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A Visionary Leader Bridging Communi es and Transforming Healthcare
From Peacekeepers to Mediators Canada's Enduring Legacy in Conflict Resolu on
Tech Titans North of the Border How Canadian Innova on is Shaping the Future
Canadaishometoadiversearrayofinfluentialbusiness leaderswhohavemadesignificantcontributionstovarious industries,bothdomesticallyandglobally.Fromvisionary entrepreneurswhohavebuilticoniccompaniestocorporate executiveswhohavenavigatedorganizationsthroughchallenging times,theseleadersembodyresilience,innovation,anda commitmenttoexcellence.
Acrosssectorssuchastechnology,finance,healthcare,andenergy, Canadianbusinessleadershaveshowntheirabilityto adapttochangingmarketdynamics,embrace emergingtechnologies,anddrive sustainablegrowth.Theirstrategic foresight,coupledwithadeep understandingofmarkettrendsand consumerbehavior,haspropelled Canada’sbusinesslandscape forwardandestablishedthe countryasasymbolof entrepreneurialspiritand economicprosperity
Canadian Pi on e sre o f ssergorP Aswehonorthe accomplishmentsofthese influentialfigures,itis importanttoacknowledge theircontributionsnotonlyto thebusinessworldbutalsoto societyatlarge.Manyofthese leadershavebeenchampionsof causessuchasdiversityandinclusion, environmentalsustainability,andsocial responsibility,usingtheirinfluenceand resourcestoeffectpositivechangeandleavea lastingimpactonthecommunitiestheyserve.
ThroughthelatesteditionofMostInfluentialBusinessLeaders toFollowinCanada,webringforthCanada’sinfluentialbusiness leaders,whosededication,creativity,andleadershipcontinueto shapethenation’seconomiclandscapeandinspirefuture generationsofentrepreneursandinnovators.
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A Visionary Leader Bridging Communi es and Transforming Healthcare
C over S tory Arti Chawla
Naviga ng Financial Landscapes with Confidence
Profiles Fola Adegoke
Crea ng a Ripple Effect of Empowerment
Francine Long
Shaping the Discourse around Mining Communica on
Articles From Peacekeepers to Mediators
Canada’s Enduring Legacy in Conflict Resolu on
Tech Titans North of the Border
How Canadian Innova on is Shaping the Future
Business
Afolabi Olabanji
Ar Chawla
The LightHouse thelighthouseglobal.org
President Afolabi is the leading execu ve and president of LightHouse making remarkable renova ons in canadian business landscape.
Chris Yalowica Owner
Yaleyefish Lures Inc. yaleyefish.ca
Chris is the owner of Yaleyefiesh, contribu ng to the success of the Yaleye Team in great lakes fishing tournaments is his Walleye Worm Harnesses and S ck Baits.
Makeda Lynn Mar n Execu ve Chef/outreach worker
Mama Bear's Kitchen mamabearskitchenquincy.com
Makeda is the execu ve chef of Mama Bear's Kitchen, a family run restaurant that is trying to find success by serving Quincy residents and families the best and freshest food.
World Financial Group worldfinancialgroup.com
CEO Ar is the CEO with a demonstrated history of working and cra ing strategies empowering individuals a ain financial goals.
Fola Adegoke Founder and Lead Career Coach
Winfinite Consul ng winfiniteconsul ng.com
Fola is a highly experienced Technology Assurance Leader with extensive knowledge of Cybersecurity, Governance Risk & Compliance GRC, IT Audit, Cloud and Network Security.
Francine Long Professional Geologist
Solopreneur
Francine is a Mining Professional with 16+ years and a Qualified (QP) / Competent Person on Au-Ag-Cu-ZnNi-PGEs-Iron Ore and Rare Earth/Cri cal Elements since 2014
Franklin Epape Founder and General Director
Benss
Franklin has been providing quality and affordable home care services and support to seniors and people with disabili es in O awa for over 11 years.
Naila Saeed CEO
EYES Child Care eyeschildcare.com
Naila Saeed is the CEO of EYES Child Care with primary objec ve to provide children with a strong academic founda on while fostering their confidence and overall development.
Langlois Journeymen Electricians langloisjourneymen electricians.ca Paul Langlois Owner and Founder Proudly owned and operated by Paul Langlois, Red Seal Electrician since 2014. Langlois Journeymen Electricians has many years of experience in the residen al electrical market.
Umair Khan President
Pamir Canadian Mul culturalism Council pamircanadians.ca
Umair Khan is the President of The Pamir Canadian Mul culturalism Council, a non-profit society founded in 2015 to promote public awareness of the opportuni es and benefits of an evolving mul cultural society in Canada.
Franklin Epape Founder and General Director
Benss
Franklin E p a p e A Visionary Leader Bridging Communi es and Transforming Healthcare Franklin is spearheading the implementation of a smart mobile clinic, a pioneering container-based solution designed to provide comprehensive patient care in collaboration with strategic partners.
Unlocking the Inspirational Success Journey!
Leadersarecharacterizedbytheirunwaveringbelief inthemselvesandothersandtheirwillingnessto freelysharetheirknowledgewithall.Theyembody qualitiesofvision,innovation,andadeptproblem-solving, propellingorganizationstowardtriumphthrough unwaveringdedication,resilience,andasteadfast commitmenttotheirobjectives.Amongtheseexceptional leadersstandsFranklinEpape,anotablefigureintherealms ofentrepreneurship,communityleadership,and construction.Hisnarrativeservesasaprofoundwellspring ofinspiration.
FranklinEpapeistheFounderandGeneralDirectorof Benss,ahomehealthcareinternationalcooperationthat transcendsborders.Withabackgroundasateacherand experienceinthemedicaldomain,Franklinventuredinto thechallengingrealmofhealthcare,ultimatelybecominga keyplayerintheindustry.Hehasnotonlyrunsuccessful healthcareorganizationsinCanadaandCameroonbutalso expandedhisoperationstoBurkinaFasoandIvoryCoast, positivelyimpactingcountlesslivesalongtheway
BridgingCommunitiesandTransformingHealthcare FranklinEpapeisavisionaryentrepreneuranddedicated communityleaderwhohasfoundedtheinternational healthcarecooperationBenss,expandingitsreachacross bordersandemployingnearly50individuals.Hisextensive communityinvolvementincludesco-foundingSAAC, leadingtheSawaCommunityofOttawa-Gatineau,and contributingtoorganizationslikeCICANandACAO.Asa politician,heinitiatedtheMAKINGHISTORY NETWORKandcurrentlyservesastheExecutiveDirector oftheAfricaDevelopmentNetwork,organizinga groundbreakingsummittostrengthenCanada-Africaties. Franklin’sinclusiveleadership,commitmenttomentorship, andunwaveringdedicationexemplifyhisprofoundimpact onboththebusinessworldandthecommunity.
PioneeringHealthcareInnovationacrossContinents Overtheyears,FranklinEpapehashonedhisexpertisein thehomehealthcareindustry,overseeingtheoperationsof twoorganizationsinCanadaandCameroon.Hisambitious visionextendstoexpandingtheseventuresintoBurkina FasoandIvoryCoast.Withnearly50individualsdirectly
Franklin Epape is driven by a transformative vision, and he rmly believes that his most impactful endeavor lies on the horizon. andindirectlyemployed,Franklin’sinitiativeshaveledto theestablishmentofacrucialemergencyserviceinAfrica, thedevelopmentofarobustclinic,andtheacquisitionof Canadianambulances.
Moreover,hisinnovativeplatformfacilitatesthepaymentof healthservicesbythediaspora,ensuringaccesstoquality carefortheirfamiliesbackhome.Asthenextstepinhis groundbreakingjourney,Franklinisspearheadingthe implementationofasmartmobileclinic,apioneering container-basedsolutiondesignedtoprovide comprehensivepatientcareincollaborationwith strategicpartners.
FosteringUnity,Empowerment,andInvestment FranklinEpapeisdrivenbyatransformativevision,andhe firmlybelievesthathismostimpactfulendeavorliesonthe horizon.IncollaborationwiththeAfricaDevelopment team,Franklinisorchestratingagroundbreakingsummit slatedforNovember,poisedtouniteAfricandelegations, esteemedhighcommissioners,Canadianministers,and membersofParliament.Thiseventwillalsofeature accomplishedAfricanentrepreneurswhowillilluminate theirsuccessstories,inspiringandconnectingwiththe Afro-descentcommunityinCanada.
Atitscore,thissummitaimstoconstructvitalbridges betweenCanadaandAfrica,bolsteringtheAfro-descent community’sempowerment.
AsamemberoftheDiaspora,Franklinisdedicatedto reshapingthenarrative,fosteringaplatformwherethe Diasporaactivelysupportsandmotivatesinvestorsto engagewithAfrica.WithintheframeworkofADN,hehas cultivatedentrepreneurshipprogramsspanningincubation, pre-incubation,andacceleration,underlininghisconviction thattruecommunitystrengthandfinancialindependence areforgedthroughentrepreneurship.
ChampioningInclusivityandGrowththrough Leadership Inclusivity,empowerment,andcontinuousgrowtharethe cornerstonesofFranklinEpape’sleadershipphilosophy.He passionatelyadvocatestheprinciplethatasoneascends, onemustextendahelpinghandtoelevateothers,fostering acollectivejourneyofgrowthandprosperity.Franklin’s leadershipisdistinguishedbyhisunwaveringcommitment
Franklin Epape has honed his expertise in the home healthcare industry, overseeing the operations of two organizations in Canada and Cameroon. tosharingknowledgeandgivingbacktothe community,firmlyconvincedthatsuchaltruism fuelspersonalandcollectiveexpansion.Guided bythevirtuesofpatienceandresilience,he embraceschallengesascatalystsforgrowth, neverwaveringinthefaceofadversity
EmpoweringCommunities,Fostering Entrepreneurship,andTransformingLives
FranklinEpape’sdedicationtofostering entrepreneurshipwithintheAfro-descent communitystandsasacornerstoneofhiswork. Throughinnovativeprogramsandinitiatives,he empowersindividualstoattainfinancial independence,bolsteringboththeCanadian economyandemploymentopportunities.Asthe GeneralDirectoroftheAfricaDevelopment Network(ADN),heorchestratesanetworking platformthatnotonlystrengthenstheCanadian economybutalsoforgesrobustconnectionswith AfricaandtheCaribbean.
InhiscapacityasDirectorofBenssinCanada, Franklin’sjourneycommencedwithasmallscalehomehealthcareagencyencompassinga diversearrayofhealthcareprofessionals.Over time,thisenterpriseexpandedintoasubstantial entityboastingacomprehensiveemergency service,state-of-the-artlaboratory,and pharmacy.Collaboratingwithspecialists, includingUSdentistsandcardiologists, exemplifiesthebreadthofBenss’healthcare services.
Moreover,thegroundbreakingADNSummithe isspearheadingrepresentsanunparalleled endeavor,transcendingboundariesbyunitingthe Afro-descendantcommunitywiththeworldover threetransformativedaysofconnectionand empowerment.FranklinEpape’stirelessefforts continuetoredefinepossibilitiesanddrive meaningfulchangewithinhiscommunityand beyond.
TheEntrepreneurialJourneyofFranklin Epape
FranklinEpape’sentrepreneurialjourneyhas beenmarkedbyresilienceinthefaceof formidablechallenges.
HeencounteredthestarkrealityoflaunchingBenss,facing ayear-longwaitfortheirfirstclientinCanada,atestament totheinitialdifficulties.Yet,hisunwaveringdetermination prevailed,andthebusinessnotonlysurvivedbutthrived. EveninAfrica,whereheconfrontedthethreatoflosing ambulances,hepersevered,ultimatelyachievingsuccess.
Throughouthisjourney,Franklinhasdrawnstrengthfrom hissupportivenetworkofpartners,friends,andfamily.His experiencesunderscoretheimportanceofself-beliefand tenacity.Heencouragesaspiringentrepreneurstomaintain faithintheirdreams,emphasizingthatsuccessisrarely easyandthatresilienceinthefaceofadversityiskey Franklin’sstoryservesasaninspiringtestamenttothe powerofdeterminationandastrongsupportsystemin overcomingchallengesandachievingone’sgoals.
NavigatingMentorship MentorshipholdsaspecialplaceinFranklinEpape’sheart, asherecognizesitsimmensevalueonthejourneyto success.Whileheacknowledgesthatfindingmentorscan bechallenging,heemphasizestheimportanceofcontinuous self-educationandlearningthroughreading.Franklinhas beenfortunatetohaveatrustedfriend,theDirectorof KroonElectric,whonotonlyservesasamentorbutalso offersvaluableguidanceandinsightsoverdinner discussions.
Franklinemphasizesthat“Having a mentor can offer you an objective perspective on challenges and opportunities. They can help you to stay motivated and focused on your goals, help you to learn new skills and improve your performance, as well as provide valuable feedback and constructive criticism. If you are considering pursuing a new opportunity, your mentor can be a great sounding board. They can help you weigh the pros and cons and make an informed decision. They can also give you practical advice on how to overcome challenges and reach your full potential.”
Leader’sPerspective With over 15 years of dedicated community leadership, Franklin has relessly worked towards unifying the Afro-descendant community, striving for its growth and prosperity.
As an entrepreneur, Franklin ventured into various business endeavors, displaying remarkable resilience despite encountering setbacks along the way. While some ventures didn’t yield the desired outcomes, his persistence remained unwavering.
One notable venture was Assooh, an e-commerce business aimed at crea ng an African equivalent of Amazon. The pla orm sought to facilitate diaspora communi es in purchasing goods for their families in Africa. Although promising, the venture faced challenges and didn’t reach its full poten al. Undeterred, Franklin shi ed his focus to SAAC, an African equivalent of Ne lix. This pla orm aimed to promote Afro-descendant movies worldwide, spanning across Europe, Canada, and the United States. Unfortunately, this venture also faced its own set of challenges.
Addi onally, Franklin established a prominent restaurant in O awa, Canada, offering a diverse menu of authen c African cuisine. The establishment was envisioned as a hub for both local and visi ng ar sts from Africa and the Caribbean, providing a space for live music and culinary experiences. However, due to unfortunate circumstances involving a partner, the venture met an un mely end.
Through unwavering resilience, Franklin con nued to invest in various businesses across Africa, ul mately leading to the successful establishment of Benss Healthcare.
The Key to Success:Resilience Benss Healthcare was founded in 2017 in O awa, Canada, with a mission to deliver high-quality healthcare accessible to all segments of society. This vision of community-oriented healthcare later extended to Africa, culmina ng in the establishment of Ben’ss Cameroon in 2021, situated in Yaoundé. The onset of the COVID19 pandemic prompted a shi towards providing healthcare services directly in the homes of pa ents, giving rise to “Benss Home Health Care.” This innova on allowed for personalized care within the comfort of one’s residence, a cri cal solu on during a me of restricted mobility.
Furthermore, Benss introduced an applica on that enabled the diaspora to financially support the healthcare of their families residing in Cameroon, providing a means for seamless transac ons and remote monitoring through electronic medical records.
The medical center, an integral component of Benss, offers an array of services, including medical and specialist consulta ons, physiotherapy, minor surgeries, prenatal care, hospitaliza ons, laboratory analyses, family planning, vaccina ons, childbirth, a comprehensive pharmacy, and a 24/7 medical ambulance service. The applica on facilitates access to medical reports and appointment scheduling, further streamlining the healthcare experience.
In Africa, Benss remains commi ed to delivering quality care at affordable rates, addressing a crucial gap in the accessibility of healthcare services. The unique feature of the applica on enables the diaspora to directly contribute to the healthcare expenses of their loved ones in Africa.
Philanthropy at theCore At Benss, a significant emphasis is placed on community well-being. The organiza on regularly conducts complimentary health campaigns, priori zing the provision of top-notch care. In one such ini a ve in 2021, in collabora on with the Yaoundé Town Hall, over 500 individuals received free consulta ons from specialists, including ophthalmologists, den sts, and cardiologists. Addi onally, vital medical equipment such as walkers, crutches, prosthe cs, and wheelchairs were donated to benefit the local popula on.
Moreover, Ben’ss envisions the establishment of a school to train nurses, personal support workers, and paramedics, nurturing a skilled workforce to serve both Benss facili es in Africa and Canada.
Through these ini a ves, Franklin and the Benss team remain steadfast in their commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility and community well-being, driven by a shared vision of empowerment and inclusivity.
CANADA’S Enduring Legacy in CONFLICT RESOLUTION Canadahasalongstanding
reputationasapeacekeeping nationandachampionof conflictresolutionontheglobal stage.Fromitspivotalrolein peacekeepingmissionstoitsefforts inmediatinginternationaldisputes, Canadahasplayedasignificantrole infosteringpeaceandstability worldwide.Further,wedelveinto Canada’senduringlegacyinconflict resolution,tracingitsevolutionfrom peacekeepingtomediationand highlightingitscontributionsto promotingpeaceandsecurityinthe internationalarena.
TheOriginsofCanada’s PeacekeepingTradition Canada’scommitmentto peacekeepingdatesbacktothemid20thcentury,whenitplayedapivotal roleintheestablishmentofUnited Nationspeacekeepingmissions.In 1956,Canadamadehistoryby contributingtroopstotheUnited NationsEmergencyForce(UNEF)in responsetotheSuezCrisis,marking itsfirstmajorpeacekeeping operation.Sincethen,Canadahas beenactivelyinvolvedinnumerous peacekeepingmissionsaroundthe world,earningareputationasa reliablepeacekeepingnation.
Canada’sRoleinUnitedNations Peacekeeping
Throughoutthedecades,Canadahas consistentlydemonstratedits commitmenttoUnitedNations peacekeepingeffortsbyproviding troops,militaryobservers,and civilianpersonneltovarious missions.Canadianpeacekeepers havebeendeployedtoconflictzones acrosstheglobe,includingCyprus, Bosnia,Rwanda,Haiti,and,more recently,Mali.
Canada’scontributionstopeacekeepinghavebeen instrumentalinde-escalatingtensions,protectingcivilians, andfacilitatingpeaceprocessesinsomeoftheworld’smost volatileregions.
TransitiontoMediationandConflictResolution Inrecentyears,Canadahasexpandeditsfocusbeyond traditionalpeacekeepingtoincludemediationandconflict resolutioninitiatives.Recognizingthechangingnatureof conflictsandtheneedforproactivediplomacy,Canadahas increasinglyengagedinmediatinginternationaldisputes andpromotingdialoguebetweenconflictingparties.This shiftreflectsCanada’sevolvingroleasamediatorand facilitatorofpeaceprocessesontheglobalstage.
Canada’sMediationEfforts Canada’smediationeffortshavespannedawiderangeof conflicts,fromregionaldisputestointernationalcrises.One notableexampleisCanada’sinvolvementintheColombian peaceprocess,whereCanadiandiplomatsplayedakeyrole infacilitatingnegotiationsbetweentheColombian governmentandtheRevolutionaryArmedForcesof Colombia(FARC).Canada’ssupportforthepeaceprocess inColombiahelpedpavethewayforthehistoricpeace agreementsignedin2016,endingdecadesofarmed conflict.
Canadahasalsobeenactivelyengagedinmediating conflictsintheMiddleEast,Africa,andAsia,leveragingits diplomaticexpertiseandimpartialitytobringconflicting partiestothenegotiatingtable.Inadditiontoitsdirect mediationefforts,Canadahassupportedmultilateralpeace initiativesandprovidedfundingforconflictresolution programsandcapacity-buildingeffortsinconflict-affected regions.
KeyPrinciplesofCanadianMediation Canada’sapproachtomediationisguidedbykeyprinciples suchasimpartiality,inclusivity,andsustainability. Canadianmediatorsprioritizetheinclusionofdiverse stakeholders,includingwomen,youth,andmarginalized communities,inpeaceprocessestoensurethatthe outcomesarecomprehensiveanddurable.Furthermore, Canadaemphasizestheimportanceofaddressingtheroot causesofconflict,promotinghumanrights,andbuilding sustainablepeacethroughdialogue,reconciliation,and post-conflictreconstruction.
ChallengesandOpportunities WhileCanada’smediationeffortshaveyieldedsignificant successes,theyalsofacechallengesandlimitations. Mediatingcomplexconflictsrequirespatience,persistence, andadeepunderstandingofthelocalcontext,whichcanbe difficulttoachieveinrapidlyevolvingsituations.Moreover, geopoliticaltensionsandpowerdynamicsamong conflictingpartiesoftencomplicatemediationefforts, requiringinnovativeapproachesandcreativesolutions.
Despitethesechallenges,Canada’sroleasamediatorand peacebuilderremainscrucialintoday’sinterconnected world.Asconflictsbecomeincreasinglytransnationaland interconnected,theneedforeffectivemediationandconflict resolutionmechanismsismorepressingthanever.Canada’s diplomaticleadership,commitmenttodialogue,andrespect forinternationallawcontinuetocontributetoglobalefforts topreventandresolveconflicts,upholdhumanrights,and promotesustainablepeace.
Conclusion Canada’senduringlegacyinconflictresolutionreflectsits longstandingcommitmenttopeace,security,andhuman dignityontheglobalstage.Fromitspioneeringrolein peacekeepingtoitsactiveengagementinmediating internationaldisputes,Canadahasdemonstrateditscapacity tomakeapositivedifferenceintheworld.Asthe challengesofconflictandinstabilitypersist,Canada’s leadershipinconflictresolutionremainsindispensablein shapingamorepeacefulandprosperousfutureforall.
Navigating Financial Landscapes with Condence Attainingfinancialsecurityandpeaceofmindisa fundamentalobjectiveforindividuals,families, andbusinesses.Itdenotesaconditioninwhich individualscanadeptlynavigatetheintricaciesoffinancial landscapes,havingtheassurancethatresourcesarereadily availabletoaddressbothimmediaterequirementsand unexpectedchallenges.
WorldFinancialGrouphasbeenatrustedpartnerin assistingnumerousindividualsandfamiliesinattaining financialsecuritythroughcomprehensivelifeinsurance, retirement,andwealth-buildingstrategies.Thecompanyis enthusiasticaboutextendingitsguidancetogroupsand individualsseekingfinancialempowerment.
ArtiChawla,theCEOofWorldFinancialGroup,takes prideinnotonlyeducatingclientsbutalsocrafting customizedstrategiestailoredtotheirspecificneeds.By impartingvaluableinsightsintoproductsandopportunities, shebelievesinempoweringindividualstoshapetheir financialgoals,allowingthemtoconcentrateonwhat mattersmost–creatingabetterlifeforthemselvesandtheir lovedones.
NavigatingthroughChallenges HavingimmigratedtoCanadatwodecadesagowith aspirationsofbuildingaprosperouscareer,ArtiChawla foundherselfquicklyadaptingtotheCanadiansystem.In
We follow a unique business model, leveraging a network of independent associates who offer comprehensive inancial solutions, including insurance, investments, and retirement planning.
thepursuitofafulfillingprofessionaljourney,she encounteredthelimitationsoftheconventional9-5work structure,promptingasearchforamorepersonally rewardingpath.
Navigatingthroughchallengesinvariousoccupations,Arti eventuallydiscoveredhernicheintherealestateindustry Withinaremarkablyshortspanoftwoyears,sheemerged asatopproducer,achievingnotablesuccessandsecuringa respectablelivelihood,withearningsexceeding$250,000in realestatetransactions.
Artistandsoutasanindividualadeptatnavigatingdiverse industrieswithfinesseandstrategicinsight.Asarealestate broker,sheestablishedasignificantpresenceinthethriving domainofpropertytransactionswithRE/MAX.
Ar Chawla CEO World Financial Group
Notcontentwithrestingonherlaurels,sheembarkedona transformativeventureintothefinancialindustrywith WorldFinancialGroup.
AJourneyofResilienceandAdaptability Today,astheCEOofWorldFinancialGroup,ArtiChawla continuestobringherwealthofexperienceandexpertiseto theforefront.Herjourneyexemplifiesaresilienceand adaptabilitythathasnotonlypropelledherpersonalsuccess buthasalsocontributedtothegrowthandinnovation withintheindustriesshehasventuredinto.
Motivatedbyadeep-seateddesiretoprotectindividuals, families,andbusinessesfromunforeseenrisksand uncertainties,ArtiChawla,theCEOofWorldFinancial Group(WFG),drawsinspirationfromthemissionto providefinancialsecurityandpeaceofmindtoclients.She isdedicatedtoassistingclientsinnavigatingthecomplex landscapeofinsuranceproducts,ensuringthattheycan makeinformeddecisionsabouttheirfinancialwell-being.
CreatingaUniqueApproachtoFinancialServices UnderArtiChawla’sleadership,WorldFinancialGroup offersacomprehensiverangeoffinancialproductsand servicesthroughitsextensivenetworkofindependent associates.TheseofferingsincludeLifeInsurance, RetirementPlanning,InvestmentProducts,andEducation SavingsPlansforchildren.
Settingitselfapartfromotherfinancialservicescompanies, WorldFinancialGroup(WFG),underArtiChawla’s guidance,boastsadistinctivebusinessmodel.Thecompany placesastrongemphasisonfinancialeducation, recognizingitsfundamentalroleinempoweringclientsto makeinformedfinancialdecisions.Additionally,WFGis committedtofosteringentrepreneurship,creatingaunique approachtofinancialservicesthatgoesbeyond conventionalmodels.
InherroleasCEO,ArtiChawlademonstratesa commitmenttotheseprinciples,drivingWorldFinancial Group’smissiontoprovidecomprehensivefinancial solutionswhileprioritizingfinancialeducationand fosteringaspiritofentrepreneurshipwithinthe organization.
Customer-centricApproach Intheinsuranceindustrylandscape,technological advancementsplayaninstrumentalroleinshapingamore dynamic,efficient,andcustomer-centricapproach.As technologycontinuestoprogress,WorldFinancialGroup (WFG)ispoisedtowitnessfurtherinnovationsthatenhance itscapacitytomanagerisksandeffectivelyaddressthe evolvingneedsofitsclients.
ArtiChawla,havingrecentlyachievedtheCEOlevelwith anincomeexceeding$500,000,providesvaluableadviceto allinthefinancialsector.Hercounselemphasizesthe importanceofstayingcuriousandhumbleinthedynamic worldoffinance.Sheunderscoresthesignificanceof continuouslearningasafundamentalassetandencourages professionalstoembracechallenges,learnfrom experiences,andalwaysprioritizethebestinterestsof clients.
TestamenttothePowerofPerseverance Arti’sadviceextendstothecorevaluesofintegrity, emphasizingthattrustisbuiltonmaintainingthehighest ethicalstandardsinalldealings.Buildingstrong relationships,bothwithintheindustryandwithclients,is highlightedasessential.Sheremindsprofessionalsthat successisagradualprocessrequiringpatienceandalongtermperspective.Artiemphasizesadaptabilityand innovation,urgingindividualstoembracechange,stay agile,andleveragetechnologytotheiradvantage.
Inherleadershiproleasawoman,ArtiChawlarecognizes thathersuccesscontributestobreakinggenderbarriersand servesasaninspirationtoothers.Herachievementsreflect notonlyindividualaccomplishmentbutalsothepotential fordiverseleadershipwithintheindustry Asshecontinues todrivesuccessattheCEOlevel,Arti’sjourneybecomesa testamenttothepowerofperseverance,adaptability,anda commitmenttoexcellence.
Most Influen al Business Leaders to Follow in Canada Fola Adegoke Crea ng a Ripple Effect of Empowerment Femaleleadersaredrivingtransformativechanges acrossadiverserangeofindustries.Theseinspiring womenexemplifytheimportanceofdiversityof thoughtinfosteringamoreequitablesociety,illustrating thateffectiveleadershiptranscendsgenderbarriers.The experiencesandresiliencedemonstratedbythesewomen serveaspowerfulremindersthatapathtodevelopmentis definedbyvision,passion,andunwaveringdetermination.
Women,justlikealltheothersectors,havemadesignificant inroadsintothecorporateworld,disruptingtraditional businessmodelsandcreatingmorediverseandinclusive workplaces.FolaAdegoke,oneofthosewomen,hasover twelveyearsofexpertiseinthefinance,consulting,and telecommunicationssectorsacrosstwocontinents.Sheisa pioneerinthecybersecurityfield.FolaAdegokeisthe visionaryFounderofWinfiniteConsulting
Let’s delve in to learn more about her leadership:
ReshapingtheIndustry
Folaisanaccomplishedindustryleaderwithovertwelve yearsofcybersecurityexperiencethatspansacrossthe Finance,Consulting,andTelecommunicationssectors acrosstwocontinents.AsthefounderofWinfinite Consulting,sheisonamissiontoreshapetheindustryasa CybersecurityCareerCoach,leavinganindeliblemarkon thefield.
FolaAdegokehasnotonlyovercomechallengesasa womanofcolorinamale-dominatedfieldbuthasalso dedicatedherselftoempoweringimmigrantstoforgenew pathsinCybersecurity.
Overthepasttwoyears,shehassuccessfullyguided100+ individualswithnopriortechbackgroundstoward
My dedica on to mentoring others, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, has fostered a more inclusive tech industry and created a ripple effect of empowerment.
rewardingCybersecuritycareers,makingherasought-after trainerandspeaker.Herdedicationtomentoringothers, especiallythosefromunderrepresentedbackgrounds,has fosteredamoreinclusivetechindustryandcreatedaripple effectofempowerment.Folahastransformedimmigrants’ livesbyhelpingthemchangecareersandfindstabilityin Canada.Aloverofdancingandqualityfamilytime,Fola’s achievementscontinuetoshapetheindustryandinspire many
Shewasrecentlynominatedfor “Canada’s Top Women in Cybersecurity” andnamed “2023 Top 100 Black Women to Watch Out For.” Herinspiringjourneyhasbeenfeaturedin TheGuardian,TheVanguardNewspaper,andmore,leaving anindeliblemarkintheindustry
TransitioningIndividualsintoSustainableCareers WinfiniteConsultingisarenownedinstitutiondedicatedto helpingindividualsacrossNorthAmericaandEurope transitionintosustainable,high-payingcareersin cybersecurity.Itsmissionistoequipstudentswithessential, practical,andhands-onknowledgeandskillstosucceed andleadintheworldofcybersecurity
Fola Adegoke Founder and Lead Career Coach
Winfinitehasavisiontobecometheforemostinstitutionfor individualsseekinghighlyrewardingcareers,transforming themintothemostsought-aftercybersecurityexperts.
Fola’sroleinthedevelopmentandoutreachofWinfinite Consultinghasbeenpivotal.Shefoundedthecompanywith aclearvisionofprovidingpractical,hands-ontrainingto individualslookingtoenterthecybersecurityindustry.Over thepasttwoyears,Winfinitehassuccessfullyassistedover 100students,includingimmigrantsandthosewithnoprior techbackgrounds,inachievingfulfillingandlucrative careersincybersecurity.Ithasbecomeatrustedinstitution forcareertransition,anditssuccessstoriesillustrateFola’s commitmenttohelpingindividualssecureemploymentand thriveinthisfield.
DeliveringInvaluableEducationalResources Folahaseffectivelyconductednumerousfreeonline masterclassesanddevelopedadaptableandallencompassingtrainingprograms.Additionally,she
proactivelyparticipatesinthecybersecuritycommunity, fosteringpartnershipsandknowledgeexchangetosupport thegrowthandoutreachoftheorganization.Theseefforts havenotonlyexpandedinstitutions’reachbutalso deliveredinvaluableeducationalresources.
Fola’sinspirationtoenterthecybersecurityindustry stemmedfromtwokeyfactors.First,sheexperiencedthe significantpersonalandprofessionalbenefitsofworkingin thisfield,includinghigh-incomeopportunities,remote work,work-lifebalance,andtheconstantintellectual challengeitpresents.Shewantedtosharetheseadvantages withothers.
Second,Folawitnessedtheindustry’sskillsgapandtalent shortage,underrepresentationofwomenandBIPOC individualsinthecybersecurityindustry.Shealsorealized howdifficultitwasforpeopletotransitioninto Cybersecurity.Thisinspiredhertobridgethisgapand becomeastrongadvocatefordiversityandequalitywithin thefield.Folabelievesthatbyprovidingopportunitiesand supporttounderrepresentedgroups,theinstitutioncan createamoreinclusiveandinnovativecybersecurity community
TailoringIndividualNeeds WinfiniteConsultingoffersarangeoftrainingprograms andsolutionstailoredtohelpindividualswithnopriorIT experiencestartandadvancetheircareersincybersecurity through:
CybersecurityGRCProgram:Itsflagshipprogramcovers governance,risk,andcomplianceincybersecurity, providingastrongfoundationinthesecriticalareas.
CareerSupportServices:Winfiniteoffersserviceslike CareerMapping,Resume/LinkedInRevamp,andInterview Preptoensurestudentsarewell-preparedforjob applicationsandinterviews.
PrioritizingHands-onTraining WhatsetsWinfiniteapartintheindustryisitscommitment tostudentsuccessthroughpracticalandhands-ontraining, lifetimeaccesstotrainingmaterials,post-trainingsupport, andaprivatedigitalcommunity Theinstitutionfocuseson real-worldexperiences,ensuringthatstudentsarenotjust knowledgeablebutalsocapableofapplyingtheirskillsin thefield.Itsprogramscatertoawiderangeofinterestsand aspirationswithinthecybersecurityindustry,providinga comprehensiveapproachtocareertransition.
SeveralfactorssetWinfiniteConsultingapartfromother companiesinthecybersecurityeducationindustry:
Hands-OnTraining:Winfiniteprioritizespractical,handsontrainingandindustrytoolutilizationtopreparestudents forreal-worldexperiences,givingthemacompetitiveedge inthejobmarket.
Inclusivity:Itisdedicatedtopromotingdiversityand equalitywithinthecybersecurityindustry,makingits programsaccessibletoimmigrantsandindividualswithno priortechbackgrounds.
SuccessStories:Itstrackrecordofsuccessfullyguiding over200studentsintofulfillingandhigh-payingcareers showcasesitscommitmenttostudents’success.
Instructors’ExpertiseandNetwork:Winfiniteinstructors aresubjectmatterexpertswithyearsofindustryexperience andavastprofessionalnetworkwithrelevantCybersecurity certifications,whichensuresthatstudentslearnfroma trustedandknowledgeablesource.
FlexibleLearningOptions:Winfinitevirtualliveandselfpacedclassesaccommodatedifferentschedulesand learningpreferences.Itsdedicationtopracticaleducation, expertise,andup-to-datecontentarewhatmakeitaleading consultingfirmintheindustry.
Advancedtechnologyiscontinuouslyshapingthe cybersecuritylandscape.Asnewthreatsemerge,the industrymustadapttodefendagainstthem.Winfinite Consultingiscommittedtostayingattheforefrontof technologicaladvancementstoequipitsstudentswiththe mostrelevantskillsandknowledge.
Thisincludesintegratingthelatestcybersecuritytools, techniques,andbestpracticesintoitstrainingprograms.It alsoanticipatesthegrowingimportanceofartificial intelligenceandmachinelearninginthreatdetectionand responseandispreparingstudentsaccordingly
Furthermore,Winfiniterecognizesthesignificanceof remoteworkanddigitalcollaborationtools,anditis adaptingprogramstoensurestudentsareproficientinthese areas.Astechnologycontinuestoevolve,theinstitution remainsagileinitsapproachtoprovidingstudentswiththe bestpreparationforthefutureofcybersecuritybyadopting trainingprogramsthatallowtheinstitutiontoincorporate newcontentandtoolsastheindustryevolves.
StrivingThroughAdversities ThroughoutFola’scareer,shehasfacedvariouschallenges, andtheyhaveplayedacrucialroleindevelopingher leadershipskills.Shefacednumerouschallenges.
Someofthesechallengesinclude:
NavigatingRegulatoryComplexities:Theever-evolving regulatorylandscapeincybersecuritydemandsaprofound understandingofcomplianceframeworksandtheir implications.Thisknowledgeisvitalformaintaining complianceandminimizingrisks.Fola’sproficiencyin navigatingthesecomplexitieshasreinforcedherleadership skills.
KeepingUpwiththeever-evolvingthreatlandscapeand TechnologicalAdvancement:Ascybercriminalsconstantly refinetheirtactics,stayingup-to-dateonthelatest vulnerabilitiesandattackvectorscanbechallenging. Continuouslearningandstayinguptodatewithindustry trendsarecrucialincombatingcyberthreats.Thishas honedheradaptabilityandcommitmenttoongoing education,qualitiessheinstilledinherstudents.
Balancingsecurityandusability:Strikingtheright balancewhenimplementingrobustsecuritymeasureswhile ensuringusabilitycanbechallenging.ThishashelpedFola demonstrateinnovationanddeepknowledgeofboth securityprinciplesandpracticalusability.
Complex ProblemSolving:Navigatingevolving cybersecuritythreatsisatopchallengeinthefield.It demandstechnicalprowess,criticalthinking,and innovativeproblem-solving.Thisexperiencehasshaped Folaasaleader,emphasizingriskmanagement,composure underpressure,andinformeddecision-making,whichare crucialleadershipskills.
NavigatingaMale-DominatedField:Thecybersecurity industryispredominantlymale,andbreakingintothisfield
requiresassertiveness,confidence,andtheabilityto commandrespect.TheseexperienceshaveshapedHer leadershipstyle,emphasizingtheimportanceofselfassurednessandtheabilitytoinspireandleadbyexample.
Throughdeterminationandresilience,shetacklesthese challengeshead-on,empoweringindividualsand organizationstonavigatetheintricatelandscapeof cybersecuritysuccessfully Thesechallengeshavemade Folaamoreempatheticandunderstandingleader,helping herguideothersthroughtheirownhurdlesintheindustry
BuildingStrongerFoundation Toaspiringentrepreneursandenthusiastslookingtoenter thecybersecurityindustry,sheoffersthefollowingadvice:
Cybersecurityisafieldthatdemandscontinuouslearning. Investineducationandcertificationstobuildastrong foundationofknowledge.FolasuggestsbuildingaTech Portfolioshowcasingprojects,research,and accomplishments.Demonstrateindustryexperienceby signinguptoCapturetheFlag(CTF)platformssuchas TryHackMe,HackTheBox,etc.Exploreindustryrecognizedcertificationsforentry-levelorintermediate securityprofessionalssuchasCertificateinCybersecurity, CISM,Security+,orevenITIL.
Sheemphasizestheimportanceofbuildinganetworkof like-mindedindividualsandexpertsinthefield. Collaborationandknowledge-sharingareessentialinthe worldofcybersecurity.
Practical,hands-onexperienceisinvaluable.Shesuggests seekingopportunitiestoapplyknowledgeinreal-world scenarios.
Inthefuture,Folaseesherselfasaleadingadvocatefor diversityandinclusioninthecybersecurityindustry.She alsoenvisionsWinfiniteConsultingbecomingthego-to institutionforindividualsseekingtolaunchsuccessful cybersecuritycareers.
Toscalethecompany’soperationsandoutreachinthe comingyears,Sheplanstofocusonthefollowing:
• Expandingitsprogramofferingstomeetthegrowing demandforcybersecurityprofessionals.
• Partneringwithleadinguniversitiesandcollegesto offercybersecurityprogramstotheirstudents.
• Investingintechnologytoenhanceitslearning platformanddelivery.
• Expandingtheteamofexperiencedandpassionate cybersecurityprofessionals.
Winfinite Consul ng has also been recognized by several organiza ons for its work in promo ng diversity and inclusion in the cybersecurity industry. In 2023, Fola was:
Awarded the “Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch of 2023
Nominated for Canada’s Top Women in Cybersecurity Award
Featured as Guardian Woman in The Guardian Featured in Vanguard
Winfinite Consul ng is proud of the work that it has been doing to help individuals transi on into sustainable, high-paying careers in cybersecurity. The organiza on is commi ed to making the cybersecurity industry more diverse and inclusive and is excited to see what the future holds for Winfinite Consul ng.
How Canadian Innovation is Shaping the Future Tech Titans North of the Border Canadahasemergedasapowerhouseofinnovation,
withitstechsectorrapidlyevolvingandmaking significantcontributionstoshapingthefutureof variousindustries.Frompioneeringadvancementsin artificialintelligenceandcleantechnologytofosteringa vibrantstartupecosystem,Canadianinnovatorsaredriving changeandpushingtheboundariesofwhatispossible.
This article explores how Canadian innovation is shaping the future, highlighting the key players and groundbreaking technologies that are putting Canada on the map as a global tech hub!
TheRiseofCanadianTechTitans
Canada’stechsectorhasexperiencedexponentialgrowthin recentyears,fueledbyacombinationofgovernment support,world-classtalent,andathrivingstartupculture.
Canadiantechcompanies,oftenreferredtoas“Tech Titans,”havebecomehouseholdnamesontheinternational stage,withcompanieslikeShopify,OpenText,and BlackBerryleadingthecharge.
Shopify,foundedin2006byTobiasLütke,DanielWeinand, andScottLake,hasrevolutionizede-commercewithits user-friendlyplatformthatenablesbusinessesofallsizesto setuponlinestoresquicklyandefficiently.Today,Shopify powersoveramillionbusinessesworldwideandhas cementeditspositionasoneofCanada’smostvaluabletech companies.
OpenText,foundedin1991byTomJenkins,hasbecomea globalleaderinenterpriseinformationmanagement, offeringsolutionsfordigitaltransformation,content management,andcybersecurity.Withcustomersinover 180countries,OpenTextplaysacriticalroleinhelping organizationsharnessthepowerofdatatodriveinnovation andstaycompetitiveinthedigitalage.
BlackBerry,onceknownforitsiconicsmartphones,has successfullyreinventeditselfasaleaderincybersecurity andenterprisesoftwareundertheleadershipofCEOJohn Chen.Withafocusonsecurecommunicationand collaborationsolutions,BlackBerryishelpingbusinesses andgovernmentsprotectsensitiveinformationandnavigate thecomplexitiesofthedigitalworld.
PioneeringTechnologies Canadianinnovatorsareattheforefrontofpioneering technologiesthathavethepotentialtotransformindustries andimprovelives.OneareawhereCanadaexcelsis artificialintelligence(AI),withresearchinstitutionslikethe VectorInstituteandtheMontrealInstituteforLearning Algorithms(MILA)leadingthewayinAIresearchand development.
TheVectorInstitute,foundedin2017withfundingfromthe Canadiangovernmentandindustrypartners,isdedicatedto advancingAIresearchandfosteringcollaborationbetween academiaandindustry.Itsgroundbreakingworkinmachine learninganddeeplearninghasledtosignificant advancementsinareassuchashealthcare,finance,and autonomousvehicles.
MILA,ledbyrenownedAIresearcherYoshuaBengio,is anotherpowerhouseofAIinnovationknownforits groundbreakingresearchinneuralnetworksanddeep learning.MILA’sresearchhaspavedthewayfor
applicationsrangingfromnaturallanguageprocessingand computervisiontoroboticsandpersonalizedmedicine.
InadditiontoAI,Canadaisalsomakingstridesinclean technology,renewableenergy,andsustainableinnovation. CompanieslikeBallardPowerSystems,Hydro-Québec, andCarbonEngineeringaredevelopinginnovative solutionstoaddressclimatechangeandreducecarbon emissions,positioningCanadaasaleaderintheglobal transitiontoalow-carboneconomy.
FosteringaVibrantStartupEcosystem Canada’sstartupecosystemisthrivingthankstoa supportiveregulatoryenvironment,accesstofunding,anda culturethatcelebratesentrepreneurshipandinnovation. CitieslikeToronto,Vancouver,andMontrealhaveemerged ashotbedsofstartupactivity,attractingtalentand investmentfromaroundtheworld.
TheCanadiangovernmenthasplayedacrucialrolein supportingstartupsthroughinitiativesliketheStartupVisa Program,whichallowsforeignentrepreneurstoimmigrate toCanadaandbuildtheirbusinesses.Additionally, organizationslikeMaRSDiscoveryDistrict,Communitech, andInvestOttawaprovideresources,mentorship,and networkingopportunitiestohelpstartupssucceedandscale.
Conclusion Canadianinnovationisdrivingpositivechangeandshaping thefutureinprofoundways.Frompioneeringtechnologies likeAIandcleantechnologytotheriseoftechtitansanda vibrantstartupecosystem,Canada’stechsectoristhriving andmakingitsmarkontheglobalstage.AsCanada continuestoinvestinresearchanddevelopment,support entrepreneurship,andfostercollaborationbetween academia,industry,andgovernment,thefuturelooksbright forCanadianinnovationanditsimpactontheworld.
shareholders/stakeholdersinthecompany,ortoother industries.Theideaistoalwaysbringeveryonetothesame pageandcontinueworkingtogetheronourexplorationor mininggoals.
HighlightsofmycareerincludedtwoyearsspentinEritrea, EasternAfrica,where,asanexpat,Idideverythingfrom GISgraphics,planningexplorationprograms,buildingup resources,resourcemodeling,andtraining.Another highlightwasworkingwiththeCordobateamdownin Colombiaonacopper-goldresource.
AnotherhighlightisthatIamcurrentlybasedinBosnia Herzegovinaandbuildinguptheexplorationprocedureset. Thishascombinedmyloveofcreatingcontentandputting ittogetherintoadetailed,properdocumentation.Ihave alwaysbeenrelativelynomadic,andthisbecamemoreso lastsummer.WhenIamnotworkingorcreating/viewing content,Iamplanningmynextadventures.
Pleasetellusaboutyourcompany,itsmission,andits vision.Whatroledidyouplayinfurtheringits developmentandoutreach?
Mycompanyisstillintheearlystages.Theideacame aboutwhenIwasthinkingabouthowtoaddvalidationto theJuniorMiningMarket.Ifeltthewayofwaitingfor pressreleasestobedistributedhadbecomeslightlyoutof date,especiallywhenwenowhadaccesstoSMART phonesandtheabilitytoleveragesocialmediaplatformsat nocostbuttime.
If a picture is a thousand words, what would a video be worth to my clients/potential investors?
Istartedleveragingmultipleplatformsbycreatingheapsof whatmyvisionwas:Entertainingbutalsoeducationaland motivationalcontentwithabitofauthenticedge.The visionbehindthisisthatmypostswouldsparkeducational conversationandthoughtsandmotivateotherstohavea voiceiftheywish.
Long Professional Geologist
“ Ihadstartedwatching#Linkedinincontentasearlyas2008 when,intheearlydays,itreallywasfortryingtojust‘find ajob.’Iwouldnotendupcreatingmyfirstpostuntilten yearslater(2018).ItwasaboutOmanbecauseIhad traveledthroughthereandseenapictureofanarch.Iknew wehadalsodrivenunder.
IwasatfirstextremelyintimateaboutthetypeofcontentI wantedtopostorwhatotherswouldthinkaboutit,
I fell in love with the mining industry early on, the idea of building up mineral resources and crea ng wealth, as well as helping to establish good meaningful careers in the communi es I work in.
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anditwasnotuntillaterthatyearthatIevenlearnedwhata hashtagwas.Whathasdevelopednow,especiallyinthelast fouryears,hasturnedintoacompanywithamissionand vision.
Themissionistoprovidetransparency,education, entertainment,positivity,andhumorintotheExploration andMiningIndustry,andnowIthinkbeyondto Geotourism,Tourism,andMotivationalLifestyleContent.
Whatwasyourinspirationtostepintotheindustrythat youarenowserving?
Ihaveover16yearsofexperienceinresourcedevelopment, technicalknowledge,andagrowingnetworkofsomeofthe bestminingprofessionals/mentorsintheindustry.Iwas movingtoAustraliatoworkwithalargeminingcompany whenthepandemichit.Bythesummerof2020,Iaccepted thatthemovewasnotgoingtohappen.Everythingwasata standstillintheindustry,soIwasleftwithnojobprospects, andmyintuitiontoldmetheindustryneededsomethingto keepusunited.Ialsohadtodosomethingwithmytime andwithlimitedresources.
Iaskedmyselfthequestion,“WiththeresourcesIhave, whatcouldIdobesttohelpmyindustrythroughthisnew challengingtime.”Turnsouttheanswerwascreating content.AllIneededwasmycomputer,phone,internet, vehicle,andmycreativity.
Bythistime,Ihadasmall#LinkedInfollowing,soIjust startedpostinglotsandlotsofcontent.
Istilllaughatmyselfaboutmyweekwhenthepandemic startedinmid-March2020inCanada.ThereIwaspostinga publishedarticleIwroteaboutafewyearsagoand encouragingpeoplethatwithabitoffreedomfromday-todayoperation,thiswouldbetheperfecttimetostart tacklinghowtoputyourstructuraldatatogether
Ijuststartedposting,andthemoreandmoreIposted,the easierthepostinggot.Iwouldhavetoschedulemyposts, asIknewthatpostingtoooftenortoofrequentlywould floodmyaudience.
Thesecretaboutcreatingcontentisthatthemoreyou create,themoreideasyouhave.Nowadays,Ihavetoo manyideasforposts.Atthesametime,Iwasnotsitting behindmydeskanymore,buildingupresources.Istartedto usethatextratimeinthesummerof2020togetouttothe fieldasmuchasIcould.
Goingtothefieldwhenyouliveinaminingcampsuchas Timmins,KirklandLake,orCobaltcouldmean5minutes away,orinCobalt,asimplewalkoutthedoor.So,Icoined thehashtag#boots-on-groundtoexplainwhatIwasdoing.I physicallywentouttovariousminingpropertiesinOntario campsandputmyown#bootsontheground.Sometimes, thatjustmeantgoingtoKirklandanddrivingalongthe Cadillacfault,takingphotosofalltheheadframesand resourcesyoupass.
Inthepast,theyoftendidn’thaveSMART phonebecamemybiggesttool.Istartedvisitingmining claimsandtakingcontent(photos/videos)ofwhat prospectingmetandwhatismettogotothefield. aditwas,whatitmeanttotakebedrocksamples. andgrewtowhatresultedto1000’sofpostsacrossmultiple socialmediaplatformsandanaudiencethatkeptlikingand encouragingmycontenttosupportcontinuedgrowth.
“Without the supporting audience, I would not be where I am today.”
#miningindustryhasalwaysworkedwellon#Linkedin,so thatwasabonus.ManyminingconnectionsIeithermetin person,workedwith,orheardofwereonthere,supporting meonmyjourney
Iwatched#Linkedinchangeovertheyearsfrombeingjust aplacetopostaboutjobstobecomingaleaderin professionalsocialmediacontent.
