Think 2024

Evolve. Thrive. Inspire.

Join us on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at RattleSnake Point Golf Club in Milton, Ontario, to hear the latest from the Cowan team and expert industry partners on topics and themes that matter in the evolving landscape of benefits, retirement, and wellness. We also welcome special guest Keynote Speaker Robert Buren, dad, entrepreneur, athlete, author and acclaimed motivational speaker.

Contact your Cowan representative to learn more, or register now for the event. Space is limited.

 

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Location & Date

Thursday, November 7, 2024 – 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
RattleSnake Point Golf Club
5407 Regional Rd 25
Milton, ON L9E 0L1

Buffet Breakfast and Lunch will be served. 
Full details and agenda will be sent to all registered guests one week prior to the event.

 

Speakers

Eric Termuende

Keynote Speaker:

Robert Buren: Dad, entrepreneur, athlete, author and acclaimed motivational speaker

Following a back-breaking accident, Rob had to decide what kind of life he could live without the use of his lower body. Over the course of 14 years, he has amassed an impressive list of achievements, some of which may seem impossible. An acclaimed athlete and speaker, be ready to shift your perspective on overcoming life's toughest challenges and finding the strength to move forward.

 

Lianne Clarke

Lianne Clarke

Principal, Vice President, Wellness & Disability Innovation and Growth, Cowan Insurance Group

lianne.clarke@cowangroup.ca

Healthy Weight - A workplace perspective

Obesity is a complex, progressive chronic disease affecting approximately 30% of the Canadian population. It’s not a lifestyle choice. Obesity is associated with over 200 weight-related health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and mental illness. While it can’t be cured, it can be treated. Learn how you can support your employees who may be struggling to maintain a healthy weight.

Tari Duguay

Tari Duguay

Principal Consultant and Practice Lead, National Benefits Consulting, Cowan Insurance Group

tari.duguay@cowangroup.ca

Evolve Your Benefit Plan: Designing to align with your corporate total rewards strategy

Cowan expert Tari Duguay will review existing, new, and alternative plan design options that ensure a sponsor's total rewards program aligns with operational goals, health and wellness objectives, and corporate vision and mission statements.

Jacquie Fritsch

Jacquie Fritsch

Principal Consultant, Global Benefits, Cowan Insurance Group

jacquie.fritsch@cowangroup.ca

Panel: The Evolving Landscape of Global Benefits Management

Navigating the complex and evolving world of employee benefits can be a challenge in Canada, let alone in all the countries where our clients have locations. From design and administration to compliance and local norms, understanding the countries where we have employees and delivering locally relevant and compliant benefits can be overwhelming. But Global Benefits can also be exciting. Our panelists will shed light on the different aspects of the global evolution of multinational benefits from consulting and client points of view.

Shelly Redwood

Shelly Redwood

Principal Consultant and Practice Lead, Pension and Retirement Consulting, Cowan Insurance Group

shelly.redwood@cowangroup.ca

Helping employees thrive in retirement

A look at the changing retirement landscape and how to support employees as they transition to retirement.

Seann McAleese

Seann McAleese

Davies Ward Phillips and Vineberg, LLP 

Hybrid Work 2.0

Hybrid work continues to be a consistent discussion area in the modern workplace. Employment lawyer Seann McAleese of Davies Ward Phillips and Vineberg, LLP will review hot-button topics, including related case law, how to address hybrid work in employment agreements, new employment tax-related issues, and other relevant considerations.

Questions?

Contact the Cowan Insurance Group Events Team, events@cowangroup.ca.

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