The Leader's Corner from IBR
The Leader's Corner from IBR
Ivey Business Review
The Leader's Corner from IBR is a series of conversations with highly successful entrepreneurs and leaders about their stories in business and beyond. 
#6 - Jaime Watt's What I Wish I Said: Authenticity, Truth and Activism in a Climate of Dissonance
In this episode, Podcast Lead Max Livingston and Host Krish Kodali sit down with Jaime Watt, the renowned Executive Chairman of Navigator, bestselling author, and a towering figure in Canada's political, commercial and cultural realms. Canada’s premier strategist for high-stakes communication strategy, Jaime has shaped public opinion and policy with his innovative approaches to complex issues. His influence stretches across the corporate world, professional services, not-for-profit organizati...
Mar 13, 2024
1 hr
#5 - Harish Venkatesh: Private Equity, Mentorship, and Leading Africa's Fastest Growing Company
Join host Max Livingston in this conversation with Harish Venkatesh, a former Ivey HBA and Harvard Business School alumni, and current CFO of Alerzo, one of the most exciting and fastest growing companies in Africa. He speaks about mentorship, leadership, his experiences at Ivey and Harvard, working at in finance at KKR, Resevoir Capital and Signal Hill and his current role as at Alerzo, where under his tenure, the company grew from $50m to $500m in monthly turnover. What I Wish I ...
Jan 26, 2024
46 min
#4 - Bill Manning: Unveiling the Sports Business Playbook
Bill Manning is the President of Toronto FC and the Toronto Argonauts. Join hosts Kunalraj Talampally and Max Livingston as they discuss his journey to Toronto sport, the future of soccer in North America, and sports' unique ability to unify billions!What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):https://www.whatiwishisaid.ca/Navigator: https://navltd.com/Become an Organ Donor (Canada):https://beadonor.ca/
Jan 16, 2024
1 hr 13 min
#3 - Joyce Mackenzie Liu: Finance, Entrepreneurship and the Shaping of the Modern CFO
Join host Max Livingston as we explore the inspiring journey of Joyce Mackenzie Liu, a former law aspirant who navigated through unexpected career pivots and the 2009 global recession, before eventually starting Pegafund and shaping the modern finance landscape. This podcast delves into the importance of mentorship, resilience in facing life's low points, and the transformative power of embracing change, as our guest reflects on their time at Ivey Business School and key experiences at GE Cap...
Nov 24, 2023
44 min
#2 – Jacqueline van den Ende: Solving the Climate Crisis, Observation, Impact Investing
Jacqueline van den Ende is the founder of Carbon Equity, a platform that allows individuals to invest into companies at the forefront of climate innovation. Join hosts Krish Kodali and Kunalraj Talampally as they discuss her inspiration to start the firm, the future of climate tech, and noticing the amazing world around us! Carbon Equityhttps://www.carbonequity.com/Jacqueline's LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jlvdende/What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):https://www.whatiwishisa...
Nov 17, 2023
1 hr 11 min
#1 – Braden Ream: Life Altering Decisions, Original Thinking, and Building a Brand.
In this episode, hosts Krish Kodali and Max Livingston speak with Braden Ream, the CEO and co-founder of Voiceflow. What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):https://www.whatiwishisaid.ca/Navigator: https://navltd.com/Become an Organ Donor (Canada):https://beadonor.ca/
Oct 18, 2023
1 hr 1 min
Value-First Investing: Legacy and Leadership in Private Equity with Rob Normandeau
A recipient of Canada's 2009 Forbes 40 under 40 Award, Rob Normandeau is the Managing Partner and CEO of Seafort Capital, one of the biggest Private Equity firms on the East Coast. In this conversation, hosts Jack Lavorato and Krish Kodali speak with Rob about his leadership journey; from practicing law at the Toronto office of Skadden, Arps, a major New York-based law firm, to serving as CEO of Clarke Inc., a TSX-listed investment company, to his current role at Seafort. We hope you enjoy!Wh...
May 26, 2023
50 min
Fill your Buckets: Mentorship, Empowerment and Finding a Balance with Raveena Maheshwari
In this episode, one of Canada's 2023 top 100 professionals Raveena Maheshwari joins hosts Max Livingston and Rachel Colucci for a conversation about mentorship, mental health, women's empowerment, and more. Raveena is a senior leader with a wide array of experiences; in her educational attainment, her experience in corporate banking and consulting, her most recent role in tech sales, and a collection of passions that occupy her non-work life. Enjoy!What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):h...
Apr 19, 2023
47 min
Communication is Key: Public and Private Sector Leadership with Michelle Eaton
Michelle Eaton joins hosts Jack Lavorato and Rachel Colucci. Michelle is the Vice President of Public Affairs at the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, and prior to this, she had a remarkable journey working for the Government of Canada, Manulife, and Phillip Morris. In this podcast, Michelle discusses her career in both public and private sectors, her experience as a woman in powerful positions, her role in the Ontario Chamber of Commerce, and more.What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):h...
Mar 22, 2023
42 min
Leading with Impact: Consulting, Leadership and Management with Mark Andersen
In this episode, Mark Andersen joins host Max Livingston to speak about his experiences as the Managing Director of National Sales for Slalom Consulting's Canadian practice.What I Wish I Said (Available Everywhere):https://www.whatiwishisaid.ca/Navigator: https://navltd.com/Become an Organ Donor (Canada):https://beadonor.ca/
Mar 1, 2023
34 min