CEO Global Network Podcast

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , John Wilson sits down with Jane Moran, Chief Learning Officer at Inspiring Wiring, Inc., to explore how neuroscience can transform leadership and organizational culture. Jane shares her insights on applying brain-based strategies to drive high performance, creating psychological safety in teams, and overcoming the fear-based barriers that hold ex...

In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Jennifer Watson , Managing Partner at Watson Investments , to discuss how CEOs and business leaders can take a more strategic approach to managing their personal and professional wealth. Jennifer shares why CEOs need to treat their personal finances with the same intentionality as their business strategy - starting...

In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Darren Munnich , a seasoned executive and Group Leader at CEO Global Network. Darren shares key lessons from his decades-long career at Sysco, where he served as President, EVP, and CFO across multiple regions, and how those experiences now inform his work mentoring CEOs and leaders. You’ll hear Darren discuss: The...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Andrew Moles, Vice President and General Manager of PCL Solar at PCL Construction, to explore the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy. With Andrew's leadership, PCL Solar has made remarkable strides, delivering over 10 gigawatts of utility-scale projects. In this conversation, Andrew shares insights on pushin...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network podcast, David Smith, Leadership Coach and Mentor at CEO Global Network, shares his insights on leadership and the transition from serving as President in major companies like Compass Group to mentoring top executives. He discusses the essential attributes of great CEOs, common blind spots in senior leadership, and the critical importance of emotional inte...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Umar Syed, CEO of RegenaLife , to explore how proactive health screening, AI-driven diagnostics, and innovative care models are transforming longevity medicine. Umar shares his journey from pharmaceuticals and investment banking to founding RegenaLife, a company dedicated to early detection and prevention of chroni...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Darrell Keezer , founder and CEO of Candybox Marketing and a keynote speaker on Marketing & AI. Darrell shares how his journey began in 2008, the evolution of Candybox Marketing, and his mission to make digital marketing actually work for businesses. He dives into how AI is transforming consumer behavior, why AI...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Linda Kern , a seasoned sales executive and Founder of The Kern Group. Linda shares powerful insights on what it takes to build, scale, and sustain high-performing sales teams. She covers: The overlooked factor in building great sales teams How to balance accountability and motivation The biggest mistakes companies...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Karim S. Leduc , founder and CEO of DULCEDO Management , Canada’s leading multidisciplinary talent management agency. Karim shares his journey from launching a high-profile model agency in 2008 to pioneering influencer representation in Canada, building an international roster that spans fashion, sports, entertainme...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Vincent Travaglini , retired President & CEO of StackTeck. With over three decades of leadership in engineering, operations, and executive management, Vince shares the innovations that transformed the mold-making industry, the cultural mindset that fueled StackTeck’s growth, and the role of automation in shapin...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Daniel Wigdor  - Professor, inventor, tech entrepreneur, and CEO of AXL: Human Potential, AI Super Powered . Daniel shares insights on why Canada leads in AI research but struggles to commercialize it, the missing “middle layer” of applied research, and how AXL is bridging that gap. He discusses misconceptions abou...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , George Torok , an executive speech coach and presentation skills trainer, shares invaluable insights on how to perfect your public speaking for high-stakes situations. From the biggest mistakes CEOs make in presentations to how you can transform your approach, George breaks down the essentials of effective communication. Whether you’re preparing...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer La Forge, General Manager of Rakuten Rewards Canada, to dive deep into how consumer behavior has drastically shifted in the digital age. Jennifer shares insights into how the rise of social commerce, influencer-driven purchasing, and seamless mobile shopping experiences are reshaping the retail industry.  We also explore...

Chef-founder Jose Hadad built Mad Mexican from a tiny condo kitchen into a beloved, handcrafted, chemical-free food brand - without compromising on freshness or integrity. In this quick-hit conversation with host John Wilson , Jose shares the “against all odds” decisions that shaped the company, why Viva la revolución is more than a tagline, how he engineered a just-in-time distribution model to p...

How do you build a workplace that people love—enough to be ranked the #1 restaurant employer in Canada? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Nick Dean , President & Director at The Keg Restaurants Ltd. Nick shares practical leadership lessons from a “zigzag” career spanning agencies, cannabis, and hospitality - plus the timeless principles that let...

How do you lead an organization through crisis, double its size, and still stay true to your core values? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson speaks with Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard , about the leadership lessons he’s learned guiding his team to record-breaking results—even in the middle of a global pandemic. Dustin shares how values, trust, and resilience...

Can free snacks and ping pong tables really make employees happy? Not according to Dr. Adam Stoehr , award-winning university professor and employee happiness researcher. In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Adam to unpack the myths around workplace happiness—and what leaders should really be focusing on instead. Adam shares insights from his PhD resea...

What does it take to rise from store manager to CEO and owner of a beloved Canadian brand? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Pino Di Ioia , CEO of BeaverTails Pastry and Moozoo Creamery, to explore the values and lessons that have guided his remarkable journey since 1987. From grit and perseverance to balancing nostalgia with innovation, Pino shares how...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Glenn Sommerville, President of High Performance Leaders Inc. and CEO Group Leader and Mentor with CEO Global Network , whose career has spanned executive roles at Honeywell, Toyota, BlackBerry, and Amazon. Glenn shares the biggest leadership lessons he learned while scaling Amazon, how his time at BlackBerry shaped...

What does it look like when a restaurant group pushes beyond industry norms? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, I sit down with Court Desautels, CEO of Neighbourhood Group of Companies , to talk about building a business that measures success beyond profit. Court shares how unconventional decisions - like providing fully paid health benefits, becoming a Certified B Corporation, and...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , John Wilson sits down with Jeremy D. Behar, Founder & CEO of Canadian Dental Services Corporation , to explore what it takes to lead with culture, empathy, and vision while scaling a business in a fast-changing industry. Jeremy shares how he built an “A team” leadership circle, why dental care is no longer just about teeth and gums, and how C...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Grant Heggie , President & CEO of Melmart Distributors Inc., a third-generation Canadian flooring company with over 55 years of legacy. Grant shares his insights from nearly 25 years leading Melmart, including how to keep a family-owned business competitive in a fast-changing market. From product innovation and...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Eric Phaneuf , President & CEO of Walter Capital Partners , to explore how private equity can go beyond capital and become a true operating partner to entrepreneurs. Eric shares key insights from his journey leading companies like Cascades and Mega Brands, scaling across sectors, and building a PE firm rooted in...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Nat Korol, Co-Founder of Hyphen Co. , a B2B marketing strategist and advocate for sustainable growth. Nat shares how trail running informs her leadership, why joy must be protected amid entrepreneurial pressure, and what responsible marketing looks like in an increasingly digital world. We explore the values that built H...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , John Wilson sits down with Josie Erzetic , President and CEO of the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) , to explore how leadership, data, and culture intersect in one of Ontario’s most vital sectors - electrical safety. Josie shares her journey from energy lawyer to CEO, how data-driven decisions are saving lives, and what it takes to lead innovat...