What does it take to rise from store manager to CEO and owner of a beloved Canadian brand? In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, John Wilson sits down with Pino Di Ioia, CEO of BeaverTails Pastry and Moozoo Creamery, to explore the values and lessons that have guided his remarkable journey since 1987.

From grit and perseverance to balancing nostalgia with innovation, Pino shares how he and his team continue to evolve a brand that Canadians love—while navigating challenges like COVID-19 and leading with joy and accountability. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a franchise operator, or a CEO, this episode is full of wisdom about resilience, culture, and the power of sticking to your core values.

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, host John Wilson sits down with Glenn Sommerville, President of High Performance Leaders Inc. and CEO Group Leader and Mentor with CEO Global Network, whose career has spanned executive roles at Honeywell, Toyota, BlackBerry, and Amazon.

Glenn shares the biggest leadership lessons he learned while scaling Amazon, how his time at BlackBerry shaped his coaching approach, and why enabling others has been the foundation of his leadership philosophy from the very beginning.

From building sustainable high-performance teams to trusting instincts in both the boardroom and the backcountry, Glenn offers powerful lessons for leaders who want to achieve long-term impact.

Whether you’re a CEO, executive, or aspiring leader, you’ll walk away from this conversation with practical insights you can put into action immediately.

What does it look like when a restaurant group pushes beyond industry norms?

In this episode of the CEO Global Network Podcast, I sit down with Court Desautels, CEO of Neighbourhood Group of Companies, to talk about building a business that measures success beyond profit. Court shares how unconventional decisions - like providing fully paid health benefits, becoming a Certified B Corporation, and prioritizing sustainability - have transformed his company’s culture, strengthened community ties, and reduced turnover by nearly 45%.

We also dive into how Neighbourhood Group adapts to changing community needs, keeps teams motivated with purpose-driven work, and why stepping back as a leader can unlock greater growth for both people and business.

If you’re a leader looking to balance profit with purpose, this episode is for you.