Success Leaves Clues with Robin Bailey and Al McDonald A Starting with One Podcast

Whether you're a music aficionado or just someone who enjoys a great story, you're in for a treat. Today we welcome Alan Cross to the podcast—a Canadian broadcasting legend, music historian, author and true connoisseur of all things audio. Based in Toronto, Ontario, he is best known nationally and internationally as host of the syndicated radio series The Ongoing History of New Music, which delves into various aspects of the music industry, including the evolution of genres, the influence of technology, and the stories behind significant bands and artists. Alan has interviewed some of the biggest names in rock, from David Bowie and U2 to Pearl Jam and the Foo Fighters.

The voice of a generation, Alan began his radio career in 1980 at the University of Winnipeg and has watched the radio media industry evolve with the times into today's digital world. He is described as "the definitive Canadian curator and contextualizer of Alternative Rock" having had a significant impact on the Canadian music scene. Hosts Robin & Al delve into Alan's journey through the world of broadcasting, his experiences with iconic musicians, and the ever-evolving landscape of the music industry. He also gives us a glimpse into some unforgettable moments and a sneak peek into what's next for this music maven.

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Welcome to another episode of Success Leaves Clues, where we dive into the dynamic intersection of technology, innovation, and industry leaders. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Leon Punambolam with us, the visionary founder and CEO of Samos Insurance. With over two decades of experience in the insurance realm across North America, Leon has left an indelible mark on the industry.

As the CEO of Samos Insurance, a venture-backed 'insurtech' at the forefront of innovation, Leon continues to revolutionize the landscape by providing on-demand insurance solutions while demonstrating how technology can revolutionize the accessibility and delivery of insurance coverage in Canada. Today he shares a bit about Samos Insurance—its mission, target audience, and the unique value it brings to the insurance landscape as well as his extensive background in the industry and how his journey has shaped his perspective on the critical interplay between technology and insurance.

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Today, we welcome Success Architect Michael Stark, Co-Founder of Ungrind, a business consulting service that gives business owners the freedom to live their ideal lives.

With over a decade of experience advising business owners on growth and strategy, Michael is a trusted expert in the field. Through his extensive management and strategy consulting work, he has helped numerous businesses navigate the complexities of scaling and growth. In this episode, Michael will share his insights and expertise on how to prepare for eventual business exit, align personal aspirations with post-business reality, and design a comprehensive and executable roadmap towards a fulfilling life. Join us as we discuss Michael's unique approach to empowering entrepreneurs to break free from the relentless cycle of business ownership. We'll delve into his personal journey, the core problem he's solving for his clients, his challenges with his new firm, and the path forward.

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In this episode, we welcome Shawn Hewat CEO & Co-founder of Wavy, a platform that empowers remote and hybrid teams to improve employee connection and foster a shared sense of community through easy breezy team-building events. She loves working with people leaders to develop always-on culture programming, through a combination of social, wellness, and learning experiences for both company-wide and department-based engagement.

With a background in marketing and employee engagement, Shawn is passionate about the future of work, people & culture, and work-play-life balance. Described as someone who "has the ability to bring any idea to life that she believes in", she shares some of the key learnings she has gained throughout her experience.

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Joining us is Alix Stark, Partner and Head of Business Development at Modern Concierge, a Toronto-based boutique luxury concierge service that provides their clientele with access to a dedicated team of professionals who work to make their lives easier while adding a touch of luxury in the process. They arrange unique date ideas, book reservations at exclusive restaurants, procure rare gifts and items, and arrange bookings at exclusive restaurants, to name a few. Alix manages all new business/partnerships as well as operations and prides herself in knowing all their clients to ensure that they are treated with VIP service.

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Passionate about harnessing technology to solve business challenges, guest Erik Simins has been an entrepreneur since his early 20s, founding his first 8-figure company, MAGNUS Healthcare Recruitment Solutions in 2011. Magnus is now one of the most widely recognized healthcare staffing firms in Canada and provides medical workforce solutions to more than 250 Healthcare customers across the country.

In 2017, he co-founded Workwolf a leading innovator in HR technology that helps global brands improve their hiring procedures. The platform filters and verifies job applicants 200 times faster than a human can, automating the recruitment process, and bringing unmatched efficiencies to the employment market. The company was honoured with two Global Innovation Awards in 2020 and 2021, recognizing their groundbreaking impact on the employment market.

In his conversation with hosts Robin & Al, Erik emphasizes the importance of integrating technology into HR procedures and talks about the challenges facing recruiters and HR teams today.

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