Speakers

The HRPA 2012 Annual Conference & Trade Show assembles some of the liveliest minds in HR. Our renowned speakers have their fingers on the pulse of the industry today—and a clear view of where HR is headed tomorrow.

Accelerate your career with one-of-a-kind educational sessions, futuristic keynote talks and exceptional opportunities to connect and expand your HR network. Go back to your office inspired by outstanding authors, researchers, consultants and lawyers, all focused on broadening your expertise and expanding your outlook.

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Keynote Speakers

Opening Keynote- Marshall Goldsmith 

Sponsored by AtlasOpening Keynote
Marshall Goldsmith 

What Got You Here
Won’t Get You There

Wednesday, February 1, 2012
8:15-10:00 AM

Wednesday Afternoon Keynote - Amanda Lang

Wednesday Afternoon Keynote
Sponsored by WorkopolisAmanda Lang

The Canadian Economy,
Business & HR

Wednesday, February 1, 2012
12:00–2:00 PM

Thursday Morning Keynote - Emmanuel Gobillot

Thursday Morning Keynote
Toronto Sun 24HEmmanuel Gobillot

Leadershift

Thursday,
February 2, 2012
8:15–10:00 AM

Thursday Afternoon Keynote - Kevin Carroll

Thursday Afternoon Keynote
Sponsored by WorkopolisKevin Carroll

Rediscovering Play: Bringing Fun and Passion to Your Work...And Life

Thursday, February 2, 2012
12:00–2:00 PM

Friday Morning Keynote - Josh Linkner

Friday Morning Keynote
OracleJosh Linkner

Disciplined Dreaming: Proven System to Drive Breakthrough Creativity

Friday, February 3, 2012
8:00–9:45 AM

Friday Closing Keynote - Peter Sheahan

The Globe and MailFriday Closing Keynote
Peter Sheahan

Talent ® Evolution: Future Focused Strategies For Leveraging Human Capital

Friday, February 3, 2012
1:00–3:00 PM