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Digital Twinning for Food & Beverage Processors – leveraging new technologies for better decision making!

Kevin Elder 2022

Kevin Elder

Event Presenter
FPSC Project and Government Relations Manager

Kevin Elder’s career spans continents and industries, beginning as Vapour Heat Treatment Facility Manager at a mango plant in Australia—a role that sparked his enduring interest in food and beverage processing. Since joining Food Processing Skills Canada in 2017, Kevin has led the organization’s Labour Market Information initiatives, providing key data and insights to help shape national and regional workforce strategies. His work has strengthened FPSC’s position as a trusted industry voice, and he actively represents the organization on several advisory committees. Based in Ottawa, Kevin is also a lifelong sports enthusiast, bringing the same passion and focus to coaching and competing as he does to supporting Canada’s food processing sector.

Jason Chang

Jason Chang

Event Presenter
Manager of Programs - Ontario Chamber of Commerce

Jason Chang is Manager of Programs at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, where he leads the design and execution of innovative initiatives that support the Chamber’s 60,000 members across 140 local chambers and boards of trade. A passionate advocate for disability inclusion, Jason contributes his expertise to both the Discover Ability Network and the Hire for Talent advisory board. Outside of work, Jason is an accomplished curling athlete, most recently representing Canada at the 2025 Asian Winter Games, where his team placed fourth. He is also a seasoned curling commentator, providing live analysis for local and international broadcasts.

Jason Crawford

Jason Crawford

Event Presenter
Director of Membership and Industry Liaison at Food and Beverage Ontario

Jason Crawford is the Director of Membership and Industry Liaison at Food and Beverage Ontario, a role he has held for over a decade. Throughout his career, he has built an exceptional reputation as a trusted advisor and colleague to industry leaders and representatives across the entire food value chain.

A champion of B2B engagement, sector partnerships, and industry conversations, Jason leads premier industry events including the Annual Conference and Inclusive Leadership Forum. Additionally, Jason heads employer engagement for the CareersNOW! program, where he consults with businesses to help them build a strong and skilled workforce for the future.

Miguel Garcia

Miguel Garcia

Event Presenter
Senior Manager at Unity Technologies

Miguel Garcia is a Senior Manager at Unity Technologies, where he leads the global Professional Training team—comprising instructional designers, content creators, and technical trainers. With over 15 years of international experience at the intersection of technology, education, and workforce development, Miguel has designed impactful learning programs adopted by industries ranging from gaming and automotive to architecture and public service.

He has also partnered with hundreds of educational institutions to support student career readiness and professional growth. Miguel is the author of LinkedIn for Students, Graduates, and Educators, a practical guide to building a strong digital presence. Based in Texas, Miguel is committed to advancing accessible, industry-aligned training around the world.

About this event

Seeding Digital Skills is a new program being delivered by the Ontario Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Food Processing Skills Canada and Food and Beverage Ontario. This cutting-edge training program in digital twin technology has been launched to support food and beverage processors in developing new skills to design and implement real-time 3D digital twins using Unity — the leading platform globally.


Digital twinning creates a virtual copy of a real-world place or process, such as a facility or production line, which allows businesses to simulate and test changes in a digital environment before making real-world decisions.

Whether your goal is to boost efficiency, reduce downtime, enhance safety, or drive sustainability—this webinar will walk you through the applications of digital twinning in your operation.

At this event, you'll learn:

  • Learn how real-time 3D digital twins can be used to simulate operations, train staff, optimize logistics, and improve productivity across food and beverage manufacturing facilities.
  • Get an in-depth look at Seeding Digital Skills — a free, 12-week online training program—complete with a $20,000 Unity license, micro-credential, participant stipends, and ongoing support.
  • Find out how your organization or team can participate in the program, what the requirements are, and how to maximize the benefits with no cost to your business.

Event Details

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Digital Twinning for Food & Beverage Processors – leveraging new technologies for better decision making! Agenda

August 21, 2025 1:00 pm

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