Wednesday, May 8th, 2025 at Batawa Ski Hill 

AGENDA FOR THE DAY
8:00 a.m. – Doors open & light breakfast
9:00 a.m. –  12:00 p.m.- Morning speaker sessions with networking breaks in between
12:00 p.m. – Lunch served onsite
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Afternoon speaker sessions with networking breaks in between
4:30 p.m. – Event wrap up

What is Leadercast?
Leadercast is the largest one-day leadership event that brings together globally respected experts (see below) on one stage to share knowledge and insights from their leadership journeys. Think of it as 8 Ted Talks for Leadership. Leadercast provides leaders of all levels with the tools and wisdom to grow in their leadership and transform their organizations for the better.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Every Leadercast participant walks away inspired, better equipped, and motivated to lead in new ways. The ripple effects from hearing world-class leaders, athletes, disruptors, innovators, and teachers are invaluable.

• Motivating: Be inspired by leaders from the worlds of business, sports, and entertainment
• Perspective-Shifting: Hear insights from stellar communicators, teachers, and authors
• Tangible: Real-world takeaways you can apply right away
• Unexpected: Powerful, emotional, and poignant moments
• Powerful: It only takes a moment to change a person or a perspective
• Sustaining: Ongoing support to keep you going
• Fun: A truly unique experience that will surprise you

2025 SPEAKER LINEUP
REGISTER HERE

CENTRE FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT EMPLOYER DAY OF ACTION
Your Centre for Workforce Development (CFWD) invites you to a pivotal event shaping the future of our regional workforce! Join us for the Employer Day of Action, featuring the official launch of the 2025 Local Labour Market Plan (LLMP) – a key initiative that includes responding to the need for more real-time labour market data in Hastings, Prince Edward and Lennox & Addington Counties.

DATE: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
LOCATION: Trent Port Marina
TWO SESSIONS: 8:00am-9:45am OR 10:00am-11:45am

REGISTRATION REQUIRED – email BONNIE@CFWD.CA

Why This Matters:
Today’s labour market is changing rapidly! Businesses, job-seekers, educators and government leaders need labour market insights to navigate workforce demands, skill gaps, and hiring and retention challenges. CFWD’s 2025 LLMP provides actionable data to help employers, industry leaders, and policymakers make informed decisions that strengthen our regional economy.

What to Expect:
• Key findings from the 2025 LLMP
• Interactive discussions on workforce trends & solutions
• Employer-driven insights to influence policy & funding
• Networking with industry peers & workforce experts

PLUS – Your Chance to Win $500!
We’re launching a same-day employer survey, and all participants will be entered for a chance to win one of two $500 cash prizes courtesy of your Centre for Workforce Development and the Bay of Quinte Marketing Board! Your input helps shape future workforce strategies while giving you a chance to win!

This is a FREE event for local employers, educators and government leaders and will include refreshments as well as a copy of the 2025 LLMP to take home.

Join us as we hear from MPP Tyler Allsopp

Friday, March 28, 2025
7 – 7:30 Coffee Mingle
7:30 – 8:45 Breakfast & Keynote

Members & Guests $30 inc. hst
Non-Members $45 inc. hst

We are looking forward to listening to the vision from the province during these incredibly challenging times.

A lifelong Bay of Quinte resident, married father of three, and former small business owner and Belleville municipal councillor, Tyler Allsopp was elected MPP for Bay of Quinte in September 2024 and re-elected in February 2025. He has served as Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Long-Term Care in the Ford government.

Tyler has been actively engaged in his community for over two decades. He has served as the chair of the Belleville Police Services Board and treasurer of the Enrichment Centre for Mental Health. In 2017, while operating Doug’s Bicycle, he was recognized as the Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the Quinte Business Achievement Awards.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND REGISTRATION

CALLING ALL EMPLOYERS! CONNECT WITH LOYALIST COLLEGE STUDENTS!
Loyalist College Career Services is Hosting a Business Creative Services Career Fair

Wednesday, March 19
10:00am – 1:00pm
Loyalist College Link Lounge

Our career fairs provide a great place for employers to market current and upcoming full-time, part-time, summer or placement opportunities to Loyalist College students and graduates. Space is limited.

There is no cost to attend this event. Your free registration includes:

Booth space (size is limited to 6′ x 6′ to accommodate all exhibitors)
One table and tablecloth and up to two chairs. Due to limited space, only two representatives may attend.
Lunch will be provided.

REGISTER HERE

CALLING ALL EMPLOYERS! CONNECT WITH LOYALIST COLLEGE STUDENTS!
Loyalist College Career Services is Hosting Applied Science, Skills and Technology Career Fair

Wednesday, April 2
10:00am – 1:00pm
Loyalist College Link Lounge

Our career fairs provide a great place for employers to market current and upcoming full-time, part-time, summer or placement opportunities to Loyalist College students and graduates. Space is limited.

There is no cost to attend this event. Your free registration includes:

Booth space (size is limited to 6′ x 6′ to accommodate all exhibitors)
One table and tablecloth and up to two chairs. Due to limited space, only two representatives may attend.
Lunch will be provided.

REGISTER HERE

Thursday, March 6
1:30pm EST

Join our free webinar, Tariff-Proofing Your Pricing & Profitability, on March 6th to discover how to protect your profitability amid shifting U.S. tariff policies.

Learn strategies for recalibrating costs, balancing pricing, and staying competitive in an unpredictable trade environment. Hear from an industry expert: Christian Sivière, President, Solimpex.

Don’t miss out—ensure your business stays resilient and profitable in the face of changing tariffs.

REGISTER

Wednesday, April 16, 2025
1:00pm – 6:00pm
Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre

The Work in Quinte Regional Career Fair will provide your organization an opportunity to profile employment opportunities, promote your organization, and to meet and increase your pool of potential and qualified candidates. This event is free to employers and is only open to employers within the Quinte Region.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Please contact us for any further inquiries.

BELLEVILLE:
Victoria Watts
vwatts@belleville.ca

QUINTE WEST:
Elizabeth Edwards
elizabeth.edwards@quintewest.ca

Thursday, April 3 2025
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

We invite our members to join us for the upcoming President’s Dinner and Annual General Meeting (AGM). This event will feature a three course dinner, entertainment, and an opportunity to connect with fellow members. This year, our Honorary Lifetime Membership recipient is Josephine Robertson of Tim Hortons.

We encourage you to join us for an evening of reflection on our achievements and a look forward to the exciting initiatives planned for the coming year.

CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE EVENT INFORMATION

Date: Monday, March 31, 2025
Location: Centennial Secondary School, 160 Palmer Rd. Belleville, ON
Time: 8:30am – 12:pm- with optional networking lunch (lunch cost $30).

The event will highlight a Keynote Presentation by Dr. Kylie Bragdon – Renowned leadership expert, engaging seminars designed to enhance leadership skills and workplace success and optional Networking opportunities with fellow business leaders and educators.

Reserve Your Spot Today! Space is limited, so please secure your place TODAY!

REGISTER

Wednesday, March 5th
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Golden Valley Restaurant – 499 Dundas St W, Trenton, ON K8V 6C4

Join us at our free monthly networking event, Get Connected!

What’s in Store?
Meet the new owners of a local icon- The Golden Valley restaurant.
Savor delightful refreshments and light snacks while you mingle.
Build meaningful connections with community leaders, businesses, and friends.

This is more than just networking—it’s a celebration of community, camaraderie, and new opportunities.

Click here for complete information and to register