THINK 2015 Agenda: Create Possibilities

#THINK2015 Create Possibilities

As the tracks for the connectivity railroad are laid, we need to create a tomorrow in which no one is left behind. How do we craft the frameworks, partnerships and infrastructure that are needed to help our research and innovation communities succeed? What creative steps can we take today to enable students for the connected workforce of tomorrow?

Join us on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 to meet those who are boldly implementing inspired ideas and find out how you can take action and be the champion of innovation in your organization.

8:00am	Registration and breakfast
9:00am	Welcome and Opening Remarks by Darin Graham and Anne Sado
9:15am	Opening Keynote Speaker – Alfredo Tan, Facebook Global connectivity is the fundamental challenge of our generation. Gain insight into the future made possible through digital infrastructure.
10:15am	ORION update – Darin Graham
11:00am	Break
11:15am	Morning Session – Lightning Round “Pecha Kucha” style presentations
12 noon	Lunch
12:45pm	Leadership Awards Ceremony
1:30pm	Afternoon Breakout Sessions a) Break+Remake Learning We know that our educations systems must change to prepare students for a future we can’t fathom. Get inspired by examples of emerging leaders using technology to enable self-directed, collaborative, participatory learning in our own backyard.Moderator: Fiona Deller Speakers: Keith Hampson Joseph Romano Anita Simpson Brandon Zoras b) Bringing Research to the Crowd Research is bridging the gap between scientists, industry and the public to enable ever-faster solutions through scientific advancements. This session will look at how cloud-based resources are supporting Ontario’s research, education and innovation communities’ collaborations with the private sector and local practitioners. Moderator: Mark Zimmerman Speakers: John Helliker Glenn Smith Carolyn McGregor c) From MUSH to MashUp How do we build connected communities? Meet an engaged university that’s seen beyond its campus to expand innovation into the region. Learn from these Ontario initiatives about how they worked together to link their citizens to the world. Moderator: Kristina Verner Speakers: Rick Huijbregts Campbell Patterson Jeff Grieve
3:00pm	Break
3:15pm	Closing Keynote Speaker – Dr. Dave Williams, Southlake Regional Health CentreHow can we push the envelope in digital infrastructure, as well as improving healthcare as e-health becomes even more important? Gain insight on how to meet the technology challenge that is shaping the future of Ontario’s hospitals.
4:15pm	Closing Remarks by Darin Graham
4:20pm	Networking Reception