Coffee With Convery

Welcome to another energizing episode of Coffee With Convery! ☕️🎙️ Today we’re brewing up some career inspiration with Amy Davies, the CEO of First30 and author of “What Employees Want.” Amy’s not your average business guru — she’s a Doberman owner who’s mastered the art of getting inside people’s heads (in a good way!) to revolutionize how companies attract and keep great talent. With over two decades of experience exploring what makes professionals tick, Amy’s insights are like a secret decoder ring for the modern workplace. 🕵️‍♀️🔍 Her company, First30, is transforming everything from onboarding to outplacement, helping organizations create environments where people actually want to stay. Her latest book, “What Employees Want,” is like a treasure map for creating engaging workplaces. And since launching First30 in 2020, Amy’s impact has gone global, with clients spanning North America, the UK, and South Asia. 🌎🤝 So grab that coffee, settle in, and get ready for some game-changing insights from the incredible Amy Davies! 👏👏👏

☕ Coffee with Convery | Meet the Rising Stars of the University of Windsor 🌟 Welcome to Coffee with Convery 🎙️, where we spotlight rising stars 🌠, emerging talent 🚀, and the seasoned professionals driving change in their fields. Today’s episode is a special celebration of the exceptional students from the University of Windsor 🎓 who have earned the prestigious Rising Star Student Awards for Summer 2024! 🏆✨ These outstanding students were nominated by their employers for the Co-op/Internship Rising Star Student Award 🌟—an honor reserved for those who have not only excelled in their roles 📈 but have also gone above and beyond to make impactful contributions to their workplaces and communities 🌍. Their hard work 💪, dedication 🕰️, and unique achievements 🎉 have set them apart as ambassadors of the Cooperative Education and Workplace Partnerships department. Please join me in congratulating this summer’s Rising Stars: 🌟 Connor Demelo – Business Administration Co-op, Scotia McLeod Inc. 💻 Abbie Dewhirst – Computer Science Applied Computing Co-op, Research Into Internet Systems Inc. (RIIS) 👨‍💻 Karandeep Singh Dhillon – Computer Science with Software Engineering Co-op, City of Windsor 🚗 Malek Mekawi – Electrical Engineering Co-op, Stellantis - Automotive Research Development Centre (ARDC) 🛠️ Jules Wilson – Mechanical Engineering with Environmental Option Co-op, Irving Shipbuilding Today, we are joined by Abbie, Karandeep, and Jules for a conversation about their journeys and aspirations. 🎧

Greetings, listeners! 👋 It’s time to wake up your career potential 🚀 with another invigorating episode of Coffee With Convery ☕🎙️. Today we’re in for a treat 🍬 as we sit down with Jordan Berman, a global business executive 🌍💼 and thought leader in building better workplaces 🏢✨. Jordan is the Founder and President of SHIFT Advisory Group, a Senior Faculty member 🎓 at Schulich ExecEd, and a lecturer 📚 at the Schulich School of Business. With extensive experience across multiple industries 🏭📈, Jordan has been a trusted advisor to C-suite executives 💼🏢 on complex issues related to organizational culture, change, and communications 🔄🗣️. He’s also the author of ‘The Trust Trifecta’ 📖, a book focused on fostering high-trust workplace cultures 🤝. Jordan’s diverse background includes work with multinational corporations 🌐, fast-growing organizations 🚀, family-owned companies 🏠, and public sector entities 🏛️. Today, we’ll be diving 🏊 into Jordan’s insights on leadership development 🏅, organizational capabilities 🛠️, and creating thriving workplace cultures 🌱🏢.

🎙️ Welcome back to Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today we’re in for a treat 🎁 as I sit down to chat with Brandon Duan, a rising star in the world of full-stack development 💻. Brandon’s journey is as fascinating as it is inspiring💡. With a degree 🎓 in Management and Information Technology from the University of Toronto 🏫, he’s already making waves 🌊 in the tech industry. From his current role as an API Specialist at Points to his impactful internships at tech giants 🏢 like Nokia, Brandon’s career trajectory is one you won’t want to miss 🚀. In this episode, we’ll dive into: Brandon’s experience as a Full-Stack Developer at Nokia, where he maintained and developed the Network Developer Portal, impacting over 1000 users 🧑‍💻 His innovative approach to problem-solving 🤔, including how he increased server efficiency ⚙️ by 50% with a custom garbage collector ♻️. The challenges 🏋️‍♂️ and triumphs 🏆 of managing major framework upgrades 🔄 and ensuring website stability 🖥️. His current role at Points and how he’s applying his expertise as an API Specialist 🛠️. Brandon’s unique perspective on the intersection of management and technology 🧠, and how it shapes his approach to development 🚧.

🎙️ Welcome to another energizing episode of Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today, we're brewing up a conversation that's guaranteed to supercharge your entrepreneurial spirit. 🚀 Our guest is the one and only Billy Samoa Saleebey, a man who's reinvented himself more times than a chameleon in a kaleidoscope! 🦎🌈 From award-winning filmmaker 🎥 to Tesla executive 🚗, and now the podcast guru behind Podify 🎧, Billy's journey is a masterclass in pivoting with purpose. He's gone from capturing stories on the big screen to amplifying voices in the digital age 🌍, helping visionaries and change-makers leave their mark on the world. ✨ Billy's not just talking the talk – he's walking the walk with his own top 1% globally ranked podcast, 'Insight Out' 🎤. And if that wasn't enough, he's also racking up millions of content views on LinkedIn and YouTube 📱📊. Oh, and did I mention he's doing all this while coaching Little League ⚾ and being a dad to Kid? 👨‍👧 Get ready for a conversation about turning passions into professions, 🎯 the art of the pivot, and how to make your voice heard in the crowded world of podcasting 🎙️. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned professional looking for a change, or just someone who loves a good success story, Billy's insights are sure to leave you buzzing with inspiration. 💡🔥

Welcome to Coffee with Convery ☕️, the podcast where we explore career journeys 🚀, diversity in the workplace 🌈, and empowering advice for talent 💪. Today I'm thrilled to be joined by Mathias Memmel 👨‍⚖️, a lawyer at Fasken specializing in litigation and dispute resolution ⚖️. Mathias brings a unique and multifaceted perspective to our conversation. He holds a Doctor of Law degree from York University's Osgoode Hall Law School 🎓, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Political Science 💻🏛️, and a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance 🎵, both from the University of Toronto. His diverse background includes serving as President of the University of Toronto Students' Union 🎓, working as a Communications Advisor for a Toronto City Councillor 🏙️, and even directing music for various churches and choirs 🎼. Mathias has also been actively involved in LGBTQ+ advocacy 🏳️‍🌈, including work with The 519, a prominent LGBTQ+ community center in Toronto. With this rich tapestry of experiences in education, law, politics, and the arts 🎨, Mathias offers a distinctive voice on career development, diversity, and inclusion.

Hey there, changemakers 🌍 and animal lovers 🐾❤️! Welcome to another wild and wonderful 🦁 episode of Coffee With Convery☕️🎙️. Today, I am welcoming Cogie Cogan, a Huron University student, studying and pursuing their Honors Bachelor of Arts, Animal Ethics + Globalization Studies (double major) expected to graduate in 2025. 🎓 We’re diving 🏊‍♂️ into a conversation that’s going to make your heart purr 😻 and your mind soar 🌈! We’ve got a true champion 🏆 for our furry 🐕, feathered 🦜, and scaled 🦎 friends joining us. They’re a varsity athlete 🏅, a climate change warrior 🌿💪, and a visionary with a U.S. patent-pending 💡 Put your hands 🙌 or paws 🐾 together for the one and only, Cogie Cogan! 🎉🎊

🎙️ Welcome to Coffee with Convery, the podcast where we explore the journeys, challenges, and triumphs of inspiring individuals. Today, we have A.J. Stanat, a multi-faceted talent from the University of Windsor 💙💛. A.J. recently made waves 🌊 in the Ontario University Athletics championships, finishing first 🥇 in men's weight throw and shotput and earning the prestigious title of Male Field Athlete of the Year for 2024 🏆. But there's more to A.J. than just athletics—he's also a dedicated Kinesiology student 📚, focusing on movement science, and brings a wealth of real-world experience from his seasonal work as an Equipment Operator 🚜 at Ryckman Contractors. From operating heavy machinery to excelling in academics 🎓 and athletics 🏅, A.J. embodies the spirit of versatility and determination 💪. Join us now as we dive into A.J.'s story, exploring how he balances these diverse aspects of his life ⚖️ and what drives him to excel in everything he does 🚀.

Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery ☕, where we dive into the journeys of inspiring individuals making waves in their respective fields. 🌊 Today, I have the pleasure of hosting Luke Komiskey 🎙️, the Managing Director and Founder of DataDrive. 📊 Luke is a visionary in the world of data analytics, helping organizations turn their data into actionable insights without the headache of managing infrastructure or a large team. 💡🔍 A Graduate of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and based in Minneapolis, Minnesota 🏙️, Luke is also an avid world traveler 🌍✈️ and a passionate pickleball athlete. 🏓💪 Join us as we explore Luke's fascinating career path, his thoughts on the future of work 🚀, and how he balances his professional and personal pursuits. ⚖️🏆

From Life Journeys to Career Triumphs, It's time for Coffee with Convery! Today, we have the privilege of sitting down with Sam Goodwin, a remarkable individual whose life story reads like an adventure novel. 📚🌍 Sam is not only an entrepreneur and professional speaker but also one of the few people in history to have traveled to all 193 countries in the world. 🧳🌎 His journey, however, took an unexpected turn when he was captured and wrongfully imprisoned in Syria. 😰 Sam's new book, 'Saving Sam: The True Story of an American's Disappearance in Syria and His Family's Extraordinary Fight to Bring Him Home,' recounts this harrowing experience and the incredible efforts to secure his release. 📖💪 From his global travels to his time in captivity, Sam has gained unique insights on embracing uncertainty, the power of family, and what it truly means to be free. 🔑 As an international keynote speaker, Sam now inspires audiences worldwide, sharing lessons on resilience, faith, and turning adversity into opportunity. 🎤💡 With a doctorate in international affairs from Johns Hopkins SAIS and his work on multiple advocacy boards, Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conversation today. 🎓🌐 Let's dive into Sam's extraordinary journey and the wisdom he's gained along the way! 🚀