governance Experts

Surupa Gupta

Professor of Political Science and International AffairsUniversity of Mary Washington

Dr. Gupta is an expert on Indian politics and economics, international political economy, gender and development, and South Asian politics.

Julia Hanigsberg

President and CEOHolland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Champion for children and youth with disabilities & healthcare CEO. Expert speaker and leader on diversity, innovation and inclusion.

Erik Nisbet

Associate Professor | School of CommunicationThe Ohio State University

Expert in communication focused on non-democratic contexts, public diplomacy, foreign policy, public opinion and global problems.

Anil Kapur

Managing DirectorGlobal Infrastructure Advisory Services

Experienced, informative, and dynamic speaker who has extensive experience speaking at various multinational and US organizations worldwide

Brendan Maher

National Industry Leader, Technology, Media and TelecommunicationsKPMG

Management Consultant and National Industry Leader with over 20 years experience advising clients in the Telecommunications & Media sector

Paul Simonetta

Partner, National Sector LeadKPMG

Financial Advisory expert utilizing both a big picture understanding and keen awareness of the Communications, Media & Entertainment sectors

Leanne Keddie

PhD CandidateConcordia University

Expert in Sustainability and Corporate Governance

Michael Goldberg

Professor and Dean EmeritusSauder School of Business, The University of British Columbia

Mike Goldberg is expert in urban and regional issues, including economics, housing and transportation and an experienced corporate director

Armando Paz, DBA, J.D.

Clinical Associate Professor of Business Law, College of Business AdministrationLoyola Marymount University

Grant Walsh

Director, KPMG Enterprise: Centre for Family BusinessKPMG

An international expert on family business succession planning. A pioneer in this field, Grant never fails to captivate his audience.