Best Jon & Calder Podcasts (2026)

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Martine St-Victor, Communication Strategist and General Manager at Edelman 45:57

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6d ago45:57

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Martine St-Victor, Communication Strategist and General Manager at Edelman, one of the world’s leading communications firms. Martine discusses Edelman’s Black Opportunity Fund, what the annual Trust Barometer reveals about shifting trust in institutions today, and the most common mistakes leaders …

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Naveed Irshad, CEO of Manulife Canada 37:07

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Naveed Irshad, President and CEO of Manulife Canada, one of the country’s leading insurance companies. Naveed discusses how Canada’s aging population is reshaping the insurance industry, how Manulife is working to better educate Canadians on the value of insurance in long-term financial security, …

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Kurtis McBride, CEO of Miovision 39:22

20d ago39:22

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with Kurtis McBride, CEO of Miovision, a Canadian company transforming how cities manage traffic through technology. Kurtis explains how Miovision designs systems that help municipalities operate more efficiently, the strategic thinking behind Miovision’s recent acquisitions, and what Canada must …

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Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Economic Development for Quebec Regions 37:02

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Economic Development for Quebec Regions. Minister Joly discusses how the federal government is preparing young people for the future, the role her department plays in creating jobs and supporting economic growth across Quebec, and key investmen…

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Mitch Joel, Canadian Entrepreneur 37:29

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with Mitch Joel, a Canadian entrepreneur. Mitch shares insights from his early career writing for leading business and technology magazines, growing and selling his digital agency, and how leaders should think about implementing AI responsibly.By iHeartRadio

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General Jennie Carignan, Chief of the Defense Staff 40:15

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with General Jennie Carignan, Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff. General Carignan discusses how the Canadian Armed Forces are leveraging big data and artificial intelligence in military operations, what it’s like reporting directly to the Minister of National Defence, and the growing importance of th…

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Mark Shapiro, CEO of the Toronto Blue Jays 40:24

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Karl Moore is delighted to be speaking with Mark Shapiro, CEO of the Toronto Blue Jays. This is a replay of show we recorded in 2023, before they made it to this year’s unbelievable World Series.By iHeartRadio

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Thane Calder, Founder of CloudRaker 42:15

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Thane Calder, Founder and Chairman of CloudRaker. Thane shares the story behind founding CloudRaker, what it means to grow a startup in today’s turbulent environment, and the lessons he’s learned from his experience working with a venture studio.By iHeartRadio

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Jon Cercone, Local Restaurant Owner 39:40

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with Jon Cercone, owner of Taverne sur le Square, a restaurant in Montreal. Jon shares his perspective on navigating shutdowns during the pandemic, how inflation is impacting the hospitality industry today, and offers thoughts on what cities could do differently to better support small businesses.…

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Jonathan Goldbloom, Partner at Avenue Strategic Consulting and Chair of VIA Rail and Hockey Canada 41:35

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Jonathan Goldbloom, Partner at Avenue Strategic Consulting and Chair of VIA Rail Canada and Hockey Canada. Jonathan shares his perspective on how communications have shifted over the past decade, including leading communications at the Jewish General Hospital during the peak of COVID-19 and his th…

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Ken Dryden, Montreal Canadiens goaltender, lawyer, author and former Minister of Families, Children and Social Development 39:57

4M ago39:57

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This week, Karl Moore rebroadcasts a conversation he had with the late Ken Dryden from 2016, when Dryden taught his Canadian Studies course at McGill university entitled "Thinking The Future To make The Future."By iHeartRadio

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Fred Lalonde, Founder and CEO of Hopper 41:59

4M ago41:59

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore sits down with Fred Lalonde, the Founder & CEO of Hopper. Fred shares his perspective on life as an entrepreneur compared to the corporate world, how he chooses which ideas are worth pursuing, and the profound impact of COVID-19 on the travel industryBy iHeartRadio

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Isabelle Hudon, CEO of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) 42:15

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Isabelle Hudon, President and CEO of the Business Development Bank of Canada and Canada’s former Ambassador to France and Monaco. Isabelle reflects on her time as ambassador, how strategy is built within crown corporations, and her leadership approach across both public service and business.…

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Jeff Leger, CEO of 123Dentist 38:16

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore sits down with Jeff Leger, CEO of 123Dentist, one of Canada’s fastest-growing dental organizations. Jeff shares his perspective on the technologies transforming dentistry, whether AI can help address Canada’s shortage of dentists, and how government policy is shaping dental care for Canadians.…

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Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada 54:21

5M ago54:21

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada. Goldy reflects on his time working alongside former Prime Minister Joe Clark, discusses the evolving role of China in Canada’s economic growth, and how Canadian businesses can position themselves for success in today’s rapidly chang…

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Mario Peloquin, CEO of VIA Rail Canada 37:47

5M ago37:47

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore sits down with Mario Peloquin, President and CEO of VIA Rail Canada, the country’s national rail service. Mario shares how VIA Rail is positioning itself for the future by modernizing infrastructure, engaging Gen Z travelers, and benchmarking against international rail systems.…

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Sunil Kapur, CEO of McCarthy Tétrault 42:16

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with Sunil Kapur, CEO of McCarthy Tétrault, Canada’s first national law firm. Sunil shares how his background in science shaped his legal thinking and reflects on his early experiences working with the Ministry of the Attorney General. Tune in for insights on leadership, legal strategy, and what i…

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R.J. Simpson, Premier of the Northwest Territories 37:47

6M ago37:47

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with R.J. Simpson, Premier of the Northwest Territories. Tune in to hear Premier Simpson share how climate change continues to reshape the North, the future of the diamond mining industry and the broader challenges and opportunities facing northern leadership in a shifting global landscape.…

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Mirko Bibic, President and CEO of BCE Inc. and Bell Canada 46:09

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Mirko Bibic, President and Chief Executive Officer of BCE Inc. and Bell Canada, one of Canada’s largest communications and media companies. Mirko reflects on the launch of Bell’s AI Fabric, the critical role of public policy in broadband expansion, and some insights on Bell’s $30 billion investmen…

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Eliza Reid, Former First Lady of Iceland 40:57

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Karl Moore sits down with Eliza Reid, former First Lady of Iceland and best-selling author, to discuss Iceland’s global leadership in gender equality and her work advocating for equity both at home and abroad. Eliza also shares reflections on the unexpected transition into public life and what’s to come after …

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Hubert Bolduc, President of Investissement Québec 40:25

7M ago40:25

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore sits down with Hubert Bolduc, President of Investissement Québec, to discuss how the organization is driving economic growth across the province in close collaboration with the Minister of Economy. They also explore how Investissement Québec supports employee mental health, the importance of trade diversifica…

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Fady Dagher, Chief of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) 39:14

7M ago39:14

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Fady Dagher, Chief of the Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM). Fady shares his early journey into law enforcement, what inspired him to serve, and the growing focus on mental health support for officersBy iHeartRadio

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Dax Dasilva, CEO of Lightspeed 45:46

7M ago45:46

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore sits down with Dax Dasilva, CEO of Lightspeed, a global leader in point-of-sale software headquartered in Montreal. Dax reflects on the company's early days, the turning points that fueled its global rise, and the entrepreneurial spirit behind its founding 20 years ago.…

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Anthony Broccolini, CEO of Broccolini 38:51

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Anthony Broccolini, CEO of Broccolini, a leading family-owned construction firm based in Montreal. Anthony shares how technology is reshaping the construction industry, navigating uncertainty in today’s VUCA world, and how demographic shifts are transforming the sector.…

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Caroline Codsi, CEO of Women in Governance 42:07

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Caroline Codsi, CEO of Women in GovernanceBy iHeartRadio

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Graham Carr, President and Vice-Chancellor of Concordia University 41:02

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Karl Moore sits down with Graham Carr, President and Vice-Chancellor of Concordia University. Tune in to hear about his path from teaching to senior administration, how Concordia stands out among local universities, and how it’s tackling tuition hikes and other emerging challenges in higher education.…

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Helen Antoniou, Chair of the Board of Governors at Concordia University 42:51

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore speaks with Helen Antoniou, Chair of the Board of Governors at Concordia University. They discuss the role of philanthropy in Canada, decision-making in family businesses, and why multi-generational leadership can give family-run businesses a lasting edge.By iHeartRadio

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Edward Greenspon, Former CEO of the Public Policy Forum 44:25

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This week on The CEO Series, Karl Moore sits down with Edward Greenspon, former CEO of the Public Policy Forum and past Editor-in-Chief of The Globe and Mail. Tune in as they discuss the impact of Canada’s most influential prime ministers, the future of the media industry, and how organizations can navigate today’s increasingly complex policy lands…

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The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry 43:03

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Canada’s Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry. Tune in as they discuss Canada’s evolving relationship with the U.S., strategies to safeguard Canada’s infrastructure amidst potential tariffs, and on the importance of listening as a politi…

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Michael Duheme, 25th Comissioner of Royal Canadian Mounted Police 40:05

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This week on The CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Michael Duheme, the 25th Commissioner of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Tune in as they discuss the importance of mental health in law enforcement, the Mounties’ role in securing Canada’s borders, and efforts to rebuild public trust.By iHeartRadio

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Valérie Pisano, President and CEO of Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute 42:45

12M ago42:45

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore speaks with Valerie Pisano, President and CEO of Mila—a non-profit AI hub in Montreal. Join us to hear Valerie shares some insights on the challenges Canadian startups face when seeking investment, how AI is shaping the workforce, and on the Mobius Bias Project, a new initiative tackling biases in AI.…

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Claude Marchand, CEO LCI Education 39:45

1y ago39:45

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Claude Marchand, CEO of LCI Education and LaSalle College Montreal, to discuss the future of education. Tune in as we explore what’s new in teaching, the profound impact of technology on the educational landscape, and how the creative economy shapes the next generation of innovators.…

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Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify 39:37

1y ago39:37

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, to explore the evolving landscape of global retail and entrepreneurship. Join us as we discuss Montreal’s role as a global retail hub, Shopify’s commitment to Canada’s bilingual culture, and their innovative new AI product ShopifyMagic.…

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Steven Singer, CEO of Fody Foods 39:46

1y ago39:46

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Steven Singer, CEO of Fody Foods, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey and passion for health-conscious food innovation. Join us as we dive into his experiences working with a board of directors, securing investments, and navigating the challenges of the food industry, including rising c…

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Catherine Tait, President of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) 43:31

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Catherine Tait, President of CBC. Join us to hear her insights on creative leadership, managing public broadcasting in a digital era, and the future of Canadian storytelling.By iHeartRadio

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Omar Sachedina, Journalist and Chief Anchor for CTV National News 45:21

1y ago45:21

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Omar Sachedina, Canadian journalist and Chief News Anchor at CTV News. Join us to hear his thoughts on journalism, storytelling in the digital age, and the evolving demands of Gen Z in the media landscape.By iHeartRadio

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Charles Bierbrier, business consultant and professor at McGill 38:18

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Charles Bierbrier, Business Consultant, Previous Founder and CEO of a brewing company, and Professor at McGill University. Join us to hear his thoughts on entrepreneurship, the challenges of selling novel products, and the evolving demands of Gen Z in the business world.…

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Adam Waterous, Managing Partner and CEO at Waterous Energy Fund 42:05

1y ago42:05

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Moore sits down with Adam Waterous, Managing Partner & CEO of Waterous Energy Fund. Join us to hear his thoughts on energy poverty, the contrasting perspectives between Ottawa and Alberta energy policies, and the evolving role of the energy sector in addressing climate change and economic challenges today.…

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Mary-Dailey Desmarais, Chief Curator at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts 43:47

1+ y ago43:47

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This week on the CEO Series, Professor Karl Moore sits down with Mary-Dailey Desmarais, Chief Curator at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. Join us to hear her thoughts on the museum’s commitment to uplifting Indigenous art in North America, how her refined curation process shapes the museum’s exhibitions, and the evolving role of art museums in fos…

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Phil Murphy, Governor of New Jersey, and David Shribman, American Journalist and Author 41:29

1+ y ago41:29

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Tune in for a special episode covering the U.S Elections this week on the CEO series as Karl sits down with the Governor of New Jersey, Phil Murphy and David Shribman, an American Journalist, Author, and Pulitzer Prize Winner. Join us to hear how New Jersey plans to handle climate change, the Governor’s stance on the electoral college system, and D…

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Lance Mortlock, Managing Partner at EY 32:48

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Tune in this week on the CEO series as Karl sits down with Lance Mortlock, a managing partner at EY. Join us to hear about Lance’s upcoming book ‘Outside in Inside Out’, scenario planning at EY, and his thoughts on which countries are currently leading the energy industry.By iHeartRadio

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Alexis von Hoensbroech, CEO of WestJet 44:12

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Tune in this week on the CEO series as Karl sits down with Alexis von Hoensbroech, CEO of WestJet, one of Canada’s leading airline companies. Join us to hear about Alexis’ approach to working with labour unions, the shift in flights from east to west, and their recent investments in the latest technology to approach the Net Zero goal.…

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Lisa Giannone, President and COO of BFL Canada 38:38

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Tune in this week on the CEO series as Karl sits down Lisa Giannone, President and COO of BFL Canada, a leading insurance brokerage and risk management firm. Join us to hear about BFL’s national strategy and its implementation to each of its local firms, how they plan to leverage AI in order to be more efficient, and their recent initiatives in the…

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Muhammad Yunus, Interim leader of Bangladesh and Nobel peace prize laureate 39:02

1+ y ago39:02

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From the archives: Professor Karl Moore sat down with Nobel peace prize laureate Muhammad Yunus in September 2016 to discuss the story behind microcredit and how it's evolved.By iHeartRadio

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Eric Montminy, President at Normandin Beaudry 41:02

1+ y ago41:02

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Tune in this week on the CEO series as Karl sits down with Eric Montminy, President of Normandin Beaudry, a consulting company centered around total rewards. Join us to hear about modern talent acquisition, how he’s incorporating EDI practices at the firm, and his perspective on social differences between Canada and the U.S…

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Jennifer Heil & Joseph Polossifakis, Former Olympians 45:05

1+ y ago45:05

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Tune in this week on the CEO Series as Karl joins Jennifer Heil and Joseph Polosifakis in Calgary, Alberta. Jennifer and Joseph are two exceptional athletes in freestyle skiing and fencing respectively, who have previously competed in the Olympics, and will now be visiting the Paris 2024 Olympics as mentors. Join us to hear about the moments leadin…

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Noah Xie, Founder and President of KMIND 40:58

1+ y ago40:58

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Tune in this week on the CEO series as Karl sits down with Noah Xie, Founder and President of KMIND, a strategic consulting company based in Shanghai. Join us to hear about his interdisciplinary approach to competitive consulting, his vision for strategic theory, and hear from a McGill Undergraduate and show producer Eya Ibrahim, on her parting tho…

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Mark Weightman, President and CEO of the Montreal Alouettes 39:17

1+ y ago39:17

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This week on the CEO series, Karl sits down with Mark Weightman, President and CEO of the Montreal Alouettes. Tune in to hear about football marketing across North America, ALS’s strategic efforts to secure market share, and their inspiring comeback story from being ranked worst in the league to their rise to win the 2023 Grey Cup!…

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General Jenny Carignan, Chief of the Defence Staff, Cdn Armed Forces 53:30

1+ y ago53:30

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General Jenny Carignan was recently promoted to Chief of the Defence Staff of the Canadian Armed Forces. This week, we replay Karl's 2023 interview with General Carignan, when she was Chief of Conduct and Culture at the CAF. Tune in to learn more about her experience as a female leader in the military, changing the culture of the CAF, and her time …

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Daniel Lamarre, Executive Vice Chairman of the Board, Cirque du Soleil 41:09

1+ y ago41:09

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This week on the CEO Series, Karl sits down with Daniel Lamarre, former CEO of Cirque du Soleil and now Executive Vice Chairman of the Board. Join us to learn more about the Cirque’s global partnerships, what it’s like working with creatives, and Daniel’s new book Balancing Act: Unleashing the power of creativity in your life and work.…