Let’s get to the heart of the economic changes happening in Calgary and Alberta

In this episode, get an insider’s look at the world of construction materials and housing with Sid Tetz, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at CGC Inc. Sid explores the unseen factors that make a house a home, from acoustic design to structural systems. He tackles pressing issues like the housing crisis, labour and material costs, and the complex web of building codes and financial constraints that shape Canada's real estate market. Sid shares his insights on innovation in construction, the profound impact of energy efficiency, and the shifting dynamics of modern housing.

In this episode, discover the urgent need to nurture a regenerative economy with CEO and General Partner of Regenerative Capital Group, Cordell Jacks. By combining inclusive economic practices with regenerative principles, Cordell explains how Search Funds—a proven model for acquiring and scaling small and medium enterprises (SMEs)—can address the looming succession crisis among baby boomer business owners. This approach values sustainable practices, diverse leadership, and greater stakeholder engagement while preserving thriving businesses for future generations. Learn how employee share ownership and increased support for marginalized groups can foster a more inclusive and resilient economic landscape.

In this episode, explore the world of investment management with Craig Senyk, Board Chair at Mawer Investment Management, a global firm based in Calgary. Craig explores the innovative ways Mawer fostered a strong organizational culture and community within the firm, especially during challenging times like COVID-19. He discusses the transformation from quarterly lunches to weekly investment calls, the importance of maintaining a flat organizational structure, and how they promote core behaviours like candour, curiosity, accountability, and appreciation.

In this episode, get a peek at the heart of Calgary’s explosive growth with Ian Macdonald, Business and Innovation Leader, KPMG High Growth Ventures at KPMG. Over the past five years, Calgary has emerged as the fastest-growing tech hub in North America, boasting a staggering 78% growth rate from 2018 to 2024. Ian sheds light on his unique role at KPMG, where he focuses on forming meaningful relationships within the tech and innovation sectors. We discuss KPMG's strategic investments, the power of the Platform Innovation Center, and the Ignition Center's innovative approach to solving complex business challenges.

In this episode, we continue our culture conversation with Israel Peck, Founder and CEO of Cratic—a company specializing in measuring and enhancing company culture and performance. This is part two of our series, building on the insights from Profitability Through People: Effective Team-Building and Cultural Strategies. Shifting focus, we explore three key practices to stop doing that can immediately impact your profitability. Israel examines the pivotal role middle management plays in shaping workplace dynamics, the influence of different leadership styles on team outcomes, and the importance of replacing manipulative tactics with genuine, curiosity-driven questioning. Backed by insights from Harvard Business Review and McKinsey, this episode underscores how small, strategic changes in workplace culture can lead to a 3x increase in profit margins.

In this episode, hear from Israel Peck, an authority on team strategy and organizational culture, who is also the Founder and CEO of Cratic. In this first part of our engaging two-part series, Israel shares his expert opinions on topics critical to improving workplace dynamics and boosting profitability. He highlights simple yet impactful strategies for building trust, integrating aspects of coaching, psychology, and open communication to improve team dynamics. Israel also stresses the importance of understanding and addressing employees’ actual needs and desires, which can significantly enhance team cohesiveness and overall business performance.

In this episode, discover tried and true methods to enhance your team dynamics and make more impactful meetings from Lisa Baril, Owner and Principal at LCH Relations Inc. As an award-winning facilitator and strategic advisor, Lisa has deep expertise in change management, organizational culture, and effective communication. She can help you unpack the core elements that make meetings productive and meaningful.

In this episode, multi-hyphenate Chris Jones—business team coach, best-selling author, EOS implementer, and speaker—returns to the show to explore the complexities of modern leadership and business transitions. By unpacking the evolving mindset of today’s leaders and entrepreneurs, Chris shares predictions on an upcoming wave of business exits as Boomers retire and the psychological challenge faced by entrepreneurs on how to separate their identity from their business.

In this episode, unpack the complex and nuanced world of leadership and organizational dynamics with the equally dynamic Meghan Donohoe, Co-Founder of Pebble, a company dedicated to truly innovative leadership development. While challenging the common tendencies people have to blame leaders, Meghan also dissects the unsustainable expectations placed on them.