Our speaker lineup brings together leading professionals, advocates, and lived-experience voices who are shaping the future of aging. Each presentation offers practical insight, honest conversation, and innovative thinking around autonomy, care, and quality of life. Together, these speakers create a powerful platform for learning, connection, and reimagining what it means to age with independence and dignity.
Taylor Renken
Leasing Manager
Vendor, and Guest Speaker
Taylor Renken is a dedicated Leasing Manager at Seasons London Retirement Community, where he brings a people-first approach to helping older adults and their families find the right place to call home. With a strong background in customer service and community engagement, Taylor is known for his warm, attentive style and his ability to guide prospective residents through every step of the leasing process with clarity and care.
In his role, Taylor works closely with individuals and families to understand their unique needs, preferences, and lifestyles, ensuring a seamless transition into a supportive and vibrant retirement community. He is passionate about creating meaningful connections and is committed to making each experience positive, informative, and reassuring for everyone he serves. Taylor takes great pride in showcasing Seasons’ mission of Connect, Care, Change and is excited to share with you today his insight on how you can best navigate a transition to Independent Supportive Living, the resources available to you, and knowing when you might be ready to make the move.
Roberta MacNeil "Birdie"
Owner/Funeral Director and Community Speaker on Death and Dying.
Vendor, Sponsor, and Guest Speaker
Roberta MacNeil is a licensed funeral director and an expert in her field of funeral services, with a strong commitment to public education on death, dying, and end-of-life options. Through her work, she offers insight into the role of the funeral director while exploring how understanding your options is an important part of aging with autonomy. She helps individuals feel more prepared, informed, and supported before decisions become urgent.
James Chalmers
Owner of Home Instead serving London, Ontario
Vendor, and Guest Speaker
James Chalmers is the owner of Home Instead serving London, Ontario, where he has spent over 16 years helping families navigate the complexities of the healthcare system and aging journey. Since opening their office in 2010, James and his team have been a trusted resource in the community, guiding thousands of families in finding personalized, compassionate care solutions for their loved ones. With a deep commitment to dignity, independence, and quality of life, he and his team specialize in creating customized in-home care plans tailored to each family’s unique needs. Beyond his work with clients, James and his team are proud supporters of the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners and other local community organizations, contributing time, education, and resources to better support individuals and families affected by dementia and aging-related challenges. He and his teams long-standing presence and leadership have made Home Instead a respected advocate for seniors in the London community, dedicated to ensuring every client receives care that feels both professional and deeply personal.
Karla Mogollon
Position Coming Soon
Vendor, Sponsor, and Guest Speaker
Bio Coming Soon
Dr. Paul Catania
Owner / Principled Chiropractor
Vendor, Sponsor, and Guest Speaker
Dr. Catania has been practicing Chiropractic since 1998 and during this time
has been committed to continuing his lifelong education as a Principled
Chiropractor.
Dr. Catania is one of 4% of Chiropractors in the world who practices a specific
technique known as Upper Cervical Care. Dr. Catania has broadened his
practice and is currently seeing patients with ages ranging from days old to
those late in life all with varying conditions from childhood Asthma to Multiple
Sclerosis as well as a variety of Stress related problems.
When you meet Dr. Catania you will very soon realize that you could search the
world over and never find a doctor who has more confidence in YOU and your
innate ability to be healthy!
Michelle Bolton
Founder & CEO
Vendor, Sponsor, and Guest Speaker
Michele Bolton, Founder and CEO of MY911 Inc., is a Canadian entrepreneur redefining healthcare technology. Inspired by personal health challenges and a profound commitment to patient empowerment, she established MY911® to revolutionize emergency medical communications, seamlessly connecting patients, first responders, and healthcare professionals.
With an illustrious career spanning 30 years in agriculture and wealth management simultaneously, Michele brings a unique blend of expertise to her visionary leadership. Her innovative approach, rooted in empathy and a dedication to enhancing the patient experience, has positioned MY911® as a pioneering, patient-centric solution that has transformed the healthcare landscape.
Michele’s trailblazing efforts have garnered international recognition, earned her an invitation to Global Healthcare Week in Abu Dhabi and prominent features in esteemed publications such as Forbes, Business Insider, MSN, and Insights Success, among others. Through her unwavering commitment to empowering patients as active participants in their healthcare journey, Michele continues to drive transformative change on a global scale.
