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Brett Hendrie

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Director, Strategic Events | Host, Visiting Experts podcast at University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
📍 Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Brett Hendrie is the Director of Strategic Events at the Rotman School of Management, where he leads the school’s thought-leadership event portfolio. He previously spent 20 years at Hot Docs, North Americas largest documentary festival, serving as Executive Director and overseeing its significant growth. He is an alumnus of the University of Toronto and Stanford Universitys Impact Program.

Outside of his professional life, Brett is a concerned parent navigating the challenges of childrens screen time and technology habits. He is a recognized community contributor, having received the University of Torontos Arbor Award for his sustained volunteer contributions. He has also served on the Hart House Film Board.

As Executive Director, Brett grew the Hot Docs festival to a record-high audience of over 228, 000 people.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Director, Strategic Events | Host, Visiting Experts podcast
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Thought Leadership
He curates and directs thought-leadership programs and events at Rotman, featuring global leaders to explore key issues facing business and society.
Documentary Film
Spent 20 years in leadership at Hot Docs, North America's largest documentary festival, significantly growing its audience and impact.
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Career

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3-2021
Director, Strategic Events | Host, Visiting Experts podcast
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
9-2022
Chief Content Officer (Consultancy)
CPE Studios
1-2021
Independent Consultant & Strategic Advisor
Self-employed
6-2013 - 3-2021
Executive Director
Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival
6-2013
Managing Director
Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival
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Education
Executive Leadership
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
Impact Program for Non-Profit Executives
Stanford University
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