Charting the path forward
Thursday, October 1, 2026 | Pinterest Canada, Toronto
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NAVIGATE is a one-day, innovative, action-driven Corporate Leaders Summit for Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) designed to accelerate the growth, impact, and sustainability of ERGs within corporate spaces.
As a catalyst for change, NAVIGATE fosters an environment where ERG leaders, champions, and executive sponsors from across all communities come together to share strategies and explore emerging trends. Whether you lead a Black, Indigenous, women's, LGBTQ+, disability-focused, veterans', parents and caregivers', or allied ERG, NAVIGATE is built for you. Together, we drive measurable progress that strengthens engagement, builds inclusive workplace cultures, and advances organisational success.
Through insightful discussions, showcases of effective practices interactive sessions, participants will gain actionable tools to scale ERG programs, align them with core business priorities, and elevate the leadership of diverse talent communities.
*Please note: NAVIGATE is an exclusive ERG Corporate Leaders Summit with limited capacity and will require a formal invitation. Interested in participating? Submit your interest below to be considered for attendance approval.*
Giléne Graham
Product Specialist, Wealthsimple
Ingrid Wilson
Founder & Principal, GridFern Strategic HR · Senior Director, People & Culture, COSTI
Shaquana Burton
Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, Purolator Inc.
Mark Harrison
Host, The Convenor & Co-Founder, Black Talent Initiative
Tej Singh Hazra
Founder & Lead Strategist, Penny Drop Advisory
Ewere Iyari
Manager, Sustainability & Social Impact, Canada Life
Jenny Okonkwo
CEO, Transform Consulting
Bukola George
Senior Manager, Performance Management, Deloitte
Giléne Graham
Product Specialist, Wealthsimple
Ingrid Wilson
Founder & Principal, GridFern Strategic HR · Senior Director, People & Culture, COSTI
Shaquana Burton
Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, Purolator Inc.
Mark Harrison
Host, The Convenor & Co-Founder, Black Talent Initiative
Tej Singh Hazra
Founder & Lead Strategist, Penny Drop Advisory
Ewere Iyari
Manager, Sustainability & Social Impact, Canada Life
Jenny Okonkwo
CEO, Transform Consulting
Bukola George
Senior Manager, Performance Management, Deloitte
Why
NAVIGATE?
EDUCATE
Deliver actionable insights, proven strategies, and practical knowledge to help ERG leaders strengthen engagement, build sustainable programs, and align their initiatives with organizational priorities.
EMPOWER
Equip ERG champions, executive sponsors, and program managers with the tools and resources to drive measurable progress, cultivate leadership capacity, and activate positive change within their companies.
ELEVATE
Amplify the voices and perspectives of Black talent and other equity-deserving communities, ensuring their leadership and experiences guide the future of inclusive workplaces.
ENGAGE
Foster a dynamic network of ERG leaders and corporate allies committed to collaboration, shared learning, and advancing innovative approaches that build stronger, more connected organizations.
Designing ERGs for What's Next
The future of work is being shaped by rapid technological advancement, evolving employee expectations, and growing demands for measurable business impact. In this changing landscape, ERGs have an increasingly important dual mandate: fostering meaningful community and belonging while serving as strategic drivers of leadership, culture, innovation, and organizational success.
Through practical conversations, actionable frameworks, and real-world examples, attendees will explore AI, organizational transformation, executive influence, impact measurement, sustainable leadership, and community building and how these forces are reshaping the role and potential of ERGs.
Together, we'll explore how ERGs can strengthen community, influence business outcomes, and equip employees to connect, contribute, and lead – today and tomorrow.
NAVIGATE is designed for corporate professionals across all Employee Resource Group communities — including Black, Indigenous, women's, LGBTQ+, disability-focused, parents and caregivers, veterans, and allied groups — who are committed to advancing the impact, sustainability, and success of ERGs within their organizations.
ERG Leaders and Program Managers
guiding the strategy, growth, and day-to-day operations of Employee Resource Groups
Executive Sponsors and Senior Leaders
championing ERG initiatives and fostering alignment with organizational priorities
People & Culture and HR Professionals
supporting engagement, belonging, and culture transformation across the organization
ERG Members and Allies
committed to building inclusive workplaces and driving measurable progress
From keynote addresses and expert panels to interactive workshops and networking, explore the full day of programming designed to equip ERG leaders with actionable strategies.
Visionary Sponsor
Visionary Sponsor
Join the experience. Engage with senior leaders, ERG champions, and peers in a dynamic environment designed to spark actionable insights and meaningful connections.
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