The Women in Leadership Conference brings together professional women to explore today’s leadership challenges, exchange perspectives, and learn from peers and industry leaders.

The event provides an invaluable opportunity for women in leadership roles to gain insights and strategies that will help them become more effective leaders and thrive in today’s evolving workplace.

Join us at this in-person event. Learn, connect and reconnect – and have fun!

JILL MCALISTER-LANE (Keynote Speaker)
Executive Vice President, Public Affairs
Protein Industries Canada

The power of quiet leadership

Leadership is often associated with being the loudest voice in the room, but some of the most effective leaders achieve success through a quieter approach. Everyone brings a unique set of strengths and perspectives to the way they lead. Learn to embrace your own leadership style despite what the workplace suggests a leader should look or sound like.

• • Gain practical insights on building confidence
• • Lead with purpose
• • Discover how some of the most powerful leadership can happen quietly

KRISTÉL KRIEL
Partner
MLT Aikins LLP

AI as a leadership tool

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how leaders make decisions, manage teams, and drive organizational strategy. This session explores practical ways leaders can harness AI to enhance their effectiveness – without losing the human qualities that define great leadership. Drawing on real-world examples, attendees will leave with concrete strategies for integrating AI into their leadership practice.

• • How AI can support better and faster decision-making while reducing bias
• • Practical AI tools and applications leaders can start using today
• • Balancing AI-driven efficiency with authentic, people-centred leadership

Inspector ASHLEY ST. GERMAINE
Senior Investigative Officer, Major Crimes Branch
Saskatchewan RCMP

Creating a culture of accountability

Accountability is often viewed through the lens of discipline and consequences, but effective leadership requires a broader perspective. True accountability is about understanding what happened, learning from mistakes, correcting course, and strengthening individuals and teams. Leadership is ultimately demonstrated in difficult moments, where honesty, trust, and accountability shape culture and drive growth.

• • Accountability is not about punishment; it is about learning, improvement, and progress
• • Strong leaders model accountability by owning mistakes and creating environments where people can be honest and grow
• • The true test of leadership comes during challenges, when accountability helps build trust, resilience, and a positive culture

KAREN VAN SLYCK
Vice-President, Internal Audit
Farm Credit Canada

Leading beyond your title

Leadership isn’t defined by a title – it’s demonstrated through influence, authenticity and the ability to inspire others. This session explores how to create meaningful impact by leading with purpose, building trust, and taking ownership. Participants will leave with practical strategies to expand their influence and lead with confidence in any situation.

• • Discover how to build influence without relying on formal authority
• • Learn practical ways to lead through relationships, credibility and action
• • Inspire others by modelling authenticity and accountability

JAIME ANSELL
Superintendent of Business and CFO
Prairie South Superintendent School Division

Advancing women leaders

Many women wait until they feel completely ready before applying for a promotion, stepping into a bigger role, or taking on something new. Through real-life experiences and everyday lessons, this session explores how confidence is built by embracing opportunities, learning from mistakes, and staying true to your values. Participants will leave with ideas they can apply in their own careers and the confidence to pursue opportunities they may have been talking themselves out of.

• • Practical ways to build confidence and credibility as your leadership responsibilities grow
• • Lessons learned from leading through change, difficult decisions, and unexpected challenges
• • Why waiting until you feel “ready” may be the biggest thing holding you back

JIHYE IM
Jazz Pianist and Composer
Regina Jazz Orchestra

The jazz approach to leadership

Great leaders, like great jazz musicians, know that success begins with listening. In a world of constant change, the ability to adapt with confidence is more valuable than following a rigid script. Drawing on lessons from the stage, this session explores how the principles of jazz improvisation can strengthen leadership in any industry.

• • Listen deeply to build trust and strengthen relationships
• • Foster creativity by embracing diverse perspectives
• • Build high-performing teams through collaboration

MARY VAUGHAN
Provost and Vice-President, Academic
Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Leading innovation in a changing world

Innovation is no longer reserved for times of growth; it has become an essential leadership skill in navigating constant change. Today’s leaders must prepare people to succeed in a world shaped by rapid technological advances and changing expectations. Discover practical approaches for leading through transformation while balancing long-term priorities with day-to-day operations.

• • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• • Navigate emerging technologies and evolving workforce demands with confidence
• • Enable teams to adapt and thrive in a changing business environment

REBEKAH HOVE
Senior Executive Consultant
Roest Hove & Squire Group

AMANDA ROEST
Senior Financial Planner
Roest Hove & Squire Group

Measuring leadership impact

Leadership impact extends far beyond business results. The most influential leaders build successful businesses, create opportunities for others to thrive, and leave a lasting mark on their communities. In this session, Rebekah Hove and Amanda Roest will share how women leaders can measure their impact through the growth they inspire – in their organizations, in the women they mentor and champion, and in the communities they serve. Attendees will gain practical strategies to evaluate their leadership effectiveness while building a meaningful legacy of influence and empowerment.

• • Build and grow a successful business through leadership
• • Lift and empower other women
• • Extend leadership beyond the workplace

“The true measure of leadership is not only what you achieve, but how many people succeed because of your influence

TOBI STROHAN (Chair – Morning Session))
CEO
Praxis Consulting Inc.

TIFFINY POIRIER (Chair – Afternoon Session)
Director, Registry Services
Information Services Corporation