Thank you for helping us launch Work & Family with our first conference!

The Families That Work Conference helps busy parents thrive. We invite great speakers to talk about parenting and work-life balance, and set up a child-friendly event the whole family can enjoy.

At FTWC 2010, Mr. James Stenson truly inspired us, explaining how we can raise children to be proud of despite the toxic effects of our culture. Prof. Mireia Las Heras surprised us with the myths and truths of work-life balance.

Special thanks to sports anchor Damian Goddard who brightened our day as emcee! We’re also grateful to Hawthorn School staff who managed the on-site Children’s Program.

Guest Speakers

James Stenson is an educational expert and the author of many books on parenting including “Compass: A Handbook on Parent Leadership” and “Father: The Family Protector.” He spoke on balance within the family: how spouses can become more involved in the family project, and how to go from being a picnic family to a venture family. To learn more, visit his website at www.parentleadership.com. His books may be purchased online at www.primaryeducators.ca.


Prof. Mireia Las Heras is an author and the Academic Director at IESE Business School’s International Center for Work and Family in Barcelona (Spain). She spoke on balance within organizations: current trends in family-responsible organizations around the world, with a focus on North America, and useful insights from individuals who are able to integrate a great family life with a successful career.