Appleby College Leadership Conference

Appleby College Leadership Conference (ACLC)

When we began planning Appleby College's fourth annual leadership conference, we took a step back and asked ourselves a simple but powerful question: What makes a leader? Better, what makes a great leader? With such variance in leadership styles and strategies, it's difficult to provide one single definition. As a group, we settled on a fundamental commonality among leaders: A desire to step further.

Every great leader's story begins with a decisive step into the unknown. This year's conference is an invitation to cross that threshold - to embrace challenges, spark change, and step boldly when it matters most. That's what led us to our motto: Step Boldly, Lead Bravely.

The goal of ACLC is to empower leaders of the future in order to make positive changes in their communities. We feel that our conference is designed to do just that: push the boundaries of what it means to lead, looking to the past for guidance, and to the future for inspiration. It is our hope that attendees are able to connect, interact and inspire others, preparing students of today to become the leaders of tomorrow.

We look forward to welcoming you on Saturday, November 22nd.

Step Boldly, Lead Bravely!

Jackson Bigler '26

Executive Director, ACLC

ACLC Registration Process

This year we have two options for registration.

If you are registering as an individual, please click here -> FORMS to complete your registrations.

If you are registering a group of students, please follow these steps:

Download this file -> EXCEL and fill in the required information for each of the students.
Upload the excel file to our bulk submission portal. Here -> SUBMISSION

To simplify payment for our members, ACLC is accepting e-transfers this year. This simple process will be outlined in the Invoice Email.

Not able to use e-transfer? You can also drop off a cheque at Appleby College during regular business hours – should include what these are. We are not accepting cheques by mail at this time due to the Canada Post delays.

After you complete the registration form, you will receive an email confirmation. Within two business days you will receive an invoice for payment, and instructions on making your payment to the Appleby College Business Office.

Questions on registration can be sent to ACLC@appleby.on.ca and you will receive a response within 1 Business Day.

Executive Bios

	Jackson Bigler - Executive Director Hi everyone! My name is Jackson Bigler, and I’m thrilled to serve as the Executive Director for the 2025-2026 Appleby College Leadership Conference! I am a Grade 12 student at Appleby College, and this is my sixth year here. When I'm not planning ACLC, you can find me working with the sustainability council, dancing and singing in the school musical, or spending time outside with my friends. I love to travel, learn languages, and taste all sorts of food from everywhere. I think everyone has unique talents that can make them exceptional leaders, and I'm so excited to help everybody's talents shine at ACLC this year. See you there!
	Anaya Malhotra - Assistant Executive Director Hi! My name is Anaya Malhotra. I'm a Grade 11 student, and I am honoured to be the Assistant ACLC Director this year. This is my second year helping plan ACLC and my 5th year at Appleby. In addition to helping to lead ACLC, you'll see me helping out with our school's international council and the Appleby College MUN Conference. I can't wait for all of you to experience the conference we have all been working so hard on!
	Polina Raileanu - Director of Marketing Hi everyone! My name is Polina Raileanu, and I am thrilled to serve as the Marketing Executive for this year’s Appleby College Leadership Conference. I am currently in Grade 11, and this is my third year being part of the ACLC team. Over the past few years, I’ve loved helping bring our conference to life and finding creative ways to share our vision with the Appleby community. Outside of ACLC, I am passionate about volleyball, and I enjoy staying active, exploring new places, and traveling whenever I can. I also love spending quality time with my family and friends, and trying new experiences whenever the opportunity arises. I’m so excited to be part of this amazing team, and I can’t wait to help make ACLC 2025 an unforgettable experience for everyone!
	Joshan Chopra - Director of Finance & Giving Hi everyone! My name is Joshan Chopra, and I am honoured to be this year’s Executive of Finance for the Appleby College Leadership Conference. I’m currently a Grade 11 student, and this is my second year being part of the ACLC team. Over the past year, I’ve gained so much from this experience, and I’m excited to take on a larger role this year by helping lead the financial side of the conference. Beyond ACLC, I’m involved in competitive sports, student council, and I enjoy exploring new projects in business and technology. Outside of school, I love spending time with friends, being active, and trying out new experiences. I’m so grateful to be working with such an incredible team this year, and I can’t wait to see you there!
	Kelly Zhu - Director of Research & Development Hi everyone! I am Kelly Zhu, and I am excited to serve as the Executive of Research and Development for this year's Appleby College Leadership Conference. I am currently a Grade 10 student and this is my second year in ACLC, where I've learnt to be myself and who I truly am. This is my second year at Appleby; and although I love being involved at school, I am also very active outside of school. On my own time, I love listening to music, to swim, and to spend quality time with my family and friends. I am so grateful to work with an amazing team to bring you a remarkable event for everyone to learn and practice leadership together. Can't wait to see you there!
	Chenghui Xiao - Director of Logistics & Operations Hi everyone! My name is Chenghui Xiao, and this year I am delighted and honoured to serve as the Executive of Logistics and Operations for this year's Appleby College Leadership Conference. This year I am a Grade 10 student at Appleby and this is my second year being a part of the ACLC team. I've been at Appleby for 2 years and I enjoy being involved in many activities such as service council, and participating in other leadership conferences. Outside of school I enjoy kayaking, swimming, hanging out with my friends, traveling, and listening to music. I am thrilled and grateful to be working and planning the conference with an amazing group of people to create an unforgettable conference for you. I hope to see you there!

ACMUN FAQs

Will there be food?
Lunch will be provided, as well as snacks throughout the day.
Will there be water?
In a conscious effort to help the environment, ACLC encourages attendees to bring their reusable water bottle. There are re-filling stations available throughout the school. Regardless, water will be provided at the conference.
What should I wear to the conference?
The dress code for this conference is business casual. This could include suits, dress shirts, etc. Please be mindful of your fellow delegates and do not wear anything that could be disrespectful towards others.
Should I bring my laptop?
No! Your laptop is not required for ACLC.
Can I bring my phone?
You should bring your phone as many activities will require it. Please only have your phone out when you are asked to be using the device and conference apps.
Where should I go when I arrive at Appleby?
When you arrive at Appleby please make your way to the A.W.B. Alumni Centre foyer for registration. This is located at the north entrance of the school, across from the east end of the parking lot. There will be a sign and volunteers to guide you!
When should I arrive?
Aim to arrive at 8:30 a.m. before the beginning of the conference for check-in and to find out your committee room locations. The conference will begin at 9:00 a.m. sharp!
When does it end?
The Awards Reception will conclude at 5:30 p.m.
Who do I contact with questions?
General questions or concerns regarding ACLC can be sent to aclc@appleby.on.ca. Please don’t hesitate to reach out — our team is happy to help!

Schedule of the Conference Day