CEO Global Network Podcast

What does it take to lead a company the way a quarterback leads a team? In this episode of CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Jon Kronemeyer , President at Dahl Valve Limited and former starting quarterback for the Concordia Stingers, to explore how lessons from the field translate into boardroom success. Jon shares his insights on building trust, driving accountability, and ma...

In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast , John Wilson sits down with Jeff O’Neill - a seasoned executive and Group Leader at CEO Global Network - to unpack what it really takes to lead at the highest level. Jeff shares hard-won insights from his time leading iconic brands like High Liner Foods, McCain, Pepsi, and Quaker Oats. From his philosophy on “unlocking the special in people” to na...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Annie Laplante, President & CEO of Group MMI, to explore the leadership decisions, values, and innovations that have shaped her 10-year journey at the helm. Annie shares how a people-first philosophy, hands-on leadership, and a commitment to culture have fueled the growth of Group MMI while keeping humanity at the co...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Zain Bari, CEO of Matra AI and Matra AI Labs, psychotherapist, life coach, and executive coach, to explore the intersection of leadership, human-centered values, and AI governance. Zain shares her unique approach to leading an AI advisory firm while staying grounded in empathy and human connection, discusses the emerging...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Hartley Harris , President and CEO of Catch Engineering , to explore how leadership, culture, and innovation intersect in today’s energy sector. Hartley shares his insights on: Building a culture that attracts and retains top engineering talent The modularization innovations reshaping the energy industry Balancing...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Shouyi Ma, President and CEO of Hanson Canada, to explore the transformative power of international education and the meaning of responsible leadership. Shouyi shares how Hanson Canada supports international students, the role of accountability in building trust, balancing innovation with tradition in higher education, a...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Dan Snow, Founder and CEO of Snow Collective, to explore how mid-size B2B companies can grow efficiently while maintaining a cohesive team culture. Dan shares his journey from working in ad agencies to founding his own marketing firm, highlights some of his most creative campaigns, and offers actionable strategies for le...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Anindo Dey, CEO of Alibris, the leading independent e-commerce marketplace for books and related products. With over eight years at the helm, Anindo shares insights on scaling a global business, managing operations across continents, and how AI is reshaping the book retail and publishing sectors. From overcoming supply c...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , John Wilson sits down with Jane Moran, Chief Learning Officer at Inspiring Wiring, Inc., to explore how neuroscience can transform leadership and organizational culture. Jane shares her insights on applying brain-based strategies to drive high performance, creating psychological safety in teams, and overcoming the fear-based barriers that hold ex...

In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Jennifer Watson , Managing Partner at Watson Investments , to discuss how CEOs and business leaders can take a more strategic approach to managing their personal and professional wealth. Jennifer shares why CEOs need to treat their personal finances with the same intentionality as their business strategy - starting...

In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Darren Munnich , a seasoned executive and Group Leader at CEO Global Network. Darren shares key lessons from his decades-long career at Sysco, where he served as President, EVP, and CFO across multiple regions, and how those experiences now inform his work mentoring CEOs and leaders. You’ll hear Darren discuss: The...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Andrew Moles, Vice President and General Manager of PCL Solar at PCL Construction, to explore the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy. With Andrew's leadership, PCL Solar has made remarkable strides, delivering over 10 gigawatts of utility-scale projects. In this conversation, Andrew shares insights on pushin...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network podcast, David Smith, Leadership Coach and Mentor at CEO Global Network, shares his insights on leadership and the transition from serving as President in major companies like Compass Group to mentoring top executives. He discusses the essential attributes of great CEOs, common blind spots in senior leadership, and the critical importance of emotional inte...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Umar Syed, CEO of RegenaLife , to explore how proactive health screening, AI-driven diagnostics, and innovative care models are transforming longevity medicine. Umar shares his journey from pharmaceuticals and investment banking to founding RegenaLife, a company dedicated to early detection and prevention of chroni...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Darrell Keezer , founder and CEO of Candybox Marketing and a keynote speaker on Marketing & AI. Darrell shares how his journey began in 2008, the evolution of Candybox Marketing, and his mission to make digital marketing actually work for businesses. He dives into how AI is transforming consumer behavior, why AI...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Linda Kern , a seasoned sales executive and Founder of The Kern Group. Linda shares powerful insights on what it takes to build, scale, and sustain high-performing sales teams. She covers: The overlooked factor in building great sales teams How to balance accountability and motivation The biggest mistakes companies...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Karim S. Leduc , founder and CEO of DULCEDO Management , Canada’s leading multidisciplinary talent management agency. Karim shares his journey from launching a high-profile model agency in 2008 to pioneering influencer representation in Canada, building an international roster that spans fashion, sports, entertainme...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Vincent Travaglini , retired President & CEO of StackTeck. With over three decades of leadership in engineering, operations, and executive management, Vince shares the innovations that transformed the mold-making industry, the cultural mindset that fueled StackTeck’s growth, and the role of automation in shapin...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , host John Wilson sits down with Daniel Wigdor  - Professor, inventor, tech entrepreneur, and CEO of AXL: Human Potential, AI Super Powered . Daniel shares insights on why Canada leads in AI research but struggles to commercialize it, the missing “middle layer” of applied research, and how AXL is bridging that gap. He discusses misconceptions abou...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast , George Torok , an executive speech coach and presentation skills trainer, shares invaluable insights on how to perfect your public speaking for high-stakes situations. From the biggest mistakes CEOs make in presentations to how you can transform your approach, George breaks down the essentials of effective communication. Whether you’re preparing...

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer La Forge, General Manager of Rakuten Rewards Canada, to dive deep into how consumer behavior has drastically shifted in the digital age. Jennifer shares insights into how the rise of social commerce, influencer-driven purchasing, and seamless mobile shopping experiences are reshaping the retail industry.  We also explore...

Chef-founder Jose Hadad built Mad Mexican from a tiny condo kitchen into a beloved, handcrafted, chemical-free food brand - without compromising on freshness or integrity. In this quick-hit conversation with host John Wilson , Jose shares the “against all odds” decisions that shaped the company, why Viva la revolución is more than a tagline, how he engineered a just-in-time distribution model to p...

How do you build a workplace that people love—enough to be ranked the #1 restaurant employer in Canada? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Nick Dean , President & Director at The Keg Restaurants Ltd. Nick shares practical leadership lessons from a “zigzag” career spanning agencies, cannabis, and hospitality - plus the timeless principles that let...

How do you lead an organization through crisis, double its size, and still stay true to your core values? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson speaks with Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard , about the leadership lessons he’s learned guiding his team to record-breaking results—even in the middle of a global pandemic. Dustin shares how values, trust, and resilience...

Can free snacks and ping pong tables really make employees happy? Not according to Dr. Adam Stoehr , award-winning university professor and employee happiness researcher. In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Adam to unpack the myths around workplace happiness—and what leaders should really be focusing on instead. Adam shares insights from his PhD resea...