In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Robin Bailey and guest co-host Cory Chadwick sit down with Jessica Pezim, Client Partner at Bedford Consulting Group, to explore how leadership, culture, and human connection shape organizational success.
Jessica shares her journey from practicing securities law to leading executive search and leadership advisory at Bedford. With a unique background spanning law, finance, and talent strategy, she brings deep insight into how the right leadership match can transform not just an organization but lives.
Together, they discuss what it takes to hire beyond the résumé, build cultures that thrive on belonging, and navigate transformation with empathy and purpose. From AI-driven fear to family business dynamics, this conversation blends strategy with humanity, showing that careers are, at their core, deeply human stories.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Robin Bailey and guest co-host Cory Chadwick sit down with Mike Daser, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Pure Technology, to explore what it means to lead with heart, empathy, and inclusion in today’s evolving workplace.
With over 15 years of experience building cultures that balance people and performance, Mike shares powerful lessons from his time at Starbucks and Target, and how those experiences shaped his leadership philosophy. Known for his belief that great leadership starts with empathy, Mike opens up about his passion for supporting newcomers to Canada, building trust-first teams, and creating cultures where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.
From “Don’t move the mocha” to hiring for values over skills, this episode is packed with insight, authenticity, and heart.
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If you’re an HR professional, business leader, or anyone passionate about people-first leadership, this conversation is a masterclass in leading with empathy, purpose, and connection.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Robin Bailey and guest co-host Kristy Jones (Achievers) sit down with Suzanne Knight, CEO of mBolden Consulting and global keynote speaker, to explore what it really takes to lead through disruption, complexity, and change.
Drawing from her executive experience at Walmart, Deloitte, and Philip Morris International, Suzanne reveals the real playbook for future-proofing leaders and organizations – one built on adaptability, resilience, and courage in the face of uncertainty.
From starting her own firm to advising Fortune 500 companies on transformation and performance, Suzanne shares powerful insights on how to navigate setbacks, maintain culture during upheaval, and find opportunity in crisis. Her philosophy? Something will always go wrong, but the best leaders turn those moments into growth.
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If you’re a business leader, HR professional, or entrepreneur looking to lead with purpose and stability in a rapidly changing world, this conversation is a must-listen.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Robin Bailey and guest co-host Cory Chadwick sit down with Jennifer Hall, Vice President of Human Resources at ACCES Employment, to explore how empathy, integrity, and mentorship are shaping the future of leadership and organizational culture.
Jennifer shares her journey from early career challenges to leading one of Canada’s most impactful not-for-profit organizations. She opens up about how living her values, fostering inclusion, and empowering her team have helped ACCES Employment transform thousands of lives every year.
From overcoming fear and finding her voice to building mentorship programs that cultivate tomorrow’s leaders, Jennifer’s story is a masterclass in how courage, humility, and purpose-driven leadership create lasting impact.
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If you are an HR leader, business owner, or aspiring change-maker seeking to build engaged teams, elevate culture, and lead with both head and heart, this episode offers the clarity and inspiration you’ve been looking for.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin and Al sit down with Devin Persaud, Partner at Miller Thomson LLP and one of Canadian Lawyer’s Top 25 Most Influential Lawyers, to explore how the next generation of legal leaders is transforming the profession from within.
Devin shares candid insights from his journey as a corporate and competition lawyer, advocate, and changemaker – from building sustainable firm cultures and balancing family life to driving greater representation and equity within the legal system.
He discusses how mentorship, advocacy, and a collaborative mindset are reshaping the future of law in Canada, and why creating win-win outcomes is the ultimate mark of professional success.
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If you are an HR leader, founder, or law student who wants to build healthier teams and a more inclusive profession, this episode shows how mentorship, balanced culture, and practical policy can shape a more competitive and humane legal landscape in Canada.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin and Al sit down with Carl Aube, Co-Founder at Optimal U Inc., to explore how lifestyle medicine is transforming preventive health across Canada.
With over 25 years of experience in healthcare innovation, Carl shares how Optimal U is bridging the gap between public and private care – empowering individuals to take charge of their health through data-driven assessments, personalized care plans, and actionable lifestyle changes.
Carl discusses how small, daily habits create measurable, long-term health outcomes, and how wearables, genetic testing, and AI are helping Canadians stay healthier longer. He also explains how employers can integrate lifestyle medicine into benefits programs to boost productivity, reduce absenteeism, and lower healthcare costs.
This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who believes “ignorance is bliss” when it comes to their health, and an invitation to start planting the seeds of wellness today.
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If you’re a benefits advisor, HR leader, or parent looking to better support families through smarter healthcare access, this episode will open your eyes to how innovation and empathy can work hand-in-hand to change the future of care in Canada.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Adam Saperia, CEO of KixCare, Canada’s first and only dedicated virtual pediatric care platform.
Adam shares how KixCare emerged from a team of physicians who saw a glaring gap during the pandemic—children were not being adequately served by generic virtual care. With a mission to deliver specialized, accessible, and trusted healthcare for kids, KixCare connects families across Canada with top pediatric experts, ensuring timely and compassionate support whether the concern is physical, developmental, or mental health–related.
Adam discusses his path from healthcare innovation to entrepreneurship, the future of digital pediatrics, and how technology can enhance, not replace, the human connection in care. He also sheds light on how employers and insurers can help parents by integrating family-focused care into benefit programs, improving both workplace productivity and well-being.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Rochelle Hildebrand, Vice President at EHN Canada, to explore how innovation and compassion are reshaping mental health and addiction treatment nationwide.
After starting her career in marketing, Rochelle unexpectedly found her calling in mental health, and over the past 12 years, she’s become a driving force behind EHN Canada’s mission to deliver accessible, evidence-based care through both inpatient and virtual programs. Her story is a testament to how purpose, leadership, and innovation can intersect to change lives.
Rochelle shares how EHN Canada balances technology and human connection, the evolution of virtual therapy since the pandemic, and what it takes to build strong cultures in high-impact care settings. She also reveals why she believes mental health benefits should be as universal and comprehensive as dental coverage, and how employers can play a transformative role in supporting their teams’ well-being.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Sachi Kittur, Vice President of Human Experience & Innovation at HRPA and founder of GoCPG.ai. Recently named one of Canada’s Top 30 Most Inspiring Women in SME, Sachi brings over 20 years of experience scaling technology companies and building cultures that thrive at the intersection of talent, innovation, and strategy.
From shaping the future of HR leadership to creating AI-powered mentorship platforms for food brands, Sachi offers a masterclass on how leaders can align culture and business growth in a rapidly changing world.
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If you’re an HR leader, entrepreneur, or business owner looking to future-proof your organization with human-centered leadership and innovation, this conversation delivers both strategic insights and personal inspiration.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Gavin Mosley, founder of the GroupBenefitz Platform and one of Canada’s leading voices in private healthcare and executive benefits. With nearly two decades of experience at top insurance carriers and consulting firms, Gavin has made it his mission to simplify the complex world of group benefits and reshape how organizations think about proactive health access.
From exploring the rise of private executive clinics to building insurance solutions that let Canadians access healthcare like their American counterparts, Gavin offers a masterclass in the future of employee benefits.
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If you’re a business owner, benefits advisor, or HR leader curious about the next frontier of employee health and retention, this episode offers both a roadmap and inspiration for where the industry is headed
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin Bailey and guest co-host Corey Chadwick sit down with Margot Perlmutter, Head of HR at CANNEX Financial and certified executive coach. With more than 25 years of experience spanning advertising, camp leadership, SaaS, and fintech, Margot has built a reputation as a people-first leader who blends strategy, empathy, and business growth into every role she’s taken on.
From her early days directing summer camps to navigating acquisitions in the tech world, Margot shares the lessons that shaped her career and the people-first philosophy that defines her leadership.
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If you’ve ever wrestled with the balance between business goals and people needs, wondered how to retain top talent without “big firm” resources, or wanted to know what truly fuels a thriving culture, this conversation is packed with insights you can put into practice.
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In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Cheryl Kerrigan, award-winning Chief People Officer at BlueCat and one of Canada’s most admired HR leaders. With more than two decades of global experience, Cheryl shares her journey of stepping into roles before she felt “ready,” embracing failure as a teacher, and shaping workplace cultures where people and performance thrive.
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If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, wondered how to foster a culture where people truly thrive, or wanted practical insights from one of Canada’s top HR leaders, this episode is filled with clues you’ll want to follow.
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What if the real challenge the second time isn’t how to build, but why you’re building?
In this episode of the Success Leaves Clues podcast, host Robin and co-host Al sit down with Sameer Dhar, CEO and co-founder of NiaHealth. Sameer shares his journey as a second-time founder, revealing the unique challenges of building again, this time with a deeper focus on purpose and impact. The conversation dives into how NiaHealth is reimagining healthcare by combining advanced diagnostics and a nurse-practitioner-led model with human empathy and proactive care.
From leadership lessons to wellness rituals, Sameer opens up about what it takes to build something meaningful while staying grounded. The episode also explores how values like generosity, integrity, and service shape not just businesses, but legacies.
Key Takeaways
✨ Starting a second business can be even harder, especially when you’re more intentional about doing it right.
✨ Meditation, journaling, and self-care are the secret weapons of resilient leadership.
✨ NiaHealth combines personalized testing and nurse-practitioner care with empathy at the core.
✨ Proactive Health is the Future. People want more than reactive care.
✨ Success isn’t just growth or exits, but also generosity, impact, and building with values.
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What if the future of healthcare isn’t in more treatment, but in earlier detection?
In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, host Robin Bailey and co-host Al McDonald sit down with Lisa Miloszewski, Head of Business Development at RegenaLife, a company bringing advanced diagnostic tools and regenerative medicine to the forefront of Canadian healthcare.
Lisa opens up about her own experience with burnout, the limitations she saw in traditional healthcare, and why she’s passionate about putting power back in the hands of patients. From cutting-edge diagnostics to the growing role of AI in medicine, this conversation challenges us to rethink the way we approach chronic disease, prevention, and personal wellness.
If you’re curious about how proactive, AI-enabled care is changing the way we take control of our health, tune in to learn how RegenaLife is helping Canadians rewrite the healthcare experience.
Key Takeaways
✨ Lisa’s personal health crisis ignited a passion for early detection and self-advocacy.
✨ RegenaLife helps Canadians detect chronic conditions before symptoms appear, offering a new paradigm in care.
✨ Regenerative medicine supports the body’s natural ability to repair when given the right tools.
✨ AI and advanced diagnostics are transforming what’s possible in preventative care.
✨ The more people understand their options, the more agency they have over their long-term health.
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What happens when you trade a corporate ladder for entrepreneurial freedom?
In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin and Al sit down with Jeff Scheepers, Head of Sales and Owner at Clik-Clik Systems. Jeff opens up about his leap from the structured world of big tech into the hands-on world of small business ownership. From building a company rooted in friendship to redefining success on his own terms, Jeff shares insights on leadership, listening, and staying true to your values. If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to make the jump, or why it’s worth it, this is a great listen.
Key Takeaways:
✨ How we build matters just as much as what we build.
✨ Leaving the corporate world gives you the freedom to act quickly, pivot fast, and own the outcomes, even the hard ones.
✨ In sales and leadership, true success starts with understanding others and that begins with listening.
✨ Future planning means being ready for curveballs, not just best-case outcomes.
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How do you turn training into transformation and make learning actually stick?
In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Robin and Al sit down with Chris Taylor, founder and CEO of Actionable.co, to explore one of the biggest challenges in corporate learning: turning knowledge into meaningful action. Chris shares the origin story of Actionable, the gaps he saw in traditional training, and how behaviour change—not just information—is the true measure of success.
From navigating generational learning styles to leveraging AI in education, Chris unpacks how leaders can make learning stick, drive real performance, and create lasting change within their organizations. If you’re rethinking your approach to training or wondering how to align development with business results, this is a great listen.
Key Takeaways
✨ Learning in Action – Actionable.co was founded to close the gap between knowledge and implementation in corporate training.
✨ Behavior Over Attendance – True success is measured not by participation, but by sustained behaviour change.
✨ Accountability Is Essential – Having a partner or system for follow-through dramatically increases the likelihood of change.
✨ Aligning with Impact – Training only works when it’s connected to real business objectives and desired outcomes.
✨ Tech With a Human Touch – AI can enhance education, but meaningful growth still depends on human connection and reflection.
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What happens when purpose, partnership, and proactive care come together?
In this episode, hosts Robin and Al sit down with Dr. Hassan and Reham Sannoufi, the husband-and-wife team behind La Vie Executive Health Centre. They share the personal stories that fueled their mission, the philosophy behind La Vie’s elevated and preventative care model, and how they balance business, family, and a shared commitment to reshaping healthcare.
From childhood experiences that sparked a calling to the lessons of working side-by-side as partners in life and work, this conversation is as much about human connection as it is about clinical innovation. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to build a legacy of health, this conversation offers insight and inspiration.
Key Takeaways
✨ Purpose-Driven Origins – Reham’s path to medicine was inspired by her father’s health crisis, shaping her passion for prevention.
✨ Proactive, Personalized Care – La Vie is redefining the patient experience with holistic assessments and root-cause medicine.
✨ Partnership in Practice – Hassan and Reham’s teamwork model is grounded in respect, shared vision, and continuous feedback.
✨ Legacy Through Wellness – La Vie is about long-term impact on patient lives and family health.
✨ Health Requires Accountability – Sustainable lifestyle change starts with commitment and a collaborative support system.
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What if the biggest leadership shift isn’t about learning more, but unlearning what no longer works?
In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with leadership expert Daneal Charney to explore what’s broken in traditional leadership training and how peer-led, AI-powered models are reshaping the way we develop tomorrow’s leaders. If you’re building leadership from the inside out, this episode is for you.
Key takeaways:
✨ Leadership development should empower individuals to own their growth.
✨ Unlearning outdated models is just as important as learning new ones.
✨ Peer-to-peer learning fosters deeper accountability and connection.
✨ Real-time feedback, even when tough, is key to meaningful change.
✨ AI and tools like Yoodli and Monark are transforming the coaching experience.
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How do you create a workplace where mental fitness is part of the culture, not just a crisis response? If you’re a growth-driven leader who thrives on continuous improvement, this episode is for you...
This week on Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin and Al reconnect with returning guest Cory Chadwick, founder of Lyseum, to explore how leaders can embrace continuous growth, shift from a fixed to a growth mindset, and lead by example when it comes to mental health.
Cory shares why mental fitness is the missing piece in so many organizations and how even small, consistent changes can have a massive impact across teams, families, and communities. From aha moments to mindset traps, this conversation is packed with valuable insights for any leader seeking to build resilience, empathy, and lasting impact.
Key takeaways:
✨ Next-Level Evolution – The transition from Mental Gym to Lyseum reflects a deeper commitment to proactive mental fitness.
✨ Lead Without a Title – Leadership is about influence, not hierarchy. Consistency and behaviour matter most.
✨ Mindset Matters – Shifting from a fixed to a growth mindset unlocks meaningful personal and professional development.
✨ No Time? No Excuse. – Even busy leaders can make space for growth with the right strategies.
✨ Normalize the Conversation – Talking openly about mental health builds trust and stronger team culture.
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What if HR wasn’t about red tape, but about trust, simplicity, and strategy?
In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, hosts Robin and Al sit down with Chief People Officer and Culture Architect Kourtney Shelton, a seasoned HR executive and author of The HR Blueprint. Kourtney shares her refreshingly straightforward approach to HR, emphasizing the value of treating employees like adults, focusing on outcomes over policies, and building a culture of trust. From mentorship to strategic impact, this conversation will resonate with anyone who believes HR can and should be a powerful force for good inside an organization.
Key takeaways:
✨ Keep it Simple – Effective HR doesn’t have to be complicated. Clarity beats complexity.
✨ Trust Over Control – Treating employees like adults builds better culture and accountability.
✨ Strategic Partner – HR belongs at the decision-making table, not just the compliance corner.
✨ Mentorship Matters – Developing future leaders starts with investing in the ones we have today.
✨ Legacy Thinking – Great leaders leave behind empowered people, not just polished policies.
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