Society & Culture Episodes

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, ☕️🎙️ the podcast where we dive deep into the journeys of inspiring professionals who are shaping the digital landscape. 🌐 🚀 Today, we have a special guest joining us from the heart of Toronto, Ontario. Tad Chisti is the Digital Experience Practice Leader at IBM, where he leads a dynamic team of over 120 consultants. 👥💡 With a diverse background in nanotechnology engineering and over nine years of experience at IBM, 🧬📈 Tad has driven some of the largest digital tr...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, ☕️ the podcast where we dive into inspiring stories over a warm cup of coffee. Today, we have a special guest who is not just building with bricks but also building communities and dreams. 🏗️ Meet Charlie Jeffers, the remarkable teenager behind "Pass the Bricks." Charlie started Pass the Bricks with a simple yet powerful mission: to collect used LEGO bricks, 🧱 clean and sanitize them, 🧼 and then repurpose them into new sets for children in need. His journey bega...

🎉 Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery, where we bring you the brightest minds and most inspiring voices in media, entertainment, and beyond. Today we have a truly special guest joining us. He’s an award-winning digital and broadcast executive producer with 20 years of experience, known not only for his exceptional work but also for his empathetic leadership. Our guest today is Jodie Davis. Jodie is renowned for his role as the co-executive producer of Entertainment Tonight Canada...

In today's episode of Coffee with Convery ☕, we're diving into the world of talent acquisition and recruitment with a seasoned expert who has made his mark across a range of industries. Joining us today is Julien Simões, a Senior Talent Leader with extensive experience connecting innovative tech companies with the right candidates, focusing on areas such as tech 💻, product 📦, and data 📊. Currently based in Lyon, France, Julien's journey in talent acquisition spans companies of all sizes, from ...

🎉🎉 Welcome to the 180th episode of Coffee with Convery! 🎉🎉 Four years and counting, I'm beyond excited to mark this milestone with you. Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey of conversations, insights, and inspiration. Here's to many more episodes of empowering change and celebrating dynamic leaders and their careers! ☕ Empowering Change & Transformation with Justina Ikwu Today, we're thrilled to have Justina Ikwu, a powerhouse in strategy and transformation, join us. With an MB...

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery! Today, we're joined by a remarkable guest, Kareem Brochu, the President of the Canadian Association of Business Students (CABS). With over 70,000 business students under his leadership, Kareem's strategic prowess and financial acumen have propelled CABS to new heights. As President, Kareem is not only responsible for developing and executing strategic plans but also for overseeing operational efficiency, identifying growth opportunities, an...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery ☕️, the podcast where we celebrate diversity, inclusion, and success stories!🏳️‍🌈 Today, we have a special guest whose journey embodies resilience, innovation, and advocacy. 🎤 Joining us today is Felipe Soares, a seasoned Customer Success Leader with a passion for customer success and dog training. 🐾 Felipe's career trajectory is nothing short of inspiring, from his roots as a Tax Lawyer to founding his own business and now making waves as a leader in the B2B Saa...

🎙️ Welcome to ☕️ Coffee with Convery, the podcast where we sit down with some of the most fascinating minds from various fields for a chat over a cup of coffee! Today I'm thrilled to introduce you to our guest, Sebastian Benzecry! 🚀 🎓 Sebastian is a PhD Candidate at the University of Cambridge, where he focuses on Film and Screen Studies. He's also the President of the Cambridge University Boat Club for 2023/24, leading the team to victory in The Gemini Boat Race 2024 and winning the Aberdeen...

Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery, the podcast where we bring you inspiring stories and conversations with remarkable individuals . Today, I have the privilege of sitting down and introducing you to a true advocate for children’s rights, an esteemed lawyer ⚖️, and the author of the New York Times Bestseller 📚 “Hope’s Boy,” Andrew Bridge. Andrew’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From growing up in foster care from age 6 to 18 🏠, to defying the odds and earning scholar...

Welcome to another invigorating episode of Coffee with Convery! ☕ Today, we're joined by a true luminary in the world of talent acquisition, Corey Shaw 🌟, founder of North Star Talent, based right here in the heart of Toronto. Corey Shaw, with a Bachelor's degree in History from Wilfrid Laurier University 🎓, has forged an illustrious career path, distinguished by his unwavering commitment to excellence. From his tenure as a Talent Acquisition leader at TD, CIBC, Canada Life, Co-operators and ...

🎉 Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery! ☕ Today we have a remarkable guest joining us: Katie Wuotila, an incoming Sales and Trading Analyst at Scotiabank in New York City. Hailing from Calgary, Katie is a force to be reckoned with both on and off the court. 🏀 As a Co-op and Student-Athlete, she's not only excelled in varsity basketball at U SPORTS but also demonstrated her leadership skills as the VP Corporate Affairs of the Rowe Women in Business Association. Katie's journey is ...

Welcome to another insightful episode of Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today, we're delighted to introduce you to Andrew Neary, a dynamic force in the world of journalism and entrepreneurship. 🌟 Andrew's journey is nothing short of inspiring. As a second-year Journalism – Mass Media student, he's not only excelling academically but has also earned the prestigious Student of the Year Award for College and CEGEP WIL. 🎓🏆 What truly sets Andrew apart is his unwavering commitment to making entrepreneursh...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today we have a special guest with us, the Owner and President of Spotted Dog Construction 🏗️🐾, based in Toronto. Meet Simon Broer 🎩, a seasoned professional with a passion for turning dreams into reality 💭✨. With a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Economics from the University of Toronto 🎓💼 and a wealth of experience in investment banking at TD Securities 💰💼, Simon has recently transitioned into the world of construction. As the Owner and President of Spo...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery ☕️, the podcast where we bring you stories of extraordinary people making a difference in their communities and beyond. Today, we're diving into an inspiring story of dedication, resilience, and the transformative power of music 🎵. Our guest today is Steve Bagmanyan, a name that may sound familiar if you've recently seen the Academy Award-winning documentary short, The Last Repair Shop 🛠️. This powerful film, directed by Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers, has brough...

Welcome to Coffee With Convery! ☕️ Today, we’re honored to have Stephanie Wooden as our guest. Hailing from the vibrant city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Stephanie is not just a student but a beacon of leadership and inspiration in her community. 🏙 Currently serving as the President of the Dalhousie Women in Business Association, Stephanie’s journey is one of dedication, ambition, and unwavering commitment to empowering women in the business world. 💼 As a fourth-year Bachelor of Commerce Co-op stu...

Welcome, coffee enthusiasts and conversationalists, to another stimulating episode of “Coffee with Convery”! ☕️ Today, we’re diving into the world of storytelling with a remarkable individual, Glenn Bragonier. 🎙 Glenn Bragonier is a seasoned Content Producer from Toronto. 🌟 With a rich tapestry of experiences ranging from sous chef to assistant distiller, Glenn’s journey has led him to the heart of journalism, where he currently produces captivating content for “Let’s Talk with Dani Stover” on ...

Welcome, listeners, to another captivating episode of “Coffee with Convery” ☕, where we unravel the intricate tapestry of school, work, and life transitions and transformations 🎓💼🌱. Today, our focus is on the dynamic realms of HR, recruitment, and career insights, and we’re privileged to have a remarkable guest in our midst — Syed Ahmed . Syed is a graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Finance 🎓💰. Syed transcends the conventional recruiter role; ...

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery, where we bring you conversations with remarkable individuals shaping the landscape of work and impacting people through storytelling. ☕🗣️ Today, we are thrilled to have Kevin O’Keefe on the show, a seasoned veteran in the world of current affairs television, documentaries, and digital media. 🌐📺 With a career spanning over 25 years, Kevin has left an indelible mark on the industry. Currently serving as a Producer at CTV’s acclaimed investiga...

🌟✨ Welcome, coffee enthusiasts and career aficionados, to another enriching episode of "Coffee with Convery"! ☕🚀 🎉 Today, we have a special guest, Mike Thomson, who's not only redefining the hiring landscape but has a unique journey that intertwines entrepreneurship, athletics, and the invaluable lessons learned from embracing discomfort. ⚽🏒 🏒 From the hockey rinks teaching teamwork and resilience to the competitive floors of CrossFit, Mike has always sought to confront and embrace discomfort ...

🎙️☕ Welcome to Coffee with Convery, the podcast where we dive deep into the lives and stories of individuals making a meaningful impact in their careers, their communities, and beyond. ☕🎙️ Today, we have a remarkable guest with us, someone whose journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. Joining is Chadwin Bartley, a multifaceted individual hailing from the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. 🍁 Chadwin wears many hats – he's the Founder of Bartley Skills Development, the brains behind ChairLinks, a s...

🎙️ On today’s episode of Coffee with Convery, I have the pleasure of hosting a dynamic individual whose strategic mindset, creative prowess, and passion for connecting people have reshaped the landscape of student and employer engagement. Allow me to introduce Jonah Ferguson, the Coordinator of Employer and Student Engagement at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. 🌍🎓 Jonah brings a unique blend of skills and experiences to the table. Armed with a Bachelor of Busine...

🎙️ Welcome, listeners, to a special edition of Coffee With Convery ☕, where we delve into skill development and job seeking in today’s world of work! 🌍 Today’s podcast is sponsored by the Diversity Institute 🌟. They're all about action-oriented research and finding innovative solutions to societal challenges. 💡 With a focus on bridging skills gaps, promoting diversity in leadership, and driving inclusive innovation, they're at the forefront of shaping the future of work. 🚀 But wait, there's mo...

🎙️ Welcome, Coffee With Convery listeners! In today’s episode, we are joined by a remarkable individual, Chris Hooten, who is on a mission to reshape the narrative surrounding neurodiversity and foster inclusivity in teams, organizations, and communities. 🌟 Chris is a passionate advocate working tirelessly to change the way we think and talk about neurodiversity. With a Master’s in Education and Human Development, Chris has partnered with renowned organizations such as the Space Needle, Chihuly...

🌿☕️ Welcome to Coffee with Convery! Today, we're delving into the captivating realms of chemistry, sustainability, academia, and innovation, one cup at a time, with our special guest, Ayodele Fatona! 🚀🔬 Ayodele's career journey, from overseeing introductory chemistry labs to teaching and guiding research projects at McMaster University, is nothing short of groundbreaking. 🌐 His expertise spans from crafting safety protocols to synthesizing cutting-edge materials for sustainable chemistry. 🎓 Ho...