Feb 26 : The Power of Lobbying: When Business Meets Politics

AAGEF Ontario event brought us together to explore one of today’s most relevant topics: the intersection of business and politics.

With an insightful introduction by Thomas Chanzy (Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV)) and a thought-provoking presentation by Ken Chan (Optimus SBR , ESCP Business School ), we dove deep into how businesses navigate policy and strategy in Canada 

Key takeaways from the discussion:
✅ Lobbying isn’t a dirty word—it’s about engagement, education, and alignment between businesses and policymakers.
✅ Canadian companies must be proactive in advocating for policies that support innovation, economic growth, and competitive advantage.
✅ Relationships matter. Business leaders who build trust with government officials are more likely to influence meaningful change.

This session, based on an ESCP Business School study with insights from 35 business leaders and 30 policymakers, highlighted the strategic importance of public affairs in today’s shifting global landscape. Presentation below 

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