Join us for Genovation 2025, co-hosted with FISA, for an exclusive fireside series featuring:

• ​Harley Finkelstein (President, Shopify)
• ​Phil Fayer (Founder, CEO & Chairman, Nuvei)
• ​Chris Arsenault (Co-Founder & CEO, Inovia Capital)
• ​Jake Karls (Co-Founder, Mid-Day Squares)

​What We’ll Explore

​Unfiltered. Real. Bold.

​Conversations that go beyond headlines to give Montreal’s entrepreneurial ecosystem practical insights they can apply today while showcasing the opportunities and impact of building companies in Canada:

​• The mindset for bold leadership, resilience, and reinvention in business
• Real-world lessons for raising capital and navigating challenging markets
• Key takeaways from scaling from Montreal to global markets
• Building strong teams and brands that genuinely connect with their audience and community
• Leveraging innovation, AI, and emerging trends to stay ahead
• Building meaningful connections when collaboration is more crucial than ever

​Each fireside will be followed by a live audience Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to directly ask questions to the speakers and leave with actionable insights tailored to their own journey.

​Whether you’re a founder, builder, professional, or emerging talent, expect a night of real lessons, honest insights, and contagious energy from the minds driving Canada’s next chapter of innovation and growth.

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Use code DISTRICT15 for 15% off (or CONCORDIA25 for student tickets). For non-Concordia students, use STUDENT code.