Kevin Blue - CEO & General Secretary, Canada Soccer

What does it take to lead a national sport through pressure, change, and a global spotlight?In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Kevin Blue, CEO & General Secretary of Canada Soccer, to unpack the mindset behind high-stakes leadership.From his early days as a competitive golfer to leading major sports organizations across North America, Kevin shares how the mental game shapes decision-making at the highest level. He breaks down how he approached stepping into Canada Soccer without a traditional soccer background, why humility can build credibility, and how leaders earn trust in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.They also dive into the future of sport in Canada, including the role of philanthropy in funding, the challenge of aligning organizations around a shared vision, and the massive opportunity ahead with the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This is a conversation about staying grounded under pressure, leading through uncertainty, and building something bigger than yourself.