Planning Committee

Now in its 9th year, CRT continues to thrive thanks to the tireless efforts of our dedicated planning committee—Alex Fullick, Gayle Mitcham, Alex Monteiro, Joe Ozorio, and April Joyce, Event Director. Their commitment has made this Canadian conference a cornerstone for professionals in Business Continuity, Resilience, and Emergency Management. With CRT and DEMCON co-located under one roof, attendees have access to over 35 sessions spanning disaster management, resilience strategies, and more – an invaluable opportunity for cross-sector learning and collaboration.

 This year’s program builds on past successes and introduces fresh perspectives. We’ve curated a dynamic mix of workshops, keynotes, panels and presentations covering topics such as:

• Navigating global chaos and uncertainty
• The evolving role of AI in resilience operations
• Advances in cybersecurity
• Third-party risk management
• Regulatory shifts and compliance challenges
• Real-world case studies and lessons learned

 These sessions are designed to challenge conventional thinking, spark innovation, and provide new lenses through which to view and strengthen your resilience programs – whether your focus is business continuity, disaster recovery, crisis management, or any other aspect of operational resilience.

 And let’s not forget one of the most valuable aspects of CRT: the chance to connect. These  in-person gatherings offers multiple networking opportunities—from the “Meet the Speaker” luncheon to the afternoon mixer and evening social. It’s a chance to catch up with peers, share insights, and enjoy some well-deserved time away from the office.

 Hope to see you there on October 21-22!

Gayle Mitcham

MBCP, MBCI, CCCP, CBCA, SCRA
Business Continuity Manager
Enterprise Continuity Management
Operational Resilience, Risk Management
Sun Life Financial
Treasurer – RIE Toronto