CRALO 2023 Conference & AGM – All Systems Go!
Wednesday November 15 to Friday, November 17, 2023
Hotel/Venue: Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre
Should you have any questions or concerns with the registration process, please contact [email protected] directly.
View the 2023 Conference Schedule HERE
Keynote Speakers
Ken Steele is a trusted authority for over 25,000 higher education professionals in Canada and the US, known for his insights into student trends, technological innovation, strategic planning, and branding. Ken’s extensive experience includes consulting for numerous colleges and universities, guiding them in interpreting market research and developing unique brand strategies using his proprietary Brand Chemistry™ model. His dynamic presentations, tailored to diverse audiences, offer invaluable “big picture” context enriched with data and best practices. With a career spanning four decades, Ken’s expertise stems from roles ranging from humanities computing researcher to higher education market research analyst. He co-founded Academica Group in 2003, a leading market research firm, and later focused on public speaking and facilitation under the name Eduvation. Ken’s contributions extend to publications and co-authoring Canada’s first book on strategic enrolment management.
Fahd Alhattab, an accomplished leadership speaker, coach, and consultant, has identified a crucial element that distinguishes high-performing teams—leaders who prioritize team success over individual achievements, which he terms “unicorn leaders.” Through his unicorn leadership principles, Alhattab empowers individuals to tap into their leadership potential and become architects of highly effective teams. As the founder of Unicorn Labs, he collaborates with startups and organizations, offering tailored training programs and retreats focused on leadership development and team empowerment. Alhattab’s journey into leadership began with philanthropy, where he raised over $1 million for charities and established a camp for underprivileged children, earning him Canada’s Top 20 Under 20 Award. His dedication to entrepreneurship continued in university, where he spearheaded a student entrepreneurship center, fostering over 50 student startups and raising over $300,000 in seed capital. Recognized as a “Rising Star Speaker” and “Most Entertaining Speaker” by the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, Alhattab engages audiences across North America and hosts the podcast, Unicorn Leaders with Fahd Alhattab.
Thank you to our Sponsors!