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David is an Executive-In-Residence, specializing in Innovation & Human Capital at Spyder Works. David translates leadership development into innovation performance through experiential educational programs. Building on his 16 years in innovation management functions in multi-national enterprises, and his interactions with innovation executives internationally through his work as Chair of the Conference Board’s Innovation Councils, he co- designed world first experiential learning programming at McMaster University where he has been recognized as a Leadership in Teaching and Learning Fellow and an Innovator of Distinction. David is a graduate of the University of Waterloo (PhD Chemistry, 89) and continues to grow as a lifelong learner across multi-disciplinary boundaries to serve innovators in corporate, government, and start-up settings.

Ken Tencer is a business and innovation thought leader who helps organizations master better futures. He is co-developer of The 90% Rule®, a success-tested innovation process that enables businesses of all sizes to identify, filter and implement growth opportunities. A successful entrepreneur and business developer, Ken has built international-scale companies spanning manufacturing, product development, distribution and professional services. As CEO of Spyder Works, Ken helps companies with both business and innovation strategy. His insights on entrepreneurship and innovation appear in his monthly column for Canada’s National Newspaper, the Globe & Mail. He is also an in-demand keynote speaker, workshop leader and event Chair. Ken is the co-author of two books on innovation – The 90% Rule and the bestseller Cause a Disturbance(Morgan James Publishing, NY). Leading publications and networks including The Globe & Mail, INC, CNBC, Forbes and Bloomberg have recognized the timeliness and power of these important works.

Vivian is a Partner at Human Capital Spyder Works. As an accredited training and communications professional, Vivian works to align sustainable learning strategies with core business objectives for a more productive work environment. She is a catalyst for change who embraces ambiguity, creativity and the opportunity to integrate new ideas into ‘business as usual’. For more than 30 years, Vivian has made quantifiable contributions to numerous public and private organizations, including Ernst & Young Management Consultants, CIBC, RBC, Scotiabank, Rogers and BMW.