Identifying the disconnect between theoretical university learning and practical job skills.
Making workplace-relevant training accessible to everyone—not just those already working in finance roles.
Growing up in Israel and developing unconscious resilience in a volatile environment
Mandatory service in an elite military unit, which shaped adaptability and teamwork
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
Lifelong curiosity and passion for mathematics
Bridging mathematics and engineering through hybrid education
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.
Diana Szyszka Pompei is the Executive Director of Canadian Business Council (CBC), Dubai.
Shifting family circumstances and early passion for art, science, technology, and writing
The impact of cultural expectations on ambition and creativity
Roger T. Burlton is the President of Process Renewal Group
He was co-founder of BPTrends Associates .
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.
Tim is the CMO of Guideline
He’s an advisor to multiple VC funds, and has built and exited several ventures across tech, media and nonprofit centers.
