Keynote Speakers
Morning Keynote | 8:15 - 9:15 am
The Future of
Performance:
Why Mental Agility is Your Greatest Asset
Dr. Lisa Bélanger
Behavioural Change Expert and Researcher
In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure work environment, success isn’t just about intelligence or hard work — it’s about mental agility. The ability to adapt, stay focused, and manage stress effectively is the secret weapon of top performers and thriving organizations. But here’s the truth: mental agility is directly tied to mental health, and when we fail to prioritize it, productivity, innovation, and employee well-being suffer.
She’ll explore the hidden costs of burnout, stress, and cognitive overload — and provide actionable strategies to build a workplace culture that supports sustainable success. Participants will leave equipped with practical tools to work better, lead smarter, and build meaningful, sustainable success — while prioritizing well-being every step of the way.
Afternoon Keynote | 2:30 – 3:30 pm
The Power of Perception: Own Your Story
Yan Markson
Perception Strategist and Human Behaviour Expert
When you’re operating in a flow state, it isn’t luck or coincidence. It’s a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Yan Markson offers a fresh, engaging take on how a growth mindset and self-reinvention can help you spot opportunities, innovate, and thrive in a fast-paced world. Discover how changing your state of mind fundamentally changes your “zone of possibilities.”
Backed by behavioural psychology and cognitive science, this interactive keynote shows the real, measurable impact of perception and state of mind on success. Markson leverages live and interactive mentalism and storytelling to illustrate the power of perception and inspires the audience to set intentions, create smart goals, reframe challenges, and take ownership over their story.