Combining productivity and sustainable transition: A new framework for businesses facing ever-higher expectations
In a context marked by persistent uncertainty—geopolitical tensions, slowdown of the Canadian economy, and growing pressure on operational costs—companies may be more concerned about short-term survival.
Yet, the green transition has become an essential lever to strengthen resilience and create value. It prepares businesses for the economy of the future, where environmental performance will be inseparable from economic performance.
On March 20, the convertgence Strategic Forum returns for a new edition. This flagship event, which brought together more than 1,100 participants during its first two editions, gathers business leaders, specialists, and public policy and innovation experts contributing to the green transition.
This full day of conferences, panels, and expert sessions aims to guide companies in their strategic choices and demonstrate, in concrete terms, that sustainable transition is a powerful driver of innovation, performance, and growth.
Take part in this forum to discover:
- Exclusive results from a study on the value creation generated by private sustainable investments.
- Practical solutions to meet environmental requirements, reduce risks, optimize processes, and improve energy efficiency, while opening the door to new financing opportunities and partnerships.
- Innovative business models, from the circular economy to the sharing economy, including clean technologies, illustrated through testimonials from companies that are transforming their practices to strengthen productivity and competitiveness.
- A strategic perspective on Montréal as an innovative metropolis and a driving force behind a sustainable economic transition.
Schedule of the day
8:00 a.m. – Welcome and registration: networking and visit to the exhibitors’ booths
8:30 a.m. – Start of the conferences
12:00 p.m. – Networking lunch and visit to the exhibitors’ booths
1:00 p.m. – Keynote conference
2:00 p.m. – Start of the expert sessions
3:00 p.m. – Closing remarks and networking cocktail
5:00 p.m. – End of the event
Program overview
Our first speakers
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Grégoire Baillargeon
President
BMO Financial Group, Quebec,
Vice-Chair,
BMO Capital Markets and
Vice Chair, BMO Climate Institute
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SOFIAC
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L’Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec (CPA)
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Emmanuelle Géhin
President and CEO
Recyc-Québec
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Hydro-Québec
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Éric Lachance
President & CEO
Énergir
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Bertrand Millot
Head of sustainability
La Caisse
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François-Xavier Pillon
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Groupe Grandio
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Katia Lyane
Process Performance & ESG Director
Alstom Americas
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Mohamed Hage
CEO
Lufa Farms
A winning and productive strategy to propel your competitiveness
An enriching experience: attend talks and panel discussions in the morning and take part in expert-led sessions in the afternoon.
A host of business opportunities
Take advantage of networking opportunities throughout the day, from breaks, meals and expert-led sessions to the closing networking cocktail hour.
Expo area
Explore our exhibition area, where organizations will be on hand to help you accelerate your transition.
Meet them: Insertech, Aecom, Stratzer.
BLOCK 1
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SUSTAINABILITY: A PILLAR OF BUSINESS PRODUCTIVITY
This first block presents the findings of the study on value creation generated by private investments in sustainable productivity. It highlights the main economic benefits associated with these initiatives: improved performance and competitiveness, higher return on investment, resource optimization, waste reduction, attraction and retention of talent, and more.
Through discussions with public decision-makers and private-sector leaders, participants will gain a clearer understanding of how their efforts toward the green transition can translate into tangible and sustainable economic gains.
BLOCK 2
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INSPIRED BY SUCCESS: BUSINESS MODEL TRANSFORMATION AND INNOVATION
This second block will highlight companies that are reinventing their business models to meet productivity requirements. Through concrete examples from the circular economy and innovative enterprises, it will demonstrate how green innovation becomes a driver of competitiveness and creates new opportunities.
BLOCK 3
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MONTRÉAL AND ITS DISTINCTIVE STRENGTHS: WHERE THE ECONOMY AND THE COMMUNITY DRIVE THE TRANSITION
This final block will highlight what makes Montréal unique in terms of sustainable development: its economic dynamism, international reach, and the richness of its economic ecosystem. A city of diversity and creativity, Montréal stands out for the engagement of its citizens and the vitality of its local initiatives.
An interactive exhibition area will give you the opportunity to discover concrete solutions and services, engage directly with specialists, and explore business opportunities.
The day will conclude with a networking cocktail—a privileged moment to connect with key players in the ecosystem.
On March 20, join us for this must-attend gathering at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth.
Reserve your spot now. Embark with us and take action!
Partners in this Strategic Forum