Gena Restivo is the Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability at AstraZeneca Canada Inc., one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies. Gena has more than 20 years’ experience in the biopharmaceutical sector, having held senior leadership roles across Information Technology, Human Resources, Communications and now Corporate Affairs, Government Affairs, & Sustainability. In this role, Gena […]
Ryan O’Neil Knight has built multiple businesses over the last 10 years and spends a great deal of his time leading and mentoring young entrepreneurs in the community. After starting a social enterprise Detailing Knights, a mobile waterless car cleaning company, Ryan was able to launch his first youth entrepreneurship program called Knighthood Academy. Ryan
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Malaika Mendonsa is a Partner at Doane Grant Thornton LLP, a member of the firm’s Domestic Corporate Tax Reporting & Advisory Practice. With over 15 years of experience in tax matters affecting multi-national manufacturing and distribution, energy, mining and technology companies in Canada. As a Business and Tax Advisor, Malaika assists public and large private
Ritu Kohli-Sethi is a seasoned business leader with over 30 years of experience driving growth and success in corporate, professional, and small business environments. As Managing Partner at GTEC, she leads operations across multiple locations, providing workspace solutions to clients nationwide. Her expertise spans operations management, mentorship, and leadership. Passionate about community building, Ritu volunteers
A dedicated leader in the “business” of IT, with a passion for mastering both the technical and client-focused aspects of the industry. Dave is known for a commitment to establishing trust and ensuring client adoption, he believes in making a positive impact through strategic IT engagement. With a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, a B.A.
Paul Hainer is the President of Insuranceland Inc, a family owned and operated Insurance Brokerage. Insuranceland currently employs 23 staff members, works with 10+ insurance companies, and 15+ groups and associations to offer insurance rates with the best coverage. Insuranceland Inc. is an affinity partner of the Mississauga Board of Trade. Paul belongs to a
Adriano Mazzorato is the Director of Industrial & Commercial Construction at Kaneff Properties Limited and leads the organizations ICI (Institutional/Commercial/Industrial) new development and construction portfolio. He is a Professional Engineer certified by PEO authorized to practice in the Civil/Structural Engineering fields. Adriano has vast experience in engineering consulting, project management of large-scale construction projects ranging
Paul (Paolo) Meo is President and CEO of NTN Bearing Corporation of Canada, overlooking both the sales and manufacturing operations headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario. Meo is a graduate of York University’s Schulich Executive Program, and the CMOE (Centre for Management & Organization Effectiveness). Meo started his career with NTN 37 years ago, playing a pivotal
Anthony Petrucci is the President of Palma Pasta. Operating since 1985, Palma Pasta is an Italian Food processor with a plant in Mississauga complemented by four corporately owned retail stores in the GTA. Under Anthony’s leadership, Palma Pasta is actively involved in community fundraising initiatives specifically the Trillium Health Foundation for the benefit of both
