Strategies for Confident, Inclusive, Future-Ready Leadership.
Practical leadership strategies coupled with restoration.
Step away from the everyday and into the serene beauty of James Gardens for an energizing day of growth, connection, and creativity.
Sept. 18 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm | James Gardens, 99 Edenbridge Dr, Etobicoke
Hosted by Leigh Mitchell, this retreat comprises seven interactive sessions:
- C.H.A.N.G.E. Framework
- forest therapy
- leadership exercises
- communication strategies
- micro-coaching circles
- You’ll also take part in personal branding strategy sessions designed to help you stand out without burning out, coupled with playful time in the park to rest, laugh, and restore.
You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and a personalized leadership action plan—plus the connections and inspiration to put it into practice.
Speakers include: Leigh Mitchell, Rignam Wangkhang, Nadia Frost, Amanda Wang, Joshua Bharath, Tobin & Sarah Smith, Chantal Carter, and Karoline Bourdeau.
Members attend free. Spots are limited, so secure your place today.
Speakers
Nadia Frost, practicing psychotherapist and certified forest therapy guide. Nadia can guide and support clients in both English and French. Nadia offers therapy for clients at Centennial Park in Etobicoke, Ontario.
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (She/her)
Rignam Wangkhang, AI Advisor at CBC, As a Fellow for the AI Journalism Lab at CUNY's Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, Rignam works with media leaders and AI practitioners to shape the future of AI in journalism.
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (he/him)
Amanda Wang is a GIS researcher, data analyst, and aspiring AI governance and social policy professional. Using her technical skills and expertise to generate impactful insights that can be felt in Canadian communities.
Training & Data Analytics Manager at ChangeMaker Collective (She/her)
Karoline Bourdeau is a keynote speaker and facilitator on human rights, communication, and advocacy, and has recently focused on accessibility testing and technology coaching. An active volunteer with Lions International and the Blind Sailing Association of Canada, She is accompanied by her guide dog, Raven.
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (She/Her)
Joshua Bharath is the founder of RIFT (Real Ideas For Tomorrow), an initiative dedicated to sparking conversations and creating opportunities for self-discovery, resilience, and meaningful change. Joshua bridges critical thinking with practical action to address challenges in community, education, and personal growth.
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (He/Him)
Tobin Smith, program creator and knowledge alchemist at The Happiness Department. Raising the collective happiness thermostat through alignment with our best selves, while strengthening our inner intelligence.
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (He/Him)
Sarah Smith, the strategic "Tech Wizard” that plays well with AI, the sounding board for Tobin’s programs, and the grounded, resilient human behind the visuals at The Happiness Department.
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (She/Her)
Chantel Carter Transformation Guide & Facilitator | Founder of @loveandnude Canada's 1st nude for all skin tones intimates
Facilitator & Trainer at ChangeMaker Collective (She/Her)
Hosted By
Leigh Mitchell is a leading authority on future-ready leadership, specializing in equipping leaders to navigate the critical intersection of artificial intelligence, inclusive cultures, and workplace well-being. With over 15 years of experience advising organizations, including innovative startups and Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft Canada, TELUS, and TD, Leigh provides actionable frameworks that drive both technological adoption and human-centred growth.
As the driving force behind the Future-Ready Leader™ programs and host of The ChangeMaker Podcast, she translates complex future-of-work concepts into practical strategies.
A dedicated mentor with YSpace, YEDI, The Prosperity Project, Rise, and NextStars.io, Leigh has been recognized by Statistics Canada for her DEI expertise and named a Forbes Impact Top 10 Award recipient. She holds an Executive Certificate in Marketing Leadership from the Sprott School of Business, along with certifications in ethical leadership, inclusive design, social-emotional learning, and AI Change Management. Leigh has her Mental Health Certification from Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC). Statistics Canada has recognized Leigh as an EDI subject matter expert.
Leigh’s insights have been featured on CBC News, The Globe and Mail, and The Wall Street Journal. Leigh and her family including her crazy beagle Carmela live in Toronto, Canada.
