Unpacking Chrysalis: The Art of Being Human

Clayton Caswell & Ryan Benoit
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Up-close and personal, get to meet people from all over the Chrysalis ecosystem, as we find out what gives them energy, their perspectives on life and work, and what The Art of Being Human means to them. Hosted by our very own Clayton Caswell and Ryan Benoit (Benny) .

  1. Ken Konkel is Coaching with Kenergy

    12/05/2025

    Ken Konkel is Coaching with Kenergy

    Ken Konkel brings the Kenergy in this episode of Chrysalis: The Art of Being Human, as he joins Clayton and Ryan to talk about coaching youth sports as a form of community, parenting, and personal growth. From chaotic five-year-old soccer to national-level flag football, Ken shares how being “Coach Ken” has shaped how he shows up as a dad and a leader at work and why the real wins are the quiet, lasting impacts on kids’ lives.

    1h 3m
  2. Getting In Where You Fit In with Sasha Sibirmovskaya

    08/26/2025

    Getting In Where You Fit In with Sasha Sibirmovskaya

    In this episode of Unpacking Chrysalis, we sit down with Sasha to talk about the journey of joining Cova—what the interview process was like, how to find your fit in a new role, and what it really means to “get in where you fit in.” Along the way, we dive into a side quest on video games, exploring the overlap between work, play, and community.

    1h 12m
  3. Breaking the Mega Corp Mold with Meridith Barnes

    05/29/2025

    Breaking the Mega Corp Mold with Meridith Barnes

    In this episode, Meridith Barnes shares her bold decision to pivot from big business to iQmetrix—and what it reveals about the future of telecom. From leadership lessons to the evolving needs of retailers, Meridith brings candid insights into what it means to truly innovate in an industry known for tradition. Whether you're navigating your own career crossroads or just curious about the shifting telecom landscape, this conversation offers inspiration, strategy, and real talk.

    47 min
  4. Let Kip Cook: Recipes for Career Growth and Culture Change

    05/08/2025

    Let Kip Cook: Recipes for Career Growth and Culture Change

    What happens when a CO-OP student, just looking for experience, stumbles into something more? In this episode, we follow the unexpected journey from résumé-building to a career rooted in community, contribution, and personal growth. In this flavorful episode of Unpacking Chrysalis, Clayton and Benny sit down with Kip—a long-time iQ’er whose journey from curious co-op student to compassionate dev lead is anything but ordinary. Through stories of spontaneous burger challenges, emotional milestones, and serendipitous career pivots, Kip reveals how psychological safety, community, and a dash of weirdness can turn a workplace into a movement. Pull up a chair, let Kip cook, and discover the secret sauce to meaningful work and a people-first culture.

    1h 7m
  5. Ben Parkinson The Intentional 'Professional Idiot'

    04/17/2025

    Ben Parkinson The Intentional 'Professional Idiot'

    In this episode, Clayton and Ryan chat with their pal Ben. They dive into the power of setting intentional goals, the freedom of knowing when to walk away, and Ben’s unique philosophy of life as a “professional idiot.”.

    1h 8m
  6. Dave Emmett on Shifting Opportunities

    01/16/2025

    Dave Emmett on Shifting Opportunities

    In this episode, Dave Emmett, the director of product at Cova, shares his outlook on the ever-emerging challenges of working at start-ups and the potential personal growth opportunities they bring.

    1h 1m
  7. Cev Smyth on having good leadership in your corner

    12/19/2024

    Cev Smyth on having good leadership in your corner

    In this episode, Clayton Caswell and Cev Smyth explore the connections between combat sports and effective leadership. They discuss the power of collective decision-making, finding strength in community, and how great leadership can come from anyone.

    1h 11m
  8. Breach & Teach with Amer Gill

    12/04/2024

    Breach & Teach with Amer Gill

    In this episode of the Podcast, we unpack the deeply personal side of cybersecurity with Amer Gill, who shares why protecting his colleagues in our digital world feels as personal as protecting his family. Far beyond firewalls and phishing schemes, it’s about what it means to truly care for the people you work with and the systems they rely on every day. Tune in for a story of purpose, passion, and the art of finding meaning in the work we do

    37 min
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Up-close and personal, get to meet people from all over the Chrysalis ecosystem, as we find out what gives them energy, their perspectives on life and work, and what The Art of Being Human means to them. Hosted by our very own Clayton Caswell and Ryan Benoit (Benny) .

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