Doug Stephen

With a career that spans from humble beginnings at Clear Lake’s Pizza Place to co-founding WOW! Hospitality Concepts Inc.— a company that now employs over 600 people across seven restaurants — Doug has shaped the food and hospitality landscape in Manitoba and beyond. As a long-time force in hospitality, Doug’s impact goes far beyond the kitchen. Over the last two decades, he has raised more than $5 million for local charities and served countless community organizations, while also driving substantial growth in Manitoba’s tourism sector and investing in employee training and development. Doug’s story is one of passion, perseverance and purpose and we can’t wait to hear the insights he’ll share on leadership, innovation and building a legacy in food and hospitality!