2025

Graduate Business Conference

Resilience - A Pillar for Tomorrow’s Leaders

This year, Ivey Business School, a proud member of the GBF network, will serve as conference host and lead discussions around our theme, “Resilience – A Pillar for Tomorrow’s Leaders.” This theme will center on how resilience serves as a cornerstone for effective and impactful leadership, exploring ways to foster this essential quality in ourselves and our communities.

Event Details

  • Date: April 10-13, 2024

  • Host: Ivey Business School

  • Location: London, Ontario, Canada

Who Should Attend?

MBA student leaders from the top global business schools and graduate management programs, including incoming and outgoing presidents of student associations, as well as alumni who have held similar roles. This invite-only conference is a unique opportunity to represent your school and exchange ideas with peers from around the world.

Conference Highlights

  • Workshops and Panels: Interactive sessions on leadership challenges, best practices, and innovative solutions.

  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with alumni and student leaders from globally recognized MBA programs.

  • Global Student Leadership Awards: Celebrate exceptional achievements in MBA leadership. Initial details on eligibility and nominations can be found HERE, additional information to follow.

  • Gala Night: A formal evening of celebration and networking.

  • Presidents’ Track: Tailored session for current MBA student leaders.

Travel and Accommodation

  • Airports: Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Billy Bishop (Toronto City (YTZ), Detroit Metro (DTW)

  • Suggested Arrival: By 9:30 AM on April 10, 2025, or evening of April 9, 2025

  • Transportation Options to London:

    • VIA Rail Train: CAD 85-125 round trip

    • Bus Bud or Mega Bus: CAD 50-100 round trip

    • Robert Q Airbus: CAD 200-300 round trip

    • For tailored transportation inquiries, contact Gabrielle Stadler (gstadler.mba2025@ivey.ca). 

  • Hotel: Delta Hotels London Armouries by Marriott

  • International Visas: To request your official invitation letter from the host for visa purposes, please reach out to GBC2025@graduatebusinessforum.com with your full legal name.

Costs

  • Registration Fee: CAD 200 per attendee

    • Includes: All meals from April 10th evening to April 13th breakfast, conference materials, local transport to venues, event access

    • Excludes: Accommodation (payable directly), travel to/from London, airport transport, and optional pre-event stays

Next Steps

  • Register by January 31, 2025 via the registration link.

  • Book your accommodation directly using the special GBC25 rate here.

We look forward to welcoming you to an unforgettable experience of collaboration and growth!

Please contact GBC2025@graduatebusinessforum.com with any questions.