Thank you for joining us and welcome to Directions 2024.

RRC Polytech is committed to deepening partnerships to maximize prosperity across industry and community, so we take great pride in hosting the annual Directions Business Conference because it offers a unique relationship-building experience that benefits everyone who takes part.

Today is an incredible opportunity for graduating students to grow and learn by connecting with an unparalleled network of industry leaders and proud alumni who are driving the economy and are making a positive impact in our community. They understand the options available to you and are eager to support you on your journey to put the technical knowledge and skills you have acquired to work in Manitoba and around the world.

In addition to preparing the workforce of tomorrow with the necessary credentials required to excel, the College strives to equip our graduates with the tools you will need to become leaders in your chosen fields – and the ability to communicate and network is imperative to success across every sector. Directions is a chance to make valuable connections, ask questions, listen to and learn from the many talented and experienced experts in attendance.                  

Thank you to our business and industry partners for their continued support of this important event and enthusiasm to ensure RRC Polytech students have the advice and insight they need to make informed decisions about their careers. We also appreciate the generous contributions of our sponsors that have allowed the conference to continue and grow, the hard work of our organizing committee to create a productive program in a welcoming environment and all of our participants for engaging in today’s meaningful conversations, presentations and workshops.

Please enjoy and make the most of Directions 2024.

Directions 2024 guides you from parchment to paycheque. 

As you prepare to graduate and take the first or next steps in your career, you’ll realize that your formal education, while critical to qualify you to work in your chosen field, serves as a launching point on a lifelong journey of growth and self-discovery. Learning never ends. Hard work and dedication have led you to this moment, but now there are many paths to further your career goals.

The options are endless. The choices are yours. Finding a direction that works for your individual blend of personal traits and expertise can be intimidating without the variety of supports available to you – you are not alone. Directions 2024 is a unique opportunity that connects you with industry leaders who can help you make informed decisions to maximize your new credentials and achieve your dreams!

RRC Polytech is proud to offer experiential learning that relies on the input of partners and alumni to ensure that our learning model aligns with the needs of industry. Those same experts have been where you are today, they’ve overcome countless challenges and are now driving innovation and economic success across the province and beyond.

They’re also an incredible source of information and advice for students preparing for their next steps and they place value on spending time with you today. Engage, ask questions and build relationships that may have a lasting impact on your career.

Take full advantage of today’s presentations and workshops as every interaction is a chance for you to gain valuable insight into what business leaders and potential employers are looking for and counting on you to provide. It is also an opportunity for you to share your ideas and priorities so that they can understand their workforce better to create efficient and healthy work environments.

Make connections. Make a plan. Make a difference.

I’m confident you’ll find the right direction for you. 

Thank you for being a part of Directions 2024.

RRC Polytech’s faculty and staff are committed to supporting today’s learners and enhancing student experiences so that in addition to the skills and knowledge needed to pursue their chosen career, our graduates leave with the confidence and connections to become true leaders in the community. Hosting the Directions Business Conference has become an annual highlight for us. We anticipate it will once again prove to be a transformative event that fosters the sharing of information and inspires the workforce of tomorrow.

This year’s program features an impressive variety of informative, relevant, and motivating speakers and panelists who are eager to share their experiences and answer questions.

• Our keynote and proud RRC Polytech Alumna, Amanda Buhse is an entrepreneurial megastar, who instills her passion for creativity and fearlessness into every endeavour.  
• The Alumni panel discussions will enlighten participants with honest accounts of successes and challenges that reinforce that no career path is the same and that opportunity is everywhere.  
• Breakout groups conclude with the RBC Reaction by Collision Roundtables designed to encourage face-to-face interaction with industry mentors. 
• Finally, enjoy a networking lunch and a chance to visit with exhibitors to take advantage of resources and support.

This event would not be possible without the generous support of sponsors like RBC Future Launch and Pratt’s Wholesale Food Service, the enthusiasm of our industry partners and alumni, the tireless work of the organizing committee and the instructors and staff at RRC Polytech.

Thank you for choosing to join us. Listen, learn and network – today is about helping you find your direction!