Signature Speaker Series: Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry
Listen to François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada in conversation with Khaled Hassanein, Dean of the DeGroote School of Business.
Register
When
January 14, 2025
3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Where
Ron Joyce Centre, Burlington
Cost
McMaster students: $10 | McMaster alumni & staff: $19
Join us on January 14th for an exciting Signature Speaker Series, featuring the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry for Canada, the Hon. François-Philippe Champagne. In partnership with the DeGroote School of Business, the Burlington Chamber of Commerce is excited to share this unique experience with members, as well as students of McMaster University.
The Burlington Chamber of Commerce Signature Speaker Series was designed as a way for members to learn about emerging trends and topics, while having the space to engage with peers and make new connections.
Thanks to their partnership with DeGroote School of Business, the Burlington Chamber of Commerce is able to offer discounted tickets to all current students of McMaster University and the DeGroote School of Business. Not only that, but for any McMaster student that purchases a one-year membership with the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, you will receive a free ticket to this event.
Event Itinerary Subject to minor changes*
3:15PM: Registration opens
3:30PM-4PM: Networking and light snacks
4PM-4:45PM: Presentations from Canadian Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Hon. François-Philippe Champagne and Dean of DeGroote School of Business, Khaled Hassanein
4:45PM – 5:15PM: Networking and light snacks
5:15PM: Event concludes
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