Category Archives: Canada

Brenda Andress, Founder & President of SheIS Sports Network

Brenda Andress is the Founder and President of SheIS Sports Network and a pioneering leader in advancing women’s sports.
As the former commissioner of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League, she played a pivotal role in elevating the profile and opportunities for women’s hockey.

Theadora Sauvé, Board Member, Million Peacemakers, on Youth Leadership & Legal Innovation

Theadora Sauvé is an accomplished lawyer and Board Member of Million Peacemakers, dedicated to advancing conflict resolution and youth empowerment.
A former competitive figure skater, she brings discipline, resilience, and a global perspective to her work in law and leadership.

Ronald C. Shon, President, Shon Group & Founding Partner and Co-Chairman, REDDS Capital: From Real Estate to AI—Lessons in Leadership and Innovation

Ronald C. Shon is the President of the Shon Group and Founding Partner & Co-Chairman of REDDS Capital.
With a career spanning real estate, venture investing, and technology, he has built a reputation for identifying emerging opportunities and creating long-term value.

Shanil Ebrahim, Partner & Head of AI Strategy, Deloitte Canada

Shanil Ebrahim is the Partner and Head of AI Strategy at Deloitte Canada, helping organizations develop and scale enterprise AI initiatives.
He specializes in AI strategy, digital transformation, and guiding leaders from AI experimentation to organization-wide adoption and measurable business impact.

Lindsay White, Leadership & People Strategy Expert, Founder of High Voltage Leadership

Lindsay White is the Founder of High Voltage Leadership and a recognized expert in leadership, culture, and people strategy.
Based in Calgary, she works with founders, CEOs, and executive teams to build sustainable, high-performing organizations.

Paul Larche, Author & Behavioral Branding Strategist

Paul Larche is a behavioral branding strategist who helps organizations understand the psychology behind decision-making, communication, and consumer behavior.
He is the author of The Divided Brain: Understanding Human Behavior in Branding and Business, which explores the relationship between emotion, rationality, and human behavior.

Erez Avramov: Resilience & Communication Expert — Transforming Adversity into Strength

Growing up in Israel and developing unconscious resilience in a volatile environment
Mandatory service in an elite military unit, which shaped adaptability and teamwork

Richard Longworth, Author of Becoming Whole in a Fractured World & Educator

Early inspiration from his uncle and exposure to Jiddu Krishnamurti’s philosophy in Manchester, England
Running youth groups with his wife in Montreal and a leadership role during the United Church of Canada’s 50th anniversary

Dr. Vassil Dimitrov, Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering, University of Calgary

Lifelong curiosity and passion for mathematics
Bridging mathematics and engineering through hybrid education