An evening engineered for outcomes.

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · Arrival 5:30 p.m. · Program 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. · Calgary Petroleum Club, Devonian Room

5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Devonian Room

Registration & Executive Networking

Event registration is happening on the second floor of the Calgary Petroleum Club. For assistance please reach out to reception.

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6:00 p.m. – 6:05 p.m. Devonian Room

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Welcoming remarks by Dr. Dilpriya K. Mangat, Founder and CEO of NexCerebrum Brain Health and Memory Wellness Clinic.

Dr. Dilpriya K. Mangat

6:05 p.m. – 6:20 p.m. Devonian Room

Keynote: Measuring What Matters: Health Analytics and the Value of Brain Capital

If we began treating brain health as an economic asset, what would we start measuring differently tomorrow?

Krystal Sexton

6:20 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Devonian Room

Building the Brain Economy: Global Vision to Canadian Action & Executive Dinner

A multidisciplinary discussion exploring how global Brain Economy strategies can translate into meaningful action in Canada and Alberta, with a focus on measuring Brain Capital, advancing research and innovation, aligning policy priorities, and building cross-sector partnerships to drive sustainable economic and societal impact.

Krystal Sexton, PhD; Raja Mita, PhD, MBA; Elizabeth Allen, MPA; Dr. Valerie Taylor, MD, ICD.D.

7:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Devonian Room

Facilitated networking: From Ideas to Priorities

Curated, topic-based discussions and networking tables exploring key dimensions of brain health and the Brain Economy, including public policy, research and innovation, corporate brain capital, healthcare and prevention, and investment and economic growth.

7:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Devonian Room

The Global Brain Economy: Why Brain Capital Is the Next Economic Frontier

An examination of how brain health and cognitive skills contribute to economic resilience, productivity and prosperity. Drawing on international approaches, the discussion will explore the value of investing in prevention, research and workforce brain health, and consider how Alberta can contribute to broader Canadian and global efforts. It will conclude with a practical question: What can Alberta’s leaders achieve together over the next 12 months?

Dr. Harris Eyre

7:30 pm – 8:00 pm Devonian Room

From Brain Capital to Action: Alberta’s Opportunity

A practical discussion on translating Brain Economy ideas into action across healthcare, research, business, investment and public policy. The panel will explore what these opportunities mean for individuals, employers, researchers and decision-makers, with a focus on concrete steps Alberta can take to improve brain health and support economic growth.

Dr. Neel Datta, MD; Dennis Agbegha, BSc, MSc; Erin Bates; Alycia Herlein, CPA

8:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Devonian Room

Fireside Chat: Turning Brain Health Knowledge into Collective Impact

A reflection on Canada’s strengths in brain health research and innovation, and the opportunities to translate scientific advances into practical benefits for communities, aging populations, employers and policymakers. The discussion will highlight priorities for collaboration in Alberta, the importance of measurable outcomes, and opportunities to build on the connections established at the Summit.

Dr. Allison Sekuler, Dr. Dilpriya K. Mangat

8:30 – 8:35 Devonian Room

Closing Remarks

Formal closing

Dr. Dilpriya K. Mangat