The Westin Calgary
Join up to 450 people in Calgary at the Spark Business Leaders Conference on May 27th and 28th, 2026 and make the most of all you put into your business for legacy, impact, vitality, and life.
In conjunction with LeaderImpact, a ministry of Power to Change, we’re inviting you to a deeply invigorating experience that infuses the Gospel into your leadership, your money, and your success.
Why am I here? Who do I serve: myself or God? What is my purpose? And what will my platform be?We are focusing on sparking a movement in Canada of gospel patronage and marketplace ministry.
At Spark, the talks and mastermind workshops are motivational and practical, led by world-class entrepreneurs and philanthropists:
Shift your hearts relationship with money in service to God and break free of the lifestyle trap Steward your assets, wealth, and energy with a Gospel heart in a culture that prizes ego and self-idolatry Set your business up to balance ambition, drive, and growth with generosity, humility, grace, and family Elevate your leadership by recognizing you are second in command of your business—with God as the CEO We want to see leaders in the Church go from chasing the secular "Success to Significance" glide path, to the next level of Submission, Stewardship, Servanthood, and Surrender.
The business, philanthropic, and faith leaders at Spark are our proving ground. Together we’ll form a cohort of possibility and potential, encouraging each other in community.
Founder and Chairman of Capital III, Founder of Enterprise Stewardship, Owner at Electrex, Inc. and Seat King
Former MP & Leader of the Opposition, Former Minister of International Trade, Minister of Public Safety
Co-Founders and Integrator at VAUSA, Army Ranger Veteran (Brett)
Founder and President of the Ezra Institute for Contemporary Christianity
Animator, Illustrator, Writer, Producer, Director, Co-Founders at Hartman House
Campus Pastor - CPC and Men's Discipleship Director at Summit Church Capital Hills Campus, NC
On stage, at the table, and in practical, firelighting conversations, our Facilitators have deep experience rallying like-minded people and making the most of our time together.
Our MC – Stanley Cup Winning Hockey Player from the Anaheim Ducks and owner of EOS Atlantic
Director of Development at Teen Challenge Canada
Former MP & Leader of the Opposition, Former Minister of International Trade, Minister of Public Safety
Visionary, President of Eastport Financial Group, Founder of Fathers For Fathers
Head of Conference, VP of Marketing at Eastport Financial Group, The Contact - alternative rock music ministry
Conference Support, Director - Resources & Development at LeaderImpact
Conference Support, Executive Assistant at Eastport Financial Group
Conference Support, Administrative Assistant, Eastport Financial Group
Major Contributor, Executive Director at LeaderImpact
Major Contributor, Marketing & Resource Manager at LeaderImpact
Conference Support, Director of Alberta at LeaderImpact
Conference Support, National Director of Kingdom Advisors for Canada
Conference Support, Principal & Dealing Representative at Trinity Family Wealth Advisors
Conference Support, Owner, Portfolio Manager, and Wealth Advisor at Activate Wealth
Conference Support, Owner, Insurance Advisor at Activate Insurance
| TIME | ACTIVITY | PROGRAM | SPEAKERS |
|---|---|---|---|
| WEDNESDAY MAY 27 |  |
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| 8:30am |  |
Welcome, Morning Worship, & Spark Purpose Intro | Joe DiPenta, Joy Robinson, Jonathan Lewis |
| 8:50am |  |
The Theological Importance of Marketplace Ministry | Dr. Rev Joe Boot |
| 9:30am | |
Three forms of Capital: Economic, Social & Spiritual Capital and Their Importance | Pete Ochs |
| 10:15am |  |
Coffee, Tea, Snack Break | |
| 10:35am | |
Introduction to Gospel Patronage | Jennie Nadeau |
| 10:45am | |
History of Gospel Patronage: Humphrey Monmouth | John Rhinehart |
| 11:20am | |
Platforms and Kingdom Leadership | Kirk Cousins |
| 12:00pm |  |
Lunch & Networking | |
| 1:00pm | |
Worship and Callback | Joe DiPenta, Joy Robinson |
| 1:15pm | |
Holistic Engagement in Marketplace Ministry with Your Business | Brett & Mary Elaine Baker |
| 1:50pm | |
Winning in Business and Settling the Ownership Question Once and For All | Alan & Kathy Barnhart |
| 2:35pm | |
Coffee, Tea, Snack Break | |
| 2:55pm | |
Pressing Through the Pain and Letting Your Business Be a River for the Great Commission | John Davenport |
| 3:30pm | |
Art and Creativity as Worship | Butch & Julieann Hartman |
| 4:10pm | |
Coffee, Tea, Snack Break | |
| 4:20pm | |
Call to Action: Worship & Prayer | John Muller, Joy Robinson |
| 5:00pm | |
Break / Free Time / Networking | |
| 6:30pm | |
Welcome Reception | |
| 7:00pm | |
Dinner | |
| 7:30pm | |
Christian Nationalism vs Being Salt and Light: Why It’s Important to Know Our Lane | Stockwell Day |
| 8:15pm |  |
Day Concludes | |
| THURSDAY MAY 28 | |
Our mastermind sessions take you beyond inspiration—equipping you to answer God’s call and live out what you’ve learned with purpose. | |
| 7:30am |  |
Breakfast & Networking | |
| 9:00am |  |
Mastermind Session 1 | Business Leaders / Couples in Marketplace Ministry |
| 10:15am | |
Coffee, Tea, Snack Break | |
| 10:30am | |
Mastermind Session 2 | Professional Services / Theology of Marketplace Ministry / Business Leaders |
| 11:45am | |
Conference Concludes |
The Westin Calgary is our host hotel for Spark 2026—the ideal environment for comfort, collaboration, and concentrated time together. The Westin is conveniently located downtown near many of the city’s most celebrated restaurants, and within walking distance to beautiful river pathways. We’ll see you in Calgary at the city’s greatest homebase, matching Spark’s energy with the fresh air to invigorate your body and spirit.
Room serviceFitness roomPoolBusiness servicesOn-site restaurant
LeaderImpact helps leaders thrive professionally, personally, and spiritually for lasting impact.
Our Supporting Donors make Spark possible with their financial investment and so much more. They model generosity, add depth to our conversations, and serve as proof-of-concept that our businesses can be Gospel-led and thrive.
Our Benefactors are a cohort of philanthropists who lead the way to generous giving, inspiring us with their ministries and bridging generosity with business. They infuse the room with their faith and energy, inspiring us all.
Boost your brand awareness at the Spark Calgary Conference.