ENACTUS CANADA FALL RETREAT2014

Enactus Canada Introduction

Enactus Canada is shaping generations of entrepreneurial leaders who are passionate about advancing the economic, social and environmental health of Canada.

Enactus Canada Introduction

We rally the energy, ideas and passion of Canada’s best and brightest students who see business as a way to address social issues.

Enactus Canada Introduction

(That’s you!)

Enactus Canada Introduction

#SeeOpportunity

WHAT IS ENACTUS?

• International organization• Entrepreneurial action to enable progress around

the world• Participating students form teams on their

campuses and create and implement community outreach projects• Regional, National and International competitions

provide a forum for teams to showcase the impact of their efforts

WHAT IS OUR REACH?

Enabling Progress Through Entrepreneurial Action

Enactus Manifesto

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAMS TEAM

• Preston Aitken: Director , Programs–Alumnus, Enactus Memorial University

• Michael Browne: Manager, Program Development–Alumnus, Enactus Memorial University

• Brandon Dhillon: Manager, Program Development–Alumnus, Enactus Thompson Rivers University

• Julie Marin: Manager, Program Development–Alumnus, Enactus Concordia University

• Heather Norris: Manager, Enactus Careers–Alumnus, Enactus Ryerson University

INTRODUCTIONS TO THE OTHER STAFF

• Nicole Almond: President–Alumus, Enactus Wilfrid Laurier University

• Amy Kenyon: Director, Corporate and Organizational Partnerships• Dylan Powel: Director, Donor Relations and

Development• Jody Lundrigan: Director, Events and

Communication• Karen Kelusky: Manager, Events and Communication

It’s cold in here.

Guess it’s time for a…

Icebreaker

YEAR AT A GLANCE – FALL RETREATS

• One-day training events teaching team members about program operations, projects and competitions• Will be catered for mostly newer members and

project managers• Great opportunity at the beginning of the year to get

excited, learn about Enactus and network with other teams

YEAR AT A GLANCE – WORLD CUP

• Signature event bringing together 3,000 – 4,000 people from more than 40 countries• October 22 – 24, 2014 in Beijing, China• John Dobson Accelerator Program–World-Class Projects–World-Class Teams–World-Class Presentations–Great learning, networking and inspiration

YEAR AT A GLANCE – REGIONAL EXPOSITION

• Teams present their projects within three National Challenges–TD Entrepreneurship Challenge–Scotiabank EcoLiving Green Challenge–Capital One Financial Education and Inclusion

Challenge• Go for all three challenges!!!• Begin in February• Locations: Calgary, Mississauga, Halifax

YEAR AT A GLANCE – NATIONAL EXPOSITION

National Exposition (May 11 – May 13, 2014)• Largest Enactus event in Canada, bringing together

more than 60 Enactus teams competing for a National title• Get excited and ready to go for the big event!• Start preparing months in advance• This is our signature event – your participation and

best efforts are expected

YEAR AT A GLANCE – LEADERSHIP SUMMIT

• Ensure your team remains active throughout the summer months• Team should be running projects and planning for

2015-2016• Work closely with your Program Manager during this

stage

YEAR AT A GLANCE – SUMMER

• Ensure your team remains active throughout the summer months• Team should be running projects and planning for

2015-2016• Work closely with your Program Manager during this

stage

PROPER ENGAGEMENT- ‘HAPPENING’

Questions?

Break