Mark Rein, vice chairman and cofounder of Epic Games, is one of the most influential executives in the global video game industry, helping build Epic into a powerhouse behind the Unreal Engine and blockbuster franchises like Fortnite. After early roles in game publishing, Rein partnered with Tim Sweeney in the early 1990s, focusing on business development, publishing strategy, and developer relations while Sweeney led technology. Rein played a central role in Unreal Engine’s rise as the dominant game-development platform and in Epic’s challenge to traditional digital distribution models. Known for his outspoken advocacy for developers and platform fairness, he remains a defining figure in interactive entertainment.

Joseph Lubin, cofounder of Ethereum and founder of ConsenSys, is one of the most influential builders in the blockchain ecosystem, helping shape the technological and organizational foundations of Web3. After working in software engineering and finance, Lubin joined Vitalik Buterin in launching Ethereum, the decentralized platform that enabled smart contracts and sparked an entire generation of blockchain innovation. Through ConsenSys, he created a global venture studio and software company responsible for critical infrastructure such as MetaMask and Infura, powering millions of developers and users worldwide. Known for his vision of decentralized networks and digital sovereignty, Lubin remains one of Web3’s most enduring evangelists and architects.

Barry Zekelman, executive chairman and CEO of Zekelman Industries, leads North America’s largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer, a company he and his family built into a dominant force in the industrial and construction supply chain. After taking over the business at a young age following his father’s passing, Zekelman expanded the company through bold acquisitions, vertical integration, and major investments in advanced U.S. manufacturing. Known for his outspoken advocacy of domestic industry and blue-collar jobs, he has positioned Zekelman Industries as a key supplier to infrastructure, energy, and commercial projects across the continent.

Patrick Dovigi, founder, president, and CEO of GFL Environmental, has built one of North America’s fastest-growing waste management and environmental services companies. Starting GFL in 2007 with a single truck operation, he executed an aggressive consolidation and acquisition strategy that transformed the business into a multibillion-dollar green-branded powerhouse operating across Canada and the United States. Known for his dealmaking acumen, entrepreneurial intensity, and distinctive “Green For Life” vision, Dovigi has reshaped the competitive landscape of waste collection, recycling, and infrastructure services while maintaining one of the industry’s most recognizable consumer-facing brands.

Garrett Camp, Canadian entrepreneur and investor, is best known as the cofounder of Uber and the founder of startup studio Expa. Before reshaping urban transportation with Uber, Camp created StumbleUpon, the pioneering web discovery platform acquired by eBay in 2007. At Uber, his vision helped scale the company from a niche car service into a global ride-hailing giant operating in hundreds of cities. Through Expa, he continues to back and build innovative startups, cementing his reputation as a tech visionary with a knack for disruptive ideas.

David Baszucki s a Canadian‑American entrepreneur, software engineer, and inventor. He co-founded Roblox Corporation in 2004 and has led as CEO since its 2006 launch. Previously, he founded Knowledge Revolution—creator of Interactive Physics, sold to MSC Software—and later funded early startups like Friendster. A pioneer of user‑generated content and the metaverse, Baszucki also champions research via the Baszucki Brain Research Fund. 

Boliang Lou is a Chinese-American entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of Pharmaron, a leading global contract research and development firm in pharma services established in 2003. A PhD in organic chemistry and former research head at Advanced SynTech, Lou expanded Pharmaron into a multinational enterprise recognized for innovation (e.g., Beijing Overseas Returnee Entrepreneur awards) and strategic partnerships in biotech. 

Aubrey Chernick is a Canadian‑born entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded Candle Corporation (creator of the Omegamon mainframe-monitoring platform) and later developed cybersecurity firms NC4 and Celerium. After selling Candle to IBM in 2004, he has championed youth education, digital inclusion, and tech-driven social impact through the Candle Foundation and Chernick family initiatives.

Apoorva Mehta is a Canadian‑American entrepreneur and billionaire who founded Instacart in 2012, turning a class‑action startup into North America’s leading grocery delivery platform. After stepping down as CEO in 2021 and exiting entirely in 2023 with a ~10 % stake, he launched Cloud Health Systems, applying tech savvy to healthcare.

Alex Shevchenko is the co-founder of Grammarly, the AI-powered writing assistant used by millions worldwide. With a background in computer science and a passion for language, Shevchenko helped build one of the most successful Ukrainian-founded tech companies, revolutionizing digital communication through intelligent writing tools. His work bridges technology and human expression at scale.

Alan Zekelman is a Canadian-American industrialist and executive at Zekelman Industries, one of North America’s largest steel pipe and tube manufacturers. As part of the Zekelman family enterprise, he has played a key role in expanding the company’s reach across infrastructure, construction, and energy sectors.

Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, is a Chinese-Canadian billionaire and the founder and former CEO of Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Known for his influential role in the cryptocurrency industry, Zhao has significantly impacted the digital financial landscape.

David Thomson is the Chairman of Thomson Reuters, a global leader in news and information services. As the 3rd Baron Thomson of Fleet, he is part of the Thomson family, known for their significant influence in the media industry. He is one of the wealthiest individuals in Canada and a prominent figure in global business.

Elon Musk, a visionary entrepreneur and tech innovator, has reshaped industries with ventures like SpaceX and Tesla, balancing bold ambitions with controversial public presence and philanthropic efforts.