KPMG subject matter specialists to share insights with organizations, investors and media at one of the world’s premier tech conferences
VANCOUVER, BC, May 23, 2025 /CNW/ – Thought leaders from KPMG will attend Web Summit Vancouver next week to engage in discussions and offer insights about the key trends and technologies driving transformational change across Canadian organizations.
Web Summit Vancouver brings together more than 15,000 attendees from across the globe to exchange knowledge and ideas about technology and innovation with international organizations, start-ups, investors and the media. KPMG is a sponsor of Web Summit Vancouver.
“As this globally recognized technology conference embarks on an exciting new chapter in Vancouver, some of the world’s most-innovative thinkers and visionaries will come together to share ideas and knowledge with one another,” says Walter Pela, KPMG in Canada’s AI Client and Market Development Lead and Regional Managing Partner for the Greater Vancouver Area.
“Web Summit gives Canadian organizations and startups the chance to learn how to innovate, scale, and transform their business with the latest technology and strategies from peers and industry experts. We’re looking forward to exchanging ideas, exploring topics and offering insights on advancements in technology and how companies are competing in a world that’s constantly evolving.”
WHAT: Web Summit Vancouver
WHEN: May 27-30, 2025
WHERE: Vancouver Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver BC V6C 0C3
The KPMG in Canada booth will be located on the show floor (E147).
WEBSITE: Web Summit 2025 – KPMG Canada
KPMG professionals will present a Masterclass, deliver opening remarks on stage and participate in the PITCH competition at the following dates and times:
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Session |
Date and time |
Presenters |
Overview |
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Corporate Innovation Summit |
Wednesday, May 28 |
Marissa Johnson, |
Opening Remarks |
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PITCH startup competition |
Wednesday, May 28 |
Ryan Youhan, |
Judging panel |
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Masterclass: Unlocking innovation: Explore funding opportunities
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Thursday, May 29 10:30 AM – 11:15 A.M. |
Ed Zacharuk, Guy Gauthier, Andrew McDowall, Jacqueline Gustafson, |
Ignite your business |
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AI Summit |
Thursday, May 29 1:50 P.M. |
Marc Low, Lead, |
Opening Remarks
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PITCH startup competition |
Thursday, May 29 4:55 P.M. |
Davin Gnanapragasam, |
Judging panel |
KPMG professionals will also be available for media interviews on the following topics:
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Spokesperson |
Area of expertise |
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Marc Low, Lead, Ignition Vancouver |
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Davin Gnanapragasam, Partner and Chief Technology Officer, Tax |
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George Kondopulos, Partner and Technology, Media and Telecommunications Lead for the Greater Vancouver Area
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Walter Pela, AI Client and Market Development Lead and Regional Managing Partner for the Greater Vancouver Area
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Dino Infanti, Partner and National Leader, KPMG Private Enterprise Tax
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Jameel Ahamed, Partner, Technology Strategy & Digital Transformation
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Ed Zacharuk, Partner, Taxation Services Partner in Charge, Western Canada Tax Incentives Practice
Andrew McDowall, Executive Director, Tax Incentives Practice
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Roopa Davé, Partner and National Climate Risk Leader
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Conor Moore, Global Head of KPMG Private Enterprise, KPMG U.S. |
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Francois Chadwick, Global Lead, KPMG Private Enterprise Emerging Giants, Partner, KPMG U.S. |
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About KPMG in Canada
KPMG LLP, a limited liability partnership, is a full-service Audit, Tax and Advisory firm owned and operated by Canadians. For over 150 years, our professionals have provided consulting, accounting, auditing, and tax services to Canadians, inspiring confidence, empowering change, and driving innovation. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better, KPMG employs more than 10,000 people in over 40 locations across Canada, serving private- and public-sector clients. KPMG is consistently ranked one of Canada’s top employers and one of the best places to work in the country.
The firm is established under the laws of Ontario and is a member of KPMG’s global organization of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a private English company limited by guarantee. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. For more information, see kpmg.com/ca.
For media inquiries:
Alannah Page
National Communications and Media Relations
KPMG in Canada
(306) 934-6255
[email protected]
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