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Benefits Together

Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 12:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. AT
Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown, 1005 Main St, Moncton, NB

Agenda

Benefits Together

Wednesday, April 2, 2025, 12:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. AT
Crowne Plaza Moncton Downtown, 1005 Main St, Moncton, NB

Time

Session

12:00 p.m. AT
REGISTRATION OPEN
12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m. AT
LUNCH
1:00 p.m. — 1:10 p.m. AT
WELCOME REMARKS

David Adams

Senior Vice President, Insurance Business

Medavie Blue Cross

1:10 p.m. — 1:55 p.m. AT
CEO VIEWPOINT

Evolution of Care

Join Medavie’s Chief Executive Officer, Bernard Lord, for an in-depth exploration of the forces reshaping Canadian health care and health benefits.


Bernard Lord

Chief Executive Officer

Medavie

1:55 p.m. — 2:40 p.m. AT
INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP PANEL

Addressing the Hidden Costs of Obesity

Explore the multi-faceted and under-recognized impacts of obesity on workplace productivity, healthcare costs, and employee wellbeing. Learn how integrating comprehensive weight management solutions into benefit plans can help manage costs, lead to better outcomes, and foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace culture.


Suzanne Lepage

Private Health Plan Strategist



Ian Patton

Director of Advocacy and Public Engagement

Obesity Canada


Tara Anstey

Director, Business Development

Client Value at Medavie Blue Cross

2:40 p.m. — 2:55 p.m. AT
WELLNESS BREAK
2:55 p.m. — 3:55 p.m. AT
INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP PANEL

Expanding Pathways to Health and Wellbeing

Our expert panel will explore how health assessments, personalized treatments, and proactive coaching are transforming mental, physical, and financial well-being. Discover how enhanced access to care—from ADHD support to chronic disease management—and innovative digital health tools are meeting the diverse health needs of employees.


Daniel Yeboah

CEO & Co-Founder

Revella Health


Eric Mac Nicoll

CEO & Co-Founder

Kaira


Dr. Hanif Chatur

CEO & Co-Founder

Beyond ADHD


Shane Reid

Director

Drug and Product Management

3:55 p.m. — 4:10 p.m. AT
NETWORKING & COFFEE BREAK
4:10 p.m. — 5:10 p.m. AT
EXPERT KEYNOTE

How AI is Transforming the Future of Work

Discover the transformative power of artificial intelligence in the Canadian business landscape with Karla Congson, CEO & CTO at Agentiiv — Canada’s first hybrid AI consultancy. In this provocative session, we will explore and demystify AI's profound impact on the future of work and learn innovative strategies for powerful generative AI integration.


Karla Congson

CEO & CTO

Agentiiv


Steve Cameron

Regional Vice President, Business Development

Medavie Blue Cross

5:10 p.m. — 5:20 p.m. AT
CLOSING REMARKS
5:20 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. AT
COCKTAIL RECEPTION

*Agenda is subject to change