Highlights from 2014
About
DishCourse is a unique experience that stimulates dialogue around some of the most pressing issues facing the marketing industry by bringing together senior leaders to dine at a secret location, announced only days prior to event. For one evening, boundaries are unrecognized, conversation is unabashed, and the food is unapologetic. The menu for the evening was full of surprises, with an emphasis on meticulously presented seafood. Guests sat around the table, offered informal introductions, and dove into a lively discussion on “The Internet of Things.”
- Date
- September 16, 2014 7:00 PM
- Location
- Hélène Larochelle's private residence.
- Price
- Invite only
Our Chef
Leonie Lilla
Chef de Cuisine, Farmer's Daughter Eatery
Exceeding Expectations
Leonie Lilla was born and raised in Switzerland. After completing a 3-year culinary arts apprenticeship in Montreaux and gaining valuable experience at the Hotel Beau-Rivage Palace in Ouchy Switzerland, she left to pursue an international career that included stops in parts of Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, and finally Canada.
She has enjoyed working in some of Toronto’s top kitcheds including Momofuku Diasho and Auberge du Pommier. She joined Darcy McDonnell of Farmhouse Tavern as chef de cuisine at the Farmers Daughters Eatery.
Our Host
Hélène Larochelle
VP Creative Director, FleishmanHillard
Hélène is the Co-Founder & Creative Director of DishCourse, and has over 15 years worth of digital & design experience. She has held senior positions and led creative teams at notable advertising agencies such as RMG Connect, J.Walter Tompson, DraftFCB and Cheil Canada. She has conceptualized and executed award-winning creative mandates for clients such as HSBC, Nestle, Kelloggs, SickKids, Nokia, Walmart, SC Johnson, Kraft, Samsung & Harlequin. DishCourse has been a passion project and she looks forward to seeing it grow.
The Guests
Stephen Jurisic
Founding Partner & ECD, john st.
About Stephen
Steven has been leading teams and providing creative solutions for brands like Nutella, Tetley, and Heinz at the award-winning john st. for over a decade.
Steve Miller
SVP Creative Director, OneMethod
About Steve
Steve is an award-winning creative director who has worked with brands like Chrysler, Pepsi, Campbell’s, Nokia, Nestle and Google. At DishCourse he discussed how change takes effort - more thinking, typically more stress, and a lot more time.
Vanda Provato
VP Marketing & Category, Second Cup
About Vanda
From award-winning agencies like DDB to global companies like AOL, Vanda has extensive strategic and operational experience leading communications teams.
Peter Grimaldi
Creative Strategist, Facebook
About Peter
With over fifteen years in the industry, Peter has carved out a discipline around multi-channel brand marketing; one that leverages strategic insights to craft unique content that gets consumers engaged with brands.
Judy John
CEO & CCO, Leo Burnett Canada
About Judy
Judy sits on the Leo Burnett Worldwide Creative Council. Under her direction, Leo Burnett Toronto has been recognized globally, winning at virtually every show.
Camille Kiffer
Vice President, Consumer Digital Channels, Rogers
About Camille
As a digital business transformation expert and strategic thought leader, Camille brings 15+ years of leading performance and cultural acceleration.
Mark T. Phillips
Director, Business Development & Strategic Partnerships, JWT
About Mark T.
One of Marketing Magazine’s Top 30 Under 30, Mark is equal parts relationship builder, salesman, strategic marketer, and cross-functional maestro.
Leslie Root
SVP, Marketing, TJX
About Leslie
Leslie’s leadership and marketing expertise has guided her through the ranks at places like BBDO. She now leads an integrated marketing team at TJX Canada.