We connect great people with great events.

About Big Picture Conferences

At Big Picture Conferences (BPC), we believe connection gives people meaning and purpose in their lives. We love to make connections happen by creating the events you love to attend. We are dedicated to the production of annual conferences and networking events for the Canadian hospitality industry. BPC delivers “turnkey” events by developing program content, organizing quality speakers, and coordinating marketing services while managing venue arrangements, registrations, and finances.

Big Picture Conferences

56 The Esplanade, Suite 509
Toronto, ON  M5E 1A7

Phone: (416) 924-2002
Toll Free: 1 (866) 887-4453

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AMANDA DUVALL
Accounting Manager

In her ten years with Big Picture Conferences, Amanda is responsible for all internal accounting, merchant processes and event reconciliation. Past office management experience with HLT Advisory Inc.

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STEPHANIE GADBOIS
Managing Director

Stephanie Gadbois, brings more than 15 years of trade show and event experience to Big Picture Conferences.  She has built and managed some of Canada’s leading B2B trade shows and events in both association and corporate sectors.  Stephanie is a proud CEM and an active member of the Canadian Association of Exposition Management.   Stephanie oversees the day to...

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HANNAH PATTISON
Senior Event Manager

Hannah Pattison, brings international experience managing meetings, consumer events, conferences and incentive travel, in both the association and corporate sectors. Hannah also has a background in art and design and experience teaching which she combines with a passion for problem solving and providing great customer service. Hannah’s past experience includes working for the European team of MPI (Meeting Professionals...

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Volunteer Opportunities

Big Picture Conferences (BPC) gives students and recent graduates with hospitality, event management, and related backgrounds the opportunity to be involved in first-class conferences. Volunteers dedicate their time to helping make sure that each conference is a success. They have the chance to network and learn while being part of the “behind the scenes” excitement during the conference.

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  • It was truly great to be involved in the conference and there were many significant learning opportunities.
    Jun Colin CampbellHotel and Food Administration Program, University of Guelph
  • I truly enjoyed every moment of the experience. Assisting the delegates was truly fulfilling as well as the opportunity to reconnect with my industry partners!
    Melissa McQueenHospitality & Tourism Operations Management (Post Graduate), Humber College
  • I thoroughly enjoyed myself, had the opportunity to listen to a few great speakers, and met some wonderful people.
    Sheryl BruggelingEvent Management Post-Grad Student, Niagara College
  • Your leadership throughout the 3 day event assisted me in further development to pursue my career in meeting planning as well as my ability to manage tasks on-site and my group volunteers
    Farah Siddiqui Special Events Program, George Brown College