Pathforward Podcast

Yohannes Yadagne is the founder of Hiwot, an organization raising up leaders in some of the most unreached and at-risk areas of East Africa. Their mission: peace, and community transformation . In this episode of the PathForward Podcast, Yohannes shares his powerful story, the vision behind Hiwot, and why self-awareness is the key to both personal growth and community transformation. If you care a...

Ep. 10 – Conversation with Dr. Patrick Carrabre | PathForward Podcast Dr. Patrick Carrabré is a guest who needs either no introduction, or a very long one. A two-time Juno-nominated composer, former CBC Radio host, Vice President of Brandon University, and Director of the School of Music at both Brandon University and the University of British Columbia, his career spans across music, administratio...

Ep. 9 – Conversation with Jerry Huang | PathForward Podcast In this episode of PathForward Podcast, we sit down with Jerry Huang — Canada’s former No.2 Tennis Player. From joining a tennis summer camp reluctantly to chasing the dream of becoming professinoal. Along the way came moments of triumph and heartbreak, crossroads that demanded impossible choices, and pressures that could break even the s...

Ep. 8 – Conversation with Jeff Stromgren | PathForward Podcast Children thrive when they are rooted in a strong sense of community and supported by caring, consistent adults. The life journey of our guest in this episode, Jeff Stromgren, is a powerful example of that truth. Jeff is the Community Connections and Healthy Living Coordinator at School District 43. In our conversation, he shares his in...

Ep. 7 – Conversation with Greg Baker | PathForward Podcast A successful career often requires pushing beyond comfort zones and overcoming personal limitations. In this episode, we sit down with Greg Baker, Senior Project Manager and founder of MVMT Consulting, to talk about the highs and lows of his career journey. He shares how taking bold risks opened the door for him to transition from an IBM e...

Ep. 6 – Conversation with Tong Guan | PathForward Podcast In this episode, we have the opportunity to chat with Tong Guan, founder of the DoWhatULuv Foundation. From his beginnings as an art and industrial design student to launching his own nonprofit and working as a business consultant, Tong shares his unique journey and vision for creating a legacy-driven system. You won't believe how he respon...

Conversation with Phyllis Tan | PathForward Podcast In this episode of PathForward Podcast, we sit down with Phyllis Tan — a former bond trader from Singapore — as she shares her journey. From growing up in 1960s Singapore to navigating a high-stakes career in finance, Phyllis opens up about the pivotal choices that shaped her life, her holistic definition of success, and the wisdom she hopes to p...