Digital Journal sets sights on becoming Canada’s premier thought leadership platform with launch of Insight Forum
13 Mayo 2024 - 11:01AM
One of Canada’s largest independent media companies, Digital
Journal, today announced the launch of a new national thought
leadership platform for Canadians.
The Insight Forum (IF) is designed to empower Canadian
innovators and thought leaders, offering a unique opportunity for
professionals to share their expertise and insights.
Thought leadership provides a platform for individuals or
organizations to establish credibility, influence industry trends,
and drive innovation through insightful perspectives and expertise.
In the B2B space, thought leadership is crucial for building trust,
showcasing industry knowledge, and guiding potential clients
through complex purchasing decisions.
Thought leadership has become a critical part of how
organizations approach storytelling, advocacy, talent attraction,
and influence customers.
A recent study by LinkedIn and Edelman shows that 90% of
decision-makers and the c-suite say they are moderately or very
likely to be more receptive to sales or marketing outreach from a
company that consistently produces high-quality thought leadership.
In addition, more than half of decision-makers (52%) and more than
half of c-suite executives (54%) spend an hour or more on average
per week reading thought-leadership content.
Digital Journal’s Insight Forum (IF) is a subscription-based
platform that provides thought leaders with a dedicated space to
publish monthly features on topics ranging from technology and
business, to investing, energy transition, talent management and
more. Reaching more than 1.5 million readers per month, Digital
Journal offers amplification and exposure for thought leaders
looking to engage with decision-makers across various
industries.
“We’re launching the Insight Forum in Canada to fill a gap with
B2B thought leadership,” says Digital Journal CEO, Chris Hogg.
“We’ve talked to consultants, agency leaders, technologists,
investors, entrepreneurs, economic development leaders, and more
across Canada about how they share their thought leadership. One
thing we’ve heard consistently is that leaders are missing a place
to get their voice out to large audiences who want to understand
how things are changing across industries. We aim to fill that void
with IF, and we’re excited to welcome leaders from across the
country to take part.”
At launch, IF welcomes 18 thought leaders from across Canada,
each offering expertise and unique perspectives from different
industries. These thought leaders are joining IF to expand their
reach, engage with the Canadian innovation ecosystem, and leverage
Digital Journal's extensive platform.
At launch, members include:
- Daniel Hengeveld, Vice President, Investment Attraction,
Toronto Global
- Marcus Daniels, Founding Partner & CEO, HIGHLINE Beta
- Tamara Woolgar, Executive Director, The A100
- Tyler Chisholm, CEO, clearmotive marketing group
- Dr. Lauren Dwyer, Professor, Mount Royal
- Sabrina Sullivan, Founder, by + by foresight
- Charles Buchanan, Founder and CEO, Technology Helps
- Sheri Moore, Partner and Creative Director, Moore Carlyle
Consulting & MCC Destination Management
- Claire Poole, CEO, CLAIRIFY Communications
- Marissa McNeelands, Founder & CEO, TOAST
- Colleen Pound, CEO, Proxure
- Tracey Bodnarchuk, CEO, Canada Powered by Women
- April Hicke, Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer, TOAST
- Emily Ptak, Founder + Principal, Ptak & Co
- Sarah Coleman, Editor-in-Chief of ACCELERATE
- Scott King, Digital Strategist
- Susan Elliot, Marketing Strategist
- Prieeyya Kaur Kesh, Founder, Our Wave
"I've worked with Digital Journal for years, and the platform is
a game-changer for awareness and reach,” said Claire Poole, CEO of
CLAIRIFY Communications. “I’ve worked with clients in agriculture,
energy, and construction who have leveraged Digital Journal, and
I've had so many doors open as a result. I'd absolutely recommend
joining the Insight Forum."
With a diverse lineup of thought leaders and a commitment to
promoting thought leadership in Canada, Digital Journal’s Insight
Forum promises to be a dynamic platform for sharing ideas, sparking
conversations, and driving positive change.
For more information about the Insight Forum and how to become a
member, visit if.digitaljournal.com
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/4470b7be-bd27-4c5b-959e-9b990a4d26f8
Chris Hogg
insightforum@digitaljournal.com