Breaking Boundaries: From Team Canada Karate Champion to The World of Work with Chris de Sousa Costa

Coffee With Convery

👋 Hey there, coffee enthusiasts, and welcome to 'Coffee ☕ with Convery'!

☕ Grab your favorite brew, settle in, and get ready for a caffeine-fueled journey into a fascinating conversation with my truly remarkable guest, Chris de Sousa Costa.

🎓 Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Communication Studies from York University and a Graduate Diploma in Business (GDB) from Queen’s University, earned through a scholarship between Game Plan and the Smith School of Business. His academic journey culminated in a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in innovation and entrepreneurship..

🥋 Chris is a former karate national team athlete renowned for competing in the men's kumite +84kg category from 2004 to 2015 with Team Canada. Beyond his athletic endeavors, Chris has cultivated extensive expertise in governance and advisory roles. He has served as the Athlete Representative on Karate Canada’s Board of Directors for nine consecutive years, playing a pivotal role in protecting athlete rights and balancing the needs of athletes and the organization.

💼 In the professional sphere, Chris serves as a Client Executive for a national brokerage and advisory firm where he provides risk transfer solutions for professional service firms across Canada.

🎤 A skilled and engaging speaker, Chris takes pleasure in presenting and addressing live audiences. He has delivered professional talks to esteemed companies like Amazon and has actively participated as a facilitator and panel member at many prominent events. 🗣👏

I had the privilege of having a conversation with Chris about his transition from sports to the business world, and I'm thrilled to now share his inspiring journey with all of you! 🗣️🤝🌟

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