IFL Leadership Dinner w/ James Castle, CEO Terranova Aerospace & Defense Group

Networking & speaker session with a full dinner included. Secure your seat now! Only 20 open spots are available for this private gathering.**

Join IFL Toronto on March 24th, as we bring together 35 of Canada's next generation of leaders for an intimate discussion on securing the next era of domestic and global defence.

Speaker Bio:

James Castle is a global authority in advanced security systems, serving as Founder and Global Chairperson of Terranova Aerospace and Defense Group and Global Chairperson of the Cyber Security Global Alliance. His work focuses on securing the convergence of artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and autonomous and uncrewed systems across defense, critical infrastructure, and civil applications.

Under Castle’s leadership, Terranova operates internationally at the intersection of AI assurance, quantum resilient security architectures, and drone and robotics systems, supporting governments, industry, and academic partners on safeguarding next-generation technologies before they are widely deployed. His teams specialize in building security by design frameworks that anticipate system misuse rather than reacting to failure.

Castle also leads global initiatives on AI trust governance, quantum safe communications, and responsible autonomy, shaping workforce development and cross-border standards through the CSGA Cyber AI Research Institute and the Center for the Safety of Artificial Intelligence. His work emphasizes human-centric security, ethical deployment, and operational resilience in environments where AI decision making, quantum systems, and autonomous platforms increasingly intersect.

A frequent advisor and speaker, James Castle is recognized for translating complex emerging technologies into actionable security strategies that protect societies while enabling innovation at scale.

Topics of Discussion:
AI, quantum computing, and autonomous systems in a changing security landscape.

This intimate dinner offers a rare opportunity to engage directly with peers and thought leaders, exchange bold ideas, and gain insights to lead with greater impact in times of transformation.

Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – Doors open for Networking | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM - Event
Venue: JOEY Eaton Centre Event Space, 1 Dundas St. W, Toronto, ON
Dress Code: Business Casual
Audience: 30 emerging leaders aged 25–39
Guest Policy: This is a private event, but we welcome referrals of like-minded young leaders who embody the spirit of IFL.
How to buy your ticket? RSVP to purchase directly on this page.

*By purchasing a ticket, attendees agree to be photographed at the event, and photographs that may be posted on IFL Toronto social media channels