Grammy Award-winning international superstar Pitbull (Armando Christian Pérez) brings his signature message of motivation to audiences around the world. Pitbull boasts billions of audio streams and video views, and hundreds of gold and platinum certifications – but his global success didn’t happen overnight. Throughout his remarkable journey to success, Pitbull has continued to take lessons from his experiences, give back to his community, and share a message of hope and positivity with his audiences.
A global music superstar and consummate entertainer, Armando consistently delivers an unforgettable program that leaves audiences inspired and motivated to cultivate their passions and turn their dreams into reality. His journey is a true testament to the power of resilience and relentless pursuit of one’s dreams. Rising from a challenging childhood and often turning a “negative into a positive,” his story is a potent source of motivation and inspiration for individuals and organizations alike. Pitbull’s lyrics often convey messages of fighting against odds, believing in oneself, and not being afraid to take risks. As a speaker, he electrifies audiences, sharing his personal story of triumph and strategies for maintaining a mindset that cultivates resilience, focus, and relentless pursuit towards goals. Pitbull challenges the status quo and continues to defy the odds and emerge victorious.
Allie K. Miller is a top artificial intelligence leader, advisor, and investor. Previously, Allie was the Global Head of Machine Learning for Startups and Venture Capital at Amazon (AWS), advising the top machine learning researchers and founders in the world. Prior to that, Allie built an artificial intelligence product at IBM—spearheading product development across computer vision, conversation, data, and regulation for thousands of companies.
Outside of work, Allie is changing the game of AI. Allie has spoken about AI around the world, addressed the European Commission, drafted foreign AI strategies, and created eight guidebooks to educate businesses on how to build successful AI projects. Allie was named AIconic’s 2019 “AI Innovator of the Year,” a LinkedIn Top Voice for Technology and AI for the last five years, Award Magazine’s Top 50 Women in Tech and Top 100 Global Thought Leaders, Chief in Tech’s Top 100 Women in Tech to Watch in 2022, ReadWrite’s Top 20 AI Speakers in the World, MKAI’s Top 20 AI Mavericks, Data Salon’s Top 25 Data Science influencers in the world, and Neptune’s Top 20 AI Influencers.
Allie is also the Founder of The AI Pipeline to build stronger diversity in ML, co-founder of Girls of the Future, a national ambassador for the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), an ambassador for the 10,000-person organization Advancing Women in Product, an angel investor in machine learning startups, and has won the Grand Prize in three national innovation competitions.
Allie is driven, ambitious, and quick-witted. She holds a double-major MBA from The Wharton School and a BA in Cognitive Science (coding a three-year ML study and studying Computer Science, Linguistics, and Psychology) from Dartmouth College.
Mary-Anne Gillespie – Real estate coach and motivational speaker with an inspiring story. She overcame homelessness and became an Ironman World Championship athlete, using her experiences to inspire REALTORS® to push past challenges and achieve new levels of success. Her session will help you build resilience and take your business to the next level.
Cherry Chan, CPA, CA, is not only an experienced real estate tax professional but also a seasoned real estate investor, author, blogger and a sought-after public speaker who is passionate about helping individuals and businesses navigate the complex world of real estate taxation. She graduated on the Honour Roll for Accountants, ranking among the top 50 in Canada in her graduating year, and was named one of the “Top 50 Women in Accounting” globally in 2018.
With a wealth of knowledge and expertise, Cherry specializes in providing tailored tax strategies to help clients maximize savings and minimize liabilities in the real estate industry. Cherry’s commitment to client success, combined with her engaging and accessible approach, makes her a go-to resource for demystifying tax concepts and empowering individuals to make informed decisions in their real estate ventures.
Further contributing to this field, Cherry has authored two key books: Complete Taxation Guide to Canadian Real Estate Investing, an Amazon bestseller, and Complete Taxation Guide to Canadian Real Estate Agents, Canada’s only book dedicated exclusively to helping real estate agents navigate taxation.
Dr. Ellen Choi is an educator with a Master’s degree in social psychology from the London School of Economics and holds a PhD., in Organizational Behaviour. She is an Associate Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University and researches employee mental health and well-being, focusing on how mindfulness and self-compassion enrich work and life. Prior to entering academia, Ellen worked in commercial real estate as an office broker. She is a delightfully authentic and relatable speaker known for combining her academic training with life’s awkward moments to deliver meaningful messages with practical takeaways.
Bita Di Lisi is a licensed paralegal in excellent standing with the Law Society of Ontario. With over two decades of experience, she is a trusted advocate for real estate professionals and landlords navigating property management, tenant relations, and legal complexities.
Bita began her real estate career in 2004 when she obtained her broker’s license. She quickly built a reputation for helping landlords and investors acquire small to medium-sized multiplex properties. Alongside her husband, Robert, she founded a successful property management company, overseeing more than 100 rental units.
Her experience in landlord-tenant matters led her to pursue a paralegal license, allowing her to represent clients before the Landlord and Tenant Board. Her firsthand experience as a landlord gives her unique insight into the challenges real estate professionals face.
Bita and Robert later founded Stonegate Legal Services Professional Corporation, providing expert representation to realtors and landlords across Ontario. With deep industry knowledge and a commitment to her clients, Bita helps simplify legal processes and empowers professionals to navigate real estate with confidence.
Author, entrepreneur and International speaker Daniel Lewis is the proud founder of the award-winning tea company Daniel’s Chai Bar & Pekoe. Daniel helps people and organizations adopt a more human-centric approach to business, entrepreneurship and life.
His people-focused outlook on entrepreneurship and his experiential business tactics have garnered him and his company national recognition and many awards and honors such as the 2014 Young Entrepreneur of the Year, 2016 Business Excellence Award and 2017 Top 40 Under 40 Entrepreneurs and just recently 2022 Global Visual Victories Silver Medal for most creative Pop-Up Store Design. Daniel’s success with his retail tea brand has even landed him an opportunity to serve HRH King Charles III during his 2017 Royal Tour to Canada.
Daniel grew his company from a grassroots start-up to an established local tea brand that served the Royal Family. The journey has been both challenging and worthwhile and Daniel aims to present organizations with the grit and tenacity it takes to start a business and the hope and inspiration needed to sustain it. Using real-life examples and experiences, Daniel Lewis will leave you ready to tackle your business, customers and people in a creative, realistic and impactful way.
Mark Weisleder is a senior partner at Real Estate Lawyers.ca LLP and practiced law for over 35 years. Mark’s books for real estate agents, buyers, sellers, and landlords are best sellers. Mark has appeared as a guest real estate expert on CTV, Global TV, BNN, City TV, CBC radio, and Newstalk 1010. He has also been quoted in each of Canada’s major national newspapers on real estate issues.
Sean Provencher is the Founder and CEO of Endgame Coaching. He specializes in helping real estate professionals future-proof their businesses. His session explores how AI is transforming real estate and teaches REALTORS® how to leverage technology to stay ahead.
Michelle Leong Francis is a highly respected Commercial Designated REALTOR® and Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) candidate, known for her expertise in real property, governance, and alternative dispute resolution. A renowned HR Law mentor with the Law Society, she advises on professional ethics, compliance, and legal best practices, shaping the future of the industry.
As Vice-Chair of Appeals at the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) and a Designated Mediator and Arbitrator, Michelle ensures accountability and ethical excellence in real estate. She also serves on TRREB’s Professional Standards Roster, providing leadership in dispute resolution and industry governance.
Beyond her leadership roles, Michelle is a sought-after ADRIO speaker, consultant, and corporate trainer, specializing in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), cultural intelligence, and professional ethics. Her consulting and training programs equip businesses, legal professionals, and industry organizations with the skills to navigate complex negotiations, regulatory compliance, and conflict resolution.
A force for transformative change, Michelle combines deep industry expertise with a passion for fairness, integrity, and education—empowering professionals and organizations to excel in an evolving global landscape.
Harpreet Sandhu is a REALTOR® and Broker with over 12 years of experience. He is known for his expertise in real estate education, marketing, and technology. As an instructor at TRREB, he has trained and mentored countless REALTORS®, helping them confidently navigate industry tools and market trends.
Cliff Spicer has been a dedicated member of TRREB’s Professional Development Department for over a decade, specializing in technology and analytics. Known for his ability to simplify complex topics, he excels at making advanced concepts accessible and engaging for audiences of all experience levels. With a relaxed and approachable training style, he delivers sessions that are both informative and enjoyable. Whether he is analyzing data or exploring the latest technology, Cliff’s passion for empowering others shines through in every presentation.
Ashley St John is a REALTOR®, speaker, and trainer with over 17 years of experience in the Ontario real estate market. Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in developing high-performing teams and fostering a dynamic, results-driven office culture. She inspires agents to elevate their careers through structured coaching, mentorship, and innovative strategies.
Ashley is a recognized expert in compliance training, real estate software, and industry best practices. She also serves as an instructor at the Centre for REALTOR® Development, where she facilitates professional designations for the National Association of REALTORS®. Additionally, she has taught at numerous boards and associations across the province. Outside of her professional work, Ashley is a proud mother of five and a dedicated business partner to her husband, Colin.
