Business & Careers Episodes

Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery, where we delve into the diverse journeys of professionals across various industries. Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Stina Borth, Founder and CEO of Keymaker Services, an organization dedicated to elevating workforce productivity and youthdevelopment. Stina is an award-winning educator, neurodiversity specialist, and passionate advocate for inclusive, high-performance environments. With a Master's in Education and a wealth of exper...

Welcome back to another episode of Coffee withConvery, where we bring you inspiring stories of career journeys, personal growth, and professional insights. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce a dynamic leader andchangemaker—Francis Syms. Francis is a globally experienced executive,certified coach, and currently the Associate Dean in the Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology at Humber Polytechnic. He’s also the Founder and CEO of The Joule Group Inc, dedicated to leadership development, career e...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery! In today’s episode, I am excited to introduce David McKee, the Founder of Another Angle Consulting and a seasoned CFO and Controller. David’s journey is a unique blend of finance and creativity, as he has spent the past decade transforming his consultancy into a global advisory firm. By combining precise financial management with executive coaching, David helps both businesses and artists thrive. From his early days studying accounting and psychology at P...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, where we explore stories, insights, and careers that inspire. In this special edition / bonus track of Legacy in Motion: Black History Month, I sit down with Diallo Farquharson—an innovative entrepreneur tackling housing inequality and sustainable urban development. As the Co-Founder of TurnKey Developers Inc., Diallo is on a mission to revolutionize housing solutions by making backyard suites more accessible, helping homeownersmaximize their property value whil...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, where we explore stories, insights, and careers that inspire. In this special edition of Legacy in Motion: Black History Month, I sit down with Reggie Waterman—a visionary leader in marketing, mentorship and professional development. With over 15 years of experience driving strategy in Canada’s largest communications and technology companies, Reggie has built a career at the intersection of innovation and leadership. As the Founder of NEXT TEN and Easy Apply Inc...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Coffee with Convery, where we continue our Legacy in Motion series in honor of Black History Month. Today, we are privileged to sit down with an extraordinary leader who is shaping the future of work and opportunity—Mo Ekujumi. Mo is the Co-Founder and CEO of SkillHat, a transformative global tech company dedicated to launching people of color, women, and newcomers in North America into thriving tech careers. With a deep passion for education and empowerm...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, where we explore stories, insights, and careers that inspire the next generation. In this special edition of Legacy in Motion: Black History Month, we sit down with Dr. Camisha Sibblis - an influential leader in Social Justice, Mental Health, and Black Scholars. A 2024 honoree of 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women and one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch 2022, Dr. Sibblis is an Assistant Professor and the Director ofthe Black Scholars Institute at the...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, where we explore stories, insights, and careers that inspire the next generation. In this special edition of Legacy in Motion: Black History Month, we sit down with Dr. Patience Adamu—an influential leader in equity, diversity, and inclusion. With a wealth of experience in social impact, policy, and education, she is dedicated to empowering historically underrepresented communities. Whether you're navigating your first job, looking to make a meaningful career s...

Welcome back to another inspiring episode of Coffee with Convery. This Black History Month, we introduce our Legacy in Motion series with a powerful conversation featuring Manny Almonte—a visionary leader dedicated to empowering men of color and fostering community transformation. Manny is the founder of Mastermind Connect, a dynamic men’s collective, and the Young Masterminds Initiative, a nonprofit creating transformative experiences that help men of color connect with their passions, inner s...

In an era where the challenges facing at-risk youth are more complex than ever, Coffee with Convery continues its Legacy in Motion series with a conversation on justice, mentorship, and systemic change. Joining us is Demetrius Watson-Williamson, a rising voice in criminology, to discuss the critical importance of intervention and support. Currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Criminology after completing his BA at the University of Windsor, Demetrius brings a unique perspective shaped by b...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery. As part of our Legacy in Motion: Black History Month series, I’m honored to welcome Chris Studer to the show. Chris is a visionary leader, advocate, and changemaker dedicated to fostering inclusivity and creating positive social impact. Chris is the Executive Director and co-founder of The Get REAL Movement, a nonprofit tackling homophobia and promoting inclusivity since 2011. Through authentic conversations and impactful campaigns—like the To My Grade 7 Se...

Join us on Coffee With Convery as we sit down with Alexander De Ridder, a visionary entrepreneur and AI innovator revolutionizing enterprise efficiency. From his early days as a 13-year-old coding prodigy in Bruges, Belgium, to founding cutting-edge AI companies like SmythOS and INK, Alexander's journey is a testament to the power of passion and innovation. We'll explore his insights on the future of AI, how collaborative AI systems are transforming businesses, and the valuable lessons he's le...

🎙️ Start 2025 with a Dose of Career Inspiration! 🚀 We’re rewinding to the #1 most popular episode of Coffee with Convery featuring Tad Chisti, Head of Digital Experience Practice at IBM Canada. Fun fact: your host, Convery, hired Tad as an intern 10 years ago! Get ready to dive into Tad’s incredible journey as he shares: - How to build diverse, high-performing teams - The surprising power of curiosity - His secret key to success This is one story you can’t miss. So, grab your favorite brew, ...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Coffee with Convery! Today, I’m delighted to introduce Brandon Lapointe, an ambitious recent graduate from Sheridan College's Pilon School of Business. With a Bachelor of Business Administration specializing in Human Resources, Brandon is ready to take his next big step in the HR field. Brandon’s journey showcases an impressive blend of hands-on customer service expertise, talent acquisition experience, and a knack for innovative problem-solving. His wor...

Welcome back to Coffee With Convery ! Today, we’re joined by Sanjay Padhiar, a dynamic business consultant and Fractional COO with over a decade of experience helping businesses streamline their operations 📈, improve processes 🔄, and, most importantly, turn customers into raving fans 😍. Sanjay is the Principal Consultant at IMA Consulting 🏢, where he leverages his deep knowledge of business management to help companies like Loblaw, adidas, Reebok, Bell, and Staples 🏅 boost profits 💰 and produc...

Welcome back, innovators 🚀 and dream-chasers 💡, to another electrifying ⚡ episode of Coffee with Convery! Today, we're diving into the digital deep end 🌊 with a true titan of tech sales! 💻 Imagine a journey that starts in the vibrant pulse of South Africa 🌍 and leads to the cutting edge of Canada's tech scene 🇨🇦. Our guest has conquered continents 🌐, led legions at tech giants 🏢, and now he's revolutionizing the game for small and medium businesses across the Great White North ❄️. Fasten your ...

Hey there, go-getters and world-changers, welcome to another energizing episode of Coffee with Convery ☕🎙️. Today, we're serving up a steaming cup of inspiration ☕💡 with a side of girl power! 💪👩‍💼 Get ready to meet a true force of nature who's shaking up the innovation landscape and empowering women left and right. She's an award-winning leader 🏆, a 2x TEDx speaker 🎤, and the founder of Women Helping Empower Women 👭. Our guest today is Dr. Georgette Zinaty 💼, a powerhouse professional who's ma...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery ☕️, the podcast where we explore the journeys and experiences with talented individuals from all different backgrounds and careers. Today I’m talking with filmmaker extraordinaire, Billy Nawrocki. 🎬🎥 Billy’s journey in the world of film and media began at Providence College 🎓, where he earned his B.A. in English with a minor in Film Studies. Since then, his career has been nothing short of a thrilling adventure in the world of visual storytelling. 📚🖋️ From launc...

Welcome to another energizing episode of Coffee With Convery! ☕️🎙️ Today we’re brewing up some career inspiration with Amy Davies, the CEO of First30 and author of “What Employees Want.” Amy’s not your average business guru — she’s a Doberman owner who’s mastered the art of getting inside people’s heads (in a good way!) to revolutionize how companies attract and keep great talent. With over two decades of experience exploring what makes professionals tick, Amy’s insights are like a secret deco...

☕ Coffee with Convery | Meet the Rising Stars of the University of Windsor 🌟 Welcome to Coffee with Convery 🎙️, where we spotlight rising stars 🌠, emerging talent 🚀, and the seasoned professionals driving change in their fields. Today’s episode is a special celebration of the exceptional students from the University of Windsor 🎓 who have earned the prestigious Rising Star Student Awards for Summer 2024! 🏆✨ These outstanding students were nominated by their employers for the Co-op/Internship Ri...

Greetings, listeners! 👋 It’s time to wake up your career potential 🚀 with another invigorating episode of Coffee With Convery ☕🎙️. Today we’re in for a treat 🍬 as we sit down with Jordan Berman, a global business executive 🌍💼 and thought leader in building better workplaces 🏢✨. Jordan is the Founder and President of SHIFT Advisory Group, a Senior Faculty member 🎓 at Schulich ExecEd, and a lecturer 📚 at the Schulich School of Business. With extensive experience across multiple industries 🏭📈, Jo...

🎙️ Welcome back to Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today we’re in for a treat 🎁 as I sit down to chat with Brandon Duan, a rising star in the world of full-stack development 💻. Brandon’s journey is as fascinating as it is inspiring💡. With a degree 🎓 in Management and Information Technology from the University of Toronto 🏫, he’s already making waves 🌊 in the tech industry. From his current role as an API Specialist at Points to his impactful internships at tech giants 🏢 like Nokia, Brandon’s career tra...

🎙️ Welcome to another energizing episode of Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today, we're brewing up a conversation that's guaranteed to supercharge your entrepreneurial spirit. 🚀 Our guest is the one and only Billy Samoa Saleebey, a man who's reinvented himself more times than a chameleon in a kaleidoscope! 🦎🌈 From award-winning filmmaker 🎥 to Tesla executive 🚗, and now the podcast guru behind Podify 🎧, Billy's journey is a masterclass in pivoting with purpose. He's gone from capturing stories on the ...

🎙️ Welcome to a very special episode of Coffee with Convery ☕️ Today, I am honored to share the story of Marcial Quinones, a father of four 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 with an MBA 🎓, who has been navigating more than a decade of challenges in his pursuit of steady employment 💼. Marcial’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and the will to keep moving forward 💪, even when faced with overwhelming adversity. Despite submitting over 1,500 job applications 📄, navigating the ever-changing landscape of tech 💻, ...