On October 14, Queen’s University is excited to welcome Canadian business leader Wes Hall for a special fireside chat, moderated by Nigel Masenda, Law’20, with remarks from Dean Mark Walters, Faculty of Law, and Dean Wanda Costen, Smith School of Business.
During this special hybrid event, Wes and Nigel will discuss a range of issues, including their shared work with the BlackNorth Initiative, and its mission of ending anti-Black systemic racism throughout all facets of society by utilizing a business-first mindset, and ways to support and champion new pathways for future BIPOC leaders in law, business and beyond. Wes will speak to his remarkable journey to becoming one of Canada's most successful business leaders, as told in his new book, No Bootstraps When You're Barefoot: My rise from a Jamaican plantation shack to the boardrooms of Bay Street.
This will be an evening of inspiration and promise, celebrating the power of supporting each other to reach new heights of excellence, and reflecting on the critical work that still exists to dismantle systemic barriers to education and professional development.
For those attending in person, join us at 3:30 pm when event doors open to enjoy snacks and beverages.
Zoom attendees to join at 4 pm for event start time.
