MTL connect 2020
A surprising edition for a disruptive year
The 2020 edition was an opportunity for the event to go international and present a Montreal-based event of global caliber. The programming, except for part of the digital art programming, was delivered 100% online.
Naturally, this paves the way for a third edition next fall in a hybrid format:
SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 12 TO 17, 2021
The 2021 edition will offer all the online programming content, and those who wish to attend in person will also benefit from special networking and business meeting events thanks to a VIP pass, available in limited quantities. Tickets will go on sale in early 2021: stay connected for more information!
KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE 2020 EDITION
Want to know the latest trends in digital transformation in your industry?
We’ve compiled for you SOME key ideas that stood out during MTL connect 2020. Get inspired and discover the latest research and innovations from tomorrow’s leaders!
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*Holders of Full Access and Thematic Passes have access to the replay of the content until April 30, 2021, inclusive. Log in to the online platform.
MTL AI, IoT AND 4.0

Alistair Croll
Technology as a Superorganism
A philosophical discussion on the impact of digital technology, where neurons are replaced by silicon, and Homo sapiens evolves into Homo connectus.
MTL WORK OF TOMORROW

Ayumi Moore Aoki
Women in Tech, A Global Odyssey
The founder of Women in Tech, an international movement, describes how the power of sisterhood and the importance of taking action and not being a victim in any situation, through the movement of sisters empower each other, enables everyone to achieve their dream.
MTL CITY OF THE FUTURE

Le Monde Debates
Smart city: what does Toronto’s failure tell us? moderated by Claire Legros
Lessons to be learned from the data management of Toronto’s Sidewalk Labs project. A discussion on the importance of data governance and data sovereignty.
MTL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Stefaan Verhulst
How to make Datafication beneficial to all? Let’s talk about Data Collaboration and Data Portability
With massive data accumulation, often in private hands, Stefaan presents the Data Collaboratives model developed by the GovLab. A new public-private partnership model that generates better knowledge and improves public policy decision-making.
MTL EDUCATION

King Wang Poon
Living Digital: Future of Work, Education and Learning
Mr. Poon demonstrates how the combination of technology, algorithms, and human interactions can create a better future. He states: We take the same tech that disrupts people to empower people instead.
MTL CYBERSECURITY AND DIGITAL IDENTITY

Amir Belkhelladi and Hélène Deschamps Marquis
Data Loss Prevention – Building an Effective Program
An excellent discussion on the technological and legal challenges and issues surrounding data and data loss. Also, what are the key success factors for implementing an effective data management program to minimize business risk?
MTL HEALTH

Yanick Beaulieu
“Hyperpresence” for interactive remote care, collaboration, and remote teaching: a clinician’s perspective
In his unique journey as an innovator, Yanick Beaulieu presents a great example of cross-pollination. The use of the internet, mobile devices, video streaming, augmented reality, and multimedia to address a clinical need and provide a platform for remote medical assistance.
MTL FINTECH

Aly Madhavji
How early corporate adopters are achieving an ROI with Blockchain
Aly demystifies blockchain and provides a better understanding of all the benefits associated with it.
MTL SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Anne Baer
Sustainability, A Way of Life
An important philosophical conversation about individual and corporate responsibility for one’s actions to ensure environmental viability.
MTL WORK OF TOMORROW

Spencer Waldron
Rewire your communication for virtual meetings
Spencer reveals the secrets of the art of presentation and all the tools to help you present with confidence every time.
(RE)WATCH MTL connect 2020
Access the conferences and panels of the major digital transformation event with the on-demand pass for only $25 + taxes and get access to:
+300 SPEAKERS
+195 SESSIONS
+150 HOURS OF REPLAY CONTENT
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