Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference 2026

THANK YOU 2026 SPOTLIGHT SPONSORS!
                                                     

Shaping the Future — Trends and Insights for Tomorrow

Thursday, April 9 l Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre, Toronto, ON

ISSA Canada is thrilled to announce that the ISSA Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference is returning to Canada in 2026. Taking place on Thursday, April 9, at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre (655 Dixon Rd.) in Toronto, this highly-regarded event brings together industry professionals from across the country for an inspiring day of networking, skill-building, and leadership development. Through engaging keynotes and meaningful networking opportunities, participants will discover practical strategies to foster connection and growth within their organizations. 

Whether you're a seasoned leader or an aspiring changemaker, this event is your chance to learn from industry experts, exchange ideas, and leave with actionable insights to drive workplace success. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and lead the way in creating thriving, supportive environments!

This dynamic networking and leadership conference will feature:

  • A Kick-Off Workshop to dive deep into driving innovation, and why foresight matters now. 
  • Inspirational Presentations from industry leaders sharing personal stories and strategies for overcoming challenges and shaping the future.
  • A Panel Discussion with industry leaders offering real-word insights and best practices on adapting to change. 
  • A Networking Lunch, where attendees can connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders to build meaningful professional relationships.
  • A Group Mentoring Session, where participants will engage in guided discussions with experienced mentors, fostering collaboration and personalized growth.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Strategic Foresight Tools: Learn how to anticipate change and develop adaptive strategies for uncertain environments.
  • Leadership in a Changing World: Understand what future-ready leadership looks like and how to cultivate it within organizations.
  • Cross-Section Collaboration: Discover how collaboration across industries and disciplines can drive more resilient and inclusive futures. 
  • Actionable Insights: Leave with practical takeaways and frameworks to apply in your work, organization, or community. 
  • Strategic Growth: Leave with actionable ideas to innovate your business model, improve operational efficiency, and future-proof your organization.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, gain inspiration, and walk away with information to make a meaningful impact in your workplace and beyond. 

KICK-OFF SESSION

Innovation is the Variable. You are the Constant:

How Leaders Stabilize Their Authority, Shape the Future of Their Industry, and Manifest Lasting Success

Featuring Tanya Geisler

As automation, artificial intelligence, and “smart buildings” continue to transform the facility solutions industry, leaders are often told they must constantly adapt, innovate faster, and push harder just to keep up. In the midst of this rapid evolution, many professionals experience an all-too-familiar challenge—the Imposter Complex—questioning whether they truly belong at the forefront of change.

In this powerful keynote, leadership expert Tanya Geisler reframes the conversation. While technology, trends, and market demands may be the variables, the true constant in any evolving industry is the leader themselves.

Drawing on her signature ICONIC leadership framework, Tanya will explore how leaders can stabilize their authority, align their leadership identity with their ambitions, and confidently navigate an industry that is still actively being shaped. Participants will gain insight into how embracing their own leadership presence—not just chasing the next innovation—can become the foundation for lasting impact and success.

The keynote will transition into an engaging interactive workshop where attendees will reflect on how they may be overextending themselves in response to industry change. Through guided discussion and practical exercises, participants will identify meaningful leadership shifts they can implement immediately to strengthen their influence and resilience.

Attendees will leave the session feeling reinvigorated about their leadership journey and equipped with a practical framework to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose—no matter how the industry continues to evolve.

Tanya Geisler is an international keynote speaker and Canada’s foremost authority on the Imposter Complex, as well as the architect of the Trailblazer Phenomenon™. For nearly two decades, she has led the conversation on self-doubt in high-performing leaders, challenging the assumption that imposter feelings signal weakness or lack of readiness. Her work reframes doubt as a natural response to growth, particularly for the Onlys, the Firsts, and those leading without precedent. Through her ICONIC Framework™, Tanya equips leaders to anchor authority in identity, integrity, and decisive action, allowing them to expand without self-abandonment and lead with grounded confidence.

She has coached thousands of executives, founders, and changemakers and has spoken to audiences across corporate, association, and entrepreneurial stages worldwide.

Tanya pairs psychological insight with strategic clarity and delivers it with warmth, wit, and direct candour that cuts through noise and lands with precision. Her keynotes move beyond surface-level confidence advice and into the deeper dynamics shaping leadership visibility, influence, and power at senior levels. She has a rare ability to name what leaders are experiencing in real time, creating relief, clarity, and momentum in the room.

"BE INSPIRED" PANEL

Join us for the “Be Inspired” Panel, an engaging and thought‑provoking session moderated by Shannon Hall, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Dustbane Products Ltd. and Co-chair of the ISSA Hygieia Network. This year’s panel brings together respected industry representatives and subject matter experts to address a topic often avoided but universally relevant: personal financial well‑being. From financial planning and retirement savings to the importance of establishing a will, the discussion will offer clear, practical insights designed to empower attendees at every stage of their careers. It’s a timely, informative conversation that encourages confidence, preparedness, and long‑term success.

Shannon Hall is the Executive Vice-President, Sale and Marketing of Dustbane Products Limited. She is a transformational sales leader with over 20 year’s sales leadership experience. Working for several Fortune 500 companies as well as private businesses, she has been tasked with delivering results, building high performing sales teams and creating a sales & customer focused culture.

Shannon is the co-chair for Hygieia’s Regional Network Committee, a co-captain for the Hygieia Network Canada Region as well as a member of the Hygieia Network Council. She is passionate about building a more inclusive environment for women in the cleaning industry. One of her favorite leadership experiences was attending the Foundational Leadership Camp through Harvard and Columbia University’s with 8 hours of “Executive Dining Etiquette” by Anna Post. You can often catch Shannon singing Karaoke and loving every minute of it!

Hayley Clift works with Canadian families, entrepreneurs, and women navigating important financial and life transitions. Her work focuses on integrating tax, legal, and investment considerations to help clients make thoughtful decisions about their financial lives over time.

She specializes in alternative investments and complex planning strategies, including flow-through shares and private market opportunities such as healthcare infrastructure investments. Hayley is particularly interested in helping people think more intentionally about how financial decisions shape long-term outcomes for families.

Originally from Newfoundland and a graduate of Memorial University, Hayley has been based in Toronto since 2011. Outside of work she is a parent, a supporter of her Newfoundland alumni network, and someone who values balance, perspective, and lifelong learning.

Gina Dyrmishi is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with more than 25 years of progressive financial leadership experience. A results-oriented executive, she has built a strong reputation for exceeding corporate objectives by identifying strategic growth opportunities, leading transformational initiatives and enhancing operational performance. Her expertise includes strengthening financial governance through best-in-class controls and leveraging automation to improve accuracy, efficiency and scalability across finance functions.

Gina currently serves as Vice President, Bunzl Canada, where she provides strategic direction and oversight for brand growth, operational performance and long-term value creation. Throughout her career, she has worked across a diverse range of sectors, including manufacturing, warehousing, transportation, laboratory services and distribution. Known for her collaborative leadership style and disciplined financial approach, Gina is committed to delivering sustainable performance while supporting the organizations and teams she serves.

CHARITABLE SERVICE PROJECT

During this year’s ISSA Hygieia Networking and Leadership Conference in Toronto, attendees will have the opportunity to support a meaningful Service Project benefiting the Daily Bread Food Bank, one of the city’s largest organizations fighting hunger.

Participants are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to help stock the shelves for families across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) facing food insecurity.

The need for food has never been greater. In fact, recent reports show that more than one in 10 Torontonians now rely on food banks, with over 4.1 million food bank visits recorded in the past year alone – a dramatic increase driven by rising food prices, housing costs, and economic pressures. Food bank usage in Toronto alone has surged more than 300% since before the pandemic, and demand continues to climb as more working families, seniors, and newcomers struggle to make ends meet.

By contributing even a few non-perishable items, conference attendees can make a real impact to help ensure that neighbours in need have access to nutritious food and remind those facing hardship that their community stands with them.

Specific items required:

  • Canned Fruits and Vegetables
  • Canned Tomatoes (whole, diced, crushed)
  • Oatmeal
  • Nut Butter (almond, peanut)
  • Canned Fish (tuna, salmon, sardines)
  • Baby food / formula
  • Pasta

If you wish to make a financial contribution, donations can be made directly to Daily Bread Food Bank through this link. 

Together, the ISSA Hygieia community can turn leadership into action and make a meaningful difference for thousands of individuals and families across the GTA.

COST?

  • ISSA Canada Members — $135.60 (HST included)
  • Non-Members — $180.80 (HST included)


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STAY IN STYLE WITH EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS!

For attendees of the Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference, ISSA has secured a special discounted room rate of just $199 (+ applicable taxes) per night at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre (655 Dixon Rd., Toronto). This exclusive offer is available for stays on Wednesday, April 8, and Thursday, April 9.

Don’t miss out—book now to enjoy a comfortable, convenient stay just steps away from all the action.

Hurry! This exclusive deal ends on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

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THANK YOU 2026 SUPPORT SPONSORS!
                                               

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

To ensure the 2026 event reflects the high standards of the ISSA Hygieia Network, we are seeking support from esteemed industry leaders! By sponsoring the conference, your company will gain valuable visibility and be celebrated as a champion of professional development and inclusivity in the cleaning industry.

Sponsorship packages include the following:

  • Spotlight Sponsor ($2500): Have your brand prominently featured in all promotional materials, on the conference event page, and on signage displayed throughout the event.
  • Supporting Sponsor ($1500): Have your brand recognized in conference promotions, on the conference event page, and signage at the event. 

This is a unique opportunity to align your organization with a transformative initiative while showcasing your support for the ISSA Hygieia Network's mission. Please join us in celebrating the return of the Hygieia Networking & Leadership Conference to Canada, and help make the 2026 event an unforgettable experience for all participants. For additional information, please contact Tanja Nowotny at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

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Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, gain inspiration,

and walk away with information to make a meaningful impact in your workplace and beyond.