Shelley Frost, CEO of the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE), joins the show to talk about leading one of BC’s most iconic and complex organizations. From early roles in a psychiatric hospital and juvenile jail to leading in tech and the arts, Shelley’s path has shaped a unique approach to leadership. She shares how managing unpredictability and diverse stakeholders prepared her to run the PNE – home to major events, an amusement park, and key youth employment programs. They discuss balancing legacy with innovation, leading through ambiguity, and building operational excellence.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

(03:15) From consulting to finding local purpose

(09:04) Aligning vision in complex teams

(11:48) Leading with adaptability

(15:41) Making decisions with clarity

(17:52) A collaborative planning approach

(21:29) Communicating with seasonal staff

(25:46) Unearthing hidden war relics

(27:29) Behind Vancouver’s FIFA fan fest

(30:23) Inside the concert and show lineup

Connect with Shelley Frost here:

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Pacific National Exhibition (PNE)

PNE Instagram

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George Grombacher is a seasoned podcaster, former Fortune 500 advisor, President of Financial Consulting Professionals, and the Founder and Chief Community Officer of Money Alignment Academy. He sits down with Kathy Andrews to unpack the hidden impact of financial well-being, both personally and professionally.

George opens up about growing up with financial uncertainty and how those early experiences shaped his beliefs around money. He uncovers the deep emotional layers behind our financial behaviors – and why ignoring money stress at work could be costing businesses more than you think.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

(04:10) Confronting financial avoidance and scarcity

(09:54) Prioritizing financial literacy

(11:22) Simplifying financial planning basics

(14:54) Embracing financial wellness at work

(18:55) An immigrant's journey to financial literacy

(21:43) Tailored financial wellness training

(24:32) How money and beliefs shape life

Connect with George Grombacher here:

LinkedIn

Money Alignment Academy

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What if the key to unlocking your team’s potential isn’t giving answers, but asking the right questions?

In this episode of For Leaders By Leaders, Principal of Wessels HR and Leadership Coach Tammie Wessels reveals how a coaching culture transforms teams. From her psychology roots to working with top Canadian brands, she shares hard-won leadership insights.

Hosted by Kathy Andrews, this conversation breaks down coaching vs. mentoring, the psychology of high-performing teams, and why psychological safety is essential.

Tune in to this episode as we explore:

(06:05) Shifting to a coaching culture

(08:07) Cultivating leadership through empowerment

(12:01) Shift to a long-term coaching mindset

(14:09) Quick coaching through conversation

(18:04) Implementing coaching culture training

(21:31) Empowering recruitment through coaching

Connect with Tammie Wessels here:

LinkedIn

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