Ivey Executive Education Presents: Learning In Action

Responsible leadership prioritizes the well-being of society and the environment and strategically planning for long-term outcomes that benefit the collective. However, the pursuit of responsible leadership can often conflict with individual and organizational economic interests, and it requires the courage to challenge conventional business practices and the skills to generate organizational buy-...

In this episode, we explore the role that regenerative agriculture can play in the transition to a more sustainable food system, and how the food industry and the financial sector can help incentivize and scale the adoption of more sustainable practices by producers. For this discussion moderated by Bryan Benjamin , Executive Director of The Ivey Academy, we are joined by guests: John Uhren , Mana...

Traditional work conditions were developed with a narrow vision of what kind of worker should succeed. Many organizations still operate with the approach that individuals who fall outside of these traditional ideals must seek individualized accommodations to help them adapt to the traditional work environment. However, when we design work environments specifically to support Neurodiversity, we not...

In this episode produced in partnership with the Centre for Building Sustainable Value at Ivey Business School and the Institute for Sustainable Finance , our panelists explore the large-scale opportunity for Canada to be a leader in agri-food, examining facets such as sustainability, technological innovation, and competing within a global market. For this discussion moderated by Bryan Benjamin, E...

The evolution of work is accelerating faster than organizations are adapting. Transformative technological change, shifting personal priorities, troubling economic trends, and fluid approaches to career growth have put many leaders on the defensive as they attempt to reinforce a more traditional employee value proposition. As with any disruption, this uncertainty presents unique opportunities for...

In our second episode on neurodiversity in the workplace, we explore how to lead by creating an inclusive work environment that matches the individual needs and preferences of your employees and empowers each member of your team to embrace their differences. During this episode, our guests explore the benefits of neurodiversity at work and unpack the deficits in traditional managerial structures t...

ChatGPT, as a language AI program, has captured the public’s attention with its ability to respond to user queries by creating unique generated answers. It’s a highly valuable tool for professionals in knowledge industries, but it also raised questions around what could become automated in certain industries and how it will impact the role of humans in organizations. We discuss ChatGPT in contrast...

In this episode, we discuss Agentic and Communal traits and how leaders can apply aspects of both to motivate employees and create a positive work atmosphere within their organizations. We explore how we understand leadership, shifting social norms around the concept of leadership, the importance of empowering and coaching your employees, and key principles that can help guide our decision-making...

As a leader, it’s critical to think ahead, especially when it comes to technology. Digital disruption provides an array of challenges but also offers many unique opportunities across almost all industries. Blockchain technology — while initially associated with bitcoin and cryptocurrency — has the potential to be applied to databases and information management across many sectors, but what exactly...

Canadians are confronted daily by reports that their health system teeters on the brink of collapse. Leaders from across the country insist the status quo is untenable, and that this is a time for innovation, with potential for new processes and models of care. A commitment to novel approaches creates an opportunity for cross-sector collaboration as a means to improve the health and welfare of all...

A growing number of Canadian companies are making major commitments to reduce their climate emissions through setting “science-based” targets, with some pledging to more than halve their emissions in the next decade. A new Ivey research initiative – Corporate Strategies for Net-Zero – is engaging with these leading companies across key sectors of the economy, exploring the firm-level strategic dim...

While we might initially have a vision of a final destination in our career, the actual journey to get there often isn’t as straightforward as initially planned. However, there is great value in the unforeseen routes you might stumble upon along the way. In this episode, Ivey alum Erik Mikkelsen, HBA '06, shares his journey through entrepreneurship and the detours within his career where he found...

Leaders at all levels will face tests of character and resilience – defining moments that shape us as individuals and contribute to our shared global future. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy serves as a paradigm of leader character, whose example can guide individuals across all areas of leadership to step up, leverage their influence, and create positive change. Our panelists explore key l...

Work-life balance has been a growing area of concern for decades, but today we seem to struggle more than ever in achieving a healthy equilibrium. The increasing frequency of work-from-home during the pandemic has now worsened the blurred boundaries between employees' professional and personal lives. While most professionals have personally suffered the impact of a work-life imbalance, the path to...

While Canada is a hub for creative potential and innovation, we're also known for exporting our best business ideas. Is there more to that story? What will it mean for all companies to become more 'global' in the future? In this episode recorded for Global Ivey Day 2021, host Mazi Raz , MBA ’05, PhD ’14, Assistant Professor and Director of Learning Design & Strategy at The Ivey Academy, and gu...

We live in a time defined by large-scale environmental and societal challenges. The climate emergency, rising levels of inequality, agriculture and food security, and growing unemployment rates are among many trends affecting all societies and sectors. In light of these, what role can organizations play to help tackle these challenges? How can organizations—whether in the public or private sector—...

While the full economic impact of COVID clearly has yet to be felt, the way economic fallout is disproportionately affecting women, low-wage workers, young people, racialized Canadians, people with disabilities and living with mental illness, and rural communities without reliable internet access. While we’re in the same storm, Canadians are not all in the same boat. This rapid acceleration of wea...

The transition to a “net-zero” climate emissions economy will have profound implications for all organizations, not just those in heavy-emitting sectors. Many leaders are making long-term commitments to climate action and the forces driving this transition are already building compelling momentum: investors are changing perspectives on future value; technologies are maturing; policies are shifting...

As our shared recognition of neurodiversity continues to expand, progressive organizations around the world are finding new ways of being inclusive. From hiring processes to wellness programs, it is becoming increasingly clear that supporting neurodiversity at work has a transformative impact on organizations. In today’s discussion, host Mazi Raz from the Ivey Academy and our guests explore neurod...

As the world grows to become more digital, organizations and governments continue to spend billions of dollars on Cybersecurity. Yet, as their investment has grown, the frequency and the consequences of cyber breaches have increased noticeably. Stories of data breaches and ransomware attacks are appearing more regularly in the news, impacting organizations of all sizes in every sector. Guests: Dr....

For most people, there is lot of anxiety tied to taking risks: What if you make a big move only for it not to pan out? What if you end up regretting it? People often end up getting paralyzed by fear when it comes to taking risks in their careers, instead opting to play it safe. However, Sukhinder Singh Cassidy, HBA ’92, a leading digital CEO and entrepreneur, argues that taking bold risks might be...

Ageism, or generational prejudice, in the workplace is often overlooked compared to other issues in equity, diversity, and inclusion. Discussion on the topic is often focused on generalizations and stereotypes of perceived differences, and as a result, generations and generational differences have been blamed for many things, from declining levels of work ethics or higher rates of job-hopping. In...