Dillon Stecyk, COO of The Apres Collective, is a creative entrepreneur and one of the driving forces behind the Aroabora Music Festival in Banff - a unique, mountain-set celebration that blends music, nature, and human connection.

With a background rooted in events, culture, and collaboration, Dillon has helped shape Aroabora into an experience that brings people together and reminds them what music feels like when it’s intentional and intimate. Dillon brings a refreshingly honest take on building creative projects with friends, navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, and staying grounded while building something meaningful.

In this conversation, Dillon shares the behind-the-scenes realities of festival creation and why community - not scale - is the real measure of success.

Guest:

• Dillon Stecyk - COO of ABF & Apres Collective: Instagram | LinkedIn
• ABF: Instagram | Website
• Aroabora Music Festival: Instagram | Website

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | LinkedIn

CREATE - The Podcast: Instagram | TikTok | Website

Tasha Swiderski is a wife, mom of three, and wellness advocate shaped by resilience, faith, and intentional living. After navigating cancer, Lyme disease, and Desmoid tumors, her health journey became a catalyst for change - shifting her focus from survival to helping others live healthier lives.

Guided by her faith, Tasha believes in turning pain into purpose and learning to listen to the body. Through her work with Hugh & Grace, she helps people simplify wellness by reducing toxic load, supporting hormone health, and building sustainable daily habits that fit real life.

At her core, Tasha’s story is about curiosity, courage, and choosing growth - even when the path isn’t clear.

Guest:

• Tasha Swiderski: Instagram

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | LinkedIn

CREATE - The Podcast: Instagram | TikTok | Website

Michael Noble is one of Canada’s most respected culinary leaders, with over 46 years in the kitchen and a legacy built on excellence, resilience, and mentorship. A competitor on the world stage, Michael has represented Canada in multiple international culinary competitions and remains the only Canadian chef to ever compete on Iron Chef Japan, battling Masaharu Morimoto in front of millions of viewers.

Today, Michael is the Chef/Proprietor of NOtaBLE and The Nash, two cornerstone restaurants that have helped shape Calgary’s dining scene for more than a decade. While his accolades are impressive, Michael is most proud of the people he’s mentored and the teams he’s built along the way.

Grounded, curious, and deeply passionate about hospitality, Michael continues to evolve—proving that longevity in this industry is built on people, purpose, and an enduring love for the craft.

Guest:

• Michael Noble - Chef & Proprietor
  • Notable - The Steakhouse: Instagram | Website
  • The Nash Restaurant and OffCut Bar: Instagram | Website

Host:

• Mark Kondrat: Instagram | LinkedIn

CREATE - The Podcast: Instagram | TikTok | Website