KNOW Conference (Knowledge and Networking Opportunities for the Workplace)

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KNOW, or Knowledge and Networking Opportunities for the Workplace, is an engaging full-day professional development event designed to help students develop the essential skills and everyday workplace competencies required for career success and in demand by employers. At KNOW, you’ll connect with and learn from community leaders, industry experts, Sask Polytech alumni and each other!

Dates, registration and agenda

KNOW takes place on the following dates on campus in each of our four campus cities.

What to expect

KNOW is a free, full-day, in-person event. By registering, you’ll gain access to professionals and experts who will share their experience and insight on a variety of topics such as lifelong learning, interpersonal skills, professionalism, creativity and intercultural fluency. As you prepare to enter the workforce, get in the KNOW firsthand from employers and human resource experts! 

Keynote speakers

Scott Schultz

Partner at Lakeview Insurance Brokers and retired professional athlete

Opening keynote address - Game Plan for Success: Transitioning from Pro Athlete to Business Professional

Biography

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Scott Schultz

Born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Scott Schultz made his mark as a football player at the University of North Dakota. He was the first overall draft pick in the 2001 CFL College Draft, amassing 178 career tackles and 41 quarterback sacks throughout his impressive CFL journey. A proud member of the Saskatchewan Roughriders, he contributed to the team’s triumphant 2007 Grey Cup Championship. After retiring from football in August 2009, Scott channeled his passion for leadership and teamwork into building a successful local insurance company. He remains actively engaged in his community, sharing life lessons, fostering connections, and advocating for lifelong learning.

Cody Demerais

Métis author, entrepreneur, life coach and motivational speaker

Midday keynote address - Life is Limitless

Biography

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Cody Demerais

Cody Demerais is a proud Métis, family man and the 2021 ABEX Award Winner for Young Entrepreneur of the Year. He has transformed life’s challenges into a platform for empowerment as an entrepreneur, life coach and motivational speaker. Cody frequently travels to communities to lead life improvement workshops, sharing his story to inspire others to live a limitless life. When not traveling, he focuses on being a present and devoted father and husband, embracing his family role with dedication.

Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors who make this event possible.

Presenting sponsor

Opening keynote sponsor

Midday keynote sponsor

Moose Jaw campus sponsor