Perfectly Unfiltered
70 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Welcome to Perfectly Unfiltered the podcast where your host, Nour Hachem-Fawaz, has perfectly unfiltered conversations with real people sharing real stories about redefining roles at home and in the workplace. She will also be talking with change makers learning what they are doing to open the doors for women and the realities of creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Together we can build a community where we all win
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053: Melissa Chee, President and CEO of ventureLAB
January 12, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBMelissa Chee is an accomplished leader with over 20 years of deep tech expertise and a proven track record of growing successful start-ups and global companies. Melissa is the President and CEO of ventureLAB, a leading global founder community for hardware technology and enterprise software companies. Under Melissa’s leadership, ventureLAB launched the Hardware Catalyst Initiative, Canada’s only lab and incubator for hardware and semiconductor-focused start-ups and scale-ups and is a foundi...
052: Anastasia Barbuzzi, Host and Creator of $HMONEY Radio
October 27, 2022 20:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBAnastasia Barbuzzi is a journalist and the creator/host of the podcast $HMONEY Radio. $HMONEY makes financial literacy approachable, attainable, and fun to talk about for millennial women. An open, inclusive, and judgment-free zone that promotes the idea of educating yourself to empower yourself, $HMONEY is a safe place to discuss money matters without guilt or shame. $HMONEY Radio has now been listened to in over 300 cities and 38 countries worldwide, and the show is available on multiple p...
051: Melissa Moye, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Enbridge
September 16, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBMelissa Moye joined Enbridge in April 2021 as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, leading Enbridge’s Human Resources and Real Estate and Workplace Services. This portfolio includes HR Business Partners, Centers of Excellence, Operations, Rewards and Analytics, Talent Management, and Diversity and Inclusion. Prior to joining Enbridge, Melissa held the role of Senior Vice President, Human Resources at Bayer AG where she was responsible for the company’s global HR strategi...
Valerie Crafton, Author of That Construction Worker is My Mom, Regional AMERS Preconstruction Lead for Microsoft
June 08, 2022 18:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBValerie is the author of That Construction Worker is My Mom, she began her career as a laborer for her father when she was seven years old and continued through high school. She grew up spending a lot of time on construction sites and developed a passion for working with her hands. She chose to follow her heart instead of listening to others who told her she should choose a job more suited for women. Valerie proved them wrong, working as the Regional AMERS Preconstruction Lead for Microsof...
Pam Kesselring, Toolmaker Apprentice: Women working in Skilled Trades & Second Career Choices
May 11, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBWe are talking to Pam in this week's episode. Pam shares her story and insights about working in a male-dominated industry so that she can help encourage women who are looking for a career change to consider the skilled trades. Pam is one of Build A Dreams Her Power Tools Winner and has participated in our Trade Campus as a speaker. Pam is a 50-year-old, second career, apprentice machinist, with a strong interest in teaching. Pam's passions have always been working with tools and being cr...
Jennifer Khan, Vice President, Inclusive Diversity at EllisDon & Build A Dream Board Member
May 04, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBToday's guest is Jennifer Khan, Vice President of Inclusive Diversity at EllisDon. Jen is one of the Board of Directors for Build A Dream. Jen began her work in equity and social justice in 2019 as the Co-Chair of the Diversity and Inclusion committee at EllisDon and 2020 almost created her role for herself in the company. Join Nour and Jen as they discuss their work with DEI, how Jen and EllisDon got involved with Build a Dream, and how to approach DEI in the workforce. Support the Show.
047: Gareth Nock on the role of Fathers Creating More Inclusive Communities
April 27, 2022 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBToday’s Guest is Gareth Nock who is a passionate family man, entrepreneur and has over twenty years in the fitness industry where he does coaching both in person and online. Join Nour and Gareth as they discuss the role of fathers in creating more inclusive communities, the journey and learning of parenthood as a dad and the conversations that men need to have with their partners in order to be an active partner and father. https://www.instagram.com/gareth_nock/ https://www.thenockacad...
046: Technically, She's a Tech - Constanza Maass, Environmental Site Assessor
April 19, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBConstanza is an environmental field technician and has built up a following on Instagram sharing her work as well as reviewing women’s workwear. Women’s workwear is a huge issue for women in the trades and if you’re in the trades, you already know that, but we’re expected to wear men’s workwear clothes which can cause a lot of safety issues on site. https://www.instagram.com/technically.a.tech/ Support the Show.
045: Balancing Work and Mental Health with Markie Tuckett
March 30, 2022 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBMeet Markie Tuckett! Award-winning, proud owner, operator and lead designer of Timber + Plumb Kitchens and Cabinetry. A creative and optimistic Metis-Canadian woman, who strives to make impactful connections with her clients and community. Having worked over a decade in the industry, Markie's number one goal is to make her clients fall back in love with their homes! Beyond her successful career, Markie is on a mission to support her local Windsor-Essex region, build lasting relationships wit...
044: Coralee Beatty, Owner at ThriveHQ
March 16, 2022 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBAfter 25 years in the construction industry, and successfully selling her trades business, Coralee now shares her knowledge, experience and expertise with other women in construction and trades to build their business for greater profitability, flexibility and freedom. In addition, Coralee advocates for women in trades to empower them to take control of their future in the industry, helping them start a business and doing so on the right foot, providing best practices for growth and success....
043: Robyn Paxton - That Plumber Chick
March 09, 2022 19:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBRobyn is 25 years old and started plumbing two years ago and has worked for two plumbing companies since the beginning of her career. The company she currently works for has about 40 employees, with her being the only girl aside from the women who work in the office. She had done many different types of jobs since joining the workforce, and finally found plumbing by accident, but it ended up being a job she loves. She is currently doing online school because of covid for her second year and ...
042: Amanda Sotille - Founder of Haven & Co, an Inclusive Jewelry line
March 04, 2022 14:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBAmanda is currently in the third year of her undergraduate degree studying kinesiology and physical education at the University of Toronto. She works at a conductive education school for youth with cerebral palsy and other motor conditions where they integrate the Ontario curriculum with the physical therapy needs of each child, as well she is working with a professor at UofT to find ways to foster quality participation and make playgrounds more socially inclusive for kids with disabilities...
041: Avery Brooks, Construction Academy & Carpentry Co-op Student
February 24, 2022 19:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBAvery is 16 years old and a grade 11 student. She is in her first year of 2 with the WECDSB construction academy and will be doing a co-op with Blain Carpentry in February and will be completing an apprenticeship this summer. After attending a Build a Dream event in early grade 9, she became intrigued with the skilled trades and was part of the first group of Build a Dream's #HerPower Skills Workshop as well is a #HerPower Tools Winner. https://www.webuildadream.com/herpowerskills/ http...
Episode 40 - Megan Switzer is Doin' Girly Things
February 16, 2022 19:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBMegan has a masters in electrical engineering technology and has spent her professional career working in design and being the GC of large data center construction site. Recently she has quit her job and moved to San Diego to pursue a side hustle using her drone. She has plans to focus her career more to the energy sector and continue to run a successful side hustle and podcast. Megan is a podcast host for Doin' Girly Things a podcast about making construction a girly thing to do. Listen ...
040: Megan Switzer is Doin' Girly Things
February 16, 2022 19:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBMegan has a masters in electrical engineering technology and has spent her professional career working in design and being the GC of large data center construction site. Recently she has quit her job and moved to San Diego to pursue a side hustle using her drone. She has plans to focus her career more to the energy sector and continue to run a successful side hustle and podcast. Megan is a podcast host for Doin' Girly Things a podcast about making construction a girly thing to do. Listen ...
Episode 39 - Mallory Furlong, Environmental Science Student & Founder of Enverything
February 08, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBToday’s guest is Mallory Furlong who is an environmental scientist studying at the university of toronto. She has also created an instagram page to cultivate a community of people who are dedicated to educating people about the complexities of the environment. https://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/enverything/ https://www.redbubble.com/people/enverything/shop?asc=u Support the show (https://www.webuildadream.com/shop/)
039: Mallory Furlong, Environmental Science Student & Founder of Enverything
February 08, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBToday’s guest is Mallory Furlong who is an environmental scientist studying at the university of toronto. She has also created an instagram page to cultivate a community of people who are dedicated to educating people about the complexities of the environment. https://www.artsci.utoronto.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/enverything/ https://www.redbubble.com/people/enverything/shop?asc=u Support the Show.
Episode 38 - Cain Uteck, Hydro One Apprentice Powerline Technician
February 02, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBJoin Nour and Cain as they discuss women working in the trades, companies' responses to women being hired and advice for little girls who are afraid to try something new even though they’re interested in it and finding their confidence. Support the show (https://www.webuildadream.com/shop/)
038: Cain Uteck, Hydro One Apprentice Powerline Technician
February 02, 2022 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBJoin Nour and Cain as they discuss women working in the trades, companies' responses to women being hired and advice for little girls who are afraid to try something new even though they’re interested in it and finding their confidence. Support the Show.
037: Shaun Hintz, Assistant General Manager at Magna’s Engineered Glass Division
January 26, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBShaun Hintz is the assistant general manager at Magna’s Engineered Glass Division in Holland, Michigan. In this role, she leads 1,000 employees in two facilities and supports a $300-million business portfolio. Her team is focused on the innovation of new production lines, operational excellence and continuous improvement. Ms. Hintz chairs Magna’s Women’s eXchange, a resource community that promotes an inclusive environment enabling women to advance their skills and leadership potential. ...
Episode 37 - Shaun Hintz, Assistant General Manager at Magna’s Engineered Glass Division
January 26, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBShaun Hintz is the assistant general manager at Magna’s Engineered Glass Division in Holland, Michigan. In this role, she leads 1,000 employees in two facilities and supports a $300-million business portfolio. Her team is focused on the innovation of new production lines, operational excellence and continuous improvement. Ms. Hintz chairs Magna’s Women’s eXchange, a resource community that promotes an inclusive environment enabling women to advance their skills and leadership potential. ...
037: Shaun Hintz, Assistant General Manager at Magna’s Engineered Glass Division
January 26, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBShaun Hintz is the assistant general manager at Magna’s Engineered Glass Division in Holland, Michigan. In this role, she leads 1,000 employees in two facilities and supports a $300-million business portfolio. Her team is focused on the innovation of new production lines, operational excellence and continuous improvement. Ms. Hintz chairs Magna’s Women’s eXchange, a resource community that promotes an inclusive environment enabling women to advance their skills and leadership potential. ...
036: Chef Tammy Maki, CEO of Raven Rising
January 19, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBChef Tammy Maki is a Red Seal Interprovincial Endorsed Pastry Chef/Baker. A proud Saulteaux Ojibwe Kwe from White Bear First Nation in Saskatchewan, she is a product of the 60's Scoop and was adopted and raised by a Finnish family. She has worked in some of the best hotels and resorts in Canada. Passionate about her career and her Indigenous heritage, Raven Rising is a natural progression for her. Instagram: @ravenrising.ca Facebook: @RavenRising.ca Website: http://ravenrising.ca/ ...
Episode 36 - Chef Tammy Maki, CEO of Raven Rising
January 19, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBChef Tammy Maki is a Red Seal Interprovincial Endorsed Pastry Chef/Baker. A proud Saulteaux Ojibwe Kwe from White Bear First Nation in Saskatchewan, she is a product of the 60's Scoop and was adopted and raised by a Finnish family. She has worked in some of the best hotels and resorts in Canada. Passionate about her career and her Indigenous heritage, Raven Rising is a natural progression for her. Instagram: @ravenrising.ca Facebook: @RavenRising.ca Website: http://ravenrising.ca/ S...
035: Emmalee Lethbridge, Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (E.I.T.)
December 20, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBEmmalee Lethbridge is an Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (E.I.T.) at ExxonMobil. She graduated from the Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2018, where she studied electrical engineering. While completing her degree she completed 6 work terms which introduced her to a variety of industries in her home province. Since graduating, Emmalee has been supporting the Hibernia and Hebron platforms located on the Grand Banks offshore Newfoundland. Support the Show.
Episode 35 - Emmalee Lethbridge, Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (E.I.T.)
December 20, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBEmmalee Lethbridge is an Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (E.I.T.) at ExxonMobil. She graduated from the Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2018, where she studied electrical engineering. While completing her degree she completed 6 work terms which introduced her to a variety of industries in her home province. Since graduating, Emmalee has been supporting the Hibernia and Hebron platforms located on the Grand Banks offshore Newfoundland. Support the show (https://ww...
035: Emmalee Lethbridge, Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (E.I.T.)
December 20, 2021 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBEmmalee Lethbridge is an Instrumentation, Controls & Electrical Engineer (E.I.T.) at ExxonMobil. She graduated from the Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2018, where she studied electrical engineering. While completing her degree she completed 6 work terms which introduced her to a variety of industries in her home province. Since graduating, Emmalee has been supporting the Hibernia and Hebron platforms located on the Grand Banks offshore Newfoundland. Support the show (https://ww...
034: Vanessa Vakharia, The Math Guru
December 07, 2021 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBVanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto. She is also the author of Math Hacks, a new book that totally makes math fun, stress-free and relatable for young kids and parents, and the host of Math Therapy, a podcast that works through guests’ math trauma. She has her Bachelor of Commerce, Teaching Degree, and Masters of Math Education. She appears regularly on national television and news outlets as an expert in mat...
Episode 34 - Vanessa Vakharia, The Math Guru
December 07, 2021 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBVanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto. She is also the author of Math Hacks, a new book that totally makes math fun, stress-free and relatable for young kids and parents, and the host of Math Therapy, a podcast that works through guests’ math trauma. She has her Bachelor of Commerce, Teaching Degree, and Masters of Math Education. She appears regularly on national television and news outlets as an expert in mat...
033: Ali Moser, Senior Manager, Inclusion and Diversity for Canadian Personal Banking for TD
November 23, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBAlisha (Ali) Moser is a driven business strategist, diversity and inclusion champion, entrepreneur and thought leader with a background in corporate sales and leadership. She holds a Master's in Business Administration with a specialization in Sustainable Commerce, as she remains committed to embedding social responsibility practices within corporate infrastructure. Ali is a passionate community activist, host and Executive Producer of the award winning Talk Show Melanated View centred o...
Episode 33 - Ali Moser, Senior Manager, Inclusion and Diversity for Canadian Personal Banking for TD
November 23, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBAlisha (Ali) Moser is a driven business strategist, diversity and inclusion champion, entrepreneur and thought leader with a background in corporate sales and leadership. She holds a Master's in Business Administration with a specialization in Sustainable Commerce, as she remains committed to embedding social responsibility practices within corporate infrastructure. Ali is a passionate community activist, host and Executive Producer of the award winning Talk Show Melanated View centred o...
032: Anastasia Smelsky, Level 4 Power Line Technician Apprentice at Hydro One
November 09, 2021 19:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB"It took me my whole 5 years to prove to people that I was able to do a demanding job." Anastasia Smelsky is a Level 4 powerline technician apprentice at Hydro One, but also has a background in police foundations, emergency management and security and risk. Join Nour and Ana as they sit down and talk about Ana’s journey of being the only woman in work environments, having to prove herself and the hope they have for the future of these male dominated industries to not only attract, but ret...
Episode 32 - Anastasia Smelsky, Level 4 Power Line Technician Apprentice at Hydro One
November 09, 2021 19:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MB"It took me my whole 5 years to prove to people that I was able to do a demanding job." Anastasia Smelsky is a Level 4 powerline technician apprentice at Hydro One, but also has a background in police foundations, emergency management and security and risk. Join Nour and Ana as they sit down and talk about Ana’s journey of being the only woman in work environments, having to prove herself and the hope they have for the future of these male dominated industries to not only attract, but ret...
Episode 31 - Jelissa De Torres, Carpentry Apprentice
October 26, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBJelissa De Torres is a carpentry apprentice working with Caisley Developments and attending the British Columbia Institute of Technology. Her introduction into the trades was in 2019 when she participated in a Women in Trades: Introduction to Carpentry, held by the Open Door Group. On evenings and weekends, she runs a business designing, and building, a variety of custom wood pieces for event planners, decorators and local businesses. She's a passionate advocate for mental health and women...
031: Jelissa De Torres, Carpentry Apprentice
October 26, 2021 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBJelissa De Torres is a carpentry apprentice working with Caisley Developments and attending the British Columbia Institute of Technology. Her introduction into the trades was in 2019 when she participated in a Women in Trades: Introduction to Carpentry, held by the Open Door Group. On evenings and weekends, she runs a business designing, and building, a variety of custom wood pieces for event planners, decorators and local businesses. She's a passionate advocate for mental health and women...
030: Daria Pidhorodetska, Planetary Science PhD Student
October 08, 2021 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBDaria Pidhorodetska is a PhD student in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Riverside. Daria completed her undergraduate studies in biology in 2017, where she was the first student at her institution to conduct research in astrobiology. Fascinated by the search for life on other worlds, she went on to spend 2.5 years at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center working on exoplanet detection and characterization, through computer modelling and space-bas...
Episode 30 - Daria Pidhorodetska, Planetary Science PhD Student
October 08, 2021 20:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBDaria Pidhorodetska is a PhD student in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences at the University of California, Riverside. Daria completed her undergraduate studies in biology in 2017, where she was the first student at her institution to conduct research in astrobiology. Fascinated by the search for life on other worlds, she went on to spend 2.5 years at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center working on exoplanet detection and characterization, through computer modelling and space-bas...
029: Nina Chhita, Medical Writer and Illustrator
October 05, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBNour sits down with Nina to discuss her career path as a medical writer and illustrator, what prevents women from going into STEM careers, as well as how to include retain women in the workplace. Nina Chhita is a medical writer and Illustrator who moved to Vancouver from the UK and has an MSc. In Developmental Biology from the University of bath. She’s best known for her illustrations and research work on her Instagram account, @nina.draws.scientists. Support the Show.
Episode 29 - Nina Chhita, Medical Writer and Illustrator
October 05, 2021 19:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBNour sits down with Nina to discuss her career path as a medical writer and illustrator, what prevents women from going into STEM careers, as well as how to include retain women in the workplace. Nina Chhita is a medical writer and Illustrator who moved to Vancouver from the UK and has an MSc. In Developmental Biology from the University of bath. She’s best known for her illustrations and research work on her Instagram account, @nina.draws.scientists. Support the show (https://www.webuil...
028: Ashley Wallbank, Canyon Plumbing
September 21, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBAshley is a plumber at Canyon Plumbing, where she works alongside a journeyperson to complete jobs including installations, troubleshooting, and construction and is one of the winners of Build a Dream’s #HerPower Tools program! Join Ashley and Nour as they sit down to discuss Ashley's trades journey from a business degree to becoming a plumber, and how high school can deter you from taking classes that you enjoy since you're at an age when you're trying to figure yourself out as well as try...
Episode 28: Ashley Wallbank, Canyon Plumbing
September 21, 2021 17:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBAshley is a plumber at Canyon Plumbing, where she works alongside a journeyperson to complete jobs including installations, troubleshooting, and construction and is one of the winners of Build a Dream’s #HerPower Tools program! Join Ashley and Nour as they sit down to discuss Ashley's trades journey from a business degree to becoming a plumber, and how high school can deter you from taking classes that you enjoy since you're at an age when you're trying to figure yourself out as well as try...
027: Tegan Denley, Powerline Technician, Hydro One
June 08, 2021 12:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBThis week's guest is Tegan Denley, Red Seal Journeyperson Powerline Technician at Hydro One. Tegan is also a member of the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers as well as the Joint Powerline Technician Committee where she helps apprentices navigate their journey. Support the Show.
026: Helga Reidel, President & CEO, ENWIN Utilities Ltd.
May 25, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBSupport the Show.
025: Cara Grant, Director, EllisDon
May 18, 2021 03:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBCara Grant is a graduate of Canada’s National Ballet School and a former dancer with the National Ballet of Canada. Ms. Grant also trained at the School of Hamburg Ballet John Neumeier, in Germany and also at the Rotterdam Danse Academy, Netherlands. Since retiring from the National Ballet of Canada Ms. Grant pursued a college degree in Interior Design, along with University studies in Architecture and Project Management. Ms. Grant commenced her second career with WSP Group, a global engin...
025: Helga Reidel, President & CEO, ENWIN Utilities Ltd.
May 11, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBSupport the show (https://www.webuildadream.com/shop/)
024: Linda Hasenfratz, CEO, Linamar Corporation
May 05, 2021 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBSince 2002, Linda Hasenfratz has been the CEO of Linamar Corporation, an advanced manufacturing company with leading-edge technology and deep manufacturing expertise. Linda joins host Nour Hachem-Fawaz to talk about leadership and why she founded See It Be It STEM It. 𝙇𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙖'𝙨 𝙖𝙙𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣: Think about what subjects you like the best. Give a thought to what jobs you could do with those subjects. Consider what those jobs pay and if that matches your future vision. Don't drop ...
023: Rebecca Chenier, Red Seal General Machinist, Centerline
April 27, 2021 15:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBRebecca Chenier said that she was overwhelmed trying to find a career to support her family. She came across an ad for Women in Skilled Trades at WEST of Windsor and looked into it. Here's a note for recruiters: Rebecca said that she might not have followed up if the ad hadn't mentioned women. Now a Red Seal General Machinist, Rebecca joins host Nour Hachem-Fawaz to discuss: Why mentors are important The benefits of being a machinist Advice for young women Tips for companies looking to...
022: Brendan Sweeney, Managing Director, Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing
April 20, 2021 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBBrendan Sweeney is the Managing Director of the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing. Prior to his appointment with the Trillium Network, Brendan served as the Project Manager and Research Director of the Automotive Policy Research Centre (APRC) at McMaster University, where he also taught in the DeGroote School of Business and the School of Labour Studies. Brendan holds a Ph.D. in Geography from Queen’s University and a B.A. in Labour Studies from McMaster. He has also held appointme...
021: Karyn MacPherson, 2nd Year Construction Apprentice Electrician
March 23, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBKaryn MacPherson started her career journey at a nonprofit organization after graduating from St. Thomas University with a degree in Environment and Society Studies and a minor in Anthropology. Today, she’s a second-year apprentice electrician. “I just wanted to work with my hands, building something seemed more rewarding.” And so she did! Karyn completed a two-year program at Nova Scotia Community College, a switch that offered Karyn what she felt she had been missing all along. Karyn d...
020: Jennifer Sadai, Purchaser, WFS Ltd
March 16, 2021 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MBWelcome to Episode #020 of Perfectly Unfiltered! In this episode, Nour talks to Jennifer Sadai to discuss how she was open to making changes in her career and what her employer, WFS Ltd, offers for advancing women. Jenn is no stranger to change...her first career transition came right after entering the job market where she switched from marketing to building a successful career in the buying sector of manufacturing. Although working in a predominantly male field has its challenges, Jenn...