Meet Our Experts
We recognize that a common challenge organizations face concerns finding engaging and experienced facilitators that can ensure integration, retention, and continuity of learning over time. Our people are located all over the world and have expertise in specific niche areas - like improv, mindfulness, entrepreneurship, or high-performance sport etc. Each professional has years of experience and has proven their ability to connect to business audiences in a highly engaging and impactful manner. By curating world-class facilitators and speakers that align to your learning roadmap, we support you in providing dynamic programming from a wide range of modalities that ensures learning retention and meaningful advancement of skills.
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Meet Our Experts
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DR. GILLIAN MANDICH
Happiness, Leading With Joy, High Performance
Dr. Gillian Mandich, with a PhD in Health Science from Western University, is an award-winning researcher and two-time TEDx speaker on happiness. She founded The International Happiness Institute and co-leads The Canadian Happiness At Work Study. Named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women by The Women’s Executive Network, she shares insights on media. She volunteers at CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health) with her French Bulldog, Jocko.
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NICK McNAUGHT
LIfestyle, Nervous System Regulation, Stress Management
Nick McNaught, a celebrated entrepreneur and health expert, is Founder & Co-CEO of Unbounded, a lifestyle brand excelling in experiential events and education on nervous system regulation and community building. Previously, he innovated with a successful meal delivery service, redefining nutrition standards. A North American Fitness Champion, Nick’s influence spans media like CTV and Toronto Life. His programs inspire self-awareness, stress management, and optimal living through science-based, community-focused strategies.
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CALISSA NGOZI
Mental Wellbeing, Burnout Prevention, Resiliency
Calissa Ngozi is a nationally recognized Mental Health Expert, Professor, and Inspirational Speaker with over 20 years of experience. She teaches at Mohawk College and runs a private practice with Bartimaeus Inc. Calissa is also a passionate advocate, serving on boards like the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care and the Pathstone Mental Health Foundation. Her work has earned her multiple awards, for her dedication to driving positive change. She’s also been featured on CTV Your Morning, The Social, SiriusXM, Breakfast Television, CTV News, The Morning Show, CHCH, ByBlacks and more, sharing insights on burnout, resilience, and self-care.
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MINNA TAYLOR
Thought Leadership, Applied Play, Confident Communication Expert
Minna Taylor helps visionary leaders and teams transform the world through PLAY, empowering them to show up confidently in critical spaces and speak with impact. An SME in communication, she’s worked with TikTok, UBER, Citi, and RedBull. An international speaker, thought leadership coach, and author of The Confident Body, Minna’s 15+ years across three continents have impacted 5,000+ people. Her passion leverages storytelling to bring bold ideas to life.
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DR. ELLEN CHOI
Authentic Leadership, Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, Employee Mental Health, Conflict Resolution
Dr. Ellen Choi, with a Master’s in Social Psychology from the London School of Economics and a PhD in Organizational Behaviour, is an Associate Professor at Toronto Metropolitan University. She researches employee mental health and well-being, exploring presence and self-kindness. A former real estate broker, Ellen’s authentic talks blend academic training with relatable moments. Her passion delivers practical takeaways to enrich work and life, rooted in years of study.
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ROSIE MOORE
Fitness, Nutrition, Stress Regulation
Rosie Moore is an Accountability Coach and wellness speaker with 15+ years of experience coaching high-performing professionals. Certified as a Health and Wellness Coach, Personal Trainer, and Yoga Instructor, she blends HR, nutrition, and fitness expertise to craft practical strategies for lasting change. Known as the “architect of habit change for high-achievers,” Rosie uses habit formation, behavior change, and mindfulness to foster confidence, clarity, and sustainable well-being, helping hundreds move from intention to execution.
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AMY LASKI
Balance, High Performance, Burn-out Recovery
Amy, a recovering workaholic, founded The Difference Lab to teach Intentional Subtraction—prioritizing value by cutting busywork and overwork. With 20+ years leading her own business, Coca-Cola Canada, and top communications agencies, she empowers teams to enhance performance and engagement. Her practical tools, drawn from extensive leadership, free talent from draining obligations. Amy’s passion tackles modern work challenges, transforming overwhelmed groups into high-achieving ones with focus and energy.
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JANET WINKLER
Balance, High Performance, Burn-out Recovery
Janet, a business leader, founded The Difference Lab to master Intentional Subtraction. From Procter & Gamble, she built in-sync, acquired by Publicis Groupe, where she served as Group President. A former McKinsey Senior Advisor, she excels in facilitation. After completing hundreds of interviews with leaders, partners, employers, and experts, Janet’s team built learning on intentional subtraction—focusing on value. Her passion drives impactful, insights-rich solutions.
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SAMIR MOURANI
Men’s Mental Health, Relationships, Motivation, Resilience
Samir Mourani, a speaker, podcaster, and digital creator, excels in mental health and self-development. He’s delivered talks at TED, CAMH, Deloitte, and universities. Samir hosts and produces Gent’s Talk, a top 5% globally ranked podcast by Spotify, #11 in US Health & Wellness, featured on Air Canada’s fleet for 52 million passengers. Seen on Cityline, Breakfast Television, and CBC, his passion fuels discussions on masculinity, men’s health, and relationships.
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GREG VAN NIEKERK
Movement Specialist, Physical Health
Greg is a strength and conditioning coach, specializing in empowering busy professionals to make fitness a priority. The demands of modern life make it difficult to make time, which strongly impacts our mental and physical well being. Through personalized training programs, Greg works with individuals and teams to make fitness a priority and help reach their true physical potential, cultivating a stronger, healthier mindset. With a move-well first approach, Greg believes that by adding strength and conditioning to our self-care, we unlock a more balanced, confident and fulfilling life.
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KWASI ADU-POKU
Burnout, Rest, Mental Health, Therapy
Kwasi Adu-Poku, an award-winning business owner and speaker, founded The Reach Series in 2020, inspired by his anxiety and depression as a basketball athlete. Through 100+ talks, he inspires youth and corporate groups. His platform planted 300+ trees, helped students secure $76,000 in scholarship funding, and covered 18 therapy sessions for Black individuals. Kwasi’s passion blends development with social impact.
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COACH CAREY
Self-Awareness, Resilience, Sustainable Success
As a 3x Certified Life Coach, speaker, and EDI consulant Coach Carey is passionate about encouraging others to tap into the confidence they never knew they had. After overcoming various hardships, she was able to transform her mindset and begin a career that empowers others to do the same. By openly sharing her triumphs and tribulations, Raia’s vulnerability helps foster a welcoming and safe environment in every room she enters. She strives to inspire and lead those around her by providing unwavering support, guidance, and motivation.
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GARY LEBLANC
Longevity, Priorities, Strategy
Gary LeBlanc (B.Eng, MBA), Co-Founder and President of EverMe - your longevity co-pilot. With over 20 years in operations and strategy, he’s worked as Vice President and Site Director at different companies. A certified coach, trainer, and author of "Find Your SuperHuman," Gary inspires through the Longevity League and dynamic speaking, empowering people to live balanced, purposeful lives while excelling in personal development and leadership.
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JOSHUA CASSIDY
Resilience, Overcoming challenges, Self Development, High performance Mindset
Joshua Cassidy, a Paralympic wheelchair racer, won the Boston Marathon in a world-record 1:18:25. Surviving cancer after birth, he earned a BAA in Illustration while competing for Team Canada. Through his stories and example of resilience and perseverance, he inspires others through their own challenges. Josh encourages deepening self-awareness and confidence to believe “anything is possible” with a high-performance mindset.
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BECKY ALEXANDER
Communication, Storytelling, Confidence
Becky Alexander, a Master Facilitator and Communication Consultant, has taught workshops or worked with clients one-on-one at Goldman Sachs, HBO, NYU, Morgan Stanley, Airbnb, Microsoft, Gilead, Charity: Water, and JPMorgan Chase. She has worked for three of the top communication training firms in New York and specializes in presentation skills, public speaking, and storytelling. Becky’s passion for effective communication shines in workshops and one-on-one sessions, and she loves helping her clients become authentic and engaging presenters.
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STEPHAN UMMELEN
Values, Purpose, Engagement
Stephan began in advertising and sold his branding agency in 2015 to explore how people derive meaning from work. Fascinated by sensemaking, he wrote a 2024 book on meaning and culture, arguing relationships and trust via shared values drive success. His shift from marketing to purpose reflects a passion for redefining ‘who are we’ and ‘what we stand for’ in workplaces.
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LUIS GIL
Mindfulness, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership
Luis, a leadership coach and mindfulness instructor, has worked with leaders at Salesforce, HP, Columbia University, and the UNDP. With a background in operations, management, education, and media, he’s a meditation teacher and teaching advisor at Banyan, an online platform led by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. His passion applies mindfulness practically to enhance personal, organizational, and societal well-being across diverse fields.
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HAYLEY PEEK
Mental Health, Self-Help, Self-Awareness
Hayley Peek, a dedicated mental health consultant and national keynote speaker, brings nearly a decade of expertise in mental health, substance use, and recovery. Combining lived experience with professional skill, she connects and inspires organizations. Known for engaging learning and facilitation, Hayley’s passion implements strategies to enhance psychological health, safety, and well-being with impactful, personal resonance.
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CHRISTINE FARUGIA
Influence, Confidence, Mindset
Christine Farrugia, a passionate coach and award-winning speaker, brings 20+ years as an executive at Wealthsimple, Loblaw, and KPMG. She’s led teams of 300 and managed $1B+ budgets. With a Stanford MBA and Khan Method certification, she knows firsthand the challenges and opportunities of fast-paced environments. Christine helps leaders and teams maximize impact and build careers that make them excited to get out of bed daily.
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ARIEL SIM
Innovation, Social Good
Ariel Sim, an alumnus of acclaimed design and innovation teams, excels in creating engaging research and learning experiences for diverse audiences. As a human-centered design expert, her award-winning work has been recognized by Fast Company and featured in Azure Magazine and TED. Formerly the Director of Design Anthropology at MaRS Discovery District, Canada’s top innovation hub, she launched programs to connect Canadians with social innovation, cleantech, and conservation. With experience at Deloitte, Greenpeace, and universities like NYU and UC Berkeley, Ariel brings a dynamic background to her impactful design and social good initiatives.
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ANDREW MUSSELMAN
Empowered Communication, Leadership Presence, Resonant Messaging
Andrew Musselman, founder of Fluency, helps people speak to spark change. With an acting background, he coaches professionals from Deloitte and Bridgewater, using performance techniques to enhance presentations. His “Win Your Audience” method blends stage presence with communication skills, enabling clients to captivate and influence. A Yale Beinecke Fellow, Andrew sold a TV concept to AMC Studios and earned a New York Times nod for his “ample sleaziness” in a role. His work empowers individuals to make a lasting impact through compelling communication.
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EMILY FEAIRS
Leadership, strategy, change, managing people
Emily Feairs, a leadership coach and speaker, is a former executive who led teams of 10 to 300 and multi-billion-dollar budgets. With over a decade of experience, she’s coached leaders—politicians, global firms, and private execs—empowering them to achieve greater influence and impact. Her pragmatic, bold strategies help clients excel in high-stakes roles. Through coaching or speaking, Emily offers sharp insights and tools to make leaders stand out.