In this special episode of The Way Forward podcast, we delve into Sam's remarkable life story, from Division One hockey player to traveling through North Korea, being wrongfully imprisoned in Syria, and co-founding a tech company in Singapore. Discover how his harrowing experience of surviving captivity shaped his approach to leadership and life in the business world.
On a quest to visit every country in the world, Sam’s life took an unexpected turn when he found himself wrongfully imprisoned in Syria, accused of espionage and collaboration with terrorists. For 63 days, he endured the harsh realities of captivity, facing uncertainty, isolation, and unimaginable challenges. He shares with us three profound lessons that he learned while in solitary confinement that he continues as guiding principles for his day-to-day. Sam offers us invaluable insights on gratitude, resilience, and post-traumatic growth.
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