Session 1A

Keynote Speaker - Todd Hirsch

Navigator of Economic Disruption | Speaker | Author

Todd Hirsch is an internationally renowned economist, speaker, and author. He worked for the Bank of Canada, the Canadian Pacific Railway, and the Canada West Foundation, before serving as vice president and chief economist for ATB Financial for 15 years. He also previously taught economics at the University of Calgary and for the executive education program at the University of Alberta.

In recognition of his work, Todd has received the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum and Diamond Jubilee Medals, the University of Alberta's Alumni Honour Award, and an honorary degree from Mount Royal University.

The author of four books, Todd’s latest, Spiders in COVID Space: Adapting During and After the Pandemic, captures the inspiring and compelling stories of businesses and not-for-profits that reinvented themselves during the pandemic.