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0:00 – Welcome to Gale...
Gale Force Wins: Revolutionizing Content Creation with Speed, Authenticity & AI
Join Allan Dale and Gerry Carew of #GaleForceWins as they unveil exciting updates on their mission to transform the content creation world! Discover how they are empowering businesses and organizations to become thought leaders and amplify their messages through unique, rapid, and authentic video content.
In this update, learn about Gale...
Join us for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation with Sandy MacDonald, President and CEO of Holland College in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. From growing up in a family of 14 children to leading one of Canada's most respected colleges, Sandy shares his remarkable journey through education, public service, and leadership.
In this episode, Sandy reflects on:
• His upbringing in a tight-k...
"We Are Here"
Recorded at the 2025 AAHP Biennial General Meeting, The We Are Here Podcast features 20 inspiring voices from allied health across Newfoundland & Labrador. This series offers an authentic, on-the-ground look at the challenges, innovations, and vital roles of allied health professionals across the province. WATCH all the interviews here.
I. A Diverse and Essential Workforce
From physiothe...
In this inspiring episode of #GaleForceWins, we sit down with Nevra Sener, an educator, counselor, and passionate advocate for newcomer mental health. Originally from Istanbul, Turkey, Nevra shares her remarkable journey from growing up in a multicultural family to settling in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. After completing her Master of Education at Memorial University, Nevra found her calling supporting newc...
In this special episode of Gale Force Wins, guest host Spencer Carew sits down in Kassel, Germany with his host Mark Kohler—an architect and entrepreneur—to explore life, business, and culture through an international lens. Mark shares his journey from freelancing to leading a firm of 25 employees, designing schools and public buildings, and even transforming a historic swimming pool into a vibrant office and event s...
In this inspiring episode of Gale Force Wins, we sit down with Aisha Umar, the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer of Hospitality Newfoundland and Labrador. Originally from Nigeria, Aisha shares her remarkable journey through Kentucky to St. John’s, where she found both a community and a calling. We explore her academic background, love for social enterprise, and deep commitment to community-driven work. Aisha ope...
In this episode, we sit down with Mia Francis, the dynamic founder of Chic Celebrations NL, a business focused on event planning, decorating, and creating unforgettable experiences. Mia takes us on a journey through her entrepreneurial path, sharing her background growing up in Birmingham, UK, and transitioning to life in Canada.
She talks about how her family and early experiences sparked her entrepreneurial...
Michael Cojocar is a Canadian born Architect and entrepreneur based in Budapest. He has designed countless buildings in and around Hungary. This is a very interesting conversation recorded in the Canadian Embassy in Budapest for which Michael was the architect. This is one of a series of conversations with Canadians living in Budapest that Allan and Gerry recorded in November of 2022. This trip was facilitated by Dr. ...
In this episode of we feature two bright young business students, Russell Noseworthy and Nathan Young, who are just beginning their journeys in the business world. They share their experiences, inspirations, and insights into the student-managed investment fund at Memorial University, as well as their participation and two year back to back first place wins in the prestigious Van Burkom case competition.
0:00 – Introdu...
Peter Mansbridge joined #GaleForceWins in November 2024 at the National Association of Career Colleges conference. In this special flashback episode of #GaleForceWins, Allan Dale is joined by the legendary Peter Mansbridge at the National Association of Career Colleges conference in November 2024. Peter, renowned for his impactful journalism and role in shaping Canadian media, discusses the critical contribution of pr...
Gale Force Wins: A Farewell Conversation with Premier Dr. Andrew Furey
In this episode of Gale Force Wins, Gerry Carew and Alan Dale sit down with Premier Andrew Furey for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation as he prepares to step down and return to his surgical career.
Premier Furey reflects on the emotional night he became Premier, the challenges of leading during a pandemic and fiscal crisis...
In this episode of Gale Force Wins, host Gerry sits down with the talented visual artist and former competitive figure skater, Roselle Doyle. Roselle shares her incredible journey, from her early days in Montreal, where she fell in love with figure skating, to competing at elite levels in Canada and England. She opens up about the challenges she faced in her skating career, including a career-changing injury, and how ...
In this episode of Gale Force Wins, host Gerry Carew sits down with Damian Follett, a talented musician with over 30 years of experience in the music industry. From his early days of playing guitar to writing songs and performing across Canada, Damian shares his journey, the importance of music in life, and the impact it has on connecting people. They discuss Damian’s experiences in Nashville, his favorite original so...
Gerry sits down with Jacqui Bailey, the founder of HR Project Partners, to discuss her incredible journey over the past 10 years. From overcoming early business struggles to building a thriving company that now supports clients across Canada, Jacqui shares invaluable insights on entrepreneurship, personal growth, and the power of positive thinking.
In this episode, Jacqui opens up about starting HR Project Pa...
In this episode of Gale Force Wins, we sit down with Michel, the owner and General Manager of Carol Auto in Labrador City, to hear about the history and evolution of this family-run dealership. Michel shares how Carol Auto has been serving the community since 1968, offering personalized customer service in a small town environment. He talks about the importance of understanding customer needs, the values instilled in ...
In this episode, Gerry Carew sits down with Katherine Peddle, a registered dental hygienist, entrepreneur, and the founder of The Oral Health Center and Mobile Smiles. Katherine shares her inspiring journey from growing up in the small town of Baytona to building a successful business that offers mobile dental services to communities in need.
Katherine reflects on her childhood, education, early career, and t...
This interview with Dean Jacobs provides an inspiring look at his entrepreneurial journey and the growth of Atlantic Trailer & Tractor. Dean reflects on his experience transitioning from a sales rep to a business owner and emphasizes the importance of hard work, creativity, and teamwork in achieving success.
The conversation covers Dean's decision to move Atlantic Trailer & Tractor to a larger lo...
In this episode of Gale Force Wins, Alan Dale sits down with Chuck Firlotte, a seasoned executive with a diverse career spanning Canada, the US, England, and the Caribbean. Chuck shares insights into his journey from a small town in New Brunswick to leading companies as a CEO. He discusses the importance of transferable skills, staying open to opportunities, and the role of mentorship and relationships in leadership. ...
In this emotional and insightful episode of Gale Force Wins, host Gerry Carew sits down with Kim Kelly to discuss her personal journey and the important work she has done to support those affected by suicide loss. Kim opens up about the creation of a vigil to remember loved ones lost to suicide, her family's legacy, and the powerful role of community in healing. From the first vigil in 2005 to the present day, Ki...
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