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Cryptic Crossroads PodcastExtinct sh*t coming back. Good? Bad? Cool? Vlaad?Send us a textIf you didn't know, I almost gave Reid a heart attack after recording this... I didn't think it recorded and he told me it wasn't a good April Fools joke... If only he knew I wasn't joking. Please enjoy this string of new(ish) events!#comedy #horror #itsweird #humor #wtf #eatyourheartout #podcast #trusttheprocess #sydneyaustralia #ImPissed #direwolf InstagramSource2025-04-1453 min
Lifetime at Work: Finding the Meaning in Our CareersCareers in Canadian Capital Markets with Bill VlaadEpisode 59. Bill Vlaad is a well known name across Bay Street and the Canadian capital markets. He’s one of the most important connectors in the business because as a recruiter, him and the team are forever trying to put the best people at the best companies.In this episode, host Greg Martin talks with the CEO of Vlaad and Company as he brings in-depth knowledge about the financial services industry and also discuss his previous experience as an investment banker and corporate development director.Professional cadence is a high value yet often overlooked skill in...2024-06-1049 min
IntroCap InterviewsAn Interview with Bill Vlaad2024-03-1937 min
En Ondes musicalesFleur Bleu.e, leur premier album "Unrequited Love"Delphine et Vlaad crée Fleur Bleu.e il y a quelques années, c'est aujourd'hui qu'ils sortent leur premier album "Unrequited love", un album romantique et planant. Ils seront en concert à La Boule Noire à Paris le 10 Novembre prochain. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.2023-10-2036 min
Talent TalksThe Power of Executive Talent: Creating Value in Private EquityIn this episode of Talent Talks, Hunt Scanlon Media host Rob Adams is joined by Bill Vlaad, CEO at Vlaad & Company. Bill is a reformed investment banker, served time in corporate development and has dabbled as an entrepreneur. In this podcast, Bill delves deep into the transformative role of executive talent in driving value creation within private equity portfolio companies. From aligning leadership styles to fostering a culture of innovation, we uncover the secrets behind leveraging executive talent to maximize value. Listen Now!2023-05-3022 min
Super Dad BrosEpisode 35! Special Guest: Vlaad!It's all about music this week folks with Vlaad as our musical guest too!
This week's Keep, Bleep, Sweep is Dead Kennedys VS The Ramones VS the Clash
Crispy hates the Beatles
Dadcisions: Which decade had the beter music? 70s or 80s?
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2022-09-1156 minSuper Dad BrosEpisode 27! Musical Guest: Vlaad, Console Clash, Shredder’s Revenge, SprinklesThis week's episode concludes with a Musical Guest: Vlaad
This week's Keep, Bleep, Sweep is a Console Clash! PC VS XBOX VS Playstation.
Dadcisions is: Would you rather quit Caffiene or Nicotine?
We nerd out about TNMT Shredder's Revenge
Zach hates sprinkles
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The CLiPCurt Harnett, Former Olympian, Chef de Mission 2016 Rio Olympics, 2015 Pan Am Games, TorontoIt is our role at The CLiP to find a diverse selection of guests that lead or influence in various sectors of our communities. Curt Harnett, our guest in today's episode, offers both. You might know him as a former Olympian, known for his cycling sprinting, or from his quintessentially 80’s hair shampoo commercial. You might have also heard his name or witnessed his leadership role as the Chef de Mission for the Canadian teams at the Rio Olympics and the Pan AM games in Toronto. In our discussion, we talk a good deal about rebranding. One day you are...2018-04-1700 minThe CLiPMichael Redhill - Author, 2017 Giller Prize winner
On this episode, we talk to Michael Redhill, author and Giller Prize winner. Michael lives in Toronto and is a published novelist, poet, and play-write. We sit with him in his home and discuss the creative process of writing, his growth and success, the changing landscape of Canadian media and book consumption, and how he works to complete a project.
We are so happy to learn from a leader in a different industry and how we can draw parallels for finding success and motivation.
Michael’s most recent novel Be...2018-03-2700 minThe CLiPMartha McCabe, Canadian Olympian & Founder, Head to HeadWe are very excited to announce our guest, Martha McCabe. Two-time Canadian Olympic Swimmer, Canadian swim captain in the Rio 2016 Summer Olympics, and Founder of a new organization called Head to Head. With a huge appreciation for swimmers’ hard work, perseverance, and dedication, we were excited to hear Martha’s story.
In this episode, we get into what sparks that Olympic drive, how support systems are crucial to success in any field, and the difficulty transitioning from a career as a professional athlete into the 'real world.’ Lastly, we talk about Martha’s new organization Head to Head, de...2018-03-0600 minThe CLiPSeason 2, Episode 9: Janet Ecker, Former Politician, President, Kilwaughter ConsultingFor all episodes of The Clip visit theclip.vlaadco.com | Follow us on Twitter @Vlaadco | Subscribe to The Clip to stay up to date with Canadian Leaders and Entrepreneurs!
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Janet Ecker is the former Minister of Finance of Ontario, and the first woman to deliver a budget in the province. She was also Minister of Education, Minister of Community and Social services and Government house leader. Before a life in politics, she had a role as a director of policy for the College of Physicians and surgeons of Ontario. She currently sits on a wide...2018-02-1400 minThe CLiPLisa Lisson - President of FedEx Express CanadaLisa Lisson, President of FedEx Express Canada, sits down with us in this episode of The CLiP. Lisa’s life seemed perfect: she had married her high school sweetheart, applied her marketing degree to a position at FedEx Express Canada, and risen to become a Vice President, and later President, of the company. One night, after putting their four children to bed, her husband, Patrick, marvelled that their lives seemed perfectly happy.
Just a few hours later, everything changed. Assumed the job first female,
One moment Lisa was sleeping beside Patrick, and the next, she wa...2018-01-2300 minThe CLiPRandy Cass - Founder of Nest Wealth and Fintech InnovatorRandy Cass is our guest in this episode of the CLiP. He is the founder and CEO of Nest Wealth, a Canadian Robo Advisor. If you are not familiar with this term, a robo advisor is a service that uses specialized software to do the job of wealth managers or investment advisors. It manages your money at a fraction of the cost of a traditional professional investment advisor. Nest Wealth is not a multi-billion dollar company…yet.
We have a candid discussion with Randy about being an entrepreneur, his successes and failures along the way and what lead...2018-01-0200 minThe CLiPDominic Barton - Global Managing Partner, McKinseyDominic Barton, who is near the end of his term as McKinsey and Company’s appointed Global Managing Partner, travels the world over 200 days of the year and his days are structured, efficient and jammed to the rafters. Thus, it was a real treat to talk with him privately for nearly an hour. At the McKinsey Canadian head office, stunningly situated amongst UofT and surrounding museums, he joins us for this episode of The Clip.
Dominic is Canadian but runs a global business and is very passionate on the long term sustainability of our country and business in g...2017-12-1200 minThe CLiPJohn Bitove - Serial EntrepreneurJohn Bitove Jr. is our guest on this episode of The CLiP. If his name rings a bell for you, it should. Not only is he responsible for bringing Taco Bell and KFC, as well as XM Radio to Canada, he is the founder of a little NBA team called the Toronto Raptors —have you heard of them?
In this episode, John tells us about his 2008 Olympic bid for Toronto, and his experiences growing up in an entrepreneurial family, and how “there’s a certain mindset…an aggressiveness.” However aggressive John Bitove has been, his success clearly stems from...2017-11-2800 minThe CLiPGeneral Rick HillierIn this episode, we speak with General Rick Hillier, the former Chief of Defence Staff of the Canadian Forces. He commanded NATO’s Stabilization Force’s Multinational Division in Bosnia-Herzegovina, and was the commander of the NATO-led International Security Assistance in Kabul, Afghanistan. In this podcast, General Hillier cites many examples of military leadership as they relate to business, community and family.2017-11-1400 minThe CLiPGirls 20In this episode of The CLiP, we sit down with three very passionate and dynamic members of Girls 20. They describe the program and initiatives, and speak to the underlying fundamentals of diversification within boards, management, and corporate culture, and the importance of training young people to become leaders. Listen in now, and should you want to learn more, visit https://girls20.org/.
2017-10-3100 minThe CLiPHugh O'Reilly - CEO of OPTrustThis episode features Hugh O’Reilly, CEO of OPTrust; the institution that looks after Ontario’s retired public sector employees and their retirement money. In this episode, Hugh speaks to the management and leadership necessary to managing a pension fund, offering candid examples of how he incorporates humility and vulnerability to his management style. Listen in to this podcast as Hugh shared his advice for leaders of any type of organization.2017-10-1700 minThe CLiPSeason 1 Wrap-upSeason one ends with the compilation of our best 'clips', based on a selection of common topics discussed by our guests, including:
- The role family and community have in building a leader;
- Common leadership characteristics;
- Importance of being charitable and volunteering your time;
- The importance of sponsorship; and
- How good leaders deal with mistakes.
Listen in to our podcast to hear some of your favourite moments of the season.2017-09-2900 minThe CLiPMichael Burns, CEO - Invictus GamesThis episode features Michael Burns, CEO of the Invictus Games. Michael provides insight into the trials and tribulations of launching an epic sporting event. In September 2017, the Invictus Games will be broadcast to millions of Canadians plus millions more around the rest of the world. It is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the unconquerable spirit of our military men and women as they participate in these games. Michael also provides insight into True Patriot Love, the organization behind the Invictus Games. Listen in to this podcast as Michael, who has been working very hard to prepare...2017-09-1300 minThe CLiPRight Honourable Brian MulroneyCanada’s 18th Prime Minister, The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, sits down with Bill to discuss “the man”. Who is he, and how does someone like him from a small town in Quebec rise to become a leader of our great country? Listen in to our intimate interview where we discuss what drove him then, now and in between.2017-08-1500 minThe CLiPPiers HandlingOur guest in this episode is the CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival, Piers Handling. We tap into his experiences creating and running one of the most popular film festivals in the world and turning it into a year-round destination. He shares his views on what film’s role should be with respect to shaping the discourse for change in our country and how important having a diverse culture canvas is to ensuring an even more secure future for the next generation.2017-08-0100 minThe CLiPHonourable Brian Tobin, P.C., O.C.In this episode, we sit down with The Honourable Brian Tobin, former Premier of Newfoundland, Federal Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, a father, a grandfather, an officer of the order of Canada, and currently Vice Chair at BMO Financial. We talk about the early days, the present, the good times, the bad, and everything in between.2017-07-1800 minThe CLiPFinForumThis episode of The CLiP is a real treat! The inaugural FinForum event - bringing together titans of the fintech space. This panel discussion how the industry got to where it is and tackles where it is going. In an industry where 18 months is a lifetime, FinForum works to bring providers of capital and innovators together efficiently. Listen in to the inspirational thoughts on how to craft successful inroads into the fintech business.2017-06-3000 minThe CLiPProfessor Gerard SeijtsProfessor Gerard Seijts has written many books, and articles on leadership DNA. What is the makeup of a “good leader”? What is the importance of further education to good leadership? This is a very informative podcast for those listeners who are students, thinking of becoming students, or are parents to students. This podcast also makes for a great refresher on what characteristics we should look for in ourselves as we strive to become better leaders.2017-06-1300 minThe CLiPMisha BermanJoining us for this unique podcast, is Misha Berman, a snowboarder going for a Whistler/Blackcomb record for most vertical in a season. In an attempt to interview leaders and influencers, we thought it important to interview young people. What pushes them? What motivates them? Why would someone want to tackle something as silly as 2 million feet in a single season. What better way to start, than to interview a snowboarder trying to set records.2017-05-3000 minThe CLiPKevin O'Leary - Entrepreneur, Investor, and Reality HostLove him or not, Kevin O’Leary gets people talking. The TV Host and Investment Guru shares with us his views on where Canada is going right and provides many opinions as to where Canada is going wrong, with a podcast called the Canadian Leaders and Influencers Podcast, this is an episode filled with great stories and management ideas.2017-05-1200 minThe CLiPBrent BelzbergBrent Belzberg founded private equity firm TorQuest Partners from the ashes of a family business up against the ropes. Taken from that experience was a long list of what he didn’t want in a firm which was to be based on integrity and good judgement. Twenty years later, with billions in invested capital, Brent shares his experiences on how he made and avoided mistakes as he rebuilt his company, his team and his family name.2017-04-2100 minThe CLiPMarc KielburgerMarc Kielburger, with his brother Craig, have inspired and empowered millions of young people around the world. The Co-Founder of a family of organizations called WE shares his views on the foundation of any good leadership decision, at any age, anywhere in the world.2017-03-2100 minThe CLiPMichael MoskowitzThere is not one type of leader or leadership style, there are common traits in good leaders and there are skills that have a higher rate of success when deployed, but each scenario requires a different make up of leadership characteristics. In this episode of The Clip, we talk to a leader in the consumer products world. Michael Moskowitz has led several house hold name companies, all of which had a technological bent. Listeners to this episode should find his experiences in leadership very eye opening.2017-03-0900 minThe CLiPWes VoorheisCanadian ‘Shareholder Activist’ Wes Voorheis has been firing CEOs and replacing board members among some of the country’s biggest corporations for decades. Wes shares the wide range of leadership styles he has witnessed over the years – Good, Bad and Indifferent.2017-02-1700 minThe CLiPAndrew WillisNo one leads in a vacuum. Leaders are required to deal with the media. How, when and why you communicate with the media can have large and often unexpected results. You can’t get around it so learn to manage it better. Andy Willis is a long time business reporter for the Globe and has interviewed a gazillion Canadian business leaders. He shares stories, opinions and leadership lessons he has picked up over his many years on the beat.2017-02-1700 minThe CLiPIan SchnoorIan Schnoor is the Founder of the Marquee Group and, with his partners, has built an institution within the Canadian Finance Industry. Leveraging its team’s financial modelling expertise, the Marquee Group was founded on professional training but has morphed into an accreditation platform and a consulting business. Plus, they have some interesting disruptive businesses on the horizon. Our discussion delves into how to lead when starting a business, how to get the most out of your team without giving up the firm and how to prioritize your time when your to-do list is neck deep. Ian also shares impo...2017-02-0500 minThe CLiPPat MeneleyWhat does a former Head of Global Investment and Corporate Banking at one of Canada’s largest banks do when that phase of his career comes to an end? Well, apparently, the opportunities are many. In this episode of the CLiP, I talk to Pat Meneley about how he inspired and led over the last 30 years. Pat shares with you what he sees in our country’s best leaders – both young and old.2017-02-0500 minThe CLiPJennifer ReynoldsIn this episode of the CLiP, a conversation with Jennifer Reynolds – a dynamic leader in the Canadian finance community. She isn’t just an advocate for change but a former investment banker, an avid runner, a mother of six and, currently, the President of Women in Capital Markets or what we will refer to in the Podcast as WCM. This episode goes beyond just gender issues faced in the finance industry. It speaks to balance, working to your strengths and leading leaders to action change.2017-02-0500 min