Global Emerging Leadership Programs

The 2026 Global Virtual Summit for Career and Skill Development will remain available on the GELP Summit Platform for the next 6 days!

Catch up on inspiring speakers, leadership discussions, global networking insights, and career development sessions. Don’t forget to complete your reflections to receive your GELP Digital Badge and remain eligible for tuition credit opportunities of up to $2,500 CAD.

Visit summit.gelp.ca to access the Summit Platform.

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Less than 12 hours until the 2026 Global Virtual Summit for Career and Skill Development begins!

If you received a Sponsored Seat, be sure to check your email for your registration details and access information.

Join students, young professionals, educators, and leaders from around the world for a day of learning, networking, leadership development, and global connections.

📅 June 5, 2026 (PDT) | June 6, 2026 (IST)

If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Global Virtual Summit for Career and Skill Development - Speaker Announcement

Starting at 6:30 pm on June 5, 2026 (PDT) / 7:00 am on June 6, 2026 (IST).

We are honoured to welcome Sokhorn Panharatn, Founder & President of The Blue Pearl and Student at Aii Language Centre, as our Keynote Presenter.

This closing keynote explores how conflict resolution, dialogue, and collective leadership can help build a more peaceful and sustainable future. Through personal experiences and global perspectives, participants will discover how empathy, understanding, and collaboration can bridge divides and create meaningful change across communities and cultures.

For all students interested, apply today using the link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-global-virtual-summit-for-career-and-skill-development-tickets-1984647781941?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Global Virtual Summit for Career and Skill Development - Speaker Announcement

Broadcasting Live at 6:30 pm on June 5, 2026 (PDT) / 7:00 am on June 6, 2026 (IST). The Summit content will be available for up to 7 days!

We are honored to welcome an inspiring group of GELP leaders, alumni, educators, and professionals for the Stories That Inspire Change workshop!

Moderator

• Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan – GELP Special Advisor & President of BC-IBN

Panelists

• Sameena Somani – Chair, Canada ISA; Student at the University of British Columbia

• Pratyush Khanna – Account Partner, LinkedIn

• Dr. Kavita Pandey – Professor, Mumbai University; Strategic Partnerships Lead

• Vinu Pillai – CEO, Vinicio Advisory and GELP Strategic Partnership Lead

• Rohith Goud Bandi – HR Analyst, Deloitte

Through personal stories and professional experiences, these speakers will share how leadership opportunities, mentorship, global connections, and community engagement through GELP have shaped their journeys and inspired meaningful impact in their communities and careers.

For all students and young professionals interested to attend, we encourage you to apply today for a sponsored seat through the link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-global-virtual-summit-for-career-and-skill-development-tickets-1984647781941?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Global Virtual Summit for Career and Skill Development - Speaker Announcement

Broadcasting Live at 6:30 pm on June 5, 2026 (PDT) / 7:00 am on June 6, 2026 (IST). The Summit content will be available for up to 7 days!

We are honored to welcome a talented group of artists and performers for the Global Talent Show!

Performers

• Parachute Thieves – Musical Band

• Qaher Mohamed – Performer and Spoken Word Artist

• Leo Javaheri – Violinist

• Agasha Mutesasira – Performer and Music Artist

• Ayanna Virani – Pianist and Performer

Through music, spoken word, and artistic expression, these performers will showcase the diversity, creativity, and cultural richness of our global community while celebrating the power of connection across borders.

For all students and young professionals interested to attend, we encourage you to apply today for a sponsored seat through the link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-global-virtual-summit-for-career-and-skill-development-tickets-1984647781941?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Global Virtual Summit for Career and Skill Development - Speaker Announcement

Broadcasting Live at 6:30 pm on June 5, 2026 (PDT) / 7:00 am on June 6, 2026 (IST). The Summit content will be available for up to 7 days!

We are honored to have an outstanding panel of global leaders, innovators, and educators for the Digital Innovation for Change workshop.

Moderator

• Dr. Lyndsay Passmore – GELP Special Advisor & Professor at Melville School of Business, Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Panelists

• Joseph Ramos – Director, SELC Language College Regional Marketing Director

• Lori Lynch – Founder, Flow Digital and Co-Founder, Built for Change

• François-Marie Lesaffre – AI Expert and Innovation Manager

• Kushal Kundanmal – Founder, Edusight

Together, they will share insights on artificial intelligence, digital innovation, sustainability, leadership, and the future of positive global change.

For all students and young professionals interested to attend, we encourage you to apply today for a sponsored seat through the link in:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-global-virtual-summit-for-career-and-skill-development-tickets-1984647781941?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl