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VP, Strategy & Operations

William Johnson

As enterprises expand, they often face growing pains: misalignment, inefficiency, and a dilution of core values. But what if culture wasn’t a casualty of growth, but the very engine that drives it?
Let's explore how large enterprises can scale without breaking by embedding a strong, values-driven culture at every level.

Built to scale: The culture-first approach to growth

Opening Remarks with the founder of The Vancouver Tech Journal, William Johnson


Opening remarks

Social media has become more than just a platform for engagement—it’s a powerful driver of business impact and revenue. As platforms become the digital front door for businesses, brands are rewriting the playbook on how to convert followers and observers into customers. Join Irina Novoselsky, CEO of Hootsuite, as she explores how social media is shaping the future of business growth, strengthening customer relationships, and building trust in the rapidly changing digital landscape.

From posts to profits: Social media's business boom

PITCH Semi-final

Opening Remarks with the founder of the Vancouver Tech Journal, William Johnson.


AI is reshaping hiring, talent development, and retention—but many HR teams focus on 2025 instead of building for 2030. This session explores how HR leaders can strategically and ethically leverage AI to transform HR from a cost centre into a growth driver. Learn how AI enables smarter hiring, predictive talent development, and a future-proof workforce while navigating key ethical and operational challenges.

William Johnson

VP, Strategy & Operations

Overstory Media Group

Built to scale: The culture-first approach to growth

Opening remarks

From posts to profits: Social media's business boom

PITCH Semi-final

Opening remarks

How to hire like it’s 2030