APEGS 96th Annual Meeting and Professional Development Conference

Dr. Ivan Joseph – An award‑winning coach, educator, and leader known for driving cultural transformation and building high‑performing, inclusive teams. His expertise in self‑confidence and performance has made him an internationally sought‑after speaker, with his TEDx Talk reaching over 28 million views. Over a 25‑year academic career, he has held senior leadership roles at multiple universities, led national championship teams, and overseen major projects such as Toronto Metropolitan University’s $100M Maple Leaf Gardens renovation. Ivan is also the bestselling author of You Got This: Mastering the Skill of Self-Confidence.

Cadmus Delorme – A Cree and Saulteaux leader from Cowessess First Nation and a champion for Indigenous self‑determination. As Founder and Partner of OneHoop Advisory Services and Flowing River Capital Group, he helps integrate Truth and Reconciliation principles into the private equity market. Cadmus previously served seven years as Chief of Cowessess, guiding major growth in governance, agriculture, and community development. He is also Chancellor of the University of Regina, a CPA Saskatchewan board member, and an award‑winning leader recognized with national honours.

Fotini Iconomopoulos – A globally recognized expert in negotiation and strategic communication, known for helping leaders and teams improve performance, collaboration, and confidence. A seasoned management consultant and longtime MBA negotiations instructor at the Schulich School of Business, she has worked across 170+ industries on six continents, serving major global brands like Microsoft, Rolls‑Royce, Walmart, and Nestlé. Her expertise has been featured in outlets such as Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Business Insider, and the CBC, and she is the bestselling author of Say Less, Get More. Known for her dynamic, no‑fluff style, Fotini empowers professionals to influence effectively and excel in high‑stakes conversations.