Center Stage | October 2025
For event planners, October was all about managing risk and inspiring resilience. The top keynote speaker topics for October focused squarely on today’s biggest challenges: from digital defence during Cybersecurity Awareness Month to personal wellness for World Mental Health Day. We also explored insights from media experts and celebrated icons from the Toronto Blue Jays. Discover the top keynote speakers and strategies that are shaping the conversation this October.
Your October 2025 Guide to Event Planning
1. Top Voices in Journalism & Media in Canada
Finding the right voice for your stage isn’t just about credibility — it’s about connection. In this feature, we highlighted Canada’s most trusted media personalities, including Peter Mansbridge, Leah Hextall, Todd Maffin, Amanda Lindhout, and Devin Heroux. From newsroom insights to live event storytelling, these speakers bring polish, purpose, and perspective to every program.
2. Beyond the Firewall: Cybersecurity Speakers in Canada
October marked Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we spotlighted three voices helping organizations lead through the risks and realities of digital transformation: Andrew Kirsch, Ramy Nassar, and Mark Sedra. Their keynotes blend strategy, intelligence, and innovation to help leaders and teams stay protected in an increasingly connected world.
3. Inspiring Mental Health Speakers Who Transform Events
Inspired by World Mental Health Day, this blog showcased five speakers changing the way audiences talk about well-being: Ashley Callingbull, Ben Nemtin, David A. Robertson, Dr. Jody Carrington, and Vivek Shraya. Each brings a personal and professional perspective to resilience, connection, and creating supportive workplace cultures.
4. Blue Jays Fever: Bringing Legends to Your Stage
Toronto’s playoff buzz is red hot, and Blue Jays Fever is alive and well. From Joe Carter to Buck Martinez, our roster of Jays legends delivers motivation, teamwork, and leadership stories that resonate far beyond the field. If you’re looking to hit a home run with your next event, here’s how to book your favourite Blue Jay.
Speaker Spotlight: Diana Matheson
A huge congratulations to Diana Matheson, co-founder of Project 8, on receiving the Women in Leadership Award at the WF Summit. Her vision for equity and growth in Canadian women’s sports continues to inspire audiences nationwide.
Coming This November
We’ve got a full slate of new insights coming your way — including data, strategy, and storytelling that will shape 2025 event planning.
- We surveyed 250 event-goers — and the results will change the way you think about planning events.
- See why “Minutes Matter” on stage, and how the right timing can make or break an event experience.
- Get to know Diana Matheson in an upcoming feature on leadership, teamwork, and her mission to grow women’s soccer in Canada.
Stay tuned — November is shaping up to be one of our most insightful months yet.
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