
To celebrate MDR Strategy Group's eighth anniversary—and a recent international award for regulatory excellence—The Registrar Podcast features a candid interview with CEO Daniel Roukema. In this special episode, staff turn the mic on their leader to explore the state of licensing and professional regulation, the firm's vision and growth, and what it takes to lead a successful social enterprise. It's thoughtful, honest, fun, and full of insight for anyone interested in the dynamics of leadership, strategy, and perseverance. Visit MDR's website: https://mdrstrategy.ca/
May 8, 2025
40 min

In conversation with Jimi Bush from the Washington Medical Commission (WMC). Jimi shares her thoughts on DEI and the importance of inclusive communications.
Dec 4, 2023
37 min

In conversation with The Registrar podcast from Sydney, Australia, learn more about the country's licensing and professional regulation system, labour mobility challenges, and the importance of recognizing the history, values, and contributions of its Indigenous Peoples.
Sep 15, 2023
30 min

In conversation with host Daniel Roukema, Dr. Zubin Austin, Professor and Koffler Research Chair at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Toronto, discusses the importance of kindness in regulation, Canada's labour market challenges in the health sector, the ethics of recruiting internationally trained health professionals, and much more.
Jun 7, 2023
38 min

Lise Betteridge is the Registrar and CEO of the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. In conversation with Daniel Roukema in advance of her retirement, Lise passionately reflects on her career, her hopes for a more inclusive future, and her contributions to protecting the public.
Mar 23, 2023
34 min

Dr. Hany Abdelhady is a public member on the Council of the College of Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta (CRPNA), and a pharmacist at Alberta Health Services. In this episode, Hany discusses his education and career abroad and in Canada, and life as a healthcare practitioner during COVID-19.
Mar 23, 2023
16 min

Staci Mason is the Director, American Medical College Application Service Operations at the Association of American Medical College in Washington, DC. In this podcast, host Daniel Roukema and Staci Mason compare notes about Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and racism, as African American and African Canadian professionals working in licensing and professional regulation.
Mar 23, 2023
37 min

Marc Spector is the Deputy Registrar of the Home Construction Regulatory Authority in Toronto, Ontario. Podcast host Daniel Roukema met up with Spector at the Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation (CLEAR) Annual Education Conference in Louisville, Kentucky. Listen to an easygoing conversation about Spector's vision for CLEAR, relevant regulation, and the great people of Kentucky.
Mar 23, 2023
11 min

Host Daniel Roukema sat down with Michael Carpenter, CEO, Australian Psychology Accreditation Council, at the Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation (CLEAR) Annual Education Conference held in September 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky. The two discussed licensing and professional regulation, Australia vs. England, family, and life.
Mar 23, 2023
15 min
