GATE @ the Summit

GATE is partnering with the Hill and Levene Schools of Business to host the inaugural Student Summit in a full day professional development conference! This is an integrated experience for graduate students to explore academic and professional pathways, build industry connections, and engage with Regina and Saskatchewan’s broader business community.

We will have distinguished community members discuss and share their career stories, tips, and insights. Topics will include:

1. Career growth and goal setting
2. Career transitions and navigating change
3. Confidence and executive presence
4. Emotional intelligence
5. Leadership and management
6. Work/life balance

About GATE @ the Summit:

• Date: Friday, November 28, 2025
• Format: In person, full-day event
• Location: University of Regina, 5^th Floor of the Education Building

Schedule:

• 7:45 am | Registration
• 8:45 am | Welcome
• 9:00–9:30 am | Session #1
  • Side Hustles with Trevor Tessier
• 9:30–10:00 am | Session #1.5
  • Leadership and Management with Brennen Schmidt
• 10:00–10:30 am | Networking Break #1
• 10:30–11:15 am | Session #2 (Panel)
  • Career Transitions and Navigating Change
  • Moderated by Trevor Tessier
  • Panelists: Merelda Fiddler-Potter, Creddell Simeon, and Kate Nimegeers
• 11:15 a.m.–12:00 pm | Session #3
  • Community Engagement
  • Moderated by Ashley Dennison
  • Panelists: Mike Tate, David Froh, and Colleen Strauch

• 12:00–1:30 pm | Lunch and Registration
• 1:30–2:30 pm | Session #4
  • Career Growth and Goal Setting with Michelle Brooks
• 2:30–3:30 pm | Session #5
  • Navigating the Job Market with a Graduate Degree with Ryan Tessier
• 3:30–4:00 pm | Networking Break #2
• 4:00–5:00 pm | Session #6
  • Your First 90 Days on the Job with Bill Pratt
• 5:00 pm | Closing

🎫 Registration is now open!