Axis Connects: Lunch with a Leader featuring Byron Neiles

Axis Connects: Lunch with a Leader featuring Byron Neiles

Join us for an exclusive mentoring opportunity with Byron Neiles, an accomplished leader in business, energy, and community development.

By Axis Connects

Date and time

Tuesday, February 11 · 11:30am - 1pm MST

Location

The Ranchmen's Club

710 13 Ave SW Calgary, AB T2R 0K9 Canada

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Lunch with a Leader Featuring Byron Neiles


Join us for an exclusive mentoring opportunity with Byron Neiles, an accomplished leader and visionary in business, energy, and community development.


  • Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
  • Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM MST
  • Location: The Ranchmen's Club, 710 13 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2R 0K9


Registration Information:

  • Tickets: $50pp (includes lunch)
  • Availability: Limited availability so register early. If you have already attended a Lunch with a Leader in 2025 please see the note at the bottom of the page.
  • Registration Opens: January 28, 2025 @ 9am.



About Byron Neiles

Byron is a director of Calgary Economic Development and ENMAX Corporation and in July 2024 retired as the Executive Vice President & Chief Administrative Officer at Enbridge Inc. in Calgary after 30 years with the Company. During that time he led the Major Projects Division, IT, Human Resources, Safety & Operational Reliability, Real Estate, Supply Chain Management, Public Affairs, Communications and Sustainability as well as Regulatory, Law and Customer Care with its Natural Gas utility in Ontario. Prior to that he served as a policy advisor to two Canadian federal energy ministers.


Byron holds an MBA from the University of Calgary, a BA from the University of Regina and is a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. Byron has also earned the NACD CERT certificate in Cybersecurity Oversight from the Software Engineering Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. He is the former Co-Chair of the annual Global Business Forum in Banff, and active community volunteer as Trustee of Makadiff Sports and Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Foundations, member of the Dean’s Management Advisory Council at the Haskayne School of Business School as well as a member of cabinet of the OWN Cancer Campaign with the Alberta Cancer Foundation and cabinet for the new Science Hub at the University of Calgary. Byron, his wife Lisa and three adult daughters live in Calgary.


Who Should Attend:


This event is perfect for:

  • Professionals looking to grow as leaders in business and governance.
  • Individuals interested in learning from an expert in energy, sustainability, and strategic community impact.
  • Anyone seeking inspiration and insights from a leader with extensive experience in shaping impactful organizations and initiatives.


Note to Attendees


Due to the high demand and interest in our Lunch with a Leader program, we kindly ask that if you have attended a recent lunch, please consider giving others who have not yet had the opportunity a chance to register.

If you have previously attended an event and are registered for an upcoming one, please note that the Axis Connects team may reach out to you to issue a refund in order to make room for new attendees.

Please note that Eventbrite fees are non-refundable. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at hello@axisconnects.com.

Thank you for your understanding and support in helping us create equal opportunities for all members to participate.

Frequently asked questions

How can I register for the event?

Registration is open exclusively to Axis Members. To secure your spot, please register through the provided link starting Jan 28 @ 9am.

How many spots are available?

There are only 10 - 12 spots available for this intimate lunch, so be sure to register early to guarantee your place.

Is lunch included in the event?

Yes, lunch is included as part of the event.

What should I prepare or bring to the event?

Feel free to bring a notebook and pen if you’d like to take notes during the discussion. Otherwise, just bring your curiosity and an open mind! We encourage you to think of any questions you might have in advance, as this is a great opportunity to engage with our featured leader.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

For additional information, please contact hello@axisconnects.com.

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On Sale Jan 28 at 9:00 AM