UBC Sauder’s Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics
Business for Social Good Summit 2026: Navigating a Polarized World
Between wildly divergent worldviews and online echo chambers driving people further apart, the world has never felt so polarized. Every product and campaign is scrutinized for hidden meanings that might provide evidence of “woke” or “anti-woke” agendas (e.g., “childless cat lady” Taylor Swift and Sydney Sweeney’s “good jeans”).
How should businesses operate in a world where polarization divides us? Should they lead with their values and risk alienating half of the market? Should they focus on profit and remain silent on the issues of the day?
The 2026 Business for Social Good Summit, hosted by UBC Sauder’s Peter P. Dhillon Centre for Business Ethics, will tackle these and other urgent questions. Using our crowd-favourite format that engages industry, academic, and government thought leaders, attendees will hear from expert speakers with differing perspectives and engage in stimulating discussions at their tables.
Details & Registration
Date: Friday, September 11, 8:00am-12:00pm
Venue: Fairmont Waterfront, 900 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC V6C 3L5
Event website: https://bit.ly/BSG2026
Register now to take advantage of the early bird price of $49! After June 30, registration will be $99 until all seats are taken.
Featured Speakers
Rachel Notley is a groundbreaking leader. As the former Premier of Alberta, she is widely recognized for her leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills. Rachel’s background in labour law aligns with her current work at Southern Law supporting workplace culture through accountability, fairness, and respect.
Dominic Packer’s award-winning book, “The Power of Us”, provides research-backed guidance for how our shared identities can increase cooperation and promote social harmony. Dominic is also Lehigh University’s Vice Provost for Educational Innovation and Assessment, and Senior Advisor to the Vice Provost for Research.
Tracey McVicar has held senior positions at CAI Capital Partners, Raymond James, RBC Capital Markets, Teck Resources, and BC Hydro. Due to her sector-spanning leadership and dedication to the community, Tracey has been recognized with the King’s Coronation Medal and as one of WXN’s Canada’s Most Powerful Women.
Marvin Washington is the Dean of Simon Fraser University Beedie School of Business anda sought-after advisor for firms tackling leadership, organizational change, and social justice challenges. His research analyzes institutional conflict, the roles of status and reputation, and the importance of self-awareness for exceptional leadership.