SURGE Luncheon: Supply Chain
Presented by
Cindy O’Driscoll
Cindy O’Driscoll is the Regional Manager at Procurement Assistance Canada, part of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) in Halifax.
With over 17 years of experience in the federal government, Cindy has specialized in green procurement and enhancing supplier diversity. She is dedicated to increasing the participation of small and diverse businesses in federal procurement, ensuring they are provided with the guidance and support needed to navigate the Government of Canada’s procurement process.
Cindy holds an MBA, an MSc in Coastal Zone Management, and both MA and BA (Honours) degrees in Archaeology. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in business administration at Saint Mary’s University.
The Competition Bureau will address the importance of fostering a competitive and fair marketplace that supports diverse suppliers. Their talk will highlight how inclusive supply chains can drive economic growth and provide businesses with a competitive edge by tapping into a broader range of talents and perspectives. The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that works to foster a competitive and innovative marketplace in which Canadian businesses can prosper.
Competition law can be overwhelming. Understanding how it applies to small and medium sized business and its broader effects can be difficult to imagine in your day-to-day operations. To shed light on this crucial information, members of the Competition Bureau will be giving an in-person presentation on all things competition law, covering items like:
Majid Charania
Majid is Director of Compliance with the Competition Bureau of Canada. He is responsible for promoting compliance by businesses of all sizes with the Competition Act and other labelling statutes that fall under the responsibility of the Bureau.
Prior to assuming this role, Majid was Special Advisor to the Commissioner of Competition. He has significant enforcement experience leading or participating in complex merger reviews and abuse of dominance cases, both at the Bureau and at the European Commission as a visiting case handler.
He also has experience litigating on behalf of the Commissioner and providing legal advice to the Bureau as counsel with Competition Bureau Legal Services, a unit within the Canadian Department of Justice.
Majid holds a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (International) designation from the Society for Corporate Compliance and Ethics, as well as a JD from the University of Ottawa and an international bachelor of business administration from the Schulich School of Business at York University.
The Halifax Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the fourth installment of our SURGE series. This series focuses on providing resources and information surrounding diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility to the local business community.
In collaboration with Procurement Assistance Canada, the Competition Bureau, and TD Insurance, join us to learn from the experts on how to create more inclusive supply chains for your organization.
What does a diverse supply chain look like?
✅More revenue
✅More growth
✅More organizations in your network
Hear from our partners through TED talk-style presentations, each lasting less than 10 minutes with an opportunity to ask your questions to the experts. Gain a wealth of knowledge on diversifying your procurement processes, enhancing competitiveness, and fostering economic growth in the business community.
Attendees will gain a better understanding of the importance of supply chain diversity, acquire actionable strategies to implement within their organizations, and help create a more inclusive, innovative, and competitive business landscape in Nova Scotia and beyond. Stick around for a networking session to engage with fellow attendees and the presenters.
From our partners:
Procurement Assistance Canada will share how the Government of Canada is leveraging its procurement spending to diversify its supply chain. Attendees will learn about what the government buys, how diverse businesses can navigate the procurement process, and the available support as they move through their bidding journey.
In collaboration with Procurement Assistance Canada, the Competition Bureau, and TD Insurance, join us to learn from the experts on how to create more inclusive supply chains for your organization.
What does a diverse supply chain look like?
✅More revenue
✅More growth
✅More organizations in your network
Hear from our partners through TED talk-style presentations, each lasting less than 10 minutes with an opportunity to ask your questions to the experts. Gain a wealth of knowledge on diversifying your procurement processes, enhancing competitiveness, and fostering economic growth in the business community.
Attendees will gain a better understanding of the importance of supply chain diversity, acquire actionable strategies to implement within their organizations, and help create a more inclusive, innovative, and competitive business landscape in Nova Scotia and beyond. Stick around for a networking session to engage with fellow attendees and the presenters.
From our partners:
Procurement Assistance Canada will share how the Government of Canada is leveraging its procurement spending to diversify its supply chain. Attendees will learn about what the government buys, how diverse businesses can navigate the procurement process, and the available support as they move through their bidding journey.
Cindy O’DriscollCindy O’Driscoll is the Regional Manager at Procurement Assistance Canada, part of Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) in Halifax.
With over 17 years of experience in the federal government, Cindy has specialized in green procurement and enhancing supplier diversity. She is dedicated to increasing the participation of small and diverse businesses in federal procurement, ensuring they are provided with the guidance and support needed to navigate the Government of Canada’s procurement process.
Cindy holds an MBA, an MSc in Coastal Zone Management, and both MA and BA (Honours) degrees in Archaeology. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in business administration at Saint Mary’s University.
The Competition Bureau will address the importance of fostering a competitive and fair marketplace that supports diverse suppliers. Their talk will highlight how inclusive supply chains can drive economic growth and provide businesses with a competitive edge by tapping into a broader range of talents and perspectives. The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that works to foster a competitive and innovative marketplace in which Canadian businesses can prosper.
Competition law can be overwhelming. Understanding how it applies to small and medium sized business and its broader effects can be difficult to imagine in your day-to-day operations. To shed light on this crucial information, members of the Competition Bureau will be giving an in-person presentation on all things competition law, covering items like:
- How the Bureau helps protect and promote competition
- Staying above board with the law
- Have a voice in pro-competitive policy changes and;
- How to spot potentially anti-competitive behavior
Majid CharaniaMajid is Director of Compliance with the Competition Bureau of Canada. He is responsible for promoting compliance by businesses of all sizes with the Competition Act and other labelling statutes that fall under the responsibility of the Bureau.
Prior to assuming this role, Majid was Special Advisor to the Commissioner of Competition. He has significant enforcement experience leading or participating in complex merger reviews and abuse of dominance cases, both at the Bureau and at the European Commission as a visiting case handler.
He also has experience litigating on behalf of the Commissioner and providing legal advice to the Bureau as counsel with Competition Bureau Legal Services, a unit within the Canadian Department of Justice.
Majid holds a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (International) designation from the Society for Corporate Compliance and Ethics, as well as a JD from the University of Ottawa and an international bachelor of business administration from the Schulich School of Business at York University.
SURGE Luncheon: Supply Chain
Date and Time
Wednesday Sep 18, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM ADT
Wednesday, September 18
11:30AM - 1:30PM
AGENDA
11:30 AM Registration & Lunch
12:00 PM Welcome words & Introductions
12:20 PM TED Talk Style & Q/A
1:30 PM Workshop Concludes
Location
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel
1919 Upper Water Street
Halifax NS. B3J 3J5
Fees/Admission
Members: $70.95
Member Table of 10: $709.50
Future Members: $93.95
Future Members Table of 10: $939.50
All prices subject to HST
Member Not-for-Profit / Student Discount available upon registration
Note: Payment is due upon purchase. 25% discount for Not-for-profit & student. All prices subject to HST
**Please note: your registration gives the Halifax Chamber of Commerce permission to use the photographs taken during the event for any legal use.
Contact Information
Cailin Winters, Event Coordinator
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