McGill Management Insights

McGill Management Insights

Get expert insights on trending topics in management from alumni of the Desautels Faculty of Management at McGill University. Hosted by current students, this podcast explores everything from the value of mentorship to the four-day work week, leaning on the expertise of leaders in the business community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Taking the Long View of Your Career with Brian Fetherstonhaugh (BCom'79)

April 29, 2025 • 42 mins
BCom student Mia Colaner sits down with McGill alum Brian Fetherstonhaugh (BCom '79), a visionary leader whose career has spanned global marketing, executive coaching, and authorship. Brian’s professional journey—from CEO of OgilvyOne Worldwide to founder of the Long View Talent Group—reflects the kind of thoughtful risk-taking and long-term strategy he now champions in his work with emerging leaders and top executives.  
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Managing Change in the Modern Workplace with Simon Blanchette (BCom'14)

April 1, 2025 • 36 mins
In the latest episode of McGill Management Insights, BCom student Megan Curadeau sits down once again with BCom graduate, faculty lecturer, and visiting scholar Simon Blanchette (BCom’14). This engaging conversation focuses on a topic that resonates deeply with both students and professionals alike—change management. Together, they break down how individuals at various stages in their careers can effectively navigate change, from e...

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Leadership and the Future of Transportation with Danny Di Perna (MBA'97)

March 18, 2025 • 38 mins
In this episode of McGill Management Insights, current MBA student Liela Touré sits down with Danny Di Perna, a McGill MBA alum, Desautels International Advancement and Advisory Board member, and seasoned executive with experience at companies like PwC, Air Canada, Alstom, and Bombardier. A collaboration with the Desautels Graduate Students Society, this conversation covered his career journey, leadership philosophy, and insights o...

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Advocating for Mental Health and Wellness in the Corporate World with Anne-Sophie Martin (BCom'16)

March 4, 2025 • 32 mins
Anne-Sophie Martin’s journey from McGill graduate to business leader and mental health advocate is one marked by ambition, resilience, and self-discovery. In the most recent episode of McGill Management Insights, she shared her experiences navigating high-pressure environments, her own mental health struggles, and her mission to foster open conversations about well-being in the workplace. 

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The Super Upside Factor and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs with Daniel Kang (BCom'16)

February 18, 2025 • 50 mins
The latest episode of McGill Management Insights featured a thought-provoking conversation with Daniel Kang, a McGill BCom graduate and the author of The Super Upside Factor, scheduled to hit stands on March 25. Hosted by undergraduate student Aaron Anandji, the discussion explores Kang's journey from consulting to venture capital and ultimately to entrepreneurship. 

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Making it in Real Estate with Evan Paperman (BCom'09) and Jason Parravano

February 4, 2025 • 48 mins
In collaboration with the Desautels Graduate Students Society, McGill Management Insights was proud to host the inaugural edition of McGill Desautels Talks. Current MBA students gathered to hear from industry leaders Jason Parravano, incoming CEO of Plaza REIT, and Evan Paperman (BCom’09), President of Woodland Capital, as they shared their dynamic career journeys and hard-earned lessons in real estate. The evening was a blend of p...

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Forging a Path for Creativity and Passion with Meagan Morrison (BCom’07)

January 21, 2025 • 52 mins
Meagan Morrison (BCom’07), renowned fashion illustrator and founder of Travel Write Draw, didn’t follow a conventional path. Her story is one of serendipity, bold decisions, and a deep commitment to creativity. In this episode of McGill Management Insights, she shares her remarkable journey from a Bachelor of Commerce degree at McGill University to a thriving artistic career that has taken her around the globe as she works with som...

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From Rejection to Resilience with Simon Blanchette (BCom'14)

January 7, 2025 • 31 mins
Navigating the job market can be a daunting journey, but for Simon Blanchette, a proud McGill alumnus (BCom’14), it is a story of resilience, self-awareness, and growth. In McGill Management Insights’ season two premiere, Simon shares candid reflections on overcoming rejection, embracing struggle, leveraging your network, and the invaluable lessons learned during his time at McGill. 

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Season One Bonus Episode: Thomas Brag (BCom'15)

September 10, 2024 • 76 mins
McGill Management Insights is back with a special bonus episode. Marc Ransom (BCom’24) returns as a host in an exciting conversation with Thomas Brag (BCom’15). The co-creator of popular YouTube channel, YesTheory, Thomas has travelled all over the world alongside friends and co-creators Ammar Kandil and Matt Dahlia, experiencing new adventures and building an incredible community of people who believe that seeking discomfort is th...

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The Path to Legacy with Khaled Kteily (BCom'10)

July 30, 2024 • 44 mins
In the final episode of McGill Management Insights’ first season, host Marc Ransom (BCom’24) interviews Khaled Kteily (BCom’10), a McGill alumnus and CEO and co-founder of Legacy, a male fertility company. Tune in as Khaled shares his journey from McGill to co-founding Legacy, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way. 

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Investing for Impact with Ismaël Fanny (MBA'18)

July 16, 2024 • 27 mins

As firms and individuals become more conscious of the impact their investments have on their communities and society, the concept of impact investing is rising in popularity. Organizations like the International Finance Corporation of the World Bank seek to unlock private investment and create markets and opportunities in developing countries. 


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Kickstart Your Career with Tanya Ezekiel (BCom'93)

July 2, 2024 • 31 mins
Tanya Ezekiel is a performance-driven executive coach with a diverse background. She started her career as a bond options trader at Salomon Brothers and later became a Managing Director at Bank of America. Her experience in finance proved valuable, especially early on in her journey. In 2010, Tanya founded Conductive, a coaching and talent management advisory firm. At Conductive, she helps leaders and teams communicate, interact, a...

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Navigating Office Politics with Sara Knapp (BCom'89)

June 18, 2024 • 35 mins
Starting that first new job right out of university can be intimidating enough as it is, but throw office politics into the mix and it can become even more difficult to adjust. Sara Knapp (BCom’89) is an executive coach and the founder of Bay Street Coaching and has dedicated her career as a coach to helping to accelerate the career success of others. She joins undergraduate student Sophie Ou in this episode of McGill Manageme...

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Leveraging AI and New Technologies with George Attar (BCom’82)

June 4, 2024 • 47 mins
In this episode of McGill Management Insights, undergraduate student Jeremie Nathaniel is joined by George Attar (BCom’82), former Senior Vice President of Strategic Technology Solutions as McKesson Canada, who shares some insights on implementing new technologies including when to consider them and how to ensure they're the right solution to your unique business needs.  

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Building a Career in Professional Sports with Jerome Burke (BCom'08)

May 21, 2024 • 47 mins

As the Florida Panthers prepare for Round 3 of the Stanley Cup playoffs, there is a whole team of staff behind the scenes making the magic you see on the ice game after game possible. Among these talented professionals, you’ll find one of our very own. 


In this episode of McGill Management Insights, Jerome Burke (BCom’10) joins BCom student Isaure Lafeytaud to share his journey, from his early days as an intern with the Mon...

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Design Thinking 101 with Jared Lee (MBA'18)

May 7, 2024 • 46 mins

In the bustling corridors of corporate boardrooms, where spreadsheets and PowerPoint decks reign supreme, there exists a secret weapon—a creative force that breathes life into innovation. Welcome to the world of design thinking. As Jared Lee (MBA’18), faculty lecturer and Principal at Juniper, articulates, “design thinking is a structured and creative approach to human-centered problem solving.” 


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Using Your Career to Make a Difference with Aliénor Armand-Linot (MBA'17)

April 23, 2024 • 29 mins
Aliénor Armand-Linot (MBA'17) is a natural resources director at PSP Investments who has dedicated her time and her expertise to serving as an ally and a mentor, uplifting other women in leadership and causes that are close to her heart. In this episode of McGill Management Insights, she joins host and MBA student Camila Sabogal Cuadros to share her experience as a woman in leadership as well as the value of mentorship, sponsorship...

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The Intersection of Mining and Finance with Chris Adams (BCom'90)

April 9, 2024 • 37 mins
In this episode, Peter Harquail, an MBA student with a decade of experience in the mining industry is joined by BCom alum Chris Adams. With over 30 years of mining finance experience and particular mining knowledge in the Americas, Chris is the former head of mining finance at Macquarie Group. He shares not only his experience in the industry, which has taken him all over the world, but also some thoughts on where the industry is h...

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Promoting Social-Class Diversity in B-Schools and in Boardrooms with Sema Burney (BCom’97, MBA’02)

March 26, 2024 • 47 mins
When we talk about diversity in candidate selection, our attention often centers on ethnicity, gender, or orientation. This episode brings attention to a vital yet often overlooked aspect: social class diversity in elite programs and job recruitment. Sema Burney (BCom’97, MBA’02) joins Maëlle Morin, a third-year undergraduate student in managing for sustainability to explore how a student's socio-economic background influences thei...

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Upholding Your Values Through Your Business with Geneviève Brousseau-Provencher (BCom’10)

March 12, 2024 • 35 mins
Since its beginnings in the couple’s Montreal Old-Port kitchen in 2013, Dose Juice has become a major player in the Canadian beverage market. In this interview, Geneviève shares with undergraduate students Jordan Cowie and Nate Cooper what it was like for her and her partner, both with finance backgrounds, to start a business and how they’ve seen it grow. This, while ensuring they don’t compromise on core values like feminism, sust...

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