Tara Proskiw.  Owner and CEO of Towne & Countree Cabinets in Edmonton Alberta.  Hopping on the energy bus with Tara, I discovered that Tara stands behind the statement of “Let every moment  in your kitchen be joyous”. What I received from my conversation with Tara, was so much deeper than that.  I believe that it was more about let every moment in your life be joyous, and how can I help? 

Chris is the CEO of DBBE connect out of Folsom California. This was an incredibly impactful conversation which I didn't want to end. Chris is a disabled veteran with an incredible back story.

Chris Knight of Monteyne Architecture and James Melendez of Bobcat Construction. These two companies do business together in Winnipeg Manitoba. These two gentlemen and their companies work together to create high performance, world class construction, and create healthy spaces and healthy environments for people to live and work.

Three words that encapsulate Josh Wood and Westshore Home. Values, Culture, and Language. Josh Wood is the Chief Development Officer of Westshore Home based out of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.

Pierre Mousseau is the real deal.  Pierre is the CEO and founder of High Energy Transport in Bolton, Ontario Canada. When Pierre talks about communication, vulnerability, and authenticity, he doesn’t just say it, he lives it.

We should call this conversation the Hospitality Episode. Brent Stone is the Restaurant Manager of the Marriott Delta South Hotel in Calgary Alberta. There have been so many experiences of hospitality that I have experienced at this hotel, and I wanted to share the story.

Dave Schellenberg is the CFO of Decor Cabinets based out of Morden Manitoba Canada.  I had Stan Pauls, the CEO of Decor on previously as a guest, and wanted to continue the conversation with more of the team, as what Decor Cabinets does to Better the Pond is exceptional.  

This is a special edition Pondcast recorded virtually across the pond in France, with a view of the Swiss Alps and Lake Geneva.

James is one of the Managing Partners in Rogue Marketing in Dallas Texas. James is also a teacher at Southern Methodist University teaching digital strategy for entrepreneurs. Rogue Marketing creates marketing and digital strategies for small to medium size businesses, and does an amazing job at it. You have to check them out. 

Arthur is the CEO of The Newly Institute in Calgary Alberta Canada. The Newly Institute is a treatment facility that deals with trauma, addiction, and mental health. With over a 80% success rate, The Newly Institute is top of its class.

Mark Hebert is the president and CEO of Cosmo Music Superstore in Richmond Hill Ontario. With the business started way back in 1966, Cosmo Music has gone from a small mom and pop retail guitar shop to a behemoth 60,000 square foot where you can experience anything music.

Stan Pauls. Undeniably Different are two words that describe Decor Cabinets, but also describe Stan Pauls. Stan is the CEO of Decor Cabinets, is an odd duck, and clearly stands out in the crowd. 

Ethan is the co-founder of ProAssisting, together with his wife and business partner Stephanie Bull,  Proassisting is a company that connects and provides executive assisting to high level business leaders.  

Ethan isn’t only about providing a service to business professionals; he takes it to the next level 

Mike is the Vice President of Colliers Project Leaders.  Hailing all the way from Regina Saskatchewan, Mike is all about rousing enthusiasm, constantly learning, and unlocking the potential in others.

Dave Young and Duane Johns representing both sides of the border today. Dave and Duane are coaches, consultants, and genius’s in the home building sector.  Both running franchises with Alair homes, and are co-hosts of the Builder Nuggets Podcast.

CEO of TLC Solutions in Vancouver Canada. Technolojoy. Ever heard of it, either did I until talking to Mike. Mike and his team have discovered a way to bring joy into technology, thus technolojoy. 

Mike is a life long learner, getting results, and creating impact.  Mike is all about creating consistency, aligning, and communicating what true north is.

Self proclaimed data nerd, marketing genius, and all around great guy. Alex is the founder of Click Makers, and MeasureBit.  

Alex was born in the Ukraine. Went to university in Moscow, and had various jobs before moving to Canada.  His mother and father were both teachers, and as you will discover, Alex has become a life long learner. 

From his very early beginnings in Warsaw, Poland. Martin’s parents risked everything and came across the border in 1972, and crossed the pond to establish a new life in Calgary, Alberta Canada.  

Martin learned about hardship, struggle, hard work, but in turn developed a very large heart to support everyone around him.  

Steve’s father’s words: No one ever drown by falling in the water, they did by staying there.

There are a few people that you come across in your life that leave an impact. Steve Sims is one of those people. His books Bluefishing and Go for Stupid have not only impacted my life, but have of many other people around me, and I am sure, a very long list of others.  You have to read Steve's books. 

From his humble beginnings in Fort Dodge, Iowa, Joey has always been the one to create a challenge, see what’s possible, invite others in, even if involved trying to fly.  Well, truth be told, getting his brother to fly.

Joey is an author, award winning speaker, and the Maestro of Design Symphony.