Category Archives: Canada

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

Thomas Park, Co-Founder & Lead Partner, BDC Deep Tech Fund

Growing up in Quebec during the referenda and witnessing the impact of economic hardship on society.
Lessons from his parents’ wartime experiences in Korea, teaching gratitude, service, and resilience.

Hussein Hallak, Author & Entrepreneur: Mastering Uncertainty and the Dark Art of Life Mastery

Shifting family circumstances and early passion for art, science, technology, and writing
The impact of cultural expectations on ambition and creativity

Gabriela Embon, Author, ‘Becoming a Power Couple’; Relationship Coach

Gabriela is an author of a book titled Becoming a Power Couple- 4 Pillars to Engineer Legendary Marriages.
She’s a chemical engineer, a relationship coach and author, an influential host of the Life Engineering Podcast, and a dynamic keynote speaker.

Building Impactful Tech PR: Insights from Jackson Wightman, Founder of Proper Propaganda PR & Author of ‘The Tech PR Playbook

Started in politics; transitioned to corporate, then launched his tech-focused agency by chance
Loves the tech sector’s energy and global scope

Hilton Barbour, Marketing Provocateur & Culture Champion: Unlocking the Power of Marketing and Company Culture

Early inspiration from British advertising in Zimbabwe
Motivation to craft meaningful ads and enduring love for creative marketing