Join us for the finale of season two where host Russell Evans and producer Jade Towle reflect on the season and delve into discussions on how to adapt businesses to better meet customer needs, the importance of prioritizing and acting on feedback, and the significance of adopting a people-first approach while aligning with a purposeful direction.

Featuring soundbites from notable guests such as Anthony Viel, CEO of Deloitte Canada; Dr. Susan Black, President and CEO of the Conference Board of Canada; Brett Belchetz, CEO and Co-Founder of Maple; Ross Wainwright, former CEO of Alida, among others, we revisit the most impactful moments from season two.

After this episode, you’ll learn:

• How top leaders are contributing to a better Canada
• How organizations are prioritizing adapting needs
• The benefits of a triple-bottom-line approach to business
• And more

Do you know of a leader in Canada who is committed to making meaningful change and really driving impact? We’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us with your guest suggestions: https://www.caatpension.ca/podcast/contact-us.

CAAT believes every Canadian deserves access to a workplace pension. Learn more: https://www.caatpension.ca/pensions-for-everyone.

The Contributors eBook, Lessons from the Leaders, is here! Discover the real stories, as told on Contributors episodes, about leaders who overcame a challenge and improved their business structure, culture, or approach.

Download your copy here: https://mailchi.mp/53b43e0152a4/3u7xfoybpi

Show Links:

• Introduce DBplus to your workplace: https://www.caatpension.ca/employee-toolkit/en/

• Download the free Contributors e-book, Lessons From the Leaders: https://mailchi.mp/53b43e0152a4/3u7xfoybpi

• Learn more about CAAT Pension Plan here: https://www.caatpension.ca/

• Read the Contributors blog here: https://www.caatpension.ca/podcast/blog

• Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/contributors-podcast

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Retirement income security is a looming issue in Canada.

In this insightful episode, we delve into the dynamic world of defined benefit (DB) pension plans in Canada, tracing their journey from prominence, through decline, to their modern resurgence.

Host Russell Evans brings a roster of leaders and experts onto the show, including: Pamela Steer, President & CEO, CPA Canada; Stephen Poloz, former Governor of Bank of Canada and Special Advisor, Osler Hoskin & Harcourt; Keith Ambachtsheer, Co-founder, KPA Advisory Services LTD.; and, Paul Lai Fatt, Director of Pension Solutions, CAAT Pension Plan.

This episode is not just a journey through time – it's a roadmap for the future of retirement planning in Canada. Perfect for decision-makers, professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in the state of pension plans.

After this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why defined benefit (DB) pension coverage had declined across Canada’s private sector over the past decades

• Why employers are prioritizing bringing back modern DB plans in the workplace today

• How modern pensions can shift Canada away from a challenging economic future

CAAT believes every Canadian deserves access to a workplace pension. Learn more: https://www.caatpension.ca/pensions-for-everyone.

The Contributors eBook, Lessons from the Leaders, is here! Discover the real stories, as told on Contributors episodes, about leaders who overcame a challenge and improved their business structure, culture, or approach.

Download your copy here: https://mailchi.mp/53b43e0152a4/3u7xfoybpi

Show Links:

• Introduce DBplus to your workplace: https://www.caatpension.ca/employee-toolkit/en/

• Download the free Contributors e-book, Lessons From the Leaders: https://mailchi.mp/53b43e0152a4/3u7xfoybpi

• Learn more about CAAT Pension Plan here: https://www.caatpension.ca/

• Read the Contributors blog here: https://www.caatpension.ca/podcast/blog

• Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/contributors-podcast

• Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContributorsCA

How can organizations transform and scale, while promoting the greater good for Canada? For Brett Belchetz, CEO and Co-Founder of Maple, the answer was shifting from a consumer focused B2C model to an influential force in the B2B landscape. Host Russell Evans and guest Brett Belchetz engage in conversation, delving deep into the genesis of Maple’s journey – and more importantly, how other organizations can learn from the transformational pivot the virtual healthcare app made. With his unique experience as both a physician and CEO, Brett brings fresh, practical innovations to the market through Maple, emphasizing a collaborative and adaptive approach to expanding into the B2B space.

Transitioning to a B2B focus came with its own set of unique challenges, and Brett shares insights into the intricacies of balancing the interests of individual patients with those of their employers.

After this episode, you’ll learn:



• How Maple’s responsiveness to changing market dynamics led to remarkable growth
• How Brett’s vision and strategic acumen steered the company toward success
• The power of collaboration and how to swiftly adapt for sustained success
• Why pivoting to a B2B model can improve alignment with individual customer needs and unlock untapped potential
•  How organizations can prioritize different audiences, while ultimately supporting a better Canada

The Contributors eBook, Lessons from the Leaders, is here! Discover the real stories, as told on Contributors episodes, about leaders who overcame a challenge and improved their business structure, culture, or approach.

Download your copy here: https://mailchi.mp/53b43e0152a4/3u7xfoybpi

Show Links:

• Download the free Contributors e-book, Lessons From the Leaders: https://mailchi.mp/53b43e0152a4/3u7xfoybpi
• Learn more about CAAT Pension Plan here: https://www.caatpension.ca/
• Read the Contributors blog here: https://www.caatpension.ca/podcast/blog
• Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/contributors-podcast
• Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ContributorsCA