Insights From Atlantic Canadian Business Leaders

What if your worst setback could transform your future? Yves Boudreau, CEO of CareerBeacon, shares how a difficult personal and financial experience reshaped his approach to business and life. Discover the powerful lesson he learned about measuring success and the surprising elements that really matter. This episode has been brought to you by the Wallace McCain Institute.

What happens when you truly confront reality—no sugarcoating, no illusions? Join Matt Symes, Founder of Symplicity Designs, as he delves into the power of seeing things as they are, not as we wish them to be. Discover how this hard-earned wisdom can impact not just business strategy but also personal life and relationships. This episode has been brought to you by the Wallace McCain Institute. 

Ever wondered how to navigate the unknown without a roadmap? Join Bronwyn Bridges, CEO and Co-Founder of PragmaClin Research Inc., as she reveals the twists and turns of entrepreneurship she didn’t anticipate, from blending academia with business to thriving in an unpredictable startup world. This episode has been brought to you by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce. 

Halifax Mayor Mike Savage shares a powerful piece of advice he received from his mother over two decades ago. What words of wisdom continue to guide him through his most difficult decisions? Tune in to find out. This episode has been brought to you by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce. 

What if chocolate could bring hope, unity, and compassion to a divided world? Tareq Hadhad, CEO of Peace by Chocolate, shares the incredible story behind his family’s journey and the powerful message each piece of chocolate delivers. Discover how chocolate became a global symbol of love and resilience in the face of unimaginable loss. This episode has been brought to you by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce. 

Could the hardest days in your career become your greatest teachers? Kim Wilson, CEO of The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Moncton | La Chambre de commerce pour le Grand Moncton, shares what nearly three decades in leadership have taught her about resilience, offering advice on handling both career highs and lows with grace. This episode has been brought to you by the Atlantic Chamber of Commerce.

Few topics are as difficult to talk about as caring for aging parents from a distance, especially when you're an only child. In this episode, Paul M. Walsh, NCSO opens up about his personal experience with this challenge, and the surprising results of a DNA test that changed everything. This episode has been brought to you by Atlantic Chamber of Commerce.

Ever wondered how genuine connection can transform a team? Glenda Janes, CEO, St. John Ambulance, NL & NB councils, shares her approach to leadership that’s rooted in empathy and trust. We uncover the subtle yet powerful ways that ‘the human side’ can redefine success in professional spaces. Watch now!

Success is not meant to happen in a straight line. In this episode, Scott Giannou, President and CEO of Higher Talent | Executive Search & HR Consulting |, reveals how embracing the twists and turns of business is key to thriving in today’s fast-paced world. A must watch for anyone navigating the uncertainty of running a business.

Why do so many businesses fail within their first five years? This is the question I asked Charlie Oliver, owner of Martek Morgan Finch. His answer will most likely surprise you. Watch now!