The Mayor’s Breakfast is one of our most popular events, bringing together the region’s top business, community, and political leaders. This monthly event features valuable networking opportunities, a City Hall update from the Mayor, and high-profile speakers addressing issues that are vital to our city, province and country. Join us and stay informed on key issues impacting the prosperity of our city and get connected with Ottawa’s business community.

Agenda:
7:00 a.m. – Networking and Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – Update from City Hall + Fireside Chat
9:00 a.m. – Event Conclusion

Special Guest: Jeffrey (Jeff) Maddox, President of Nokia Canada Inc.

Jeff Maddox is the President of Nokia Canada, where he leads the commercial strategy and market operations for the company’s end-to-end telecommunications portfolio. A graduate of McMaster University’s Electrical Engineering program in 1995, Jeff’s career began in R&D at Bell Northern Research and Nortel before he spent two decades in executive leadership roles with Cisco Systems across North America.

Now approaching his sixth year at the helm of Nokia Canada, Jeff brings over 30 years of experience to navigating the challenges of modern connectivity and the current AI supercycle.

Outside of his role at Nokia, he is a prominent voice in the Canadian tech ecosystem, serving as Board Chair for the Canadian Telecommunications Association and a Director for NPower Canada.

Based in Oakville, Ontario, Jeff is an active mentor to young professionals and a dedicated supporter of his son’s competitive hockey career.