AGM 2024 Registration Package Members EN

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Invitation

Dear Castle Member,

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nclosed you will find registration

and excitement for the entire family. The Castle360

details for the 2024 Castle Building

education platform will return with more thought-

Centres Group Annual General Meeting

provoking business sessions on relevant topics

being held April 3rd to April 6th, 2024,

from industry leading experts and an unforgettable

in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Keynote address.

We are excited to be welcoming our valued

Castle’s AGM continues to grow year-after-year with

Shareholders and their families back to another

a format that encourages Shareholders to interact

memorable event and as always, Castle has an

and engage with their Castle Vendor Partners while

action-packed event planned at the award-winning

enjoying an educational and relaxing event with

JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa. The resort

colleagues, family, and friends. Please ensure that

offers a tranquil haven, a short drive away from the

you register early so you don’t miss out on what

energy of the Las Vegas Strip.

continues to be the premier event in the building

Here in this luxury oasis, you will find a peaceful

supply industry.

retreat away from the hustle and bustle where you

We hope you will join us once again for the 2024

can enjoy the company of acquaintances new and

Castle AGM in Las Vegas, Nevada.

old at Castle’s annual event. The AGM delivers the perfect blend of education, relationship building

Ken Jenkins, President & CEO

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GET

Acquainted EVENING

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CASTLE CIRQUE NUIT If you love Cirque du Soleil, then you will love “Castle Cirque Nuit”, a cirque-themed get-acquainted evening of mixing and mingling with fellow attendees, as you enjoy a variety of dazzling performances throughout the evening on Pool Deck and the Lodge at the Lawn. Guests will enjoy gourmet cuisine, a DJ playing contemporary music, and games for the entire family.

For those who enjoy a good cigar, there will also be a premium outdoor cigar rolling lounge on site for our distinguished guests.

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KEYNOTE

Speaker

DR. HAYLEY WICKENHEISER FOUR-TIME OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST MEMBER OF THE HOCKEY HALL OF FAME Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser is considered one of the

two sports as she also competed in softball at the 2000

best female hockey players in the world. Seven world

Games. In 2014, Wickenheiser was Canada’s official flag

championships, six Olympic appearances, five Olympic

bearer at the Sochi Olympics and she also served on the

medals — she is a titan of sport and a leader both on and

International Olympic Committee’s Athletes Commission.

off the ice. Today, Wickenheiser is the assistant general manager of player development for the Toronto Maple Leafs as well as a community leader, medical doctor, and businesswoman who inspires audiences to give their best in everything they do.

A first-ballot Hockey Hall of Fame inductee, Wickenheiser’s hockey IQ is highly respected in both the male and female game. She made hockey history as the first female player to notch a point in a men’s professional game and as the first woman in history to play in or coach at four NHL development camps with the Philadelphia Flyers, the Edmonton Oilers, and the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Wickenheiser is currently the Assistant General Manager of Player Development for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

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In 2017, Wickenheiser announced her retirement from the National Women’s Team. In addition to her work with the Leafs, she is now a medical doctor practicing family and emergency medicine — a pursuit she has dreamt of her whole life. She is also a bestselling author having released her first book Over the Board: Lessons from the Ice in 2021.

Wickenheiser has earned many accolades throughout her career, including being named on Sports Illustrated’s “Top 25 Toughest Athletes in the World” and twice named to their “Power 50 in Sports” list. She is also one of QMI Agency’s “Top 10 Greatest Female Athletes in the History of Sports”, a member of the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame, one of Canada’s “Top 40 Under 40”, and an inductee in both Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame and Canada’s Walk of

Wickenheiser’s ascent to the top of her sport started in

Fame. In 2014, Wickenheiser was awarded Canada’s highest

Shaunavon, Saskatchewan where at age 15 she became

honour when she was appointed to the Order of Canada in

the youngest member chosen for the Canadian Women’s

recognition of her athletic achievements and contributions

National Team. Her Olympic career spanned 23 years and

to the growth of women’s hockey.

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BUSINESS

Session

SPEAKER

RON TITE PURPOSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP AND MARKETING EXPERT Relevant, engaging, and interactive, Ron Tite exceeds

Marketing Awards, to name just a few. He also hosts

expectations every time he takes the stage. Named

Church+State’s Canadian Podcast Award-winning

one of the “Top 10 Creative Canadians” by Marketing

series, “The Coup”.

Magazine, he’s an award-winning advertising writer and creative director who has worked with some of the world’s most respected brands, including Air France, Evian, Hershey, Kraft, Intel, Microsoft, and Volvo.

Addressing a variety of topics surrounding leadership, corporate strategy, and creativity, Tite’s presentations are not only information-packed but also infused with his unique humour.

Tite is the founder of Church+State, a content marketing agency based in Toronto. His work has been recognized

by The London International Advertising Awards, The New York Festivals of Advertising, The Crystals, The Extras, The Canadian Marketing Association, and The

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In addition, Tite is the executive producer and host of the Canadian Comedy Award-winning show Monkey Toast, and, in partnership with CBC Radio’s hit show This is That, the publisher of the award-winning and bestselling humour book, This is That Travel Guide to Canada. He has also written for several television series; penned a children’s book; and wrote, performed, and produced the play, The Canadian Baby Bonus.

Tite is also a bestselling author of two books: Everyone’s An Artist (Or At Least They Should Be) and Think. Do. Say.: Building Personal and Organizational Momentum in a Busy, Busy World.

BUSINESS

Session

SPEAKER

MARK MATTHEWS BIG WAVE SURFER, RED BULL ATHLETE AND SURF CONTEST DIRECTOR As a world class big wave surfer, Red Bull Athlete

From Google, Sony, Intel, to MasterCard, he instantly

and Surf Contest Director Mark Mathews has become

captures audiences with his epic tales and spectacular

obsessed with the relationship between personal

big wave surf vision.

growth, high performance and fulfilment.

His compelling story offers game changing tips

Winner of an unprecedented 3 back to back Oakley Big

to adapt to stress, harness resilience and perform

Wave Awards, Mark has cemented himself as one of the

when it counts. He has deconstructed, fine-tuned,

best big wave surfers in the world.

and personalised emotional resilience techniques to

As a highly sought after international speaker, Mathews’ surfer chill vibe and magnetic charisma, has graced the

successfully strengthen ones mindset and sustain long term performance.

stages of leading companies worldwide.

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FUN

Night

ILLUMINARIUM & LIFTOFF AT AREA15 Get ready for some of the best excitement that Vegas has to offer at the Castle Fun Night! The group will travel to Area15 where you will experience sensory overload in the best way possible. Our first stop is the mind-blowing and wonderous world of the Illuminarium where you will be transported through a sensory experience of sight and sound like no other.

Adjacent to the Illumarium you will find LIFTOFF where guests will “Imbibe & Ride” If you dare brave LIFTOFF’s guardian, Gilly, you’ll break the barriers between land and sky. Brave Castle attendees will step into the helix for an open-air balloon ride taking you up 130-feet high. At its apex, you’ll behold an extraordinary, 360-degree view of the Las Vegas Strip and vistas far and wide.

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FUN

Day

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GOLF AT TPC LAS VEGAS Castle will be hosting our annual AGM Golf Tournament at the highly acclaimed TPC Las Vegas golf course. The course has some of the richest PGA TOUR history in all of Las Vegas with many of the world’s best golfers and major title winners having graced the fairways of the TPC Las Vegas.

The course will offer our guests the opportunity to put their skills to the test on these uniquely challenging fairways and experience PGA TOUR-quality standards while taking in the picturesque views.

The TPC Las Vegas golf course offers an incomparable level of play and challenge for every skill set and the championship golf course designed by acclaimed architect Bobby Weed and World Golf Hall of Famer Raymond Floyd, is commonly referred to as “desert elegance.”

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FUN

Day

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PINK JEEP TOURS Are you ready to explore the adventure awaiting off

Awaiting you near the end of your tour, the Calico

the Vegas strip? Then you are ready for the Pink Jeep

Hills are truly a grand finale. These rock formations

Tours excursion to Red Rock Canyon. Encompassing

are ancient sand dunes with fossils of animals and

about 197,000 acres, the area features a wide range

plants preserved within their layers. Depending on

of ecosystems, wildlife and multicolored views. The

the time of day, you’ll see why these hills are named

stunning landscape will take your breath away as

“Calico;” a kaleidoscope of pinks, reds and oranges

you explore area known as the Wilson Cliffs which

shift with the changing light.

are 3,000 feet high and are a popular hiking and climbing destination and the towering walls which were the perfect canvas for tribal artwork.

Before ending your incredible day, you’ll stop at additional overlooks to see all the landmarks from your tour. This beautiful Southwest adventure will

Home to an impressive array of plants and wildlife,

leave you with incredible photos and memories to

The Spring Mountains’ rich biodiversity thrives thanks

last a lifetime.

to nearby springs that give the mountains their name surrounded by ponderosa pines and hundreds of plant species.

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FUN

Day

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LIP-SMACKING FOODIE TOUR If you are a Foodie at heart and love to sample cuisine then you are going to love the Lip-Smacking Foodie Tour in old Las Vegas. The tour offers the most unique, award-winning food experiences imaginable, experiences that are near-impossible to duplicate. The unique dining experience will offer AGM guests an array of foods, cuisines, and atmospheres in the newly revitalized booming downtown area that boasts the city’s most dynamic food scene with chef-driven restaurants focused on original, seasonal, and farm-to-table fare.

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FUN

Day

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SPA DAY AT THE JW If rest and relaxation is your cup of tea, then Castle

NAIL TREATMENTS

has a special option for your Fun day experience.

Choose from a variety of manicure or pedicure

RELAX, RESTORE & RENEW at SPA AQUAE and

services with Spa Aquae expert nail technicians.

enjoy a sense of renewal.

Treatment finishes with your choice of colour and a

AGM guests will be offered one spa service of their choice at the exclusive Spa Aquae in the JW Marriott

moisturizing massage with nourishing cuticle oil.

25-80 Minutes

Las Vegas Resort Spa. Choose from a variety of

HAIR & MAKE UP SERVICES

treatment options scheduled at your preferred time

Guests can choose from an expert wash & blowout or

of day.

make-up artistry from one of the spa’s skilled stylists.

CUSTOM MASSAGE

45 Minutes

A relaxing massage completely tailored to the your

Guests will also have the option to experience the

individual needs.

newly renovated co-ed Hydrotherapy Circuit pool

50 Minutes

and lounge along with a healthy gourmet lunch

CUSTOM FACIAL

following your treatment.

A personalized therapeutic facial experience tailored to your personal regimen.

50 Minutes

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FAREWELL

Evening

RECEPTION & DINNER As we prepare to say Farewell to another epic Castle experience, we invite AGM guests to join us for our Farewell evening.

The event will commence on Valencia Patio for cocktails as we watch the sunset in the horizon. Following the cocktail party, attendees will gather in the Valencia Ballroom for a 1960’s themed Las Vegas gala, and the highly anticipated keynote from Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser.

We will take you back to Vegas origins and the sights and sounds found at The Sands Hotel Las Vegas with our special musical guest “Rat Pack is Back”. You will be greeted by the lovely “Jubilee” Vegas showgirls for a special Photo Op and the Rat Pack will also be on hand for a meet and greet at the cocktail reception.

Once seated, a gourmet plated dinner will be served as we get ready to welcome the Rack Pack is Back to the stage for an unforgettable finale to the 2024 Castle Annual General Meeting.

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Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser

AGENDA

Overview

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WEDNESDAY APRIL 3

THURSDAY APRIL 4

Registration & Welcome Reception The Lodge at the Lawn

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Breakfast Grand Ballroom A

6:30 AM - 8:30 AM

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Business Sessions Grand Ballroom C

8:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Castle Cirque Nuit Pool Deck and the Lodge at the Lawn

Lunch Valencia Ballroom

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Fun Night Illuminarium & LIFTOFF at Area15

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

FRIDAY APRIL 5

SATURDAY APRIL 6

FUN

Day

Fun Day - Choice of Activity: Golf at TPC Las Vegas

7:00 AM breakfast, 8:30 AM shotgun 6:45 AM - 7:45 AM revolving shuttle

Pink Jeep Tours

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (jeeps pick up from hotel)

Lip-Smacking Foodie Tours

11:00 AM – 2:30 PM (bus pickup from hotel)

Day at the Spa at JW Marriott

Individual Appointment Times Starting at 8:00 AM

Breakfast Grand Ballroom A

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Annual General Meeting Castle Members Grand Ballroom C & Corridor

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Farewell Evening Reception Valencia Patio

4:45 PM - 5:30 PM

Keynote Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Plated Dinner Valencia Ballroom

7:00 PM

Rack Pack is Back

8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

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