Speaking of Business with Goldy Hyder
128 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -Conversations with Canadian innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Join host Goldy Hyder, President and CEO of the Business Council of Canada, as he sits down with some of the most successful and fascinating people in Canadian business.
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“I’ve never been more proud of our people” — Paul Mahon: President & CEO of Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life
May 15, 2020 12:40 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MB“I’ve never been more proud of our people.” Paul Mahon, President and CEO of Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life, discusses the challenges of maintaining an essential service while employees are working from home, how the COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating change to the business model, and how Great-West Lifeco and Canada Life are addressing the mental health of both clients and employees. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders....
“The overarching power of the human spirit” — Chuck Magro: President & CEO of Nutrien
May 13, 2020 15:55 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MB“The overarching power of the human spirit.” Chuck Magro, President and CEO of Nutrien, discusses how they are supporting employees, farmers and the community during the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping essential workers safe, and lessons in leadership. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“The companies that manufacture were able to quickly pivot to make masks, respirators … hand sanitizer” — Jerry Dias, Unifor National President
May 10, 2020 12:45 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MB“The companies that manufacture were able to quickly pivot to make masks, respirators … hand sanitizer.” Jerry Dias, president of Unifor, discusses the mobilization of the manufacturing sector in the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of essential workers, and plans to reopen the GM plant in St. Catharines, Ontario. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“You drive by and people are saying thank you” — Rob Penner, President & CEO of Bison Transport
May 07, 2020 15:55 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MB“You drive by and people are saying thank you.” While public health officials are telling us to stay home, truck drivers are crossing the country delivering essential food and supplies. Rob Penner, President and CEO of Bison Transport, discusses the challenges his drivers are encountering, how his business is being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the positive impact of expressions of gratitude like the #Thank A Trucker movement. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s ...
“Be connected and support your employees” — Penny Wise, President of 3M Canada
May 05, 2020 12:45 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBPenny Wise, President of 3M Canada, reflects on the challenges of leadership in the COVID-19 crisis as her company performs essential services, including distributing N95 masks to frontline workers. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“This is a playbook that’s never been written before” — Sam Sebastian, President and CEO of Pelmorex
April 30, 2020 12:45 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBSam Sebastian, President and CEO of Pelmorex, discusses the use of alerts and tracking in the fight against COVID-19, learning how to innovate in the midst of the pandemic and how employees in Madrid provided an early warning for what to expect in North America. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“The human condition is incredibly resilient" — John Risley, CEO of CFFI Ventures
April 29, 2020 12:45 - 9 minutes - 8.74 MBLongtime businessman, philanthropist and mentor John Risley of CFFI Ventures shares his thoughts on how business in Canada will change after COVID-19 Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“Like a tap being turned off and at the other end you’ve got an open sinkhole”: Ed Sims - President & CEO of WestJet
April 27, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB“Like a tap being turned off and at the other end you’ve got an open sinkhole.” Ed Sims, President and CEO of WestJet, describes the effects of a precipitous drop in airline travel, how COVID-19 compares to other crises, repatriation flights to countries WestJet has never flown to before, and why his colleagues are “battle-scarred but still smiling.
“Like a tap being turned off and at the other end you’ve got an open sinkhole” — Ed Sims, President and CEO of WestJet
April 27, 2020 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MB“Like a tap being turned off and at the other end you’ve got an open sinkhole.” Ed Sims, President and CEO of WestJet, describes the effects of a precipitous drop in airline travel, how COVID-19 compares to other crises, repatriation flights to countries WestJet has never flown to before, and why his colleagues are “battle-scarred but still smiling. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusi...
“These people are dedicated to making sure the energy flows every day” — Russ Girling, President and CEO of TC Energy
April 23, 2020 12:45 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB“These people are dedicated to making sure the energy flows every day” Russ Girling, President and CEO of TC Energy, discusses pandemic preparedness, keeping essential workers safe and lessons in leadership during a time of crisis. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“These people are dedicated to making sure the energy flows every day”: Russ Girling - President & CEO of TC Energy
April 23, 2020 12:45 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB“These people are dedicated to making sure the energy flows every day” Russ Girling, President and CEO of TC Energy, discusses pandemic preparedness, keeping essential workers safe and lessons in leadership during a time of crisis.
“This has impacted us all in incredible ways”: Jeffrey Russell - President & CEO of Accenture Canada
April 20, 2020 12:45 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBJeffrey Russell, President of Accenture in Canada, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected his employees, how Accenture is helping governments get help to those who need it, and what the new economy could look like in the future.
“This has impacted us all in incredible ways” — Jeffrey Russell, President of Accenture in Canada
April 20, 2020 12:45 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBJeffrey Russell, President of Accenture in Canada, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected his employees, how Accenture is helping governments get help to those who need it, and what the new economy could look like in the future. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“This has impacted us all in incredible ways”: Jeffrey Russell - President of Accenture in Canada
April 20, 2020 12:45 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBJeffrey Russell, President of Accenture in Canada, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected his employees, how Accenture is helping governments get help to those who need it, and what the new economy could look like in the future.
“This has impacted us all in incredible ways”: Jeffrey Russell - President of Accenture
April 20, 2020 12:45 - 10 minutes - 9.76 MBJeffrey Russell, President of Accenture in Canada, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected his employees, how Accenture is helping governments get help to those who need it, and what the new economy could look like in the future.
“No one thought about going to sleep and waking up and the entire world would be working from home”: Rola Dagher - President and CEO of Cisco Canada
April 19, 2020 12:45 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBRola Dagher, President and CEO of Cisco Canada, discusses the rapid increase in demand for technology to work from home, how Cisco is giving back to the community, and what she is learning as a leader through the COVID-19 crisis.
“No one thought about going to sleep and waking up and the entire world would be working from home” — Rola Dagher, President and CEO of Cisco Canada
April 19, 2020 12:45 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBRola Dagher, President and CEO of Cisco Canada, discusses the rapid increase in demand for technology to work from home, how Cisco is giving back to the community, and what she is learning as a leader through the COVID-19 crisis. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“We strengthen our communities by sharing information": Doug Murphy - President & CEO of Corus Entertainment
April 17, 2020 12:45 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MBDoug Murphy, President & CEO of Corus Entertainment discusses the importance of providing trustworthy news to Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic and he explains why Corus launched #CanadaTogether to share uplifting stories during this difficult time.
“We strengthen our communities by sharing information" — Doug Murphy, President and CEO of Corus Entertainment
April 17, 2020 12:45 - 9 minutes - 8.87 MBDoug Murphy, President & CEO of Corus Entertainment discusses the importance of providing trustworthy news to Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic and he explains why Corus launched #CanadaTogether to share uplifting stories during this difficult time. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
Special Edition: Dennis Darby - President & CEO at Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters
April 16, 2020 12:45 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBDennis Darby, President and CEO at Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters discusses the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on his members, including social distancing efforts, what recovery looks like as the supply chain opens up again, and how the regulatory environment might change as a result of the pandemic.
Keeping afloat: Dennis Darby – President & CEO at Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters
April 16, 2020 12:45 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBKeeping afloat. Dennis Darby of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters talks about what manufacturers need to help them weather the COVID-19 crisis, and why consistent rules across the country will be key to business recovery.
"Keeping afloat" — Dennis Darby, President and CEO of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters
April 16, 2020 12:45 - 9 minutes - 9.12 MBKeeping afloat. Dennis Darby of Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters talks about what manufacturers need to help them weather the COVID-19 crisis, and why consistent rules across the country will be key to business recovery. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“I view this crisis as a war” – Rod Graham, President and CEO at Horizon North Logistics
April 15, 2020 13:00 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBHow do you keep workers in essential services safe during a pandemic? Rod Graham, President and CEO of Horizon North Logistics, describes the challenges and solutions to ensuring safety in remote work sites. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“I view this crisis as a war” – Rod Graham, President & CEO at Horizon North Logistics
April 15, 2020 13:00 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBHow do you keep workers in essential services safe during a pandemic? Rod Graham, President and CEO of Horizon North Logistics, describes the challenges and solutions to ensuring safety in remote work sites.
Special Edition: Rod Graham - President & CEO at Horizon North Logistics
April 15, 2020 13:00 - 8 minutes - 7.72 MBRod Graham, President & CEO at Horizon North Logistics, discusses how the company is keeping its employees safe as they serve a key role in Canada's energy and resource projects, how they could rapidly deploy healthcare infrastructure as needs arise, and special considerations for indigenous communities.
“There’s going to be a new normal” – Mark Barrenechea – CEO & CTO at Open Text
April 09, 2020 12:45 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB“There’s going to be a new normal.” Mark Barrenechea of Open Text discusses how the COVID-19 crisis will change the way we live, and why he says “there’s a special place in hell” for cyber criminals who are trying to capitalize on the crisis.
“There’s going to be a new normal” – Mark Barrenechea, CEO and CTO of Open Text
April 09, 2020 12:45 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB“There’s going to be a new normal.” Mark Barrenechea of Open Text discusses how the COVID-19 crisis will change the way we live, and why he says “there’s a special place in hell” for cyber criminals who are trying to capitalize on the crisis. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
Special Edition: Mark Barrenechea - CEO & CTO at Open Text
April 09, 2020 12:45 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBMark Barrenechea, CEO & CTO at Open Text, discusses how the world of work has shifted toward digital during the global pandemic (including the growth of cyber security threats), the company's employee relief fund and "100 acts of kindness" initiatives, and watching his beloved New York struggling to cope.
“Those who can help must help” – Joe Natale, President and CEO, Rogers
April 07, 2020 12:45 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBAt a time when Canadians are relying on phone and digital communication like never before, Rogers Communications President and CEO Joe Natale discusses what they are doing to keep the country connected. And he explains why Rogers is focused on helping Food Banks, Women’s Shelters, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusin...
Special Edition: Joe Natale - President & CEO of Rogers Communications
April 07, 2020 12:45 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBJoe Natale, President & CEO of Rogers Communications, talks about what the company is doing to keep Canada's most vulnerable connected during the COVID-19 crisis, how positivity is flourishing during these difficult times, and how sports fans can scratch their itch while self-isolating.
“The number one priority is to give back and to support Canada through this”: Dani Reiss – President & CEO of Canada Goose
April 06, 2020 12:45 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBDani Reiss, President & CEO of Canada Goose, discusses the company's retooling of their Canadian manufacturing lines toward the production of Personal protective equipment (PPE), the impact of the pandemic on their operations in China, and why there's still reason to be hopeful.
Special Edition: Dani Reiss - President & CEO of Canada Goose
April 06, 2020 12:45 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBDani Reiss, President & CEO of Canada Goose, discusses the company's retooling of their Canadian manufacturing lines toward the production of Personal protective equipment (PPE), the impact of the pandemic on their operations in China, and why there's still reason to be hopeful.
“The number one priority is to give back and to support Canada through this” — Dani Reiss, President and CEO of Canada Goose
April 06, 2020 12:45 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBDani Reiss, President & CEO of Canada Goose, discusses the company's retooling of their Canadian manufacturing lines toward the production of Personal protective equipment (PPE), the impact of the pandemic on their operations in China, and why there's still reason to be hopeful. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“Tough times don’t last but tough teams do” – Linda Hasenfratz, President and CEO of Linamar
April 05, 2020 12:45 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBLinda Hasenfratz, President & CEO of Linamar shares her company's fast-paced ventilator production initiative, how they're keeping workers safe, and what we might learn from how other countries have responded to the COVID-19 crisis. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
Special Edition: Linda Hasenfratz - President & CEO of Linamar
April 05, 2020 12:45 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBLinda Hasenfratz, President & CEO of Linamar shares her company's fast-paced ventilator production initiative, how they're keeping workers safe, and what we might learn from how other countries have responded to the COVID-19 crisis.
“Tough times don’t last but tough teams do”: Linda Hasenfratz – President & CEO of Linamar
April 05, 2020 12:45 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBLinda Hasenfratz, President & CEO of Linamar shares her company's fast-paced ventilator production initiative, how they're keeping workers safe, and what we might learn from how other countries have responded to the COVID-19 crisis.
“It’s an opportunity for us to continue to work together to care for Canadians” — Mark Little, President and CEO of Suncor Energy
April 03, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBMark Little, President & CEO of Suncor Energy talks about the oil and gas crisis in Alberta in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the work his company is doing to keep workers and northern communities safe, and how all this might lead to more collaboration between business and governments. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“It’s an opportunity for us to continue to work together to care for Canadians”: Mark Little - President & CEO of Suncor Energy
April 03, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBMark Little, President & CEO of Suncor Energy talks about the oil and gas crisis in Alberta in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the work his company is doing to keep workers and northern communities safe, and how all this might lead to more collaboration between business and governments.
Special Edition: Mark Little - President & CEO of Suncor Energy
April 03, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MBMark Little, President & CEO of Suncor Energy talks about the oil and gas crisis in Alberta in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the work his company is doing to keep workers and northern communities safe, and how all this might lead to more collaboration between business and governments.
Special Edition: Dean Connor - President & CEO of Sun Life Financial
April 02, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBDean Connor, President & CEO of Sun Life Financial discusses rapidly bringing his global leadership team and workforce together during the COVID-19 crisis, to go above and beyond for Sun Life customers.
“All essential workers deserve our deepest, most heartfelt thanks”: Dean Connor - President & CEO of Sun Life Financial
April 02, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBDean Connor, President & CEO of Sun Life Financial discusses rapidly bringing his global leadership team and workforce together during the COVID-19 crisis, to go above and beyond for Sun Life customers.
“All essential workers deserve our deepest, most heartfelt thanks” — Dean Connor, President and CEO of Sun Life Financial
April 02, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBDean Connor, President & CEO of Sun Life Financial discusses rapidly bringing his global leadership team and workforce together during the COVID-19 crisis, to go above and beyond for Sun Life customers. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
“We’re getting to some positive decisions”: Dan Kelly - President, CEO & Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business
April 02, 2020 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBDan Kelly, President, CEO & Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) discusses the devastating impact of COVID-19 on his members, the government's response, and where he believes we need to go from here.
“We’re getting to some positive decisions” — Dan Kelly, President, CEO and Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business
April 02, 2020 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBDan Kelly, President, CEO & Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) discusses the devastating impact of COVID-19 on his members, the government's response, and where he believes we need to go from here. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
Special Edition: Dan Kelly - President, CEO & Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business
April 02, 2020 16:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBDan Kelly, President, CEO & Chair of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) discusses the devastating impact of COVID-19 on his members, the government's response, and where he believes we need to go from here.
“I think it’s time for us all to reflect” — Tabatha Bull, President and CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
March 31, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBTabatha Bull, President & CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business discusses the impact of the federal government’s wage subsidy plan, the unique challenges faced by indigenous companies during the pandemic and what we can learn from elders during a time of crisis. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
Special Edition: Tabatha Bull - President & CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
March 31, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBTabatha Bull, President & CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business discusses the impact of the federal government’s wage subsidy plan, the unique challenges faced by indigenous companies during the pandemic and what we can learn from elders during a time of crisis.
“I think it’s time for us all to reflect”: Tabatha Bull - President & CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
March 31, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MBTabatha Bull, President & CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business discusses the impact of the federal government’s wage subsidy plan, the unique challenges faced by indigenous companies during the pandemic and what we can learn from elders during a time of crisis.
“It's really encouraging seeing the business leaders step up and take mental health as important as physical health” — Stephen Liptrap, President and CEO of Morneau Shepell
March 30, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBOn this COVID-19 Special Edition of Speaking of Business: Goldy speaks with Stephen Liptrap, President & CEO of Morneau Shepell about caring for the mental health of employees and customers during the current health emergency. Revealing and insightful conversations with Canada’s top innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca
Special Edition: Stephen Liptrap - President & CEO of Morneau Shepell
March 30, 2020 12:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBOn this COVID-19 Special Edition of Speaking of Business: Goldy speaks with Stephen Liptrap, President & CEO of Morneau Shepell about caring for the mental health of employees and customers during the current health emergency.