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Ingenious Thinkers
by Say Hi to the Future
Say Hi to the Future’s podcast Ingenious Thinkers is an inclusive platform aimed at highlighting the human side of ingenuity: clever, inventive, and original thinking.Hosted by Ken Tencer, our goal is to highlight new and interesting ways of looking at the world by speaking with ingenious thinkers and doers from all walks of life. With an eye toward the future, our mission is to explore how non-conventional thinkers are taking on some of our most complex problems.
Episodes
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Ep 184 Leading Through Life: Lessons from Boardrooms to the Camino
On this episode of Ingenious Thinkers, we’re joined by Rocco Rossi, a Canadian business leader and author whose career has moved through business, politics, public policy, and the not-for-profit world. Rocco joins us to talk about the choices and opportunities that have shaped his career, what...
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When Technology Moves Faster Than Culture: Janice Gassam Asare on AI and Inclusive Leadership
In this episode of Ingenious Thinkers, Ken Tencer speaks with Janice Gassam Asare about the widening gap between technological capability and cultural readiness. AI is advancing quickly. Organizational culture, governance structures, and equity frameworks often are not. Janice explains why…
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The Discipline Behind Great Ideas: Fredrik Härén on Making Creativity Practical
Creativity is not a nice-to-have. It’s becoming one of the most valuable capabilities in business, leadership, and life. On this episode of Say Hi to the Future, Ken Tencer welcomes Fredrik Härén, an internationally known voice on creativity and ideas, for a conversation that encourages listeners...
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From Disengaged to Driven: Diondra Filicetti on Reclaiming Passion at Work
What if engagement isn’t something you demand, but something you design? In this episode, Diondra Filicetti joins Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers to explore the quieter, often overlooked elements that shape strong leadership and meaningful work. Her perspective centers on clarity,...
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When Strategy Breaks Down: Hilton Barbour on the Missing Role of Culture
We often assume that if a strategy is smart enough, it will succeed. But experience tells us otherwise. In this episode of Ingenious Thinkers, Hilton Barbour joins the conversation to explore why strategy so often breaks down after it leaves the planning phase. This episode takes a wider view of...
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The Road Ahead: Capital, Innovation & America's New Economic Story
Elizabeth MacBride and Seth Levine join us for a conversation that reaches far beyond the pages of Capital Evolution. Their work explores how economic renewal is unfolding at the ground level, through entrepreneurs, community builders, and innovators who often go unseen in traditional narratives....
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Unlocking Human Potential: Carey-Ann Oestreicher on Leading with Purpose
In this episode of Say Hi to the Future, host Ken Tencer welcomes Carey-Ann Oestreicher, Executive Coach and CEO of Potential Unlimited, for a conversation about leadership, purpose, and the power of personal awareness. This is not a typical conversation about performance or productivity, it’s a...
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Beyond the Blueprint: Jeevak Badve on Creating Meaningful Change
In this episode of Say Hi to the Future, host Ken Tencer welcomes Jeevak Badve, Chief Growth Officer at Sundberg-Ferar and a leading voice in global innovation, creativity, and business transformation. Jeevak brings a rare combination of technical expertise, cultural curiosity, and human-centered...
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Empathy Meets Evidence: Rethinking Diabetes with Jane Speight
Empathy. Innovation. Humanity. Three words that define the kind of leadership shaping the future of every industry, especially healthcare. In this episode of Ingenious Thinkers, host Ken Tencer speaks with Dr. Jane Speight, a leader who reminds us that progress is never just about technology or...
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Ep 175: Sustainability, Rewired: Farrell Calabrese on What Business Could Be
Farrell Calabrese believes that sustainability is no longer a department — it’s a mindset that belongs at the very centre of strategy. As the Founder of FMC Impact, she’s spent her career helping leaders design businesses that grow through purpose, not around it. In this episode, Farrell shares…
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Ep: 174 - From Vision to Reality: John McCabe on Building Smarter AI
John McCabe, Senior Design Manager for Watsonx at IBM, joins Ingenious Thinkers for a conversation on leadership, design, and the future of AI. John shares how his success has come from looking at problems differently than the rest of the market — blending creativity, technology, and…
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Beyond the Gym: Jeff York on Creating Spaces That Inspire Wellness
Jeff York, CEO of Altea Active, joins Ingenious Thinkers for an in-depth conversation on what it takes to build one of Canada’s most dynamic wellness brands. From his background in economics at Princeton to leading the launch of AVANT Yorkville, Jeff shares how Altea Active is creating…
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Ep: 172 Scaling Without Limits: Nouhaila Chelkhaoui on the Future of Global Talent
On this episode of Ingenious Thinkers, we’re joined by Nouhaila Chekouli, an inspiring leader and the founder of Scale Without Borders. Nouhaila’s work has become a lifeline for immigrant and international student entrepreneurs who want to build careers and companies in Canada’s fast-moving…
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Ep 171: From Stigma to Strength: A New Conversation on Mental Health
In this episode of Ingenious Thinkers, host Ken Tencer sits down with Jason Finucan, founder of StigmaZero, to explore how we can move beyond outdated stereotypes and reshape the way society approaches mental health. Jason shares his personal journey, the inspiration behind his work, and why...
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Best of 2025
Looking back on this year, we’re grateful for every inspiring conversation, every story shared, and every guest who brought their unique perspective to the table. Your voices have shaped Ingenious Thinkers into what it is today. Thank you for being part of this community — we can’t wait to bring...
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Ep 169: Coaching For Leadership & Life | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Mario Simon, consumer expert and growth-oriented leader, recognized for developing talent and highly engaged teams. In this episode, we discuss his professional journey and personal philosophy. Simon shares his academic background in...
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Fostering Entrepreneurship & Innovation | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Alieu Jallow, Entrepreneurship & Innovation Specialist at the City of Mississauga. In this episode, we talk about his experiences founding Gambia's first business incubator, supporting numerous startups and small businesses, and his...
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Arbonics & The Forest Economy | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Lisett Luik, Co-Founder of Arbonics, a company that aims to create high-quality carbon credits by using a data-driven approach combined with traditional forest knowledge, incentivizing landowners to plant and maintain forests. This...
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The Metavrse and Augmented Reality | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Julie Smithson, Co-Founder of Metavrse, an open-source 3D creation platform for the spatial web. In this episode, we discuss her journey from hotel management to being recognized as a Top Woman of the Future, highlighting the…
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Ora Medical: Children's Rehabilitation | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Sarah Lambert, Co-Founder of Ora Medical. In this episode, we discuss the development and purpose of their innovative walking aid for pediatric rehabilitation, highlighting its portability and body weight support system. Lambert also...
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Opalia: The Future of Dairy Products | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Jennifer Cote, Co-Founder and CEO of Opalia Foods. In this episode, we talk about Opalia's technology which involves growing mammary cells in a lab to produce milk, and highlights the environmental benefits and potential of this...
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Transforming The Insect Industry | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Jason Elate, Founder of InsectFlux. In this episode, we discuss his mantra of creating the future through reverse engineering and how this philosophy led him to address global issues like the food waste crisis and population growth by...
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The Future of Canada | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Aki Temiseva, President and CEO of United Nations Association Canada. In this episode, we explore his background, journey into the non-profit sector, and current role. Temiseva highlights UNA-Canada's mission to strengthen Canada by...
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The Freedom to Work from Anywhere | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Jesse Sharratt, Co-Founder and COO of LAUFT, the most flexible on-demand network of space designed for people with the freedom to work from anywhere. Sharratt discusses his background, the founding vision of LAUFT as a...
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The Truth About Personal Branding | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Alan McLaren, Co-Founder of STRATA Originals an organization that helps CEO’s, entrepreneurs, founders and executive teams build authority and influence with clarity, conviction and authenticity.
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A Sociotechnical Future | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Caitlin Begg, Founder of Authentic Social, an applied research lab at the intersection of sociology and technology.
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A Human Experience in Space | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Phnam Bagley, industrial designer, futurist and aerospace architect creating cutting-edge hardware and experiences in Wearables, Healthcare and Wellness, Education, Robotics, Transportation, and Aerospace.
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From Soil To Soul: A Film Series | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Jahnavi Mange. Jahnavi is a transformational catalyst with a passion to create leadership and compassion for climate solutions and social innovation.
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Exploring The Indigenous Revolt | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Dr. Amanda Cheromiah, Executive Director at Center for the Futures of Native Peoples, Dickinson College.
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Securing Health, Community and The Future | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Dr. Russell J. Ledet, Physician-Scientist, Tillman Scholar, and Health Disparities Advocate.
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The Truth About Creativity And Business | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Peter M. Krask, President and Founder of The Creative Guide, a platform that helps professionals, entrepreneurs, and creators unleash the full power of their creativity, move beyond their limits, and achieve…
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The Digital Advantage | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Achille Ettorre, a seasoned AI and analytics executive, TEDx speaker, and author of The Digital Advantage.
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The Future of Urban Agriculture in NYC | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Qiana Mickie, a New York City based food systems leader and speaker that uses food as a driver of enterprise, innovation, and equity. . . .Audio Edited by Matt Miller
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Accessibility Innovations In Hospitality | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Yannick Benjamin, Director of Wine and Beverage at The University Club and Founder of Wine On Wheels. . . . . Audio Production by Matt Miller
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The Power of Sensory Design | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Hoby Wedler, Blind scientist, entrepreneur, CEO, and educator of the blind and low vision community.
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Creating Better Work Cultures | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Marty Parker, CEO and Founder of Waterstone Human Capital.
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Women, Youth, and the Digital Divide: Building an Inclusive Economy
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Jessica Mshama, appointed East African Community Youth Ambassador & Youngest Board Member of National Art Council of Tanzania, she advocates for inclusive economic policies across the region, emphasizing the...
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Lessons From El Camino De Santiago | Leadership Forum
This week on Leadership Forum with host Saquib Vali, we have Rocco Rossi, Transformational Leader, Board member, Trade and Investment Promoter, Investor, Storyteller, Coach, Keynote Speaker and Pilgrim.
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The Art of Change | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Sarah Kalmeta, entrepreneur, speaker, poet, and Founder of Pivot Point.
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Breaking Barriers For Moms At Work | Leadership Forum
This week on Leadership Forum with host Saquib Vali, we have Yael Benarroch, President at MOMforce and Elevate Recruitment Network.
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Why Not You? | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Dr. Georgette Zinaty, Founder of Women Helping Empower Women and Chief of Staff at Myant.
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Ingenuity & Collaboration | Leadership Forum
This week on Leadership Forum with host Saquib Vali, we have Urooj Faisal, VP Commercial Financial Services Health Care Professionals at RBC.
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Contagious Enthusiasm | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Andrea Lown, a creative product developer and marketer currently working at PayPal.
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Leadership & PTDA Perspectives | Leadership Forum
This week on Leadership Forum with host Saquib Vali, we have Ann Arnott, Executive Vice President, CEO at PTDA, the leading trade association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel.
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The Circular Economy & Business | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Alisa Mick, she is the founder of MiXi, a transformative ecosystem, connecting startups, investors, cities, and organizations to drive circular innovation.
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Digital Transformation With Torinit | Leadership Forum
This week on Leadership Forum with host Saquib Vali, we have Andrew Reydman, Partner at Torinit, a digital transformation consulting powerhouse on a mission to create human-centric experiences that enable digital led growth for enterprises.
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Recruitment And Congruence | Leadership Forum
This week on Leadership Forum with host Saquib Vali, we have James Kemble, Managing Partner at fishRecruit
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Flip & Floss: Creating Generational Wealth | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Andre Smith, Founder & CEO of Flip & Floss, a revolutionary money app for families designed to help kids learn, save, invest and break generational cycles.
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Leadership Forum Panel | Better Thinking Better Outcomes 2024
In this episode of Leadership Forum, we've got a live episode featuring Saquib Vali, Kundan Joshi, Noureen Syed, and Mary Ann Wenzler. This footage comes from our recent event at the Living Arts Centre, Better Thinking Better Outcomes.
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The Power of A Positive Attitude | Ingenious Thinkers
Joining us on Say Hi to the Future: Ingenious Thinkers hosted by Ken Tencer today is Parveen Dhupar, a seasoned brand strategist, serial entrepreneur, public speaker, author and founder of BTI Brand Innovations.
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Say Hi to the Future’s podcast Ingenious Thinkers is an inclusive platform aimed at highlighting the human side of ingenuity: clever, inventive, and original thinking.Hosted by Ken Tencer, our goal is to highlight new and interesting ways of looking at the world by speaking with ingenious thinkers and doers from all walks of life. With an eye toward the future, our mission is to explore how non-conventional thinkers are taking on some of our most complex problems.
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