Hosted by corporate and climate expert, Oliver Yates, this podcast discusses what's really going on below the surface. Often the news and headlines don't give us the full story and Oliver is uncovering the truth. Each episode will bring to light real issues in climate change, politics and the news and expose the truth. Oliver makes the complex, simple so that young millennials understand the key issues occurring in the news today.
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Every month, the Institute of Leadership's CEO, John Mark Williams, is joined by senior leaders from around the world to discuss their real-life experiences of everyday leadership practice, challenge outdated leadership practices and offer a fresh take on the issues that today's leaders face. Subscribe through any major podcast platform.
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In the ever-shifting landscape of innovation and evolution, "Re:Design”, a 6-part series by Mima, a design agency that anchors the essence of what truly propels our world forward: people. Dive into stimulating and fascinating conversations as Mima brings together experts and visionary thinkers from diverse industries together to unravel the power of human-centred design in addressing the most intricate business challenges of our era. Together, each episode invites listeners to traverse unfam ...
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For years, Canada has been a fintech nation on the rise. Join Alex Vronces, the Executive Director of Fintechs Canada, and Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a renowned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, as they sit down with the innovators shaping the future of Canadian finance. From groundbreaking startups to established players, our guests share their stories, strategies, and visions for the future. Tune in for exclusive insights and real conversa ...
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Leading with your brain with Dr. Britt Andreatta
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Deputy CEO Melanie Robinson is joined by internationally recognised thought leader, award-winning influencer and author, Dr. Britt Andreatta, to discuss the neuroscience behind effective leadership.
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Communicate like a leader with Oliver Aust
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Deputy CEO Melanie Robinson is joined by world-renowned communication expert and best-selling author Oliver Aust to discover what makes a top 1% communicator.
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Creating a winning culture with KOHO's Chief Banking Officer, Peter Aceto
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Join us as we sit down with Peter Aceto, a board member of Fintechs Canada, Chief Banking Officer at KOHO, and former CEO of ING DIRECT (now Tangerine). Peter offers valuable insights into building a winning culture, the role of leadership, and the power of intellectual curiosity. We also explore the future of banking, his journey at Tangerine, and…
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The importance of industry associations with Wealthsimple's Jess Oliver
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Join us as we talk with Wealthsimple’s Jess Oliver about the importance of industry associations and their role in shaping fintech. Jess also shares what’s underrated about Wealthsimple, her insights on fintech vs. traditional financial institutions, and how her experience in politics and hospitality has shaped her unique perspective. If you enjoye…
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Cracking the Code of Effective Training with L&D Detective, Kevin M. Yates
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Our CEO John Mark Williams is joined by renowned ‘L&D Detective’ Kevin M. Yates to uncover the mysteries of measurement and explore the science behind effective learning and training.
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Unlocking bitcoin with Shakepay CEO Jean Amiouny
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In this episode, we sit down with Shakepay CEO Jean Amiouny to explore the journey from founding Shakepay to its evolution into a broader financial services company. Jean shares insights on the future of bitcoin, the importance of customer feedback, and his unique perspectives on urban aesthetics. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and l…
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How regulation shapes Canada’s payment landscape with Apaylo CEO Ryan Yates
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This week, Alex sits down with Apaylo CEO Ryan Yates to explore how regulation is shaping Canada’s payment landscape. They dive into the challenges of securing a banking license, the impact of Canadian financial oversight on innovation, and the unique opportunities for payment service providers in the current market. If you enjoyed this episode, pl…
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Our CEO, John Mark Williams is joined by Alex Smith, Managing Director Volkswagen Group UK Ltd, as they explore: Failure and setbacks, cultures of innovation and continuous improvement, and the balance that is needed for short-term results with long-term vision.
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The future of fintech innovation with Sue Britton
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If you've heard of fintech, you've likely heard of Sue Britton. This week, Alex sits down with Sue as to discuss her career journey, the future of credit unions, fostering innovation, life in Victoria B.C., and the future of fintech in Canada. If you liked this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating on your preferred platform. Your support he…
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Military Leadership with Liz ‘Chinook Chick’ McConaghy.
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John Mark Williams is joined by Liz McConaghy, the longest-serving female crewman on the Royal Air Force Chinook Fleet, as they discuss military leadership, veteran mental health, and resilience with teamwork.
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Discover our first-ever special edition podcast. Join John Chantry and special guest Stuart Tootal as they discuss the impact of military productivity skills on the civilian workplace. Stuart Tootal, a decorated British Army veteran, transitioned to a successful career at Barclays, where he founded the Barclays Armed Forces Transition Employment an…
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The Challenges to the Hospitality Industry with Scott Brown.
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John Mark Williams is joined by Scott Brown, UK Director of Sales at Meliá Hotels International, as they discuss the challenges the hospitality industry faces, authenticity within leadership and the importance of navigating and adapting to ever-changing environments.
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Why Canada needs to invest in competition with Keldon Bester
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In this episode, we’re diving into the world of competition reform in Canada with Keldon Bester, Executive Director of the Canadian Anti-Monopoly Project (CAMP). Keldon shares his extensive knowledge and passion for fair markets, giving us a unique look at the current landscape of competition policy in Canada. If you liked this episode, please subs…
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How a love for Jordans led to a career in fintech with Abraham Tachjian
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Welcome to Season 2! We're excited to launch another season of our podcast, diving into the personal journeys of fintech leaders with our Executive Director, Alex Vronces at the helm. This week, we feature Abraham Tachjian, Canada's former open banking lead, to explore open banking, fintech, and surprisingly... Jordans? If you liked this episode, p…
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Business & Leadership Change with Stuart Andrews.
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Our CEO, John Mark Williams is joined by Stuart Andrews, Executive Leadership Coach and LinkedIn Leadership Top Voice 🎙️ Stuart and John explore the key to unlocking leadership potential, effective communication, business change and more.
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Join us this week as we explore the innovative world of payments with David Roe, COO of Paramount Commerce, who shares insights on the evolution of payment technologies and Paramount's leading role in shaping the future of digital transactions. Discover how they navigate the balance between innovation, security, and regulatory compliance to redefin…
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Military, Motherhood & Leadership with Bobby Davis.
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Our CEO, John Mark Williams is joined by Bobby Davis, Coach, HR/OD Practitioner & Collaborator 🎙️ Bobby and John explore the background and factors that have fueled Bobby's success, the challenges Bobby faced as a female trailblazer in the military and the importance of communication, curiosity and compassion in leadership.…
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Andrew Graham, Co-Founder & CEO, Borrowell
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After a brief hiatus, we're pleased to celebrate our 10th episode with the co-founder & CEO of Borrowell and a leading figure in the Canadian fintech scene, Andrew Graham. Hosted by Sue Britton, this episode dives into Andrew's journey with Borrowell, exploring how his background in finance and public policy has shaped the company's innovative appr…
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You're Hired, Not Fired with Mark Wright.
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Described as the most successful winner of The Apprentice, our CEO John Mark Williams got up close and personal on all things leadership with the award-winning, influential entrepreneur and digital marketing specialist – the one and only Mark Wright.As well as discussing his life-changing experience as a business partner and mentee of Lord Alan Sug…
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Romi Kohli, VP, Development, PMO & Innovation, Everlink
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This week, Sue Britton is joined by Romi Kohli from Everlink. Romi shares insights from his journey through the fintech ecosystem, including his past roles, and his work on payment processing innovations. They delve into the challenges and opportunities within the payment systems, the impact of open banking, and Everlink's strategic partnerships th…
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Yves-Gabriel (YG) Leboeuf, Founder & CEO, Flinks
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This week, Sue is joined by Yves-Gabriel (YG) Leboeuf, the Founder & CEO of Flinks. They discuss the critical balance between privacy and access in financial services, Flinks' role in secure data sharing, and its impact on the Canadian fintech ecosystem. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a rating on your preferred platform. Yo…
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Matías Maciel, CFO & Co-Founder, Rextie
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This week, host Sue Britton chats with Matías Maciel, the CFO and Co-Founder of Rextie. They delve into the innovative ways Rextie is transforming the financial sector and discuss the advantages of Rextie's platform compared to conventional foreign exchange approaches. Join us to learn about the fintech visionaries who are forging a new path in the…
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Richard Cromie, Founder, CEO & President, Paidiem
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This week, Sue interviews Richard Cromie, the brains behind Paidiem, a leader in the earned wage access sector. Richard shares the inspiration behind Paidiem and discusses its potential to reshape the Canadian financial landscape. For more insights and updates, visit fintechscanada.ca and follow us on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/fintechs-canad…
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Hamed Abbasi, CEO & Co-Founder of Plooto
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This week on "Fintechs, eh?", join host Sue Britton in a captivating session with Hamed Abbasi, CEO & Co-Founder of Plooto. They explore Hamed's journey from the inception of Plooto to its current prominence in the fintech industry, discussing its unique value proposition and strategic partnerships. Hamed sheds light on Plooto's focus across variou…
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In the first episode of the year, Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a seasoned expert in the financial sector with over three decades of experience engages in an insightful dialogue with Hamed Arbabi, the Founder & CEO of VoPay. Learn more about VoPay, a leader in cutting-edge financial technology, transforming the Canadian business landscape …
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How do you create a seamless visitor experience?
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Whether it’s a world-class sporting arena, art gallery, music festival or museum, how do you create an experience for the end user that will keep them coming back for more? In this episode, we draw on experts from a variety of sectors to uncover what the key factors that go into creating a seamless visitor experience. Ross Calladine is Head of Busi…
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2023 Reflections with Alex Vronces, Executive Director at Fintechs Canada
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Wrap up the year with Sue Britton and Alex Vronces, Executive Director of Fintechs Canada. In the last episode 2023, Sue and Alex delve into the key milestones in Canadian banking this year, the factors behind Canada's slower adoption of open banking, and the 'Choose More' campaign's objectives and impact. Alex also addresses how Fintechs Canada ba…
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How do you create positive change in your business that lasts?
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Have you ever seen a vision for the future of your industry or noticed an alarming gap that you could create a solution for? Or have you ever found yourself wanting to create change to best suit the needs of everyone, but felt frustrated in your attempts, or didn't even know where to start or even how to get your stakeholders to buy into it? In thi…
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Welcome to the latest episode of "Fintechs, eh?", a podcast that delves into the dynamic world of Canadian fintech innovators. In this episode, our host, Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a fintech veteran with over 30 years in the financial industry, engages in a conversation with Faye Pang, the Canadian Country Manager for Xero. Sue and Faye…
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The Meaning of Maverick with Judith Germain.
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Tune in to the final episode of Leadership at the Edge for 2023 as our CEO John Mark Williams, and Founder of The Maverick Paradox Judith Germain, discuss all things maverick leadership, focusing on some fascinating topics such as embracing intellectual disobedience, the difference between implementation vs execution, and disciplined rebellion agai…
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Daniel Eberhard, CEO & Founder of KOHO
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Fintechs, eh?", a podcast that explores the vibrant world of Canadian fintech innovators. In this episode, our host, Sue Britton, CEO of Firefly Growth and a seasoned entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, engages in a deep dive conversation with Daniel Eberhard, Founder and CEO…
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How can we get to new ideas and solutions?
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Set against the backdrop of the prolific rise of AI and the pace of technology and innovations continuing at a pace, what is the best way to get to genuinely innovative and creative solutions? In this episode we delve into how design principles, and creative storytelling as well as new technology have been used in transformation projects, both larg…
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Our CEO, John Mark Williams, is joined by Jim Ewel, one of the authors of the Agile Marketing Manifesto, co-founder of the Agile Marketing Alliance, and the author of The Six Disciplines of Agile Marketing.This episode explores agile marketing, marketing functions and more!
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How do you make travel more accessible?
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A billion people - that’s 15% of the world’s population - live with some sort of disability, so ensuring equal access to travel is not just simply the right thing to do not just from an ethical standpoint but it’s also just good business. From temporary and permanent disabilities to impairments to speech, vision, hearing, communication, sensory pro…
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Navigating the Trust Gap - Leadership at the Edge Special.
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On this special edition of Leadership at the Edge, The Institute of Leadership CEO John Mark Williams, engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Maria Katsarou-Makin and Doug Strycharczyk. Together, they delve into the intriguing findings of the latest research that sheds light on the evolving dynamics of trust in the workplace.…
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How do you design customer-centric operations/businesses?
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Happy customers means happy business right? So, how do you make sure that the customer’s voice isn’t lost in the maelstrom of all the moving parts of your business? A common failing across multiple sectors and industries and in this episode we discuss how you can overcome it. Joining our hosts Emily and Oli from Mima is our first guest, Derek Bisho…
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Extra-dependant teams with David Kesby.
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On this episode of Leadership at the Edge, The Institute of Leadership CEO, John Mark Williams, is joined by David Kesby, a former Captain in The Parachute Regiment, Ex Chief Consultant Coach at the Academy of Executive Coaching, and author of ‘Extra-Dependent Teams’. This episode explores extra-dependant teams, competitive advantage and more!…
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