Kevin Brady is Chairman and Founder of Advica Health, one of Canada’s leaders in preventative and supportive healthcare for busy CEOs, Executives and their organizations. Advica Health is also a very valuable Innovator Partner with MacKay CEO Forums. Kevin’s vast experience includes holding senior management positions within one of Canada’s largest insurance companies as well as starting his own employee benefits company, while leading these organizations, he saw a need to help companies and employees with health solutions and therefore founded Advica Health. Kevin shares his expertise in the area of health and wellness through volunteering and giving back to his community. He has served on many boards including Board Chair for both the YMCA and his local hospital, where he is currently leading a Capital Campaign to raise $60 million for the hospital. He is also a sought after speaker on the topic of how companies can improve their profits through employee health and wellness. Kevin has been recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2007 and Philanthropist of the Year in 2010 for his philanthropic work in his city. He has also received the esteemed Queen’s Jubilee Medal that is awarded by the Queen of England in recognition for being an outstanding community member. Advica Health

Kevin Brady is Chairman and Founder of Advica Health, one of Canada’s leaders in preventative and supportive healthcare for busy CEOs, Executives and their organizations. Advica Health is also a very valuable Innovator Partner with MacKay CEO Forums. Kevin’s vast experience includes holding senior management positions within one of Canada’s largest insurance companies as well as starting his own employee benefits company, while leading these organizations, he saw a need to help companies and employees with health solutions and therefore founded Advica Health. Kevin shares his expertise in the area of health and wellness through volunteering and giving back to his community. He has served on many boards including Board Chair for both the YMCA and his local hospital, where he is currently leading a Capital Campaign to raise $60 million for the hospital. He is also a sought after speaker on the topic of how companies can improve their profits through employee health and wellness. Kevin has been recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2007 and Philanthropist of the Year in 2010 for his philanthropic work in his city. He has also received the esteemed Queen’s Jubilee Medal that is awarded by the Queen of England in recognition for being an outstanding community member. <a href="https://advicahealth.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Advica Health</a>

10 Extra Things CEOs are Doing To Avoid COVID-19

Mike Milburn is President of 3D datacomm, which provides virtual business solutions for private, public, governmental and educational facilities across Atlantic Canada.  Mike has been involved in the communications industry for almost 30 years. Starting with NBtel in the late 1980’s, Mike was an Installation and Repair technician as well as a Trainer for new management hires at the NBtel training center.  At the age of 24 he sold his start-up cabling company to a competitor and went on to manage Atlantic Canada for Lucent Technologies. In the late 1990’s, Mike managed a National Telecom sales team that focused on supplying Telecom equipment to incumbent Telephone Companies and Cable companies across Canada.  In 2004, Mike became an owner in 3D datacomm which started as a small communication integrator with 6 employees. Today, 3D datacomm has over 30 employees and five offices. He holds the Registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD) designation from BISCI, is a Smart Board-Certified Master Trainer in both Education and Enterprise and is currently working on his CTS designation from Infocomm.  Mike is very passionate about the ever-changing technology industry and participates in many industry advisory councils. 3D datacomm

Mike Milburn is President of 3D datacomm, which provides virtual business solutions for private, public, governmental and educational facilities across Atlantic Canada. Mike has been involved in the communications industry for almost 30 years. Starting with NBtel in the late 1980’s, Mike was an Installation and Repair technician as well as a Trainer for new management hires at the NBtel training center. At the age of 24 he sold his start-up cabling company to a competitor and went on to manage Atlantic Canada for Lucent Technologies. In the late 1990’s, Mike managed a National Telecom sales team that focused on supplying Telecom equipment to incumbent Telephone Companies and Cable companies across Canada. In 2004, Mike became an owner in 3D datacomm which started as a small communication integrator with 6 employees. Today, 3D datacomm has over 30 employees and five offices. He holds the Registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD) designation from BISCI, is a Smart Board-Certified Master Trainer in both Education and Enterprise and is currently working on his CTS designation from Infocomm. Mike is very passionate about the ever-changing technology industry and participates in many industry advisory councils. <a href="https://3ddatacomm.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">3D datacomm</a>

What CEOs Need to Know about Leading Virtual Meetings

Eric Sugar is the President of ProServe IT, one of Canada’s leading full stack technology providers to organizations across Canada and a valuable Innovator Partner with MacKay CEO Forums. ProServe IT is recognized as the winner of Microsoft’s 2018 Global Partner for Social Impact Award and as one of Canada’s Best Small &amp; Medium Employers for 2018. Eric acquired significant experience by working his way up from Principal Consultant to Director of Projects, then VP of Sales &amp; Marketing before becoming President. Working at ProServeIT was a natural fit with Eric’s passion for teaching businesses how they can leverage technology to enable growth and added value. Aside from doing strategic planning for ProServeIT’s future growth and direction and speaking at worldwide technology conferences, Eric also helps customers to explore and set strategic directions for implementing and optimizing technology within their organizations. ProServeIT

Eric Sugar is the President of ProServe IT, one of Canada’s leading full stack technology providers to organizations across Canada and a valuable Innovator Partner with MacKay CEO Forums. ProServe IT is recognized as the winner of Microsoft’s 2018 Global Partner for Social Impact Award and as one of Canada’s Best Small &amp; Medium Employers for 2018. Eric acquired significant experience by working his way up from Principal Consultant to Director of Projects, then VP of Sales &amp; Marketing before becoming President. Working at ProServeIT was a natural fit with Eric’s passion for teaching businesses how they can leverage technology to enable growth and added value. Aside from doing strategic planning for ProServeIT’s future growth and direction and speaking at worldwide technology conferences, Eric also helps customers to explore and set strategic directions for implementing and optimizing technology within their organizations. <a href="http://www.proserveit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ProServeIT</a>

Business & Technology Impacts due to  COVID-19

Rick Denley's extensive background in transformational sales growth strategies, execution and team building has driven needed change in small to large organizations, including creating winning sales processes, with a focus on consultative and relationship based selling. A people-focused sales leader, Rick has led the Canadian division of multi-national organizations such as Matsushita Group in Japan, Schneider in France, Emerson in the USA, and Phoenix Contact in Germany. In each of these organizations, he has created new revenue streams while realizing the company's growth internally through its people. In 2017 Rick left the corporate world to continue his passion for leading individuals and organizations to realize their growth potential in an advisory capacity. He re-invented his career to become a highly sought-after advisor, coach and mentor, a keynote speaker and facilitator with his consulting practice, Peak Performance Leadership. Peak Performance Leadership

Rick Denley's extensive background in transformational sales growth strategies, execution and team building has driven needed change in small to large organizations, including creating winning sales processes, with a focus on consultative and relationship based selling. A people-focused sales leader, Rick has led the Canadian division of multi-national organizations such as Matsushita Group in Japan, Schneider in France, Emerson in the USA, and Phoenix Contact in Germany. In each of these organizations, he has created new revenue streams while realizing the company's growth internally through its people. In 2017 Rick left the corporate world to continue his passion for leading individuals and organizations to realize their growth potential in an advisory capacity. He re-invented his career to become a highly sought-after advisor, coach and mentor, a keynote speaker and facilitator with his consulting practice, Peak Performance Leadership. <a href="http://www.rickdenley.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Peak Performance Leadership</a>

Reinvent Yourself

Shannon Ballard is Vice President of Customer Innovation at Jan Kelley, a Canadian owned award-winning creative digital agency. With 20 years of experience in brand development and customer experience strategy, Shannon Ballard is an award winning marketer, with a proven track record for helping organizations position, develop and differentiate brands to inspire employees and drive growth. Shannon is a sought-out speaker on the topic of internal culture as she was a key contributor to Jan Kelley's internal transformation which led them to win the Waterstone Most Admired culture award in 2018. Shannon draws from a unique background of professional sports, hospitality and commercial real estate and has worked with some of Canada's biggest brands Jan Kelley

Shannon Ballard is Vice President of Customer Innovation at Jan Kelley, a Canadian owned award-winning creative digital agency. With 20 years of experience in brand development and customer experience strategy, Shannon Ballard is an award winning marketer, with a proven track record for helping organizations position, develop and differentiate brands to inspire employees and drive growth. Shannon is a sought-out speaker on the topic of internal culture as she was a key contributor to Jan Kelley's internal transformation which led them to win the Waterstone Most Admired culture award in 2018. Shannon draws from a unique background of professional sports, hospitality and commercial real estate and has worked with some of Canada's biggest brands <a href="http://www.jankelley.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jan Kelley</a>

Why CEOs Should Care about Customer Experience

As the President of JV Driver Group of Companies, Bill has been at the forefront of growing JV Driver from a two-person operation on Vancouver Island to a large, multi-national corporation offering construction services and engineered products in all sectors. JV Driver's core values are Take Care of Each Other, Be Innovative, Build Great Things and Have Fun. Along with its core values, JV Driver is driven by a mission to Think Different, Build Better for its people and clients; this mission was spear-headed by Erika Elkington. Bill won the Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Prairie Region in 2010 and JV Driver also received the Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures 2010 award. JV Driver is consistently recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies. As the Executive Director of the Erika Legacy Foundation, Chris Maksylewicz leads the fight to reduce the risks of suicide and mental health so that our communities and the people within them can become the best version of themselves. The Erika Legacy Foundation is a public, Canadian foundation, started in 2016 by the family of Erika Nicole Elkington. The Foundation;s main function is to raise funds and provide financial support to Canadian programs for suicide prevention, thru its three pillars: scientific research; inspiration; and action. The Erika Legacy Foundation

As the President of JV Driver Group of Companies, Bill has been at the forefront of growing JV Driver from a two-person operation on Vancouver Island to a large, multi-national corporation offering construction services and engineered products in all sectors. JV Driver's core values are Take Care of Each Other, Be Innovative, Build Great Things and Have Fun. Along with its core values, JV Driver is driven by a mission to Think Different, Build Better for its people and clients; this mission was spear-headed by Erika Elkington. Bill won the Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Prairie Region in 2010 and JV Driver also received the Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures 2010 award. JV Driver is consistently recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies. As the Executive Director of the Erika Legacy Foundation, Chris Maksylewicz leads the fight to reduce the risks of suicide and mental health so that our communities and the people within them can become the best version of themselves. The Erika Legacy Foundation is a public, Canadian foundation, started in 2016 by the family of Erika Nicole Elkington. The Foundation;s main function is to raise funds and provide financial support to Canadian programs for suicide prevention, thru its three pillars: scientific research; inspiration; and action. <a href="https://www.erikalegacy.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Erika Legacy Foundation</a>

What CEOs Need to Know about Suicide

The Genwell Project is on a mission to make the world a happier and healthier place by reminding people about the importance of face to face social connection. As the Founder of the GenWell Project, Pete Bombaci is a passionate, grassroots brand builder. Pete has served in senior-level roles in both the for-profit and not-for profit sectors and prior to founding The GenWell Project, he served as Country Director of Movember Canada where he oversaw itÕs launch and position as the largest fundraising campaign globally for 5 years. Pete is a charismatic and visionary business leader who believes that by doing the right thing every day, exceptional results are created. Genwell Project

The Genwell Project is on a mission to make the world a happier and healthier place by reminding people about the importance of face to face social connection. As the Founder of the GenWell Project, Pete Bombaci is a passionate, grassroots brand builder. Pete has served in senior-level roles in both the for-profit and not-for profit sectors and prior to founding The GenWell Project, he served as Country Director of Movember Canada where he oversaw itÕs launch and position as the largest fundraising campaign globally for 5 years. Pete is a charismatic and visionary business leader who believes that by doing the right thing every day, exceptional results are created. <a href="https://genwellproject.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Genwell Project</a>

The Power of Social Connection in and out of the Workplace

Kirsten Thompson is a Partner in the Corporate group and National Lead of the Transformative Technologies and Data Strategy Group at Dentons Canada. Kirsten's practice has a particular concentration in data-driven industries and disruptive technologies, and she is a leading Canadian practitioner in areas such as Fintech (including blockchain and "smart contracts"), digital identity, Open Data/Open Banking and PSD2 implementation, amongst others. In her advisory role, Kirsten assists clients in navigating the legal and privacy requirements of new products and technologies. She counsels clients on issues raised by social media, surveillance, online behavioural advertising and FinTech and open banking. She has worked extensively in the "Internet of Things" area and has advised two leading automakers with respect to their connected and semi-autonomous vehicles, and several companies in respect of their autonomous aerial vehicles (aka drones) and wearable devices. Kirsten has been recognized in CHAMBERS CANADA as a leading lawyer in the area of Privacy &amp; Data Protection consecutively from 2016-2020.  Dentons Data suite

Kirsten Thompson is a Partner in the Corporate group and National Lead of the Transformative Technologies and Data Strategy Group at Dentons Canada. Kirsten's practice has a particular concentration in data-driven industries and disruptive technologies, and she is a leading Canadian practitioner in areas such as Fintech (including blockchain and "smart contracts"), digital identity, Open Data/Open Banking and PSD2 implementation, amongst others. In her advisory role, Kirsten assists clients in navigating the legal and privacy requirements of new products and technologies. She counsels clients on issues raised by social media, surveillance, online behavioural advertising and FinTech and open banking. She has worked extensively in the "Internet of Things" area and has advised two leading automakers with respect to their connected and semi-autonomous vehicles, and several companies in respect of their autonomous aerial vehicles (aka drones) and wearable devices. Kirsten has been recognized in CHAMBERS CANADA as a leading lawyer in the area of Privacy &amp; Data Protection consecutively from 2016-2020. <a href="https://www.dentons.com/en/issues-and-opportunities/transformative-technology-and-data-strategy/dentons-data" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Dentons Data suite</a>

Leveraging Data for Value - What CEOs Need to Know

John Radford and his business partner have enjoyed a 20-year partnership in Vancouver, BC at Transpectives, providing executive consultancy services to CEOs, specifically within family-owned/operated businesses. The focus of Transpectives is on helping leaders leverage conflict for change in a globally competitive, rapidly changing environment. As an executive coach John's CEO clients learn to master the inner track of leadership, turning destructive internal tension and personal sabotage into positive energy for change. Transpectives Inc. 

John Radford and his business partner have enjoyed a 20-year partnership in Vancouver, BC at Transpectives, providing executive consultancy services to CEOs, specifically within family-owned/operated businesses. The focus of Transpectives is on helping leaders leverage conflict for change in a globally competitive, rapidly changing environment. As an executive coach John's CEO clients learn to master the inner track of leadership, turning destructive internal tension and personal sabotage into positive energy for change. <a href="https://transpectives.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Transpectives Inc.</a>

What CEOs Need to do When They are Overwhelmed and Stressed Out

Trudy Pelletier is the President of Trudy Pelletier Consulting, specializing in facilitating difficult conversations within the workplace. Her skills are highly sought after by business leaders interested in optimizing people and performance. She coaches business partners and private businesses on issues such as succession planning and conflict management. Trudy works with corporate business leaders on communications, leadership development and building an empowering culture. Trudy helps organizations navigate highly charged issues and recurring challenges. Recently, that includes changes to organizational culture following the Me-Too Movement and emerging discussions of gender parity and leadership. She's a trainer, facilitator with deep sales background, certified executive coach, and designated family enterprise advisor. She has decades of experience in connecting and cultivating understanding of bringing difficult issues from the background into the foreground. Trudy is also licensed in empowering women and men on material now relevant for all genders. Trudy Pelletier Consulting

Trudy Pelletier is the President of Trudy Pelletier Consulting, specializing in facilitating difficult conversations within the workplace. Her skills are highly sought after by business leaders interested in optimizing people and performance. She coaches business partners and private businesses on issues such as succession planning and conflict management. Trudy works with corporate business leaders on communications, leadership development and building an empowering culture. Trudy helps organizations navigate highly charged issues and recurring challenges. Recently, that includes changes to organizational culture following the Me-Too Movement and emerging discussions of gender parity and leadership. She's a trainer, facilitator with deep sales background, certified executive coach, and designated family enterprise advisor. She has decades of experience in connecting and cultivating understanding of bringing difficult issues from the background into the foreground. Trudy is also licensed in empowering women and men on material now relevant for all genders. <a href="https://trudypelletier.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Trudy Pelletier Consulting</a>

CEO Implications of the #MeToo Movement

Welcome to the CEO Edge podcast , with your host Dr. Nancy MacKay, CEO and Founder of MacKay CEO Forums. Our vision is to populate the world with better leaders. In this podcast we interview successful CEOs and trusted advisors on topics of interest to CEOs today.

The CEO EDGE Podcast

Dr. Joti Samra, is an award-winning clinical psychologist and innovator in the area of psychological health and wellness.   Dr. Samra is the Founder &amp; Principal of “My Workplace Health”, as well as Founder and Principal of “Dr. Joti Samra &amp; Associates”. In her role as principal developer for both My Workplace Health and her clinic, Dr. Samra has created a number of evidence-based resources for leaders and organizations in the areas of depression, suiciduality, chronic health conditions and workplace psychological health and safety. A talented and dynamic expert in presenting innovative psychological research in an entertaining and accessible way has Dr. Samra appearing on various critically acclaimed docu-reality series such as “Confessions: Animal Hoarding”, A&amp;E’s “Intervention”, on OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network Canada), and is the Clinical Expert Spokesperson for Bell’s “Lets Talk” Day. She is past recipient of the Canadian Psychological Association’s New Researcher Award and the BC Psychological Associations’ Advancement of the Profession of Psychology Award.  In addition, Dr. Samra is past President of the British Columbia Psychological Association and past Chair of the BC Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards Committee. Dr. Joti Samra

Dr. Joti Samra, is an award-winning clinical psychologist and innovator in the area of psychological health and wellness.   Dr. Samra is the Founder &amp; Principal of “My Workplace Health”, as well as Founder and Principal of “Dr. Joti Samra &amp; Associates”. In her role as principal developer for both My Workplace Health and her clinic, Dr. Samra has created a number of evidence-based resources for leaders and organizations in the areas of depression, suiciduality, chronic health conditions and workplace psychological health and safety. A talented and dynamic expert in presenting innovative psychological research in an entertaining and accessible way has Dr. Samra appearing on various critically acclaimed docu-reality series such as “Confessions: Animal Hoarding”, A&amp;E’s “Intervention”, on OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network Canada), and is the Clinical Expert Spokesperson for Bell’s “Lets Talk” Day. She is past recipient of the Canadian Psychological Association’s New Researcher Award and the BC Psychological Associations’ Advancement of the Profession of Psychology Award.  In addition, Dr. Samra is past President of the British Columbia Psychological Association and past Chair of the BC Psychologically Healthy Workplace Awards Committee. <a href="https://drjotisamra.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Joti Samra</a>

The Psychological Health of CEOs

Sarah Liverance is a Partner and lead Engagement Champion at Sklar Wilton and Associates. Sklar Wilton is Canada's leading strategy and insights advisory firm helping CEOs, CMOs and marketing teams solve tough business challenges to unlock growth and build stronger brands. Sarah focuses on the internal management of the company which includes the people development initiatives as well as the financial health and smooth operations of the firm. She firmly believes that healthy whole employees are critical to business success and earlier this year she led her Sklar Wilton team in the launch of Headway, a movement to help companies embrace the best mental health practices. Sarah has served as an officer in the US Air Force designing computer systems for next generation surveillance satellites. While serving in the Air Force, Sarah completed her MBA and that launched her marketing career which started at Kraft Foods in the USA and Canada. She has strong family ties in the US but is now a proud Canadian. Sklar Wilton &amp; Associates

Sarah Liverance is a Partner and lead Engagement Champion at Sklar Wilton and Associates. Sklar Wilton is Canada's leading strategy and insights advisory firm helping CEOs, CMOs and marketing teams solve tough business challenges to unlock growth and build stronger brands. Sarah focuses on the internal management of the company which includes the people development initiatives as well as the financial health and smooth operations of the firm. She firmly believes that healthy whole employees are critical to business success and earlier this year she led her Sklar Wilton team in the launch of Headway, a movement to help companies embrace the best mental health practices. Sarah has served as an officer in the US Air Force designing computer systems for next generation surveillance satellites. While serving in the Air Force, Sarah completed her MBA and that launched her marketing career which started at Kraft Foods in the USA and Canada. She has strong family ties in the US but is now a proud Canadian. <a href="https://www.sklarwilton.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sklar Wilton &amp; Associates</a>

CEO Best Practices for Mental Health

As the CEO of Luvo, Christine brings over 20 years of leadership experience as the former CEO of Lululemon and various executive positions at Starbucks. Christine’s passion, experience and dedication to wellbeing inspires the team at Luvo to continue innovating for growth to achieve the next level in making a positive difference in the lives of others thru the love of food. In 2016 Christine was honored during the 2016 Excellence Performance Summit and is a recipient of a Canada Award for Excellence in recognition of her outstanding accomplishgments as a successful executive and entrepreneur. Luvo

As the CEO of Luvo, Christine brings over 20 years of leadership experience as the former CEO of Lululemon and various executive positions at Starbucks. Christine’s passion, experience and dedication to wellbeing inspires the team at Luvo to continue innovating for growth to achieve the next level in making a positive difference in the lives of others thru the love of food. In 2016 Christine was honored during the 2016 Excellence Performance Summit and is a recipient of a Canada Award for Excellence in recognition of her outstanding accomplishgments as a successful executive and entrepreneur. <a href="https://luvofoods.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luvo</a>

Innvoate on Purpose - The Luvo Story

Tineke Keesmaat is the Founder and CEO of TILTCO, Inc. and the 2019 Winner of Canada’s Trusted Advisor Award for CEOs of Large Businesses. Smart, innovative and passionate, Tineke is known for her ability to unlock the potential of leaders and their organizations. She has worked with organizations of all sizes and industries. What is core to her work is finding and supporting ambitious leaders who want to make big things happen for themselves, their teams and their organizations. Tiltco Inc. is a boutique consultancy that focuses on helping ambitious leaders set and achieve a bold vision.  Since launching Tiltco in 2013, Tineke has worked with leaders from across sectors and a range of sizes on their toughest leadership and organizational issues.  Tineke and Tiltco offer highly customized services to help leaders set their vision, strategy and culture. Tiltco’s programs are designed to deliver the strategy promises while engaging and inspiring team members while committed to modernizing how leaders approach change.    http://tiltco.ca/

Tineke Keesmaat is the Founder and CEO of TILTCO, Inc. and the 2019 Winner of Canada’s Trusted Advisor Award for CEOs of Large Businesses. Smart, innovative and passionate, Tineke is known for her ability to unlock the potential of leaders and their organizations. She has worked with organizations of all sizes and industries. What is core to her work is finding and supporting ambitious leaders who want to make big things happen for themselves, their teams and their organizations. Tiltco Inc. is a boutique consultancy that focuses on helping ambitious leaders set and achieve a bold vision.  Since launching Tiltco in 2013, Tineke has worked with leaders from across sectors and a range of sizes on their toughest leadership and organizational issues.  Tineke and Tiltco offer highly customized services to help leaders set their vision, strategy and culture. Tiltco’s programs are designed to deliver the strategy promises while engaging and inspiring team members while committed to modernizing how leaders approach change.    <a href="http://tiltco.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://tiltco.ca/</a>

What does it Take to Execute Strategy?

Bill is an internationally recognized client-acquisition expert, author, and speaker who motivates others to take action with proven strategies.  A successful entrepreneur, Bill started and sold two book publishing companies. Turning his attention to help other businesses grow, Bill has written four best-selling books:  Get More Referrals Now, Don’t Keep Me a Secret, Beyond Referrals and Radical Relevance. Bill has delivered his business-growth message to over 300,000 professionals, small business owners, and salespeople across 5 continents; helping them increase revenue without increasing their marketing budget. Bill Cates’ client-acquisition system has been featured in such publications as Success Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power, the Huffington Post and The Wall Street Journal.  And his own business success has been featured in Money Magazine. Bill was inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame in 2010 (182 living members worldwide).  Bill Cates

Bill is an internationally recognized client-acquisition expert, author, and speaker who motivates others to take action with proven strategies.  A successful entrepreneur, Bill started and sold two book publishing companies. Turning his attention to help other businesses grow, Bill has written four best-selling books:  Get More Referrals Now, Don’t Keep Me a Secret, Beyond Referrals and Radical Relevance. Bill has delivered his business-growth message to over 300,000 professionals, small business owners, and salespeople across 5 continents; helping them increase revenue without increasing their marketing budget. Bill Cates’ client-acquisition system has been featured in such publications as Success Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power, the Huffington Post and The Wall Street Journal.  And his own business success has been featured in Money Magazine. Bill was inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame in 2010 (182 living members worldwide).  <a href="https://www.referralcoach.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bill Cates</a>

Exponential Growth vs. Incremental Growth

Steve Foran is a highly rated CEO Forum Chair with MacKay CEO Forums, the founder of “Gratitude at Work” and the 2019 Winner of Canada’s Trusted Advisor Award. Steve has been on the leading edge of gratitude-based research, writing, and teaching for almost fifteen years.  He recently released his book, “Surviving to Thriving – The 10 Laws of Grateful Leadership” and is the publisher of the nationally recognized video blog “Keeping Level”. Steve is the founder of Gratitude at Work – a behaviour and culture-changing institution. His science-based program is a simple, yet innovative approach to business growth. An electrical engineer and one of three Canadians awarded the Certified Speaking ProfessionalTM designation, Steve brings a detail-oriented and thoughtful approach to his working relationships and client engagements. Steve has worked with company leaders across North America for the past 10 years, shifting cultures and helping teams bring more gratitude to work every day.     Gratitude at Work

Steve Foran is a highly rated CEO Forum Chair with MacKay CEO Forums, the founder of “Gratitude at Work” and the 2019 Winner of Canada’s Trusted Advisor Award. Steve has been on the leading edge of gratitude-based research, writing, and teaching for almost fifteen years.  He recently released his book, “Surviving to Thriving – The 10 Laws of Grateful Leadership” and is the publisher of the nationally recognized video blog “Keeping Level”. Steve is the founder of Gratitude at Work – a behaviour and culture-changing institution. His science-based program is a simple, yet innovative approach to business growth. An electrical engineer and one of three Canadians awarded the Certified Speaking ProfessionalTM designation, Steve brings a detail-oriented and thoughtful approach to his working relationships and client engagements. Steve has worked with company leaders across North America for the past 10 years, shifting cultures and helping teams bring more gratitude to work every day.     <a href="https://www.gratitudeatwork.ca/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Gratitude at Work</a>

Surviving to Thriving – The 10 Laws of Grateful Leadership

Murray Neilson leads client development and relationship management at Nicola Wealth.  Murray is also a highly-rated MacKay CEO Forums Chair. Nicola Wealth is a full-service wealth planning firm for high net worth families and individuals.  Nicola Wealth is also one of MacKay CEO Forum’s valuable National Partners. A highly regarded advisor, business leader, speaker and moderator, Murray works tirelessly to help his clients rise to their potential and expect more from life. He has over 40 years of experience helping CEOs and entrepreneurs plan and achieve their goals through sophisticated wealth management and planning strategies. Murray has a tremendous talent for bringing together diverse groups of people to problem solve, collaborate and accelerate goal achievement. Combining listening, leadership and questioning with a strong sense of fun, Murray brings tremendous passion and dedication to all aspects of work and life. Murray is a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (CHFC), Chartered Financial Planner (CFP) and a Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA).  He is called on each year to facilitate the highly anticipated, industry leaders panel at the annual CALU conference.     Nicola Wealth

Murray Neilson leads client development and relationship management at Nicola Wealth.  Murray is also a highly-rated MacKay CEO Forums Chair. Nicola Wealth is a full-service wealth planning firm for high net worth families and individuals.  Nicola Wealth is also one of MacKay CEO Forum’s valuable National Partners. A highly regarded advisor, business leader, speaker and moderator, Murray works tirelessly to help his clients rise to their potential and expect more from life. He has over 40 years of experience helping CEOs and entrepreneurs plan and achieve their goals through sophisticated wealth management and planning strategies. Murray has a tremendous talent for bringing together diverse groups of people to problem solve, collaborate and accelerate goal achievement. Combining listening, leadership and questioning with a strong sense of fun, Murray brings tremendous passion and dedication to all aspects of work and life. Murray is a Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (CHFC), Chartered Financial Planner (CFP) and a Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA).  He is called on each year to facilitate the highly anticipated, industry leaders panel at the annual CALU conference.     <a href="https://nicolawealth.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nicola Wealth</a>

The Biggest Mistake CEOs Make When Creating and Preserving Personal Wealth

As General Manager of Edelman Vancouver, Bridgitte leads a team of highly experienced experts in  helping clients earn trust through communications strategies. Before coming to Edelman, Bridgitte was Press Secretary to a former BC Premier and a local and national news anchor. In recent years at Edelman, Bridgitte led the Corporate Communications Practice in the Vancouver office and provided counsel to brands such as Vancouver Airport Authority, Pacific Blue Cross, and the Industry Training Authority.  An avid community leader, Bridgitte is a big believer in giving back.  Outside of the office, she is a Director on the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and Co-Chair of the Jack Webster Foundation.  Edelman

As General Manager of Edelman Vancouver, Bridgitte leads a team of highly experienced experts in  helping clients earn trust through communications strategies. Before coming to Edelman, Bridgitte was Press Secretary to a former BC Premier and a local and national news anchor. In recent years at Edelman, Bridgitte led the Corporate Communications Practice in the Vancouver office and provided counsel to brands such as Vancouver Airport Authority, Pacific Blue Cross, and the Industry Training Authority.  An avid community leader, Bridgitte is a big believer in giving back.  Outside of the office, she is a Director on the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and Co-Chair of the Jack Webster Foundation.  <a href="https://www.edelman.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Edelman</a>

The CEO Trust Factor

Rob Follows, founder and CEO of STS, combines his education, 10 years of entrepreneurial leadership and 15 years of international corporate experience to help clients transform business success into personal significance. Rob is also the founding Chairman of Altruvest Charitable Services, a Canadian charity focused on improving the performance of charitable organizations by providing training and tools to enhance the governance of charitable boards. Rob has been recognized with the Top 40 Under 40 business award for creating 1,000 new jobs in Canada. He is an extreme adventurer, Rob is an ultra-marathoner, has climbed the Seven Summits, skied the North and South Poles, and meditated with Tibetan monks in Nepal and Bhutan. Charlotte Blumenshein is the Director at STS. A results-oriented client service leader, she has led over 40 M&amp;A transactions during her 9 years at STS Capital. Charlotte has extensive knowledge of the private sector in both Canada and the Caribbean, having worked both as an international trade advisor for the Government of Canada and as a marketing manager for a regional Caribbean firm. Charlotte is an entrepreneur at heart, having successfully owned, operated and subsequently sold two tourist-based, service-focused companies. STS Capital Partners

Rob Follows, founder and CEO of STS, combines his education, 10 years of entrepreneurial leadership and 15 years of international corporate experience to help clients transform business success into personal significance. Rob is also the founding Chairman of Altruvest Charitable Services, a Canadian charity focused on improving the performance of charitable organizations by providing training and tools to enhance the governance of charitable boards. Rob has been recognized with the Top 40 Under 40 business award for creating 1,000 new jobs in Canada. He is an extreme adventurer, Rob is an ultra-marathoner, has climbed the Seven Summits, skied the North and South Poles, and meditated with Tibetan monks in Nepal and Bhutan. Charlotte Blumenshein is the Director at STS. A results-oriented client service leader, she has led over 40 M&amp;A transactions during her 9 years at STS Capital. Charlotte has extensive knowledge of the private sector in both Canada and the Caribbean, having worked both as an international trade advisor for the Government of Canada and as a marketing manager for a regional Caribbean firm. Charlotte is an entrepreneur at heart, having successfully owned, operated and subsequently sold two tourist-based, service-focused companies. <a href="https://www.stscapital.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">STS Capital Partners</a>

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Bill Cates is an internationally recognized client-acquisition expert, author, and speaker who motivates others to take action with proven strategies. A successful entrepreneur, Bill started and sold two book publishing companies. Turning his attention to help other businesses grow, Bill has written four best-selling books: Get More Referrals Now, Don’t Keep Me a Secret, Beyond Referrals and Radical Relevance. Bill has delivered his business-growth message to over 300,000 professionals, small business owners, and salespeople across 5 continents; helping them increase revenue without increasing their marketing budget. Bill Cates’ client-acquisition system has been featured in such publications as Success Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power, the Huffington Post and The Wall Street Journal. And his own business success has been featured in Money Magazine. Bill was inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame in 2010 (182 living members worldwide).

Bill Cates is an internationally recognized client-acquisition expert, author, and speaker who motivates others to take action with proven strategies. A successful entrepreneur, Bill started and sold two book publishing companies. Turning his attention to help other businesses grow, Bill has written four best-selling books: Get More Referrals Now, Don’t Keep Me a Secret, Beyond Referrals and Radical Relevance. Bill has delivered his business-growth message to over 300,000 professionals, small business owners, and salespeople across 5 continents; helping them increase revenue without increasing their marketing budget. Bill Cates’ client-acquisition system has been featured in such publications as Success Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power, the Huffington Post and The Wall Street Journal. And his own business success has been featured in Money Magazine. Bill was inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame in 2010 (182 living members worldwide).

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Dr. Atul Malhotra, is a board-certified pulmonologist, intensivist and chief of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at UC San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Malhotra is active clinically in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine care and research related to sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy and sleep disorders associated with medical or psychiatric conditions. Dr. Malhotra is the president of the American Thoracic Society. He has taught and presented his research on sleep-related disorders locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. He has published more than 200 original manuscripts in leading journals including the New England Journal of Medicine, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, Sleep and the Journal of American Medical Association. Before joining UC San Diego Health, Dr. Malhotra practiced pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He also served as attending physician in intensive care at King Faisal Hospital in Rwanda. He was associate professor at Harvard Medical School and medical director of the Brigham and Women’s Hospital Sleep Disorders Research Program. Dr. Atul Malhotra

Dr. Atul Malhotra, is a board-certified pulmonologist, intensivist and chief of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at UC San Diego School of Medicine. Dr. Malhotra is active clinically in pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine care and research related to sleep disorders, including sleep apnea, insomnia, restless leg syndrome, narcolepsy and sleep disorders associated with medical or psychiatric conditions. Dr. Malhotra is the president of the American Thoracic Society. He has taught and presented his research on sleep-related disorders locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. He has published more than 200 original manuscripts in leading journals including the New England Journal of Medicine, Mayo Clinic Proceedings, Sleep and the Journal of American Medical Association. Before joining UC San Diego Health, Dr. Malhotra practiced pulmonary, critical care and sleep medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. He also served as attending physician in intensive care at King Faisal Hospital in Rwanda. He was associate professor at Harvard Medical School and medical director of the Brigham and Women’s Hospital Sleep Disorders Research Program. <a href="https://profiles.ucsd.edu/atul.malhotra" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Atul Malhotra</a>

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Katie Bennett is a highly rated CEO Forum Chair with MacKay CEO Forums, the founder of Double Black Diamond Coaching and a 2019 Winner of Canada’s Trusted Advisor to Executives of Medium to Large Businesses Award. After 11 years working in advertising at some of the world’s top agencies, Katie started Double Black Diamond Coaching in 2000. Her work at Double Black Diamond Coaching focuses on the intersection of three key areas: Creating a highly effective Executive Team, Developing the individual Leaders, and Building alignment around a simple One Page Strategic Plan. Katie’s business focus is working with CEO’s and their executive teams to build high functioning teams that are firing on all cylinders and delivering outstanding results.  She does this through a primary focus on helping her teams understand the value of getting offsite on a quarterly basis to deepen the connection among the leaders, ensuring alignment around key priorities and developing a method of holding teams accountable to results.   Katie’s clients include CEO’s and executive team members from large organizations through entrepreneurial businesses. Her industry experience includes technology, wealth management, the clean energy sector, commercial real estate, big pharma, media and advertising, retirement living, insurance, construction, manufacturing, engineering and more.  https://doubleblackdiamondcoaching.com/

Katie Bennett is a highly rated CEO Forum Chair with MacKay CEO Forums, the founder of Double Black Diamond Coaching and a 2019 Winner of Canada’s Trusted Advisor to Executives of Medium to Large Businesses Award. After 11 years working in advertising at some of the world’s top agencies, Katie started Double Black Diamond Coaching in 2000. Her work at Double Black Diamond Coaching focuses on the intersection of three key areas: Creating a highly effective Executive Team, Developing the individual Leaders, and Building alignment around a simple One Page Strategic Plan. Katie’s business focus is working with CEO’s and their executive teams to build high functioning teams that are firing on all cylinders and delivering outstanding results.  She does this through a primary focus on helping her teams understand the value of getting offsite on a quarterly basis to deepen the connection among the leaders, ensuring alignment around key priorities and developing a method of holding teams accountable to results.   Katie’s clients include CEO’s and executive team members from large organizations through entrepreneurial businesses. Her industry experience includes technology, wealth management, the clean energy sector, commercial real estate, big pharma, media and advertising, retirement living, insurance, construction, manufacturing, engineering and more. <a href="https://doubleblackdiamondcoaching.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://doubleblackdiamondcoaching.com/</a>

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Kevin Brady, Chairman and Founder of Advica Health, Advica Health is one of Canada's leaders in preventative and supportive healthcare for busy CEOs, Executives and their organizations. Advica Health is also a very valuable Innovator Partner with MacKay CEO Forums. Kevin's vast experience includes holding senior management positions within one of Canada's largest insurance companies as well as starting his own employee benefits company. While leading these organizations, he saw a need to help companies and employees with health solutions and therefore founded Advica Health. Kevin shares his expertise in the area of health and wellness through volunteering and giving back to his community. He has served on many boards including Board Chair for both the YMCA and his local hospital, where he is currently leading a Capital Campaign to raise $60 million for the hospital. He is also a sought after speaker on the topic of how companies can improve their profits through employee health and wellness. Kevin has been recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2007 and Philanthropist of the Year in 2010 for his philanthropic work in his city. He has also received the esteemed Queen's Jubilee Medal that is awarded by the Queen of England in recognition for being an outstanding community member. Advica Health

Kevin Brady, Chairman and Founder of Advica Health, Advica Health is one of Canada's leaders in preventative and supportive healthcare for busy CEOs, Executives and their organizations. Advica Health is also a very valuable Innovator Partner with MacKay CEO Forums. Kevin's vast experience includes holding senior management positions within one of Canada's largest insurance companies as well as starting his own employee benefits company. While leading these organizations, he saw a need to help companies and employees with health solutions and therefore founded Advica Health. Kevin shares his expertise in the area of health and wellness through volunteering and giving back to his community. He has served on many boards including Board Chair for both the YMCA and his local hospital, where he is currently leading a Capital Campaign to raise $60 million for the hospital. He is also a sought after speaker on the topic of how companies can improve their profits through employee health and wellness. Kevin has been recognized as Citizen of the Year in 2007 and Philanthropist of the Year in 2010 for his philanthropic work in his city. He has also received the esteemed Queen's Jubilee Medal that is awarded by the Queen of England in recognition for being an outstanding community member. <a href="https://www.advicahealth.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Advica Health</a>

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Linda Oglov, the Founder and Principal of Oglov Business Development Inc, has experienced multiple "chapters" in her executive career including business development for EXPO 86 and the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games,and international consulting work in Southeast Asia, Australia, South Africa and the United Kingdom. When Vancouver won the Olympic bid in 2003, Linda left the newly formed organizing committee (VANOC) to set up as a consultant to companies seeking to become sponsors of the 2010 Games, including Bell Canada, RBC Financial and Petro Canada Linda concluded her career with the Olympics with the London 2012 Games where she worked for BT (British Telecom) for 2 years negotiating that company's multi-million dollar sponsorship, as well as working with future company sponsors for the Sochi 2014 Winter Games and the Rio 2016 Summer Games. Linda now coaches CEOs and executives in several different industries and also offers workshops in career transition, business development and leadership development. Her passion is inspiring and guiding the success of others.  https://www.oglov.com/

Linda Oglov, the Founder and Principal of Oglov Business Development Inc, has experienced multiple "chapters" in her executive career including business development for EXPO 86 and the Vancouver 2010 Winter Games,and international consulting work in Southeast Asia, Australia, South Africa and the United Kingdom. When Vancouver won the Olympic bid in 2003, Linda left the newly formed organizing committee (VANOC) to set up as a consultant to companies seeking to become sponsors of the 2010 Games, including Bell Canada, RBC Financial and Petro Canada Linda concluded her career with the Olympics with the London 2012 Games where she worked for BT (British Telecom) for 2 years negotiating that company's multi-million dollar sponsorship, as well as working with future company sponsors for the Sochi 2014 Winter Games and the Rio 2016 Summer Games. Linda now coaches CEOs and executives in several different industries and also offers workshops in career transition, business development and leadership development. Her passion is inspiring and guiding the success of others. <a href="https://www.oglov.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.oglov.com/</a>

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Dominick Gauthier is one of the most influential minds in the Canadian Olympic realm. A business leader, world-class coach, mentor, fundraiser, broadcaster, and former Olympic mogul skier, Gauthier has coached multiple Olympic Champions and created the B2ten Foundation. With 33 Million dollars raised from the private sector, B2ten builds optimal preparation plans for  Canada’s best Olympic athletes, with the goal to have a significant impact on the Canadian Olympic sport system.   Dominick now leads the organization, over which he insures that 20 athletes at each winter and summer Olympics are fully prepared.  Amongst his most famous athletes are Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, for whom he built and directed the team behind their success.  Gauthier’s understanding of high-performance, the ability to think differently and thereby maximize the result of the athlete and/or team, relates perfectly to workplace and everyday life. The Great Kitchen Party Canada

Dominick Gauthier is one of the most influential minds in the Canadian Olympic realm. A business leader, world-class coach, mentor, fundraiser, broadcaster, and former Olympic mogul skier, Gauthier has coached multiple Olympic Champions and created the B2ten Foundation. With 33 Million dollars raised from the private sector, B2ten builds optimal preparation plans for  Canada’s best Olympic athletes, with the goal to have a significant impact on the Canadian Olympic sport system.   Dominick now leads the organization, over which he insures that 20 athletes at each winter and summer Olympics are fully prepared.  Amongst his most famous athletes are Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir, for whom he built and directed the team behind their success.  Gauthier’s understanding of high-performance, the ability to think differently and thereby maximize the result of the athlete and/or team, relates perfectly to workplace and everyday life. <a href="http://greatkitchenparty.com/ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Great Kitchen Party Canada</a>

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Foley’s Candies is Western Canada’s largest manufacturer of chocolate and confectionary coatings and since 2006 has had an extraordinary period of growth and learning, with EBITDA over 30% and profits over 20% since 2016.   In 2006 Brian purchased Foleys Candies and together with an exceptional management team built Foleys into the largest chocolate manufacturer in Western Canada. A commitment to quality, customer service and product innovation allowed Foleys to enjoy consistent growth in revenue and profitability.  In late 2015, Brian made the decision to sell the business yet currently remains active on the Board.   Prior to Foleys, Brian’s career included banking with a US headquartered commercial bank and in the early ‘80s he made the move to Vancouver where he worked in corporate / commercial banking, fixed income and investment banking over the next 25 years.   In October 2016, Andrew Elliott was hired by Yellow Point Equity Partners as the new President and CEO of Foley’s Candies. Andrew and the Foley’s Candies’ executive team initiated cost management, product rationalization and procurement disciplines that have grown EBITDA over 30% and profits over 20% since 2016. The group also launched a number of team focused initiatives to support career and professional development and culture building.   In December 2018 Foley’s acquired Brockmann’s Chocolate’s, a premium confectioner based in Delta, British Columbia. By living their purpose of “Sharing Happiness by Creating Products in Partnership”, Foley’s and Brockmann’s deliver bespoke indulgence and exceptional service to customers throughout North America.   Before joining Foley’s, Andrew’s career included leading the fruit and nut business unit of Golden Boy Foods and nearly a decade with Coca Cola Bottling Company.   Foley's Candies

Foley’s Candies is Western Canada’s largest manufacturer of chocolate and confectionary coatings and since 2006 has had an extraordinary period of growth and learning, with EBITDA over 30% and profits over 20% since 2016.   In 2006 Brian purchased Foleys Candies and together with an exceptional management team built Foleys into the largest chocolate manufacturer in Western Canada. A commitment to quality, customer service and product innovation allowed Foleys to enjoy consistent growth in revenue and profitability.  In late 2015, Brian made the decision to sell the business yet currently remains active on the Board.   Prior to Foleys, Brian’s career included banking with a US headquartered commercial bank and in the early ‘80s he made the move to Vancouver where he worked in corporate / commercial banking, fixed income and investment banking over the next 25 years.   In October 2016, Andrew Elliott was hired by Yellow Point Equity Partners as the new President and CEO of Foley’s Candies. Andrew and the Foley’s Candies’ executive team initiated cost management, product rationalization and procurement disciplines that have grown EBITDA over 30% and profits over 20% since 2016. The group also launched a number of team focused initiatives to support career and professional development and culture building.   In December 2018 Foley’s acquired Brockmann’s Chocolate’s, a premium confectioner based in Delta, British Columbia. By living their purpose of “Sharing Happiness by Creating Products in Partnership”, Foley’s and Brockmann’s deliver bespoke indulgence and exceptional service to customers throughout North America.   Before joining Foley’s, Andrew’s career included leading the fruit and nut business unit of Golden Boy Foods and nearly a decade with Coca Cola Bottling Company.   <a href="http://www.foleyschocolates.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Foley's Candies</a>

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