THE AGENDA
For our 10th year, the Capital Connection will feature an enhanced program as follows:
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7:30am
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Registration / Networking Breakfast
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8:00am–9:00am
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Opening Remarks & Guest Speaker - Ray Kong, Senior Vice President, Ipsos Reid. On the topic: Consumer Trends To Keep In Mind When Buying a Business in Canada.
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9:00am–10:00am
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Secured Commercial Lending Panel (Senior, Cashflow, High Yield & Sub Debt)
Debt providers will discuss issues and trends in their respective private debt markets featuring prominent lenders from major banks and financial institutions, with insightful case studies.
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10:00am–12:00pm
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Exhibition - Our signature exhibition allows attendees ample time to interact with capital and service providers
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12:00pm–1:30pm
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Lunch & Keynote Speaker - Steve Hudson, CEO, Element Financial. Mr. Hudson will provide his insights on buying, selling, and turning around a number of high profile North American businesses (Newcourt, Hair Club, Herbal Magic, Element Financial)
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1:30pm–2:30pm
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Exhibition
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2:30pm–3:30pm
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ABL / High Risk Capital Provider Panel
Specialty Lenders will discuss issues and trends in their respective markets featuring prominent capital providers from major banks and high risk lenders, with insightful case studies.
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3:30pm–5:00pm
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Closing Reception & Guest Speaker – Bruce Croxon, Co-Founder Lavalife,
Judge on CBC’s Dragon’s Den
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