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

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.

In this episode, Russ Altman, Director of Business Development at Stack’d Consulting, shares how founder-led sales can become a bottleneck for business growth and explains why stepping out of the process is crucial for scaling. He discusses the importance of stepping back and implementing systems like CRM tools, which allow businesses to grow beyond the founder’s personal bandwidth. With a focus on efficiency and sustainability, Russ explains how delegating critical roles and trusting experts can help founders avoid burnout while driving long-term growth.

In this episode, Jared Marley, Director of Business Development at Margo Supplies, shares how his company is revolutionizing human-wildlife conflict management through cutting-edge technology. Jared shares how Margo Supplies uses tools like wildlife tracking collars, electric fences, and non-lethal deterrents to help industries, communities, and wildlife coexist more harmoniously. From Alberta’s oil fields to remote wilderness areas, Jared explains how human development often overlaps with natural habitats and how his company’s tech-driven solutions are minimizing the negative impacts on wildlife while keeping communities safe.

In this episode, Melissa Boerger and Joanna Pariseau, co-founders of Taste the City, share the story behind their innovative approach to food tourism. Combining technology with a deep understanding of restaurant culture, Melissa and Joanna have redefined what it means to experience a city’s culinary scene. They discuss how Taste the City provides food-forward experiences by allowing locals and visitors to explore multiple restaurants in one evening through seamless, digitally guided tours.

In this episode, explore the collision of data privacy and digital marketing with Stéphane Hamel, teaching fellow at Laval University. He pulls back the curtain on the challenges posed by advertising behemoths like Google and Facebook. Businesses are not just dealing with hefty ad bills but also passing these costs onto customers. Drawing upon his extensive background—ranging from academia to consultancy—Stephane provides actionable insights into balancing effective marketing with robust privacy safeguards.

In this episode, President of Wayfinder Corp, Paul Petten, joins the show to explore how intentional community support drives business success. Not only does Paul touch on the regulatory landscape of the oil and gas industry in Western Canada, but he explores company culture and efficient operations in a candid way. From balancing caution with excitement to the power of consistent communication, Paul’s impactful approach will inspire you.

In this episode, hear from exceptional storyteller Jeff Humphreys, creator of The Calgary Sessions podcast and President and CEO of Shortline Creative. Jeff shares his insightful journey from traditional agency work to focusing on digital storytelling, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and adapting to new challenges in the creative industry.