b'MCACS 2023 ANNUAL CONFERENCEMaking plans for Napa ValleyMATTHEW BRADFORDM CAC is packing up for Napa,right away, as well as a good idea of [Brand] is passionate about corporate California. This fall, the asso- whats ahead. social responsibility and creating inclusive ciation will host its AnnualHighlights of the conference agendaneighbourhoods. Hes done a lot of work Conference in the world-renowned Wineinclude an opening keynote presentationin Vancouvers Downtown Eastside to Valley, welcoming members, industryfrom Hamza Khan, who challengescreate a community for everyone from all allies and special guests for a four-dayaudiences and organizations towalks of life, so were excited to hear his event dedicated to reconnecting withrehumanize their workplaces to achievestory, says Seabrook. peers and exploring the latest industryIn addition to the presentations news, trends and issues. inclusive and sustainable growth. Thementioned above, other session topicsThe excitement for this conference isopening day will also feature a sessionwill include:very real, says Emily Seabrook, Eventsfrom Jamie McMillan, founder of KickAss Careers and renowned motivationalThe State of Risk Management for Manager with MCAC. [Napa] is aspeaker, who will speak about the beautiful location in an amazing part ofcriticality of creating and supporting aMechanical Contractors;the world that not a lot of people get anHow Supply Chains Have Changed diverse workforce. opportunity to visit. Plus, the conferenceand What It Means for Contractors;is an opportunity to get everyone backIve spent a lot of time talking about howAn Economic and Labour together and learn about whats going onwe need to recruit the next generation right now in the industry. of skilled workers and how we can goForceUpdate;about doing that, but were also havingThe New Normal for the Mechanical The event runs October 18-21 ata problem with retention, McMillan the Silverado Resort and Spa, ansays. So Ill be sharing a few of myContractorHow the Legal Landscape iconic California venue featuringexperiences, stories Ive heard in theHas Changed; andluxury amenities and multiple PGAFutureCasting the Mechanical Championship golf courses. Here,industry, and focusing on what needs to attendees will have the option of takingchange. I think the focus is more aboutContracting Sector.part in a mix of industry forums andthe things that need to change within theMCACs conference schedule is available presentations exploring timely topicsindustry and our workplace cultures toonline at conference.mcac.ca/program including industry developments,keep people coming back. and will continue to be updated as the big workforce trends, legal considerations,MCAC will also share its stage withshow approaches.risk management and the mechanicalMark Brand, a veteran restauranteurReconnecting in Wine Valleycontractors role in Canadas net-zeroand one of North Americas foremostMCACs 2023 Annual Conference will plans, among many others.social entrepreneurs. Brand will close thetake full advantage of its awe-inspiring What were really trying to do with ourconference by exploring what it means todestination. Outside of the events event sessions is deliver something forrun a sustainable business, build bettersessions, attendees will have ample everyone, says Seabrook. We hope thatcommunities and use our collective past totime to take part in planned social and people walk away with tangible ideas andguide our future, food security and socialcompanion events. Highlights include two insights they can apply to their businessvalues in business. golf tournaments on the resorts courses, 16 www.mcac.ca'