Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce

Behind the Business

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Behind the Business is presented by the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce. Sponsored by Gore Mutual, this podcast features weekly episodes hosted by Ian McLean, President and CEO of the Greater KW Chamber. It is recorded on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee, peoples. Each week Ian sits down for candid conversations, taking listeners beyond the boardroom and Behind the Business to uncover the real stories within Waterloo Region’s business community. From innovation and sustainability to leadership and community impact, each guest offers inval...

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Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce

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Business

Podcast website

greaterkwchamber.com

Latest episode

May 14, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 11: Jess Dixon 13.07.2023

Ian McLean is joined by Jess Dixon who is the MPP for Kitchener-South Hespeler to talk about her story and what led her to get involved in politics.  Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 10: Jeff MacIntyre 13.06.2023

In the 10th episode of the Behind the Business Podcast. Ian McLean is joined by the President of the Grand Valley Construction Association, Jeff MacIntyre. Jeff talks about his career journey and how he ended up where he is today & shares valuable tips on what helped him achieve his goals. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Ki...

Episode 9: Ron Caudle 08.06.2023

Ian McLean sits down with Ron Caudle, the President of Caudle's Catch Seafood, a staple in the Waterloo Region to talk about his story of building a successful business and becoming an influential figure in the community. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 8: Ron Gagnon 25.05.2023

The President & CEO of Grand River Hospital, Ron Gagnon joins Ian McLean for a conversation on healthcare and to talk about new projects we need as we grow as a community in Waterloo Region. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 7: Geraldine Stafford 11.05.2023

In this episode, Ian McLean has a conversation with Geraldine Stafford, the Manager of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at the Waterloo Regional Police Service.  Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 6: Rocco Rossi 04.05.2023

President & CEO of the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, Rocco Rossi joins us to talk about the Ontario Federal budgets, issues of concern for Ontario businesses as we recover from the pandemic, why Ontario is an excellent location for new investment, the importance of infrastructure for attracting business investment and much more! Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean...

Episode 5: Deborah MacLatchy 20.04.2023

The President & Vice-Chancellor of Wilfrid Laurier University, Deborah MacLatchy joins Ian McLean to talk about her story, what makes Wilfrid Laurier University stand out, and much more! Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 4: Krystal Van Westerop & Jennifer Monaco 14.04.2023

National Manager of Women in Enterprise at TD Bank Krystal Van Westerop and Regional Manager, Jennifer Monaco sit down with Ian McLean to talk about the work they are doing to support women entrepreneurs. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 3: Perrin Beatty 06.04.2023

The President & CEO of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Perrin Beatty joins Ian McLean for a conversation. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 1: Scott Higgins 30.03.2023

In our first ever episode, Scott Higgins, owner and founder of HIP Developments joins Ian McLean to share his thoughts on a wide variety of issues in Waterloo Region. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 2: John Tibbits 30.03.2023

Ian McLean sits down with the President of Conestoga College, John Tibbits. Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

Episode 1: Scott Higgins 27.03.2023

Ian McLean sits down with Scott Higgins, President of HIP Developments to discuss what HIP is working on, housing issues in Waterloo Region, the Youth Creativity Fund and more! Get a look Behind the Business  in Waterloo Region with Ian McLean, President & CEO of the Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce.

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