1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom - links will be distributed prior to event
Registration ends on 11/11/2026
Leading Through Transition: Succession, Change, and Smarter Decision Making
Thursday, November 12, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET | Virtual Event
Public sector organizations are navigating increasing complexity, evolving workforce dynamics, leadership transitions, and growing pressure to make informed decisions in rapidly changing environments. For procurement leaders and professionals, the ability to lead through change while building resilient teams and preparing future leaders has never been more important.
In partnership with KIRAH Executive Search & Leadership Advisory, OPBA is hosting this interactive panel discussion for public sector professionals exploring succession planning, change management, and critical thinking through a practical public sector leadership lens. Designed as an insight-driven conversation, the session will examine how organizations can better prepare for leadership transitions, support teams through change, and strengthen decision-making in complex environments.
Moderator
Michelle Trudel, Manager of Purchasing, Town of AjaxPanelists
- KD Khairah, Founder, KIRAH Executive Search & Leadership Advisory
- Charmaine Hammond, Leadership Consultant, Hammond International
- Rosalia La Corte, Director, Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Services, WSIB Ontario
- Sam Pringle, Director, Supply Chain Management, Halton Region
Panelists will share perspectives, experiences, and practical considerations related to leadership development, organizational transition, workforce planning, and navigating change within public sector environments.
Registration Fees
| Registration Type | Fee | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Members | $20.00 + HST | 1.00 |
| Non-Members | $35.00 + HST | 1.00 |
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