The Boardroom 180 Podcast

In this episode of the Boardroom 180 podcast, host Munir Haque engages with Dr. Saba Hasanie, a renowned coaching psychologist and global leadership advisor. They explore the profound impact of our past on leadership and decision-making, diving into Dr. Hasanie's pioneering research and her Origins Framework. This framework highlights the significance of biographical influences in coaching psychol...

In this episode, host Munir Haque sits down with Kirstine Stewart, an internationally recognized executive at the intersection of media, tech, and innovation. From transforming Canada’s public broadcaster to leading Twitter’s expansion across North America, Kirstine’s journey offers a masterclass in navigating disruption, driving change, and staying anchored in purpose. The conversation traces Kir...

In this episode, host Munir Haque sits down with Musap “Moose” Abdel , a social-impact entrepreneur whose journey from systemic barriers to award-winning changemaker reframes what purposeful growth really looks like. Moose explains how he built QA Enterprises to guide companies on AI governance and literacy while running Struggle Is Your Success (SIYS) , a nonprofit that turns lived experience int...

In this episode of Boardroom 180, Munir Haque sits down with innovation strategist Ed Bernacki to challenge the traditional assumptions around innovation. From international consulting to developing idea journals used by thousands, Ed shares how innovation isn’t about flashy tech or radical disruption, it’s a disciplined mindset rooted in trust, collaboration, and a deep understanding of problem-s...

In this episode, the host’s guest is Don Jones, a human potential architect and experiential learning pioneer who has designed immersive behavioral simulations for more than 40,000 leaders in over 70 countries. The conversation delves into the concept of “Human Potential Architecture” and how organizational systems, culture, processes, and structure, either amplify or suppress individual and team...

In this episode, the host’s guest is Yusuf Azizullah, a board governance expert and advisor who works with companies and directors around the world on the fast-moving landscape of AI oversight and organizational risk. The conversation explores the growing responsibilities of boards as artificial intelligence transforms every sector, from finance and healthcare to mining and entertainment, and how...

In this episode, Munir Haque’s guest is Stacey Adelman, an organizational psychologist and mental‑health advocate whose work reframes resilience and vulnerability in leadership. She joins the show to explore the hidden costs of “surviving” in high‑stakes roles—from the panic that strikes before every presentation to the isolating myth of “bouncing back.” Stacey reveals why traditional resilience a...

In this episode, host Munir Haque’s guests are members of the ActionEdge team who work in ActionEdge Business Development, ActionEdge Executive Development, and ActionEdge Coach. Munir talks with managing partners Kevin Simpson and Jarrod Stanton about the origins of ActionEdge and the passions they instill into the business. He speaks with Cory Dyrland, Ester Pike, Kris Segmeth, and Bertha Taylor...

In this episode, host Munir Haque’s guest is Bryce Tingle, who holds the N. Murray Edwards Chair in Business Law at the University of Calgary. Bryce is also a member of the Alberta Securities Commission and the author of a new book called “Hard Lessons in Corporate Governance” . He joins Munir to talk about the evolution of venture capital, the role of corporate governance in shaping the success o...

In this episode, host Munir Haque’s guest is Gareth Gregory, the North American Head of Strategic Energy, Client Delivery, and 59Hydrogen Decarbonization Division of the Energy Security Services North America or ESSNA. Munir and Gareth discuss the intersection of governance, innovation, and the evolving energy landscape. With decades of experience in energy modelling, decarbonization, and hydrogen...

In this episode, host Munir Haque welcomes Chris Doble, Director of the Venture Mentoring Service of Alberta (VMSA), to the show to talk about the mentorship that VMSA offers to entrepreneurs by assembling teams of experienced business leaders. Based on MIT’s Venture Mentoring Service model, the VMSA focuses on personal leadership development rather than business operations, emphasizing mentorship...

In this episode, host Munir Haque welcomes Matt Fullbrook, creator of the One Minute Governance podcast and the Ground-Up Governance platform, to the show to discuss his 23 years of experience in more than 300 boardrooms, ranging from local non-profits to global corporations. Through extensive research, Matt discovered that there’s not much consensus in academic literature about the impact of gove...

In this episode, host Munir Haque welcomes Phil DeMont, a seasoned journalist, broadcaster, and expert in economics and public policy, to The Boardroom 180. Phil DeMont is known for simplifying complex business topics for diverse audiences across various broadcast platforms. Munir explores Phil's career journey, his insights into the evolving media landscape, and the interplay of governance, busin...

In this episode, host Munir Haque welcomes Brian Hayward, author of The Great Chair and Founder of Aldare Resources, to the show to discuss the governance insights and role of the board chair as presented in his book. Brian has nearly 40 years of experience at the C-suite and board level and his practical insights into board leadership are founded on having attended over 600 board meetings, servin...

In this episode of The Boardroom 180 Podcast , host Munir Haque delves into nonprofit governance with Bruce Anderson, an accomplished leader with extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, entrepreneurship, and board governance. Bruce shares insights from his decades of experience serving on over 21 nonprofit and professional boards, including Habitat for Humanity Saskatchewan and CAA Saskatche...

In this episode, Munir Haque welcomes Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver to the podcast to discuss Alberta's Bill 20, a legislative reform aiming to improve transparency and accountability in municipal elections while empowering voters. Mr. McIver explains the bill as introducing the creation of municipal political parties in Calgary and Edmonton, whose affiliations will be listed on ballots, r...

In this episode, Munir Haque speaks with John Stevens and Jason Vandenberg, president and senior vice president of Camilla Advisory Group, about their approach to employee ownership and advisory services. John and Jason discuss Camilla’s three primary service areas: employee share plans, fractional CFO services, and merger and acquisition (M&A) advisory. They emphasize their focus on employee...

In this episode, host Munir Haque interviews the president and CEO of Shane Homes, Shane Wenzel. Shane Homes, of which Shane Wenzel is the namesake, has been the leading builder in the Calgary region for over 45 years. Shane Wenzel oversees policy advice through Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Calgary as well as economic engagement with the Alberta Enterprise Group in addition to lea...

In this episode, host Munir Haque interviews Collin Pullar, President of the Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association, in-demand speaker, contributor to Canadian business magazines, and host of The Bald Leadership podcast. The SCSA provides construction, safety training, advisory and auditing services for over 10,000 companies, and when combined with the whole of his career, this gives Collin...

In this episode, host Munir Haque interviews Melinda Park, a partner at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, who made history as the first woman to chair the firm's board. With over 20 years of legal experience in corporate governance, securities, and capital markets, Melinda discusses how her career journey has been driven by a fascination with how corporate entities operate. She addresses the unique role...

In this episode of The Boardroom 180 Podcast, host Munir Haque invites the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Canada's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, to share insights on diplomatic relations and governance. The conversation covers the importance of anticipating global trends and how challenging it has become with the increasing pace of change and interconnectedness. They also discuss Goodale's e...

Munir Haque is joined by Gary Mar, President and CEO of the Canada West Foundation and former Member of the Legislative Assembly in Alberta from 1993 to 2007. Gary discusses the Canada West Foundation’s work and shares with Munir the differences between governmental governance and governance in industry. With his experience across different types of boards, Gary understands what makes a good one a...

Munir Haque is joined by exit plan advisor and co-founder of Village Wellth, Elizabeth MacRae, to talk about the buying and selling of business and why Village Wellth was founded to facilitate those needs. What is the board of directors’ role in an acquisition or sale? What is typically overseen by the board? Liz sheds light on how they operate in her world and what makes exit planning such a vita...

Join us for a compelling conversation with Karen Smith as we delve into the essentials of ethical decision-making and governance across corporate and municipal boards. Our speakers shed light on the critical importance of fostering an ethical culture, maintaining transparency, and ensuring accountability. Listeners will discover why effective governance is a must in today's complex communities, wh...

Host Munir Haque, in partnership with ActionEdge Executive Development, welcomes guest Brad Sugars to the show. Brad Sugars is the world’s number-one business coach with a 30-year career. He is a found and chairman of Action Coach and has written 18 books on business, marketing, and leadership, including The Wealth Coach and Pulling Profits Out of a Hat . Brad discusses the nuances and necessities...