CEO Global Network Podcast
by John Wilson
🎙 Hosted by John Wilson, founder of CEO Global Network and author of GREAT CEOs and How They Are Made, this podcast delivers powerful insights for CEOs and executives looking to grow as leaders and drive lasting success. Each episode features candid conversations with high-performing business leaders, expert speakers, and industry trailblazers—all focused on sharpening your leadership edge, building resilient companies, and improving your life, your team, and your impact. Join a community of CEOs helping CEOs succeed.
Episodes
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Tim Chugh - President, EPIC Educational Program Innovations Center
What happens when the strategies that built a successful business are no longer enough to carry it forward? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Tim Chugh, President of EPIC Educational Program Innovations Center, to explore the power of continuous...
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Michael Malfa - CEO & Co-Founder, Boardwalk Insurance
What does it take to build a high-performing company without sacrificing its people, culture, or long-term vision? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Michael Malfa, CEO and Co-Founder of Boardwalk Insurance, to explore the leadership principles…
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Gary Pearson - Founder & Principal, Pearson Engineering Ltd.
What does it take to build a company that can thrive without the founder having their hands on everything? On this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Gary Pearson, Founder and Principal of Pearson Engineering Ltd., to unpack the leadership lessons Gary has…
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David Singer - President, Thomas, Large & Singer Inc.
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with David Singer, President of Thomas, Large & Singer Inc., to discuss leadership, culture, growth, and the lessons he has learned from leading a multi-generational Canadian business. David shares his journey from working...
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Jamal Denny – Co-Founder & President, Kaco Systems
What does it take to move from technical expert to effective business leader? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Jamal Denny, Co-Founder and President of Kaco Systems, to explore the leadership lessons he has learned while building and growing a…
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Adam Gordon – President, Gordon’s Downsizing & Estate Services
What separates leaders who successfully scale a business from those who eventually become the bottleneck? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Adam Gordon, President of Gordon’s Downsizing & Estate Services, to explore the leadership lessons Adam has…
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Michelle Micuda – Group Leader & Mentor, CEO Global Network
What does it take to lead people through constant change while building teams that thrive? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Michelle Micuda, Group Leader & Mentor at CEO Global Network and former President of Staples Professional, to explore the...
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Michael Polo – President, Hall Telecommunications Supply Ltd.
What does it take to stay motivated after nearly 40 years with the same company? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Michael Polo, President of Hall Telecommunications Supply Ltd., to discuss the leadership principles that have stood the test of time....
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Marcelo Tamaki - CEO, Red X Carbon Inc.
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Marcelo Tamaki, Co-Founder and CEO of Red X Carbon Inc. With more than 30 years of experience in technology, Marcelo shares practical insights on how CEOs can leverage technology to drive business success without...
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Matthew Crimi – President & CEO, Canada Welding Supply
What does it take to build a high-growth company in an industry where execution, service, and trust matter every day? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Matthew Crimi, President & CEO of Canada Welding Supply, to discuss the leadership lessons he's…
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Blair Hyslop – Co-CEO & Co-Owner, Mrs. Dunster’s Bakery
What does it really take to scale a business without losing what made it special in the first place? In this episode of CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Blair Hyslop, Co-CEO and Co-Owner of Mrs. Dunster’s Bakery, to unpack the realities of growth, leadership, and building a...
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Kevin Brown – Founder & CEO, Cobalt Safety Consulting Inc.
What if most workplace accidents are not caused by people, but by broken systems? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Kevin Brown to unpack the truth about workplace safety, leadership accountability, and why smart organizations turn safety into a...
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Tom Gunter – Group Leader and Mentor, CEO Global Network
What separates great leaders from good ones? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Tom Gunter, Group Leader and Mentor, CEO Global Network to unpack the leadership lessons that only come from decades in the field. From leading iconic brands like PepsiCo,...
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Jennifer Urosevic – President & CEO, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada
What does purpose-driven leadership really look like in practice? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Jennifer Urosevic, President & CEO of Vision Loss Rehabilitation Canada, to explore what it takes to lead with empathy, resilience, and impact in...
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Milton Bogoch - Owner & President, Executive Suites by Roseman
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Milton Bogoch, owner and president of Executive Suites by Roseman, a premium extended-stay hospitality provider in Winnipeg. With over five decades in the hospitality industry, Milton shares what has sustained his...
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Devin Goss - CEO, Mission ESG & BluPlanet Recycling
From finance to sustainability, Devin Goss has built a career at the intersection of purpose and impact. As CEO of Mission ESG and BluPlanet Recycling, Devin shares how he transitioned from investment advising to leading purpose-driven companies, the evolution of recycling culture over the last…
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Fotini Iconomopoulos - Owner, Forward Focusing
Negotiation isn’t just for extroverts or high-pressure boardrooms - it’s a skill anyone can master. In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Fotini Iconomopoulos, bestselling author of Say Less, Get More and a globally recognized negotiation expert. Fotini...
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Daniel Guest - President & Visionary, Guest Plumbing & HVAC
Daniel Guest built one of Hamilton’s fastest-growing plumbing and HVAC companies before the age of 30 - and embedded philanthropy into the core of his business along the way. In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Daniel Guest, Visionary at Guest…
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Marc Henein, Senior Wealth Advisor & CEO of Henein Group -Building Financial Confidence Through Planning
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Marc Henein, Senior Wealth Advisor and CEO of the Henein Group, recognized as one of Canada’s top 150 wealth advisors by the Globe and Mail. Marc shares his journey from discovering the stock market as a 16-year-old to...
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Peter Messenger, Owner of A1 Air Conditioning & Heating - Leadership Lessons from a Multi-Generational Family Business
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Peter Messenger, Owner of A1 Air Conditioning & Heating, to explore the realities, challenges, and rewards of running a third-generation family business. Peter shares candid lessons learned from decades of…
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Marcia Mayhew, President & CEO of Mayhew Inc. - Redefining Leadership, Design, and Legacy
Join John Wilson on the CEO Global Network Podcast as he sits down with Marcia Mayhew, President and CEO of Mayhew Inc., a fourth-generation family business leader transforming workspace design and building a people-first culture. Marcia shares insights on human-centered office design, the power…
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Mason Twitchett, President & Corporate Tax Manager at Collective Accounting Co. - Building Trust and Simplifying Complex Financial Decisions for Business Owners
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Mason Twitchett, President and Corporate Tax Manager at Collective Accounting Co., to explore the strategies behind simplifying complex financial decisions for business owners. Mason shares insights from his journey as…
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Vinay Khosla, Chief Growth Officer - Leadership Lessons, Tax Strategy, and Staying Sharp as a CEO
Join John Wilson on the CEO Global Network Podcast as he sits down with Vinay Khosla, Chief Growth Officer and former CEO of Bateman McKay LLP, to discuss leadership, growth, and the art of staying sharp in business. Vinay shares his experience working with thousands of CEOs, key leadership...
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Cory Turner, President of Spicers Canada - Turning Adversity into Leadership: Lessons from a 30-Year Journey
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Cory Turner, President of Spicers Canada, to discuss his remarkable 30-year journey from warehouse employee to CEO. Cory shares how a life-changing MS diagnosis shaped his leadership philosophy, emphasizing…
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Christina Visser, CEO of Ionic Technology Group - Leading with Innovation, Safety, and Mentorship in Automation
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Christina Visser, CEO of Ionic Technology Group, to explore her journey from engineer to leader of a multi-national automation company. Christina shares pivotal moments that shaped her leadership style, the critical…
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Jon Kronemeyer, President at dahl Valve Limited - From Quarterback to President: The Playbook for Leadership and Trust
What does it take to lead a company the way a quarterback leads a team? In this episode of CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Jon Kronemeyer, President at Dahl Valve Limited and former starting quarterback for the Concordia Stingers, to explore how lessons from the field...
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Jeff O’Neill, Group Leader at CEO Global Network - Unlocking the Special in People
In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Jeff O’Neill - a seasoned executive and Group Leader at CEO Global Network - to unpack what it really takes to lead at the highest level. Jeff shares hard-won insights from his time leading iconic brands like High Liner...
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Annie Laplante, President & CEO of Group MMI - Leading with People-First Leadership & Innovation
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Annie Laplante, President & CEO of Group MMI, to explore the leadership decisions, values, and innovations that have shaped her 10-year journey at the helm. Annie shares how a people-first philosophy, hands-on…
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Zain Bari, CEO of Matra AI & Psychotherapist - Balancing Human-Centered Leadership with AI Innovation
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Zain Bari, CEO of Matra AI and Matra AI Labs, psychotherapist, life coach, and executive coach, to explore the intersection of leadership, human-centered values, and AI governance. Zain shares her unique approach to...
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Hartley Harris, President & CEO of Catch Engineering - Leading with Core Values, Innovation, and Empathy in Engineering
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Hartley Harris, President and CEO of Catch Engineering, to explore how leadership, culture, and innovation intersect in today’s energy sector. Hartley shares his insights on: Building a culture that attracts and...
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Shouyi Ma, President & CEO of Hanson Canada - Responsible Leadership & Changing Life Trajectories Through International Education
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Shouyi Ma, President and CEO of Hanson Canada, to explore the transformative power of international education and the meaning of responsible leadership. Shouyi shares how Hanson Canada supports international students…
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Dan Snow, Founder & CEO of Snow Collective – Building High-Performing Teams and Growth-Driven B2B Marketing
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Dan Snow, Founder and CEO of Snow Collective, to explore how mid-size B2B companies can grow efficiently while maintaining a cohesive team culture. Dan shares his journey from working in ad agencies to founding his own...
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Anindo Dey, CEO of Alibris - Scaling a Global E-Commerce Marketplace While Driving Innovation
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Anindo Dey, CEO of Alibris, the leading independent e-commerce marketplace for books and related products. With over eight years at the helm, Anindo shares insights on scaling a global business, managing operations…
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Jane Moran, Chief Learning Officer at Inspiring Wiring, Inc. - Transforming Leadership Through Neuroscience and Psychological Safety
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Jane Moran, Chief Learning Officer at Inspiring Wiring, Inc., to explore how neuroscience can transform leadership and organizational culture. Jane shares her insights on applying brain-based strategies to drive high...
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Jennifer Watson, Managing Partner at Watson Investments - Building a Strategic Wealth Plan for CEOs
In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Jennifer Watson, Managing Partner at Watson Investments, to discuss how CEOs and business leaders can take a more strategic approach to managing their personal and professional wealth. Jennifer shares why CEOs need...
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Darren Munnich, Leader & Mentor at CEO Global Network - Lessons in Leadership and Growth
In this episode of The CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Darren Munnich, a seasoned executive and Group Leader at CEO Global Network. Darren shares key lessons from his decades-long career at Sysco, where he served as President, EVP, and CFO across multiple regions, and...
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Andrew Moles, VP & General Manager of PCL Solar - Pushing Boundaries in Solar Energy and Leadership
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Andrew Moles, Vice President and General Manager of PCL Solar at PCL Construction, to explore the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy. With Andrew's leadership, PCL Solar has made remarkable strides, delivering...
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David Smith, Leadership Coach, CEO Global Network - Transitioning from CEO to Leadership Coach
In this episode of the CEO Global Network podcast, David Smith, Leadership Coach and Mentor at CEO Global Network, shares his insights on leadership and the transition from serving as President in major companies like Compass Group to mentoring top executives. He discusses the essential…
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Umar Syed, CEO of RegenaLife - Redefining Longevity Medicine with Proactive Care
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Umar Syed, CEO of RegenaLife, to explore how proactive health screening, AI-driven diagnostics, and innovative care models are transforming longevity medicine. Umar shares his journey from pharmaceuticals and...
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Darrell Keezer, Founder and CEO of Candybox Marketing - Making Digital Marketing Actually Work
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Darrell Keezer, founder and CEO of Candybox Marketing and a keynote speaker on Marketing & AI. Darrell shares how his journey began in 2008, the evolution of Candybox Marketing, and his mission to make digital...
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Linda Kern, Founder and CEO, The Kern Group - Building High-Performing Sales Teams
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Linda Kern, a seasoned sales executive and Founder of The Kern Group. Linda shares powerful insights on what it takes to build, scale, and sustain high-performing sales teams. She covers: The overlooked factor in...
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Karim S. Leduc, CEO & Founder of DULCEDO Management - Building Influence, Impact, and Legacy
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Karim S. Leduc, founder and CEO of DULCEDO Management, Canada’s leading multidisciplinary talent management agency. Karim shares his journey from launching a high-profile model agency in 2008 to pioneering…
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Vincent Travaglini, Former President & CEO of StackTeck - Lessons in Leadership, Innovation & the Power of Relationships
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Vincent Travaglini, retired President & CEO of StackTeck. With over three decades of leadership in engineering, operations, and executive management, Vince shares the innovations that transformed the mold-making...
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Daniel Wigdor, CEO of AXL - Unlocking Human Potential with AI
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Daniel Wigdor - Professor, inventor, tech entrepreneur, and CEO of AXL: Human Potential, AI Super Powered. Daniel shares insights on why Canada leads in AI research but struggles to commercialize it, the missing...
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George Torok, Speech Coach & Presentation Expert – Mastering High-Stakes Presentations
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, George Torok, an executive speech coach and presentation skills trainer, shares invaluable insights on how to perfect your public speaking for high-stakes situations. From the biggest mistakes CEOs make in presentations to how you can transform...
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Jennifer La Forge, GM of Rakuten Rewards Canada - Revolutionizing Consumer Behavior and Building High-Performing Teams
In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, we sit down with Jennifer La Forge, General Manager of Rakuten Rewards Canada, to dive deep into how consumer behavior has drastically shifted in the digital age. Jennifer shares insights into how the rise of social commerce, influencer-driven...
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Jose Hadad, Founding Revolutionary at Mad Mexican – From Condo Kitchen to Cult Brand
Chef-founder Jose Hadad built Mad Mexican from a tiny condo kitchen into a beloved, handcrafted, chemical-free food brand - without compromising on freshness or integrity. In this quick-hit conversation with host John Wilson, Jose shares the “against all odds” decisions that shaped the company…
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Nick Dean, President & Director at The Keg Restaurants Ltd. – Focus, Discipline & Culture at Canada’s #1 Restaurant Employer
How do you build a workplace that people love—enough to be ranked the #1 restaurant employer in Canada? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Nick Dean, President & Director at The Keg Restaurants Ltd. Nick shares practical leadership lessons from a...
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Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard – Leading Through Uncertainty and Scaling with Values
How do you lead an organization through crisis, double its size, and still stay true to your core values? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson speaks with Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard, about the leadership lessons he’s learned guiding his team to...
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Dr. Adam Stoehr, Award-Winning Professor & Employee Happiness Researcher - The Truth About Workplace Happiness
Can free snacks and ping pong tables really make employees happy? Not according to Dr. Adam Stoehr, award-winning university professor and employee happiness researcher. In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Adam to unpack the myths around workplace...
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🎙 Hosted by John Wilson, founder of CEO Global Network and author of GREAT CEOs and How They Are Made, this podcast delivers powerful insights for CEOs and executives looking to grow as leaders and drive lasting success.
Each episode features candid conversations with high-performing business leaders, expert speakers, and industry trailblazers—all focused on sharpening your leadership edge, building resilient companies, and improving your life, your team, and your impact.
Join a community of CEOs helping CEOs succeed.
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