PBIS 2024

EMBRACE EMPOWER ENERGIZE

SEPTEMBER 18-19, 2024

UNITY PARC, PLACENTIA

PBIS 2024 CONFERENCE Why you should attend

The Chamber recognizes that the list of industrial activities in the vicinity of Placentia Bay is growing each year, and attracting the attention of the regional and provincial business community.

Networking

Uniting numerous businesses and stakeholders who share a strong interest in the remarkable projects occurring in Placentia Bay.

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Great Speakers

Our diverse speakers are experts in their fields and will share valuable insights on industrial developments and innovative projects.

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Meet New People

Our agenda is full of updates and professional speakers. Thanks to our sponsors, advertisers, delegates, exhibitors, and speakers.

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Have Fun

We strive to create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere that encourages networking, collaboration, and learning

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Discover Innovative Solutions

Transform Your Business

Exploring industrial business from a new perspective can lead to the discovery of innovative solutions, untapped markets, and alternative approaches that can give your business a competitive edge and transform it for the better.

7:00 PM

PRE-CONFERENCE NETWORKING SOCIAL

Port of Argentia Invites delegates and exhibitors to an evening of connections and refreshments.
Placentia Bay Cultural Arts Centre, 17 Patterson Drive, Town Square, Placentia

You Are Invited To Pre-Conference (PBIS) Networking Social

8:00 AM

REGISTRATION (MAIN LOBBY) & EXHIBITORS SETUP

9:00 AM

OPENING REMARKS

Pamela Constantine, Committee Chairperson, PBIS
Wayne Power, President, Placentia Chamber of Commerce
Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament - Avalon
Sherry Gambin-Walsh, MHA, Placentia - St. Mary’s
His Worship Keith Pearson, Mayor, Town of Placentia

ARGENTIA RENEWABLES ENERGY PROJECT UPDATE

Lauge Nielsen, Project Director, Pattern Energy – Green Fuels

10:15 AM

EXHIBITION OPEN

10:15 AM

CONFERENCE SESSION I: EMBRACE - EMPOWER - ENERGIZE

Gerry Hynes, Chief Administrative Officer, Town Of Placentia
Scott Penney, Chief Executive Officer, Port Of Argentia
Charlene Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, EnergyNL

11:15 AM

REFRESHMENT BREAK & EXHIBITION

11:30 AM

CONFERENCE KEYNOTE ADDRESS

The Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland & Labrador

12:30 PM

LUNCHEON KEYNOTE

Jennifer Williams, President & Chief Executive Officer, Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro
Star of The Sea Hall, 14 -16 Jubilee Road, Placentia

2:15 PM

CONFERENCE SESSION II: ARGENTIA OPERATIONS

Phil Winsor, Senior Manager, Marine - West White Rose Project At Cenovus Energy
Morgan O’Reilly, Owner, Argentia Industrial Services
Gord Gilchrist, Director, Mammoet
Don Drew, Operations Manager, Newco Metal & Auto Recycling Ltd.

3:30 PM

PORT OF ARGENTIA SITE TOUR (PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED)

Get a first-hand look at the operations at the Port of Argentia!
Limited Seating, Coach Departs Unity PARC at 3:15 PM

7:00 PM

CONFERENCE RECEPTION & CHARITY NIGHT

Dockside Pub, 197 – 199, Main Road, Jerseyside (Ticket Required For Entry).
Featuring Karaoke with Floyd Edison. Cash Bar.
Donations accepted in support of a local Charitable/Non-Profit Organization.

8:45 AM

SMALL TOWN BEGINNINGS - CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

Breakfast Keynote – Captain Heidi Mulrooney-Thomas, Marine Atlantic Inc.

09:45 AM

EXHIBITION OPEN

10:00 AM

CONFERENCE SESSION III: INDUSTRY & INNOVATION

Jaydip Bhadaliya, Manager, Technical Services, Braya Renewable Fuels
Byron Chubbs, Vice President, Engineering & Energy Supply, Newfoundland Power
Bradley Thorne, Program And Policy Development Specialist, Green Transition
Department of Industry, Energy & Technology, Government of Newfoundland And Labrador
Sean Strickland, Director, Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU)

11:00 AM

REFRESHMENT BREAK & EXHIBITION

11:15 AM

PODIUM PRESENTER

Yves Boudreau, Chief Executive Officer, Career Beacon - Artificial Intelligence (AI)

11:45 AM

CONFERENCE SESSION IV: DIVERSIFICATION & NEW OPPORTUNITIES

Dr. Gary Thompson, Dean, School of Sustainable Development, College of The North Atlantic
Alex Smith, Assistant Deputy Minister of Mines & Mineral Development, Department of Industry,
Energy and Technology, Government of Newfoundland & Labrador
Pieter Loock, General Manager of Voisey’s Bay Operations, Vale Base Metals

12:45 PM

LUNCHEON KEYNOTE

The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Member of Parliament Minister of Rural Economic
Development and Minister Responsible For Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Government of Canada

CLOSING REMARKS & MAIN PRIZE DRAW

Pamela Constantine, President, Placentia Chamber of Commerce

IMPORTANT NOTE

Unless otherwise indicated all PBIS 2024 activities including the Exhibition, Conference Sessions,
Breakfast and Day 2 Luncheon will take place at the Unity PARC, 79 – 81 Blockhouse Road, Placentia
Please consult the registration desk for questions, general information, and assistance!

WHO HELPS US Our Partners & Sponsors

VENUE Directions to the Conference