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Enabling Vibrant Story Telling | Dr. Kathryn Ritchie

Dr. Kathryn Ritchie, CEO & Founder, Ignition Institute, has high energy, a wild curiosity and desire to continue to learn and grow, and a deep commitment to care and give back to the planet – to the individual, to the team, to the organization, to the community, and the globe. “I am not someone who seeks badges or accolades or acknowledgment, this comes from the results I experience, in the relationships I have and the work I do. I am focused on mobilizing and getting things done. I compete with myself and only myself to be better and better,” she says.

Armed with an Unwavering Determination | Jose Arozarena

Jose Arozarena, the CEO of Amigo Tours, is a determined visionary leader who has transformed the company into a thriving hospitality and tourism business. His journey began at a young age when he started a small computer business and later worked as a DJ to save money for backpacking across Europe.

Building the Future with Trust | Heather Bruce

Today, more than ever, it is essential for leaders to think about future generations because they have the power to shape the world. Leaders who think beyond their interests and consider the long-term impact of their decisions can create a better future for everyone. In fact, generative leaders strive to leave the world a better place than they found it. They focus on creating an inspiring and enriching human experience for their people outside of work.

A Story of Innovation, Resourcefulness, & Creativity | Devee Joy McNally

Devee McNally will be the first person to say her intention was never to own a business. She never thought she would be working with a team, collaborating, creating, and developing thoughtful products in a beautiful office space. From the start, her only goal was to provide households with the Junk Drawer Organizer® because it would solve a problem and make their lives more joyful.

Leading with Passion & Dedication | Damien M Tholomier

A seasoned professional in the field of electrical power systems and grid automation, Damien Tholomier plays an essential role in the management and optimization of the electrical systems of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Electric Co-Op. Damien is a senior executive with 30 years of experience working for Fortune 500 companies in energy-related sectors such as power, oil & gas, mining, transportation & renewables.

Making Builder’s Lives Easier | Caleb Cowart

Caleb Cowart, President of TNS Solutions, oversees the company’s operations and ensures they maintain their commitment to excellence. He recognizes the importance of airtightness in buildings and its impact on energy savings. Meanwhile, the company’s AeroBarrier technology makes builders’ lives easier by efficiently sealing invisible air leaks, allowing them to reliably meet blower door tests—a method to measure a building’s airtightness.

A Different Approach to Leadership | James Constable

Emotional intelligence (EI) is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one’s emotions and those of others. Leaders with high emotional intelligence are more likely to create a positive work environment, inspire and engage their teams, and achieve better business results. James Constable, the CEO of Albany Beck, is a leader with incredibly high emotional intelligence and levels of empathy. These qualities have had a significant impact on all his business decisions as well as his leadership style and structure. Because of his unique attributes, James constantly puts himself in another person’s situation and thinks, “How would I behave if I was that person?” It enables him to understand what is needed more clearly. “I’d never expect someone to do something I’m not prepared to do myself. My emotional intelligence is probably why I also respect the quote from Aristotle: “The whole is more than the sum of its parts.” It’s the significance of people working together to create something greater than what any of us can contribute individually that I am a firm believer of,” says James. “Everyone can contribute; everyone has a role to play in our company. It’s about putting people in the right seat and empowering them to be their best version. This is what gets the best outcomes for everybody.”

Healing People with Quality Products | Rick L. Schaly

Trainers Choice is a Canadian family-owned sports medicine brand with a 30-year legacy of quality and innovation in the sports medicine field. It began with the vision of an industry veteran who founded a chain of award-winning rehabilitation clinics whose products reflect a unique and synergistic collaboration among healthcare professionals.

Leading with Determination & Commitment | Mitch McDermid

When Mitch McDermid launched Innovana, he had an evident vision of what he wanted the company to look like and what it could offer that was different from existing IT services and consulting firms. There was a clear need for a cloud-based services and business automation solutions provider that would address the needs of SMBs both from a pricing and service standpoint in Canada.

The Pride of Ottawa | Martin Goertzen

In the last two decades soft washing has revolutionize the roof and exterior cleaning industry because it allows more carefully metered chemical cleaning solutions to be applied to building surfaces without the use of pressure, making it the most important change in the mobile exterior cleaning industry.