The Industry Leaders Roundtable program is designed to embolden firms and their representatives to undertake institutional change within their organizations, by providing them research, tools, and support to be agents of change.
In its thirteenth year, the Industry Leaders Roundtable brings together thought leaders in organizational psychology, sociology, law, architecture and engineering to change culture by providing research, information and action-oriented programs to achieve greater representation of women in the AEC industries.
BWAF is delighted to share the second of three Industry Leaders Roundtable events happening in cities across North America. Taking place in Toronto on September 24 & 25, this immersive two-day retreat welcomes senior thought leaders across the built environment for a rigorous and engaging series of conversations and discussions. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore innovative strategies, share best practices, and network with peers in the industry. The event aims to foster collaboration and drive forward-thinking solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in architecture, engineering, and construction. Join us in shaping the future of the built environment through dynamic and impactful dialogue.
Day 1: T3 Bayside
251 Queens Quay East, Toronto
9:30-10:00
Welcome breakfast + networking
10:00-11:00
Introduction by Tizziana Baldenebro + Host Committee
11:00-12:00
Value vs. Values: Time and the evolving workforce
Melissa Burton, Arup
12:00-1:00
The Value of Design: Advancing the stakes and intersections
Angelica Baccon, SHoP Architects
1:00-2:00
Lunch + Breakout Session I
2:30-4:00
Value in the Studio: Teaching Leadership Panel
Maya Przybylski, University of Waterloo
Pina Petricone, UT Daniels
Lisa Landrum, TMU
4:00-5:00
Group Discussion
7:00-9:00
Cocktail Reception + Dinner
Day 2: TMU
325 Church Street, ARC 206, Toronto
9:00- 10:30
Welcome breakfast
Exhibition Tour Buone Nuove/Good News: Women In Architecture – from MAXXI to MET
10:30-11:30
Re-learning Value I
Heather Dubbeldam, BEAT, Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Elsa Lam, Canadian Architect Magazine
11:30-12:30
Re-learning Value II
Pauline Thimm, DIALOG Design
Laura Sellors and Liana Bresler, SvN Architects + Planners
12:30-1:30
Lunch + Breakout Session II
1:30-3:30
Site Tour
MRKT Alexandra Park by SvN Architects + Planners and CS&P Architects
4:00-5:00
Keynote
Sarah Midanik, Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund
5:00-5:30
Group Discussion
BWAF Wrap Up
The full integration of women into the workplace produces firm-wide benefits including expanded markets, improved recruitment, and retention of key talent. This two-day retreat is the only event of its kind where participants develop targeted plans to combat bias, promote and retain leaders, and effect change in the organizational culture.
