Send us a text Michael Bellows, the visionary co-founder and CEO of GoMaterials and member of CorporateConnections® Montreal 2, shares his journey from startup dreams to leading a quickly expanding B2B marketplace. Discover how Michael gracefully navigated the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, transforming GoMaterials from a small team into a powerhouse of 75 across 11 countries. As we explore the complexities of his role, Michael offers a unique perspective on the mindset needed t...
Send us a text Phil Prevost shares valuable insights on leadership and teamwork, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and the importance of investing in oneself to unlock business potential. The discussion also touches on technology's role in shaping the future of business, the challenges leaders face in transitioning from doers to guiding forces, and why caring for teams is imperative for success. • Phil's journey and the essence of One Plus One Consulting • The significance of qua...
Send us a text Luigi Infranchesco's transformation from a CPA to a commercial mortgage broker illustrates the power of adaptability, resilience, and strategic thinking in the face of challenges. His story highlights the importance of balancing ambition with personal relationships and the invaluable role of a supportive partner in entrepreneurial ventures. • Luigi’s early journey from CPA to mortgage specialist • The importance of adaptability in a changing market • How accounting...
Send us a text Discover how technology is reshaping workforce training and management as we sit down with Shawn Smith, COO of LogicalDox Inc. Sean takes us through his captivating career journey across diverse industries like natural health and oil, culminating in his passion for software development. He shares how Logical Docs is leveraging AI to bolster the skills of experienced developers, ensuring that technology enhances rather than replaces human workers. Shawn's perspective is a breath...
Send us a text Unlock the secrets of business success with Paul Maco, a director at Leyton, as he takes us on an inspiring journey from his early dreams of owning a studio to becoming a trailblazer in the jingle industry. Paul shares how he built a powerhouse creative team that conquered both the Quebec market and international brands like McDonald's and Perrier. Break down how music can transform marketing strategies, rebrand businesses, and connect with audiences on an emotional level. Paul...
Send us a text Can the evolution of technology truly reshape the way we work and lead? Join us as we sit down with Nancy Demers, President of Gestion COPE, who has not only witnessed but also driven monumental changes in the tech landscape over the past 25 years. From the days of desktop-bound operations to the mobile flexibility ushered in by iPhones and iPads, Nancy shares her incredible journey and the lessons she’s learned along the way. She offers a unique blend of top-down and bottom-up...
Send us a text Notre invitée, ancienne ingénieure en corrosion devenue coach en développement personnel, partage avec nous son incroyable parcours et les leçons qu’elle a tirées de sa transformation. Avec plus de 25 ans d'expérience dans des secteurs variés et une incursion réussie dans l'immobilier, elle nous raconte comment la Programmation Neuro-Linguistique (PNL) a radicalement changé sa vie. Découvrez son approche structurée et organisée, héritée de son passé d'ingénieure, qui l'ai...
Send us a text Qu'est-ce qui peut bien transformer un joueur de football en un expert financier ? Rejoignez-nous alors que nous découvrons l'histoire inspirante de Sébastien Roy, ancien joueur vedette de la Ligue canadienne de football, qui a su faire une transition impressionnante vers le monde de la finance. Sébastien partage avec nous ses moments forts sur le terrain avec les Blue Bombers de Winnipeg, les Alouettes de Montréal, et les Stampeders de Calgary. Vous découvrirez comment son eng...
Send us a text What if your passion for music could be the key to unlocking leadership potential in the business world? Join us as we sit down with Annie Mayrand, the inspiring president and founder of Evollead, who transitioned from a dedicated music teacher to a trailblazing leader in the tech industry. Annie opens up about her unique journey, sharing how the skills she honed while teaching music became the cornerstone of her success at corporate giants like Bell and Rogers. Through her com...
Send us a text Ever wondered how a top sales coach transitioned from real estate to revolutionizing sales training? Join us on Where Leaders Connect as we sit down with Maxime Béland, the dynamic Quebec sales coach and owner of a Sandler Training franchise. This episode promises a deep dive into Max's captivating journey, starting in real estate, moving on to banking, and eventually owning a real estate franchise. Learn about the pivotal moment when Max made the bold decision to leave real es...
Send us a text Dans cet épisode du "Where Leaders Connect", l'invité est Fallone Jean, un coach d'affaires exécutif du Québec. L'épisode se penche sur le parcours de Fallone, qui est entrée de manière inattendue dans le monde de l'entrepreneuriat à l'âge de 18 ans et qui est devenue une coach d'entreprise prospère. Elle raconte comment elle est tombée dans l'entrepreneuriat en achetant une salle de sport en difficulté, malgré son absence d'expérience commerciale, et comment cela l'a amenée à ...
Send us a text How does a casual conversation over a meal evolve into a thriving business? Josh Leslie, the founder of Real Good Endeavors, takes us through his incredible entrepreneurial journey from leading change management at a billion-dollar healthcare organization to launching the world's first venture studio collective. Discover how Josh cut through red tape to create impactful SaaS platforms and the rise of venture studios like Real Good Platforms. His story is a testament to leveragi...
Send us a text Ever wondered how military discipline can shape a successful business? Join us as Jackson Fisk, founder and CEO of Goal Zero, shares his extraordinary journey from joining the Canadian Armed Forces at 16 to pioneering a company committed to optimizing productivity while prioritizing safety and compliance. Jackson's story is a testament to how process, procedure, and teamwork can serve as the bedrock for a thriving business. Discover how his early aspirations to serve in public ...
Send us a text Ever wondered how a finance professional can revolutionize the tech world? Join us as Tiranjan Bulankulame, founder and CEO of Layer 7 Innovations, reveals his captivating journey from the trading floors of major stock exchanges to the forefront of technological innovation. Tiranjan shares invaluable lessons from his early passion for trading, his transformative work with the London and Colombo Stock Exchanges, and how these experiences fueled his pivot into the tech industry. ...
Send us a text Ever wondered how a family business can thrive for over five decades in the competitive world of industrial instrumentation and process control? Join us as we sit down with Peter Dello, Vice President of Thermo-Kinetics Company Limited, to uncover the incredible journey of his family enterprise. Learn about the bold decisions, remarkable resilience, and unique educational backgrounds that have shaped Thermo-Kinetics' leadership across generations. From the oil and gas sector to...
Send us a text Quel est l'impact des systèmes informatiques sur nos décisions quotidiennes et la gestion des entreprises? Découvrez-le à travers notre conversation avec Carl Robillard, le fondateur visionnaire et chef de la direction de Stratégie TI Consulting. Avec plus de 25 ans d'expérience, Carl nous raconte son parcours unique, depuis ses débuts en comptabilité de gestion jusqu'à son incursion dans le cinéma et la télévision. Il partage comment sa passion pour la structuration et l'organ...
Send us a text Unlock the secrets of impactful leadership and personal growth with Judy Murphy, our esteemed guest from Think8 Global Institute. Judy transitions from her role as a partner in a translation company to a leadership powerhouse, sharing how understanding your purpose can ignite creativity and excellence. Discover how she cultivates vision and unites her team around a common goal, emphasizing the critical role of ownership and responsibility in leadership. Ever wondered how to na...
Send us a text Unlock the secrets to creating a more inclusive workplace and discover the untapped potential within neurodivergent individuals. Join us as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Geoff Bykes, an advocate for neurodiversity, who shares his unique journey from working in disability claims to becoming a champion for those on the autism spectrum. Jeff provides invaluable insights into the concept of being a "high masker" and sheds light on how his and his wife Alana's d...
Send us a text Ever wondered how understanding your team’s innate problem-solving abilities could revolutionize your business? Award-winning marketer and certified coach, Laural Carr, joins us to reveal the secrets behind the Kolbe assessment, a fascinating tool that evaluates how individuals naturally get things done. From her childhood fascination with the colour red to becoming a creative powerhouse, Laural's journey is nothing short of inspiring. She explores the significance of the Kolbe...
Send us a text Embark on a transformative journey with Patti Mcdonald, an Edmonton-based legal virtuoso, as she opens up about the dynamic shifts she's leading in the legal profession. Patti's story is not just about her bold move from a managing partner position to establishing her own practice; it's a clarion call for innovation in an industry ripe for change. She's not just practicing law; she's pioneering a new frontier where technology meets tradition and where women thrive in legal care...