The Happiest Happy Hour

​Join us for an evening of connection, conversation and curiosity at The Happiest Happy Hour. 

​Enjoy a beverage while hearing from Dr. Gillian Mandich, who will share insights from her 2025 Camp re:Connect keynote, The Truth About Happiness: Evidence vs, Illusion. In a culture shaped by curated lives and constant comparison, Dr. Gillian Mandich explores what the science of happiness really tells us and how we can build genuine well being in our work and lives. 

​This event offers a preview of the kind of ideas and conversations the marketing industry can expect from Camp re:Connect. Expect evidence based insights, thoughtful discussion and plenty of opportunities to meet new industry people in a relaxed, happy hour setting. 

​Enjoy some snacks and bevies, meet someone new and leave with a fresh perspective on the connections between happiness and our industry.

​Schedule:

​6:00pm - 6:30pm | Welcome & grab a drink or snack

​6:30pm - 7:00pm | Dr. Gillian Mandich presents The Truth About Happiness: Evidence vs Illusion

​7:00pm - 7:15pm | Q & A with Dr. Gillian Mandich

​7:15pm - 9:00pm | Networking

​Speaker Bio:

​Dr. Gillian Mandich is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba and holds a PhD in Health Science from Western University. She is a happiness researcher, educator, speaker, and author; founder of The International Happiness Institute; and co-lead investigator of the Happiness at Work Study with the Mental Health Association. Named one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women’s Executive Network, she shares evidence-informed strategies to support well-being through regular appearances in national and international media.