Pace & Purpose

As Pace & Purpose reaches Episode 25, this special holiday edition brings together voices from across the podcast’s first season to pause, reflect, and celebrate the traditions that ground us. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and curl up on the couch for an episode of warm-hearted nostalgia.  Since launching in July, the podcast has reached listeners in 38 countries and over 350 cities worldwide — and...

Summary In this episode of the Pace and Purpose podcast, host Kirstyn DeVries interviews Dilys Maltby, chair of Circus, a boutique management consultancy specializing in purpose and proposition.  Dilys shares her unconventional career journey, from her early indecision about her professional path to her eventual success in the branding and consultancy space.  She discusses the founding of Circus,...

In this episode of the Pace and Purpose podcast, Kirstyn DeVries reconnects with Clive, a seasoned entrepreneur and consultant.  Clive shares his journey from a creative career in television to establishing a global consultancy aimed at helping entrepreneurs realize their potential. The conversation delves into themes of collaboration, the importance of purpose, and the balance between personal we...

Alex Wallace is the Founder of the Mintridge Foundation. Established in 2015 when Alex was 24, Mintridge has worked with over 100,000 young people. As a lifelong sports fan and with a wealth of knowledge across the school sector, Alex was keen to channel her interests and help others and give all young people equal sporting opportunities.  Alex wanted to use her experiences, both positive and nega...

In this episode of the Pace and Purpose show, Kirstyn DeVries welcomes Philippa Tyndale (Pip), a passionate advocate for women's education and empowerment, to discuss her journey from a journalist to a leader in the nonprofit sector.  Philippa shares her experiences growing up in Australia, her transformative travels, and her work with Opportunity International and the Te Kworo Foundation.  T...

In this episode of the Pace & Purpose podcast, Kirstyn DeVries interviews Sari Wotawa, exploring themes of inclusion, resilience, and personal growth. Sari shares her journey from a multicultural upbringing in Australia to a career in learning and development, emphasising the importance of saying yes to opportunities and finding joy in everyday moments.  The conversation delves into Sari'...

In this engaging conversation, Sheldon Levy reflects on his extensive career in education, sharing insights on leadership, the importance of critical thinking, and the impact of mentorship.  He discusses his journey from a lower middle-class background to becoming a prominent figure in Canadian education, emphasizing the significance of taking risks and building community.  Throughout the dialogue...

In this episode, Kirstyn DeVries reflects on her personal journey, exploring themes of change, purpose, and resilience. She shares insights from her life experiences, including her upbringing, career, and personal challenges, and how these have shaped her current outlook and podcasting journey. Kirstyn emphasizes the importance of adapting to change and finding one's purpose through choice an...

A Veteran's Journey of Discipline, Disruption, and Driving Change in Tech and Beyond Join this inspiring conversation with Tony Margiotta, Veteran, and Head of UK Business 3S Money, exploring his journey from a military career to becoming a prominent figure in the FinTech community. Discover the lessons learned, the importance of community, and the power of discipline and purpose. Bio: Today...

Justin Fogarty, co-founder of Talk A Mile, discusses his journey from a tech career to founding a nonprofit focused on fostering conversations between students and police trainees. The conversation explores the impact of movement on dialogue, the challenges of scaling a nonprofit, and the importance of curiosity and active listening in education and community building. Bio: Justin and his family a...

Alex Staniforth is a record-breaking adventurer, ultra-runner, author, and charity founder from Chester who is no stranger to overcoming challenges. By the age of nineteen, he had already survived the two biggest disasters in Mount Everest history. Yet his greatest obstacles have been closer to home: living with mental ill health, epilepsy, a stammer, and bullying. Alex is the author of Icefall an...

Bev founded Churchill & Partners in 2018, specialising in Intelligent Retail Strategy for World-Class Developments, creating and cultivating value for world-class clients through innovative commercial and creative strategies tailored for Retail, Dining, and Entertainment destinations. Bev draws on deep expertise gained from 25 years in retail and real estate, including transformative roles at...

Mark Busse is a Canadian brand strategist, leadership coach, facilitator, and professional instigator who helps leaders turn purpose into performance. A flâneur at heart, he’s known for designing the conversations that build brands—blending strategy, facilitation, and coaching to align story, culture, and execution. As co-founder of Industrial Brand, Mark led AEC firms to differentiate beyond “pre...

In this episode of "Pace & Purpose," host Kirstyn DeVries sits down with Drew Dugan, founder of DVLP Music, to explore his transformative journey from addiction to entrepreneurship.  Drew shares insights on personal development, the power of music, and the importance of embracing one's true self.  Tune in to discover how Drew's experiences have shaped his mission to inspire...

Kathy is a 2 time Olympian, competed at 21 world championships including a team bronze medal and several individual top 10 finishes. Kathy was a 5 x NCAA champion while competing at the University of Wisconsin and multiple time British and Canadian national champion.  Kathy had coached for over 25 years starting as a volunteer coach at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and then at Stanford Univ...

Nicholas Turco is a professional mountain runner and international human rights advocate whose career bridges athletics, law, and social impact.  Ranked among the top 30 mountain runners in the world, Nicholas has competed on the Golden Trail World Series and represented brands like Salomon and INOV8. But his influence extends beyond the trails. As a Savit Scholar at the University of Colorado Bou...

Alex Kolodkin is the founder and CEO of Set Scouter, a film locations marketplace that simplifies commercial and film production scouting across North America.  Founded in Toronto, the company is backed by investors from Silicon Valley and Canada - and continues to set the industry standard for sourcing sets of all kinds, from small indie films, TV series, and cinematic blockbusters. Set Scouter s...

Kim Rowell is the Managing Editor of News Production at ITN and passionate advocate for amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities through storytelling, a commitment that has defined her career over the past two decades.  With an impressive portfolio that spans major broadcasters, independent production companies, and publishers, Kim has established herself as a leading figure in the re...

Valerie Fox is an expert in building thriving entrepreneurial communities, both locally and globally, by fostering partnerships and embracing intentional diversity.  Based in Toronto, Canada, she’s perhaps best known as the co-founder and former Executive Director of the DMZ, a leading innovation hub.  More recently, she founded The Pivotal Point, where she’s helping grow community-based incubator...

Amritpal Ghatora is a British-born Indian distance runner, coach, and inclusive community builder based in London. Amrit is the UK community and marketing manager for TrackSmith, shaping vibrant grassroots runs like speed workouts on the track and the famous TrackSmith Sunday Church of the Long Run.  He has completed an astounding 29 marathons to date and is a proud six star finisher of the Abbott...

Rosemary is an entrepreneur with more than a decade of experience in wealth & tax advisory where she has been recognised with multiple awards and repeatedly in industry media for her business standards and quality of service.  Just a decade into her advisory career, Rosemary managed $220M in assets under management for her clients. She is a published author of Practicing Hospitality: The Art a...

Chantal Epp is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, 2x World Champion Cheerleader, and founder of ClicknClear, a music rights tech and licensing company solving copyright infringement issues across choreographed sports and performing arts worldwide.  ClicknClear was awarded a United Nations Innovation Award from the World Intellectual Property Organization, and Chantal has previously been featured...

Lydia is a UK-based artist whose work embodies the power of athleticism and movement with a focus on the representation of women through figurative painting, printmaking, and drawing. She is particularly interested in how women have influenced the trajectory of Art.  Lydia holds an MFA in Painting from the Slade School of Fine Art at University College London and a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Art fr...

Franke is a Partner and CEO of Anomaly, an internationally awarded creative marketing and advertising agency (named the “#1 Advertising Agency of the Year” in 2017 and 2022).   His current client list includes brands like: Amazon Ads, Albertsons, Bud Light, Celsius, Chevy, Diageo, Ferrero, Google Shopping, Starbucks, and Target.  Franke joined Anomaly 18 years ago starting in the New York office a...

Natasha Wodak is a professional runner, 20 time Canadian national team member, Olympian and Canadian women's record holder in the marathon at (2:23:12). Natasha is a 2 time olympian in (2016 in the 10,000m) and (2020 in the marathon) She has been making a full time career in the sport of running for over 8 years and is a beacon of inspiration to athletes around the globe.  Her journey has tak...