The Retaining Purpose Podcast

Today we’re joined by Jeremy Lang, a purpose-driven Canadian entrepreneur and visionary founder with over 25 years of experience in both entrepreneurship and the corporate world.    As the founder of Open Mind Developments and Pela , and co-founder of Lomi , Jeremy pioneered the compostable phone case and smart waste appliance categories. His companies have sold millions of products worldwide, pre...

Meet Judy Riege - a leadership mentor who has spent over 25 years helping leaders at every level reach their highest potential.    Judy’s passion lies in mentoring the next generation, integrating insights from neuroscience, psychology, and leadership theory to design memorable, impactful learning experiences. With a focus on emotional intelligence and shared leadership, she helps individuals and...

Today we’re joined by Brandy Old and Craig Elias, a dynamic duo passionate about helping aspiring entrepreneurs take their first steps, and growing startup communities around the world.    Over the past nine years, Brandy and Craig have supported hundreds of first-time, early-stage, underrepresented, rural, and student entrepreneurs in navigating the challenges of launching a business. They’ve wor...

Today we’re joined by Wendy Murphy, CEO and Partner of The Timber Tech Group of Companies – Timber Tech Truss, Brydon Stairs, and Timber Tech Building Solutions. With nearly three decades in Alberta’s construction industry, Wendy has led transformational growth through new divisions, strategic acquisitions, and a people-first approach to leadership. In this episode, Wendy shares her journey from l...

Today on the podcast we’re joined by Ann Mitchell, City Manager at the City of Medicine Hat. With over 30 years of experience in local government, Ann brings a deep understanding of what it takes to lead municipal organizations with both strategic vision and operational excellence. Throughout her career, she has embraced the challenge of balancing internal leadership with external accountability,...

Today we’re joined by Jennifer Massig, CEO of Engineering – a civil engineering firm in Calgary dedicated to creating innovative stormwater management solutions for communities across Western Canada and beyond.     After years in traditional firms, Jennifer launched Magna with a vision to do things differently: blending technical expertise with a strong sense of culture, collaboration, and communi...

Today we’re joined by Bryan Bates, Principal and Founder of Cogitact - an automation consultancy helping Canadian small businesses automate and streamline their technology to improve their workflows. With over 25 years of experience in operations, technology, and consulting, Bryan brings a rare blend of business strategy and technical insight. At Cogitact, he partners with professional service fir...

Today we’re joined by Ken Vowels, District Sales Manager at SiteOne Landscape Supply, North America's largest supplier in the green industry.  Through his role at SiteOne, he has had the opportunity to connect with a wide range of professionals and industry experts, gaining valuable insights and collaborating on various projects.  A Certified Irrigation Professional and lifelong student of wat...

Today we’re joined by Levi Cochrane, Videographer and Youth Coordinator at Hillcrest Church in Medicine Hat.     In this episode, we discuss the importance of mentoring Gen-Z, the role we have as leaders, and what it means to show up for this generation with honesty, consistency, and compassion. Drawing from his own experience as a creator and youth leader, Levi shares his perspective on identity,...

Retaining Purpose is a space for conversations that go beyond strategy and success, to the deeper why behind how we lead, live and grow. Each episode will feature people who are navigating real life, building businesses, raising families, and walking through change and choosing to stay anchored in what matters most along the way. It's not about perfection or polish. It's about honesty, cla...