Echoes of Us

What makes a voice believable isn’t certainty, it’s honesty. In this special episode, Christin Geall, author of Flora Culture and Cultivated , shares why the responsibility of a narrator isn’t to have all the answers, but to tell the truth as clearly as they can. To hold perspective, doubt, and meaning at the same time, and to invite others into that process. There are powerful parallels here. Ech...

You can care deeply about capturing the stories, perspectives, and values that shape a life. You can even know you want to do it. And still, nothing happens. This episode explores why that gap exists, and what it actually takes to move. Echoes of Us is a LegacyNex production, hosted by Elena Iacono (Founder of LegacyNex).

You can record your story. That’s easy. What’s harder is uncovering how you think, what shaped you, and what actually matters beneath it. This episode explores the difference - and why it changes everything, both now and over time. Echoes of Us is a LegacyNex production, hosted by Elena Iacono (Founder of LegacyNex).

Season one of Echoes of Us explored why this work matters. Season two is about something else. Why people feel it. Why they connect to it. And why, even then… they don’t act. Each episode is a single idea: clear, direct, and grounded in what actually happens. Because this isn’t something you decide on instantly. It’s something you come to understand. And once you do, you don’t see it the same way...

Legacy isn’t just about wealth — it’s about the wisdom, values, and stories that shape who we are. In this episode,  Elena Iacono  speaks with  Steve Beauchesne, CEO of Family Enterprise Canada , about the growing shift in how families think about inheritance. As wealth alone proves unable to anchor the next generation, families are searching for new ways to preserve what truly lasts; their insigh...

Mallory McGrath from Viive Planning is changing how Canadians are thinking about estate planning. In this episode, we dive into why storytelling and open communication aren’t just nice-to-haves — they’re the key to building deeper family connections and shaping the legacy you want to leave.

In this episode, Elena Iacono sits down with Christine Van Cauwenberghe , Head of Financial Planning at IG Wealth Management and author of  Wealth Planning Strategies for Canadians (2026 Edition)  — a leading voice in estate and wealth planning across the country. Christine shares why she believes every estate plan should capture more than just financial wishes — it should reflect the person behin...

In this episode,  Elena Iacono and Dr. Paul Edelman  — a coach, educator, and facilitator who helps families navigate leadership transitions and meaningful conversations in complicated times — come together to explore why true legacy isn’t about what you leave behind, but about what you set in motion. They unpack what holds people back from having meaningful conversations, how to foster a culture...

In this powerful episode of  Echoes of Us , Elena Iacono is joined by Kirstin Beardsley, CEO of Food Banks Canada, for an intimate conversation about the true meaning of legacy. Together, they unpack how generosity takes many forms — not just through wealth, but through time, kindness, and the stories we share. Kirstin offers a heartfelt look at how acts of giving ripple through communities and ge...

In this episode of  Echoes of Us , I sit down with Dan Pontefract — leadership strategist, author, and champion of workplace culture — to explore how legacy storytelling isn’t about building monuments to ourselves, but about offering scaffolding for others. We talk about how personal stories teach us to love more deeply, not just romantically, but in how we appreciate life, people, and moments. Da...

Who inspires the people at the top? In this episode of  Echoes of Us , I sit down with Cyril Leeder, CEO and President of the Ottawa Senators , for a candid conversation about leadership, legacy, and the people who left their mark on his life. From early mentors to pivotal career moments, Cyril reflects on the lessons that stuck, the values that guide him, and the echoes of others that still shape...

In this episode of  Echoes of Us , Elena Iacono sits down with renowned Canadian financial journalist Renée Sylvestre-Williams (Globe and Mail, CBC, Toronto Star, Money Sense, The Walrus, The Budgette) for a conversation that moves beyond dollars and cents. Together, they unpack why legacy is so often reduced to financial assets, and what can happen when we expand that definition. From life lesson...

In this episode, I’m joined by the remarkable Caterina Lo Mascolo Minthe — a woman whose life weaves together art, courage, and global connection. Born in Canada to Sicilian and Polish parents, Caterina is a publisher, editor and founder of the book publishing house Mazara Edition . She is also a contributing writer at Condé Nast's Vogue Arabia — a true force of nature in the world of storytel...

In this episode of  Echoes of Us , global philanthropist  Jay McCauley  reminds us that the values we carry aren’t just personal — they quietly shape how we lead, live, and impact the world around us. This conversation invites us to capture the voices and wisdom of those we love, preserving the lessons that not only shape lives, but build stronger communities and cultures for generations to come....

In this special episode of  Echoes of Us , I sit down with  Dr. Michelle McQuaid   — award-winning well-being expert, LinkedIn mental health thought leader, and loving granddaughter of an well-respected Australian farmer — to explore how the seeds planted by those before us shape the lives we lead today. Michelle reflects on the lessons passed down from her grandfather’s fields to her global work...

In this premiere episode, Elena Iacono sits down with Jeff Schwartz , President and CEO of Go Lime, to explore the lasting impact one person can have across generations. Jeff shares the wisdom, values, and unforgettable words of his grandfather — and how those insights continue to shape his life and leadership today. It’s a thought-provoking conversation about the true meaning of legacy: the impac...

In this special preview episode, host Elena Iacono introduces  Echoes of Us  — a LegacyNex production about presence, reflection, and the quiet power of story. Discover what the show is all about, who you’ll meet, and why now is the perfect time to start asking the questions and gathering the moments that truly matter. Because the stories we share today become the echoes that guide tomorrow.