Best PEO Leadership Podcasts (2025)

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Tax Strategies with John Mendis from McGovern Hurley Tax Advisory Group 14:00

9h ago14:00

14:00

In this Snippets episode, Leon sits down with John Mendis, tax partner at McGovern Hurley, to discuss key year-end tax strategies for individuals and business owners. John shares valuable insights on optimizing tax planning, maximizing deductions, and understanding the latest changes in Canadian tax regulations. While this conversation originally f…

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Surviving Solitary: Insights from Captivity with Sam Goodwin 24:46

12M ago24:46

24:46

In this special episode of The Way Forward podcast, we delve into Sam's remarkable life story, from Division One hockey player to traveling through North Korea, being wrongfully imprisoned in Syria, and co-founding a tech company in Singapore. Discover how his harrowing experience of surviving captivity shaped his approach to leadership and life in…

1
Career Advancements and Shifts in the Talent Market with Glasshouse Systems' Alex Talmor 11:11

12M ago11:11

11:11

Tune in as Leon chats with Alex Talmor, the President of the Canadian Operations at GlassHouse Systems, a North American company that provides IT infrastructure, security, cloud, and managed services for large corporations and governments. Starting as a sales executive, Alex rose in the ranks, becoming President in 2022. He offers key insights into…

1
Algonquin Capital's Raj Tandon on Fixed Income Investments & his Journey from Mathematician to Entrepreneur 15:36

12M ago15:36

15:36

Join us in today's Snippets episode as Raj Tandon shares his unexpected leap from the world of philosophy and mathematics to the banking industry and the founding of Algonquin Capital. Raj also provides insights into the intricacies of fixed-income investing and their role in diversification and wealth preservation. Beyond his professional endeavor…

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Leading Through The Fog: Scott D. Anthony, World’s 7th Most Influential Mgmt Thinker by Thinkers50 59:12

1y ago59:12

59:12

In 2021, Scott D. Anthony, was named the World’s 7th Most Influential Management Thinker by Thinkers50. Today’s turbulent times present unique and persistent challenges. Leaders are in a thick fog. Data to justify a decision comes in when it is too late to decide. Yesterday’s strengths become tomorrow’s weaknesses. Seemingly conflicting demands – p…

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Anticipating Labour Market Trends with David King, Senior Managing Director at Robert Half 15:50

1y ago15:50

15:50

In this Snippets episode, David King, Senior Managing Director for Canada and South America at Robert Half—the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions and business consulting firm—takes us on a deep dive into the post-pandemic landscape of talent recruitment and labor markets. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve an…

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Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code with Dr. Michael Roizen, Health & Longevity Expert 1:28:33

1y ago1:28:33

1:28:33

We were thrilled to have Dr. Michael Roizen, one of the world's leading experts on aging and longevity, at our Summer 2023 Eye of the Executive In-Person Series in partnership with Cleveland Clinic Canada and Aird & Berlis LLP, on June 20, 2023. Dr. Roizen is the creator of the innovative RealAge concept, which motivates behavior change to promote …

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Investment Portfolio Management for Today’s Market with RPIA’s Liam O’Sullivan 12:56

1+ y ago12:56

12:56

Ready to enhance your investment strategy? Tune in as Leon sits down with Liam O’Sullivan, Principal Co-Head of Client Portfolio Management at RPIA. An expert in alternative investments and risk management, Liam shares insight on managing an investment portfolio, current market paradigm shifts, the crucial role of fixed income, and the importance o…

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Power & Prediction: The Disruptive Economics of AI with Avi Goldfarb, AI Expert 1:01:07

1+ y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

We were thrilled to have Avi Goldfarb, one of the world's leading experts on AI, kick off our 2023 Eye of the Executive In-Person Series in partnership with Aird & Berlis LLP, on March 23rd, 2023. Avi is the co-author of the bestselling book Power and Prediction, on how artificial intelligence is changing business, economics, and finance. In his ke…

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'The Future Doesn’t Fit Into The Containers of the Past' with Rishad Tobaccowala, Publicis Groupe 1:07:49

1+ y ago1:07:49

1:07:49

2022 PEO Leadership Conference Keynote. Over the past decade, globalization, demographic shifts, and technology have changed the very landscape in which businesses are operating. The speed of change continues to accelerate with the third connected-age technologies of AI, Voice, 5G, and cloud computing. To further add to the uncertainty of the futur…

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'The Future of Work: How to Build High Performing Teams in Turbulent Times' with Richard Skippon, EY 58:07

1+ y ago58:07

58:07

We were thrilled to have Richard Skippon, Partner at EY who leads the Workforce Advisory Practice in Canada, speak to our community in June of 2022 about the challenges and opportunities in the labour market as well as how to retain and engage your employees. Over his 25-year career, Richard has held HR leadership roles in both industry and profess…

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Interest Rates, Inflation & Investing: David Rosenberg, Former Chief Economist, Merrill Lynch & Gluskin Sheff + Assocs 49:20

1+ y ago49:20

49:20

PEO Leadership 2022 Conference - Special thanks to Focus Asset Management for making this fireside chat possible! David Rosenberg provides advice to 2,600 clients, both retail and institutional, across 40 countries. He is the founder and president of Rosenberg Research, an economic and financial market consulting firm he established in January 2020…

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Transitioning from Big Tech to SME Entrepreneurship with Whitecap's Dan Carmichael 15:26

1+ y ago15:26

15:26

In this episode, Leon chats with Dan Carmichael, the president of Whitecap. Dan tells us about his motivations for leaving a 20-year-long big corporate job at Dell Technologies to join the small business world. Leon and Dan discuss staying on the forefront of emerging technology and Dan gives advice to business leaders on getting involved with AI. …

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Growing a Business from Limited Capital with CMI Financial Group's Bryan Jaskolka 14:15

2y ago14:15

14:15

Bryan Jaskolka is a serial entrepreneur and the visionary founder and CEO of the CMI Financial Group. Bryan is a driving force in the Canadian private lending and mortgage financing industries and has been recognized for his leadership and innovation. CMI is Canada’s premier private mortgage lender, a leading provider of mortgage funding and invest…

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Creating an Engaging and Equitable Workplace with Earth Rated's Abby Gnanendran 15:38

2y ago15:38

15:38

Abby Gnanendran is the CEO and co-founder of Earth Rated, a B Corp-certified company that provides dog lovers with eco-friendly poop bags. In this Snippets episode, Abby tells us how Earth Rated grew from a direct-to-consumer ‘pet project’ to serving 4.5 million people daily worldwide. Earth Rated stands out with its dedication to a supportive, per…

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Managing a Family Business with Brian Cotter 14:04

2+ y ago14:04

14:04

Brian Cotter is the President of Durham Artificial Grass (established 2018) and Lloyd’s Grounds Management Professionals (established 1963). He and Leon discuss the lessons he’s learned growing a family business and the effects of climate change, employee shortage, and COVID-19 on both his well-established business and new but rapidly growing busin…

1
Shawna Smith 25:58

2+ y ago25:58

25:58

Join us for a wide-ranging, informative conversation with Strategic Sales Director Shawna Smith! Shawna shares some great perspective with us as we discuss topics including: - Key behaviors, mindset and tactics when building a department from scratch - Ways in which Shawna nurtures and develops her exceptional team - The type of professional that m…

1
Patsy Montoya 21:00

2+ y ago21:00

21:00

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Colorado-based Human Resources Consultant Patsy Montoya! Patsy shares some great perspective with us as we discuss topics including: - How Patsy builds trust with clients as she helps them work through their thorniest issues and largest opportunities - Ways in which Patsy's broad skill set - from hospitali…

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Jamara Bates + Amanda Harper 35:59

3y ago35:59

35:59

Today's conversation has twice the impact as we sit down with two of Questco's leaders... Jamara Bates (our Director of Benefits Brokerage) and Amanda Harper (our Director of Benefits Administration and Compliance)! For more information about Questco, please visit us at https://questco.net/By Jason Randall

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Kim Butcher 21:36

3y ago21:36

21:36

Join us for a thoughtful conversation with Benefits Account Manager Kim Butcher! For more information about Questco, please visit us at https://questco.net/By Jason Randall

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Searra Silverberg 18:52

3y ago18:52

18:52

Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Colorado-based Client Success Manager Searra Silverberg! Searra is powerful, perceptive and persuasive as we discuss topics including: - The value of the CSM role in the context of our fast-growing Colorado Service Center - How a competitive spirit (as an internationally-recognized athlete) better enab…

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Angela Casteel 20:59

3y ago20:59

20:59

Today, we go deep with Angela Casteel, Questco's Director of Profitability and Analytics! This is a great conversation with one of our most versatile executives. Join us as we discuss... - How Angela and her team serve our Sales Growth organization, our current clients, and numerous stakeholders both within and outside of Questco - Ways to develop …

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Grant Garrison 24:06

3y ago24:06

24:06

Join us for an insightful conversation with Senior Business Development Manager Grant Garrison! Grant is smart and insightful as we cover some topics that include: - What's required for a successful sales career with Questco? - How does our organization thrive as the expectations of our clients and prospects continue to rise? - What are some keys t…

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'Winning On Purpose' with Fred Reichheld, Founder of NPS 1:01:10

3y ago1:01:10

1:01:10

We are very excited to have Fred Reichheld, the creator of the Net Promoter system of management and the founder of Bain & Company’s Loyalty practice, as our special guest on The Way Forward podcast series. Fred is known for “putting loyalty economics on the map” and is a trusted expert in customer loyalty. Two thirds of the Fortune 1000 now use Ne…

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Amy Cowan 27:46

3y ago27:46

27:46

Join us as we cover a lot of ground with Senior Sales Engineer Amy Cowan! Amy shares some great insights, including: - How her specific skills as a Sales Engineer help broaden to exceptional, multilayered discussions with our prospects - Ways in which technology - and technology expertise - have become central to the Questco conversation in recent …

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Elia Hagen 22:51

3y ago22:51

22:51

Join us for a lively, insight-packed conversation with HR Consultant Elia Hagen! Elia brings decades of experience to our talk, and some great perspectives were revealed about: - How Elia's powerful skill set and personal advocacy yield amazing results for our clients - The value of complex problem-solving in a people-first environment - Elia's emp…

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Melinda Northup 16:59

3y ago16:59

16:59

We had a fascinating, fast-paced conversation with Melinda Northup, one of the standouts of Questco's Arizona Service Center. Among the topics we covered are: - How Melinda transcends the her job description to deliver exceptional value to our clients - The experience of her company being acquired by Questco, and how both sides stayed true to their…

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Three Winning Sales Factors with Glenn Poulos 20:10

3y ago20:10

20:10

Glenn Poulos is the Co-Founder, Vice President, and General Manager of Gap Wireless Inc. He has 30 plus years of experience in sales and has started and sold two successful companies. He has also just published his first book 'Never Sit in the Lobby: 57 Winning Sales Factors to Grow Business and Build a Career Selling.' In this episode, Glenn and L…

1
Beth Becker 20:27

3y ago20:27

20:27

Join us for a deep dive with Senior Payroll Specialist Beth Becker! For more information about Questco, please visit us at https://questco.net/By Jason Randall

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Trezlynn Eldridge 20:12

3y ago20:12

20:12

Trezlynn Eldridge is a long-tenured, much-beloved member of our Questco team currently serving as a Payroll Manager. Join us as Trezlynn discusses: - How her current role as Payroll Manager serves not only her department, but also others across the organization - Ways in which we use skill and creativity to solve challenging issues on behalf of our…

1
Gina Sandford + Ashlee Spencer 28:11

3y ago28:11

28:11

Enjoy our first conversation with TWO teammates as we talk with Senior Payroll Specialist Gina Sandford and Benefits Analyst Ashlee Spencer! For more information about Questco, please visit us at https://questco.net/By Jason Randall

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Lori Prince 19:55

3y ago19:55

19:55

A great conversation with Arizona-based Client Success Manager Lori Prince, with emphasis on the following topics: - The nature and variety of the CSM role, and how we keep our promises to our clients - The importance of serving as a connector within the company, for the benefit of our clients - How professional certifications help our clients ever…

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Direct to Consumer Branding with VIVA Scandinavia’s Peng Lin 12:11

3y ago12:11

12:11

Leon sits down with Peng Lin, CEO and founder of VIVA Scandinavia, a consumer-centric glassware and accessories brand. Peng has a wealth of experience in manufacturing high-end products and managing consumer and sales data. Peng and Leon discuss Peng's unique background, his entrance into the glassware market, and why Kickstarter is such a powerful…

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'The Next Age of Uncertainty' with Stephen Poloz, former Governor of the Bank of Canada 1:23:54

3y ago1:23:54

1:23:54

We were extremely excited to have Stephen Poloz, the former Governor of the Bank of Canada, kick off our 2022 Eye of the Executive In-Person Series in partnership with Focus Asset Management, on April 6th, 2022. Stephen is a widely recognized economist with nearly 40 years of experience in financial markets, forecasting, and economic policy, includ…

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Mallory Glessner 20:55

3y ago20:55

20:55

It was such a pleasure to spend some time with Mallory Glessner, Questco's Director of Continuous Improvement. We went well beyond Mallory's Six Sigma Black Belt to explore... - Mallory's growth mindset, and how that has led to personal and professional success - How she has thrived building relationships across departments - Keys to building trust…

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Emily Duncan 22:18

3y ago22:18

22:18

Join us for our inaugural episode as we celebrate the one-of-a-kind Emily Duncan, Questco's Director of Client Administration! Emily and Jason go deep as we explore: - Emily's role at Questco, and her success at building her exceptional team that supports our clients and their people - Emily's long, storied history within the Questco organization -…

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'You Have More Influence Than You Think' with Vanessa Bohns 1:02:33

3y ago1:02:33

1:02:33

PEO Leadership's Michele Calpin sits down with Vanessa Bohns to discuss why we fail to recognize the influence we have, and how that lack of awareness can lead us to miss opportunities or accidentally misuse our power. Vanessa Bohns is social psychologist and professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University. She argues that despite the po…

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`Power, For All' with Tiziana Casciaro 1:10:39

3y ago1:10:39

1:10:39

Listen to our most recent episode of The Way Forward Webcasts, with University of Toronto Professor Tiziana Casciaro. This was recorded live at our November PEO Conference. Tiziana Casciaro is a Professor of Organizational Behavior at Rotman and the holder of the Marcel Desautels Chair in Integrative Thinking at U of T. Her research explores how st…

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Net Positive - How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take with Andrew Winston 56:39

3+ y ago56:39

56:39

Runaway climate change and rampant inequality are ravaging the world and costing a fortune. Who will help lead us to a better future? Business. These massive dual challenges—and other profound shifts, such as pandemics, resource pressures, and shrinking biodiversity—threaten our very existence. Other mega trends, such as the push for a clean econom…

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'Humor That Works' with Humor Engineer Andrew Tarvin 1:01:01

3+ y ago1:01:01

1:01:01

To achieve success and happiness in the workplace, it’s not about changing what you do, but how you do it. People who use humor at work are more productive, less stressed, and happier. In our fall opener of PEO Leadership's The Way Forward Live Webcast series, we hosted a conversation with Andrew Tarvin, humor engineer, leadership expert and author…

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Labour and Employment Lawyer on Vaccine Mandates and Back to Work Polices: Michael Sherrard of Sherrard Kuzz 14:30

3+ y ago14:30

14:30

Leon sits down with Michael Sherrard, recognized as one of Canada’s leading employment and labour lawyers, to talk about the return to work, both in terms of legal mandates but also social and moral ones: how do we best support our employees health and safety, while seeking to build company connection? Michael also wades into the murky waters of va…

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The Future of Cannabis-Infused Beverages and Addressing Generational Gaps with truss beverages' Scott Cooper 12:31

3+ y ago12:31

12:31

Scott Cooper made the move a year ago from Molson Coors to the start up, truss beverages, to reimagine what the cannabis market could look like. An experienced business leader, marketer and innovator with a track record of breathing new life into businesses & brands and unlocking new opportunities, Scott brings great insight into his new chosen pat…

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'The Invisible Leader' with Zach Mercurio 58:06

3+ y ago58:06

58:06

Research consistently finds that purpose may be the most powerful influencer of our behaviours, attitudes, and motivation in organizations, work, school, and life. Yet despite the increasing evidence of purpose’s power, many of the organizations, systems, and institutions which dominate human life aren’t built to elicit and leverage the fundamental…

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Big Predictions for Retail with the Visionary Les Mandelbaum, CEO of Umbra 16:00

4y ago16:00

16:00

Les Mandelbaum, CEO of Umbra and long-time member of PEO Leadership has not only been predicting the reinvention of the retail industry, he and his global team have been executing their vision of a digital economy for many years. Umbra has transformed itself from a primarily retail-driven platform to one of the world’s leading houseware companies w…

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The End of Combustion Vehicles with Novx Systems' Keith Beckley 16:23

4y ago16:23

16:23

Keith Beckley, CEO of Novx Systems, long-time member of PEO Leadership, physicist, engineer and climate activist, talks passionately about his “night gig” – following the EV industry. Keith took delivery of the 2nd Tesla Model S in Canada and spends his nights actively learning everything about EVs and the energy industry. Thinking about purchasing…

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'Digital Body Language' with Erica Dhawan 57:31

4y ago57:31

57:31

Humans rely on body language to connect and build trust, but with most of our communication happening from behind a screen, traditional body language signals are no longer visible - or are they? Erica Dhawan, the world's leading authority on 21st century Collaboration and Connectional Intelligence, joined the Way Forward webcasts to bring key insig…

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'The Psychology of Money' with Morgan Housel 1:02:40

4y ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Doing well with money isn't necessarily about what you know. It's about how you behave. And behaviour is hard to teach, even to really smart people. Listen to PEO Leadership's The Way Forward Live Webcast 's conversation with Morgan Housel, award winning columnist, financial behaviour expert and author of The Psychology of Money. Money - investing,…

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Tips for Recruiting Top Candidates and Keeping Employees Around with Stafflink Solutions' Tim Collins 13:38

4y ago13:38

13:38

Master cyclist and longtime PEO member, Tim Collins, joins Leon Goren on the Snippets podcast to talk about the world of recruiting - now in the period of looking beyond the pandemic. Tim is the CEO and founder of Stafflink is a boutique IT staffing company in Toronto, Canada, which helps companies hire mobile web developers, project managers, data…

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All in the Family with Goemans Appliances' with Jason Goemans 16:07

4y ago16:07

16:07

What is it like to work in the family business? How do you make it your own and work with confidence and autonomy? Jason Goemans of Goemans Appliances joins Leon to talk about how his mentor and father, the late and great Tony Goemans, enabled him to succeed in his role. Jason also discusses how his business has adapted and grown tremendously amids…

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'Diversity and Inclusion Frameworks' with Kim Scott and Trier Bryant 1:03:11

4y ago1:03:11

1:03:11

We - all of us - consistently exclude, underestimate, and underutilize huge numbers of people in the workforce even as we include, overestimate, and promote others, often beyond their level of competence. Not only is this immoral and unjust, it's bad for business. In a hugely impactful webcast with Kim Scott, leadership expert and author of Radical…

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