ECIA’s Executive Conference Committee announces that the closing keynote for the October conference will be Alain Hunkins, whose work ‘sits at the intersection of strategy, culture, and execution – where leadership makes or breaks results.’
The ECIA Executive Conference is the premier event for industry executives. The conference is specifically tailored for senior management and executives in the industry’s leading companies. The date for the 2025 Executive Conference is October 19-21st, 2025 at a new location, the Westin O’Hare Hotel.
Alain Hunkins is a Forbes contributor, leadership strategist, and author of the bestselling Cracking the Leadership Code: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders. With over 25 years of experience, Hunkins has worked with more than 3,000 teams and leaders at organisations like Walmart, Pfizer, Citigroup, GE, and Microsoft – helping them improve performance, communication, and collaboration. Blending behavioural science, real-world storytelling, and actionable tools, Hunkins equips leaders to drive meaningful change that lasts.
“Strategies for effective leadership are critical during times of disruption,” commented Stephanie Tierney, ECIA Director of Member Engagement. “Alain Hunkins’ approach will give our senior level attendees tools for inspiring their teams with purpose and connection. As the Committee continues to add speakers and topics that align with the member surveys and attendee feedback from last year, we expect to deliver another outstanding, must-attend conference.”
