S3E24: Conscious Leadership in the Age of AI

09/12/2025 43 min Temporada 3 Episodio 24

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What does it really take to lead in an age of constant disruption, artificial intelligence, and cultural change?In this powerful episode of  The Leadership Launchpad Podcast - The Legacy Edition, Susan Hobson and Tracey Allen sit down with Michael Tremblay, President & CEO of CANARIE and Chair of the Ottawa Hospital Board, to unpack the real foundations of high-trust leadership, culture transformation, and future-ready decision making.From his eye-opening Microsoft culture experience to leading national innovation initiatives in Canada, Mike shares raw insights on:Why trust is the ultimate performance multiplierHow to spot real leadership under pressureWhat most leaders get wrong about culture and valuesHow AI is reshaping leadership, decision-making, and organizationsWhy the “inner kingdom” (middle leadership) determines whether change actually sticksThe leadership skills required to survive and thrive beyond 2026You’ll also hear powerful future-focused conversations on:AI and workforce transformationHealthcare innovation through network technologyRemote surgery, satellite connectivity, and Canada’s innovation pipelineWhy conscious leadership is no longer optionalIf you’re navigating uncertainty, disruption, or rapid technological change—this conversation will fundamentally shift how you think about trust, culture, and leadership in the decade ahead.🌐 Elevate your leadership with a FREE consultation:https://elitehighperformance.mykajabi.com/book-a-free-consultationAbout Michael TremblayMichael Tremblay is President and CEO of CANARIE, the federal partner in Canada’s National Research and Education Network (NREN), where he leads the vision of building a trusted, globally connected digital research ecosystem. He also serves as Chair of the Board of Governors of The Ottawa Hospital, helping to guide one of Canada’s leading healthcare institutions. Throughout his career, Michael has held senior leadership positions at the intersection of technology, innovation, and community impact. He previously served as President of Calian’s IT & Cyber Solutions division, CEO of Invest Ottawa, and in executive roles at Microsoft, SAP, and Fujitsu. Across these organizations, he has been recognized for his ability to build teams, foster collaboration, and drive transformation. Michael is deeply committed to growing leaders from all walks of life. He believes that diverse perspectives and shared values create the strongest foundations for innovation and resilience. His work is guided by three commitments: enabling research and innovation to strengthen Canada’s competitiveness, championing healthcare excellence through governance and community leadership, and building inclusive teams that thrive in a complex world.Find Michael Tremblayhttp://www.canarie.cahttps://www.linkedin.com/company/canarie/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-t-0150461b/Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links: https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/ https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/ https://www.tiktok.com/@susanlhobson Tracey Allen - Head of Real Estate at Nokiahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-allen-a70b95b/Music from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/soundroll/tropicanaLicense code: GNM1DDFOSCISSWRBMusic from #Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/back-to-movesLicense code: PXJHIC8CT4KT64TX

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