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January 15th, 2021

Transform your coaching practice

Shakeel Bharmal, founder and president of Ocean Blue Strategic Advisors, describes how The Ivey Academy's LIFT Advanced Coaching Certification Program supported his transformation as an executive coach and changed the course of his life and career.

January 13th, 2021

New Year’s revelations: Contemplating the Canadian economic playbook for 2021 and beyond

Stephen S. Poloz, Chair of the Lawrence National Centre’s Advisory Council and former Governor of the Bank of Canada, discussed Canada’s current economic climate, policy priorities, and what it all might mean for Canada’s long-term prosperity

December 21st, 2020

Managing performance as an emerging leader

Managing people is one of the most important skills you'll need as you progress in your career. However, the skills that made you successful in your previous role are not the same ones you need to manage performance effectively.

December 17th, 2020

2020 in hindsight: An interview with Navigator Executive Chairman Jaime Watt

Jaime Watt, Executive Chairman, Navigator, joined us for a complimentary livestream to take an introspective look back on 2020. Jaime provided insights into what we can expect in the future as a result of the tectonic shifts experienced over the past 12 months.

December 3rd, 2020

Start-ups in a time of crisis: the real impact of the pandemic on early-stage businesses

Our panel of Ray Sharma, HBA ’96, Founding Partner & CEO, Extreme Venture Partners; Candice Faktor, HBA ’00, Managing Partner, Gamechanger.co; and Mark Vandenbosch, Professor, The Ivey Academy, and former Acting Dean of the Ivey Business School, examine the importance of start-ups to the Canadian economy and how the pandemic has further increased their importance.

December 2nd, 2020

A Brave New World? The struggle for competitive advantage in a post-Trump global economy

Our dynamic panel of experts discussed the impacts of the U.S. election — on Canadian businesses, policymakers, and trade relations. Presented in collaboration with the Lawrence National Centre for Policy and Management.

November 26th, 2020

The circular economy: From big idea to transformational action

The shift towards a circular economy is transforming products, services and business models across Canada. Our panel of experts discussed the opportunities and barriers in this transformation, imparted lessons from major new initiatives focused on food and plastics, shared insights from Ivey's ground-breaking research program, and answered audience questions.

November 20th, 2020

Managing the second wave: Leadership strategies to promote mental health

As a leader, it’s your responsibility to make sure your employees feel supported to be able to do their jobs effectively. These strategies will help your team members maintain their mental health and withstand the unique challenges presented by the pandemic.

November 19th, 2020

Achieving strategic alignment through executive education

In the latest issue of Global Focus, the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) details LafargeHolcim's journey to strategic alignment with the aid of an Ivey Academy custom executive education program.

November 5th, 2020

Reimagining work: The post-crisis trends that are shifting corporate culture

Our panel of HR experts, featuring Val Duffey, former CHRO, Greater Toronto Airports Authority; Mark Edgar, Former CHRO, RSA, and founder of Goat Rodeo Project; and Linda Speedy, Vice President, Human Resources, J.D. Irving Limited, discuss how emerging trends are impacting organizational culture and the HR function.