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How do you lead change when expectations, technology, and communities are constantly evolving? In this episode of How I Lead Change, Pragilis CEO Shaheen Chaudhary sits down with Ben Hyman, Chief Librarian and CEO of the Vancouver Public Library, to explore the importance of transparency, patience, listening, and stewardship in navigating change. Ben Hyman shares why leaders need to create space for feedback, learn from failure, and build trust by responding meaningfully to the people they serve. www.pragilis.com

Most leaders try to manage change. The best leaders help people adapt. 🎙️ Dr. Bill Owen, President and Vice-Chancellor of UNBC, joins How I Lead Change to share lessons on leading through uncertainty, building trust, and turning strategy into action. www.pragilis.com

In the latest episode of the How I Lead Change podcast, Pragilis CEO Shaheen Chaudhary shares a conversation with Dr. Geoff Payne, President and CEO of Michael Smith Health Research BC, on leadership, evolving talent expectations, and what it takes to guide organizations through change. www.pragilis.com

Change fatigue isn't always about too much change. Sometimes it's about not seeing how all the pieces fit together. In the latest episode of the #HowILeadChange, Pragilis CEO Shaheen Chaudhary sat down with Gaurav Gupta of Kotter for a conversation about what it takes to build organizations that can thrive in a world of continuous change. www.pragilis.com

On patience, listening, and clarity in leadership. ✨ In the newest episode of #HowILeadChange Podcast, we had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Marvin Washington, Dean of Beedie Business School, as he shares powerful lessons on leading transformation in higher education—from navigating AI’s impact to sustaining momentum when early energy fades. www.pragilis.com

In the latest episode of the "How I Lead Change" podcast, we had a great conversation with Oliver Grüter-Andrew, former President & CEO of E‑COM 911. From gaining a deeper understanding of how E‑COM 911 serves as BC’s public safety lifeline, to hearing Oliver’s firsthand experiences leading large‑scale workforce transitions — the episode highlights three essentials for leading meaningful change: communication, trust, and adaptability. www.pragilis.com

In this episode of How I Lead Change, we sit down with Jason McDaniel, President & CEO of ICBC, the crown corporation that oversees insurance, driver licensing, and road safety across British Columbia. We dive into how ICBC is shifting from a lawsuit‑driven auto insurance model to a care‑focused system, the role of storytelling and data in driving meaningful change, and why attention to the small details can make all the difference in building trust and transforming organizations. www.pragilis.com

In this How I Lead Change episode, we sat down with Omair Quraishi to talk about the future of higher education, the impact of AI, and why human-centric transformation matters more than ever.  www.pragilis.com

70% of change comes from the people because creativity, motivation, ability, and passion are the power."  In our newest episode of "How I Lead Change" podcast, we sat down with Davide Sartini, the Chief Corporate Officer of G. Mondini, a global leader in food packaging technology. Davide shares how values, empowerment, and a people-first mindset drive transformation in their industry. He believes that technology may enable progress, but it’s people—their ideas, motivation, and passion—that truly drive change. www.pragilis.com

In our newest episode of "How I Lead Change," we sat down with Andrea Wood, the EVP and Chief Legal & Governance Officer at TELUS—a leading Canadian telecommunications company that connects millions of people across Canada and around the world.   From law, leadership, telecom to tech, Andrea shares her incredible journey of navigating change with curiosity, courage, and AI. www.pragilis.com

In this episode of the “How I Lead Change” podcast, we are happy to have the Chief People Officer of Wajax, Mark Edgar.  Mark shares his "people-first" leadership approach and insights on driving organizational change. He also highlights the role of HR in fostering cultural transformation, adapting to workplace challenges, and supporting employee well-being. Mark leads with a people-first approach that earned Wajax a Platinum certification in Healthy Workplace and Mental Health from Excellence Canada. Beyond Wajax, he co-founded Future FoHRward, a community advancing innovative HR strategies for impactful work practices. www.pragilis.com

In this episode of the “How I Lead Change” podcast, Shakira Naraine, the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC)'s Chief People Officer, shares her strategy for leading change by focusing on workforce stability, employee engagement, and strong union partnerships. Her people-first approach has improved organizational communication and cooperation, supporting smoother labor negotiations and a unified culture. She advises leaders to pursue big visions through small, consistent steps, with a focus on listening and clear communication. With over 20 years of HR leadership, Shakira's expertise lies in labor relations, and managing major government transformation initiatives. She trained public servants across Canada in Strategic Leadership and HR management at the Canada School of Public Service for thirteen years. Shakira believes that a healthy workplace, strong labor-management relations, continuous learning, and effective HR practices are essential for long-term organizational success.  www.pragilis.com

In this episode of the “How I Lead Change” podcast, Kim Carter, the Chief People Officer for Altus Group, takes us on a discussion about the importance of clear communication during change and why it is important to know your "why" when undergoing change.  Kim brings over two decades of executive Human Resources experience that built highly effective teams that support profitable growth in transforming companies. She has proven experience creating inclusive environments that attract and retain top industry talent. In 2023, Kim was recognized by DiversityCan Magazine as one of the Top 10 Chief Human Resources and Chief People Officers for her efforts in implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Under her leadership, Altus Group was named one of Built In’s Top 100 Places to Work in 2024. www.pragilis.com

In this episode of the “How I Lead Change” podcast, Gavin Wood, the former Chief Information Officer of Newcrest Mining, shares his experience leading IT and digital transformations at Newcrest. He discusses how he focused on building a strong team culture and delivering valuable projects that enhanced the company’s IT and digital capabilities. Gavin is a commercial leader with a proven track record of driving transformational technology change and delivering measurable benefits. With his 11 years at Newcrest, Gavin ensured the efficiency of the company's IT and digital capabilities -- delivering projects that added significant value to the company.  www.pragilis.com

We are excited to introduce Eowynne Noble, the Chief People Officer at Fasken, Canada's largest law firm, which has more than 2,000 employees and operates in 10 offices across three continents. Eowynne talks about the important factors driving change in her firm, like employee well-being, AI adoption, sustainable economy and talent competition. She's leading change by prioritizing the development of people within the firm.  www.pragilis.com