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Ever wondered what it truly takes to shatter glass ceilings and secure a seat at the corporate boardroom table? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the journey of Kimberley Goode, Senior Advisor at BMO Financial Group as she unravels the strategies, challenges, and triumphs of women navigating the path to board leadership. This conversation offers invaluable insights and actionable steps for anyone aspiring to make a significant impact in the world of corporate governance and beyond. This week's episode 170 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about preparing women for corporate boards! In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Kimberley Goode shares the importance of networking before you're ready to be on a board and actionable steps you can take right now to prepare yourself for your search for a board seat. Kimberley Goode is Senior Advisor at BMO Financial Group and a board director at Providence Health Plan. She is a leader with passion for stakeholder engagement strategies, integrated communication, reputation management, brand building, corporate social responsibility, culture, diversity and inclusion. Kimberley has been recognized on the Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business list by the San Francisco Business Times, as one of the Most Influential Blacks in Corporate America by Savoy magazine, and many others.Some of the talking points Julie and Kimberley go over in this episode include:Utilizing board readiness classes and opportunities to prepare you for board service when the time is right.The importance of relationships and accountability in board service.Prioritizing board service based on stage and season of life.The need for diverse perspectives on boards to avoid recreating institutional biases in the changing world.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH KIMBERLEY GOODE:LinkedInCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWL

Send us a textThis week on The UpLevel Podcast, we welcome the extraordinary Julie Barker-Merz, Regional President of BMO Bank of Montreal for Greater Toronto. A visionary leader with a bold heart, Julie is known for breaking new ground in corporate leadership and uplifting women across business, sport, and community. Julie shares deeply personal insights on how to lead with heart while holding big responsibility. From her signature “four-legged stool” principle of balance to her unwavering belief that difference is power, Julie brings inspiration, wisdom, and courage to the conversation.In This Episode:What it means to be in right relationship with yourself, in your leadership, your health, your home, and your heartThe power of leading from authenticity, clarity, and shared values, and how that shifts culture from the inside outSmall “c” vs. Big “C” coaching, and why that distinction matters for creating real transformation in people and teamsHow choosing curiosity over control opens doors to growth, connection, and possibilityWhy difference is power, and how Julie leans into discomfort with openness, not resistanceThe role of failure, feedback, and fortitude in shaping resilient, conscious leadershipJulie's guiding principle of the “four-legged stool,” and how she uses it to stay grounded across every area of life.From marathon training to scrapbooking retreats, how she protects her energy and recharges with intention.Integration over isolation, why weaving together fitness, friendship, and family creates more sustainable successCuriosity in conflict, how asking instead of assuming can turn tension into trustThe power of finding your people, and why women thrive in communities built on support, not competitionBio:Julie Barker-Merz is the Regional President, BMO Bank of Montreal, for Greater Toronto, where she leads a team of personal banking professionals across 9 markets and 170 branches. She is a board member of Tree Canada, past-Chair of the Accelerator Centre in Waterloo, and the former Director and Treasurer of the Canadian Women's Hockey League. She is a long-standing and strong supporter of women in business, sport, and the community and a 2015 recipient of The International Alliance of Women's (TIAW) Top 100 World of Difference awards, as well as one of Canada's Top 50 to watch in Wealth Management in 2016 during her time as President of BMO InvestorLine. And in 2018, she was awarded Ontario's Leading Women, Building Communities Award of Excellence, and in 2023, the WXN DEI Award for her role on Corporate Boards.Throughout her 25+ year career with BMO Financial Group, Julie has earned the reputation of being a leader who executes with pace, courage, and excellence, inspiring multi-disciplinary teams to come together towards a common vision. Julie received her undergraduate degree at the University of Ottawa, her Fellow from the Institute of Canadian Bankers, and her MBA from Dalhousie University.  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-barker-merz-9206a418/

Aligning corporate supply-chain management with sustainability objectives is a complex project, involving various groups and partners. Procurement is a key aspect. In the latest episode of Sustainability Leaders, Angela Adduci, Senior Advisor, BMO Climate Institute, hosts a conversation with two complementary perspectives on sustainable procurement. Nathan Cummins, Global Lead for Renewable Energy Markets at The Nature Conservancy, shares insights from a toolkit to help corporate buyers with clean energy procurement. Sherrie O'Doyle, Director, Sustainable Procurement & Value Growth, BMO Financial Group, offers her experience working with supply-chain partners.

In this special episode of the Vancouver Life Real Estate Podcast, we welcome Doug Porter, Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group, to provide unparalleled insights into Canada's economic landscape. With over 30 years of experience and a proven track record as one of the top economic forecasters in North America, Doug shares his expert analysis on the Bank of Canada's recent rate cut and its potential ripple effects across the economy, financial markets, and the Canadian housing sector.We dive into hot-button topics like the impact of immigration policy changes on housing affordability, the long-term economic consequences of tariffs, and the evolving lending landscape in Canada. Doug also unpacks how the so-called “mortgage renewal cliff” may not be as alarming as it sounds, highlighting how Canadians are adapting to higher interest rates.From analyzing regional housing trends—like Vancouver's surprising resilience compared to Toronto's cooling condo market—to exploring the broader implications of geopolitical tensions, this episode is packed with actionable insights for homeowners, investors, and anyone curious about Canada's economic outlook.Doug's practical advice for buyers, his predictions for interest rates, and his views on what Canada must do to foster economic stability make this an episode you don't want to miss. Whether you're planning your next real estate move or simply want to understand the forces shaping Canada's financial future, this conversation will leave you informed and inspired.Tune in now and gain a deeper understanding of the market trends that matter most. _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Grégoire Baillargeon, President, BMO Financial Group, Quebec, and Fred Lalonde, co-founder of Deep Sky, discuss why carbon removal technology solutions are urgently needed and the opportunities to scale them.

Out of approximately 5,000 lending institutions nationwide, Srikanth Geedipalli and the team at Experian have developed relationships with 3,000 of them, and the list continues to grow. As Senior Vice President of AI Product Management and Commercialization, Srikanth is spearheading the productization and democratization of data. In this episode, Srikanth explains how he promotes innovation at Experian, accounting for its size, role as a trusted brand, and regulated and compliance-oriented processes. He shares his career journey in three parts—banker, strategy executor, and AI and analytics executive—and how the positionalities create a full picture of the issues he's trying to solve. Srikanth shares how Experian has embraced its rich data history in building analytic and AI ecosystems that have made these resources more affordable to clients beyond the big banks.As a leader, Srikanth endorses the “crawl, walk, run” method on the boldest visions. He shares how to balance focusing on niche solutions and a wider vision. Srikanth discusses how he encourages his team to move as quickly as possible and how rapid innovation can continue to push boundaries and work symbiotically with approval chains and compliance.In discussing artificial intelligence, Srikanth shares how he sees the future of AI, specifically gen AI, its rapidly approaching role in all products, an anticipated boom of gen AI agents, and how to embrace the transformative technology in your life and for the next generation.(03:30) – Journey to Experian(05:45) – Productizing and democratizing data(09:26) – Innovation in a large organization(12:58) – Engendering trust and confidence(15:57) – Having a big vision(17:13) – Client profile(19:44) – Inspiration (21:19) – Acting like a small business(24:33) – Team incentives(28:28) – Where is gen AI heading? (31:30) – Gen AI agents(33:32) – What should you do?Srikanth Geedipalli is the Senior Vice President of AI Product Management and Commercialization at Experian. Previously, he served as Head of US Strategy at BMO Financial Group, a strategy consultant for McKinsey & Company, and an analytics leader at Capital One. Srikanth earned an MS in Biomedical Engineering from Cornell University and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.If you'd like to receive new episodes as they're published, please subscribe to Innovation and the Digital Enterprise in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a review in Apple Podcasts. It really helps others find the show.Podcast episode production by Dante32.

This week on The UpLevel Podcast, let's explore how coaching skills and competencies can be tailored to meet an organization's unique needs for achieving sustainable business results. Our guest is Moira Klein-Swormink, who brings her dynamic energy and extensive experience to our conversation on coaching within corporate environments. Moira shares her journey from working in Advertising alongside our host Christie at Cossette Communications in their early careers to becoming the principal of Canada Branch Development at Edward Jones. Pulling from 24 years of memories, Moira reflects on how coaching principles have been instrumental in her personal growth and a key driver for professional development and organizational success.Tune into this incredible episode and learn from one of the most confident and compassionate professionals in the coaching field. In This Episode:Hear Moira and Christie reminisce about their early careers and discover how Christie played as a coach for Moira during her formative years, helping her uncover authentic self-expression through personal exploration.Learn how coaching was introduced into Edward Jones and its impact on financial advisors.Hear about Coach U and their methodologies that differ from the Co-Active approach.Uncover the tactics employed by Moira to justify continued investment in coaching programs amidst various organizational challenges.Hear the strategies used by Edward Jones to apply coaching principles effectively within different contexts while maintaining alignment with company goals.Learn the importance of acknowledging emotions in the workplace and fine-tuning listening capabilities for better team dynamics.About Moira:Moira is a people-first, results-driven leader who is most satisfied when she is doing a million different things. She loves to learn and is constantly seeking ways to connect with others to gain exposure to new perspectives, activities, and opportunities – and to unlock hidden potential. Moira is passionate about people and possibilities – something that coaching has amplified for her throughout her career.Moira joined Edward Jones – a wealth management company – in January 2016, planning to stay for two years to build out the performance and coaching teams in Canada - that was 8 years ago! She became a partner at the firm in 2022 and currently leads Canada Branch Development. In this role, Moira is responsible for Practice Management Coaching & Consulting, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition & Learning for the Financial Advisors and Client Support Team Members across Canada. Prior to Jones, Moira worked at BMO Financial Group in various roles across the company. She left BMO and started a consulting, coaching & training practice to be around for her young children – and to gain exposure to new builder opportunities with start-ups in various fields.Moira's favorite work is raising three confident, compassionate, and capable children who she argues also help raise her!  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moiraks/

After the Bank of Canada hiked interest rates at an unprecedented pace the last couple of years, there's been a lot of talk about whether we'll be tipped into a recession. Now, as rates have finally started to come down, a lot of people are struggling. Unemployment's gone up, people are accumulating debt, and despite inflation cooling, everything still seems really expensive. So, it can start to feel like we're in a recession. But most experts aren't calling it one. So what is it? BMO Financial Group's chief economist Doug Porter joins us to talk about the state of the Canadian economy and how to make sense of it.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

In an era where digital agility is the name of the game, many legacy banks struggle to keep pace with nimble fintech competitors. However, some traditional institutions are rising to the challenge, and BMO, a 200-year-old bank with $1 trillion in assets, is a prime example. Brianna Elsass, Head of US Digital Servicing and Technology at BMO Financial Group has been a driving force behind BMO's digital transformation, leading the charge to build a digital-first mindset across the organization. On this episode of Banking Transformed, recorded live at the Financial Brand Forum, we dive into BMO's journey, exploring how Brianna and her team broke down silos, empowered agile teams, and digitized processes from end-to-end. We also discuss the key lessons learned along the way, and what it takes to foster a truly customer-centric, digital-first culture in banking. Finally, we discuss the impact communication has to build both positive customer and employee experiences. This episode of Banking Transformed is sponsored by Microsoft: Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. More at Microsoft.com/financialservices

In this episode of Deciphered, Adam Davis, expert associate partner at Bain & Company, is joined by Erin McCune, expert partner at Bain & Company, Ed McLaughlin, President and Chief Technology Officer at MasterCard, Sladjana Jovanovic, Chief Information Officer for the Canadian Personal Business Banking at BMO Financial Group, and Daragh Morrissey, director of AI at Microsoft Worldwide Financial Services, to discuss if the world is ready for AI and quantum's impact on payments.Timestamps:06:06 AI and Quantum: Is the World Ready for the Impact on Payments?12:19 Based on Bain's surveys on AI, are those expectations realistic? And what timeframe are we looking at?15:29 How will AI transform our experience with payments?18:32 How is Mastercard implementing AI to meet future expectations?21:05 How does the growth and maturation of accountability change as AI models develop?26:27 What are the most interesting use cases of AI?31:48 Quantum computing: What is it? And how will it impact us?37:01 How will quantum computing impact fraud?40:46 Who will be the biggest benefactors of quantum?45:36 How have partnerships effected POCs & go-to-market solutions?Please subscribe to the show so you never miss an episode, and leave us a review if you enjoy the show!You can find Adam Davis hereYou can find Erin McCune hereYou can find Ed McLaughlin hereYou can find Sladjana Jovanovic hereYou can find Daragh Morrissey hereFor more insights from the Deciphered podcast, visit the page on Bain's website

Learn more about Michael Wenderoth, Executive Coach: www.changwenderoth.comSHOW NOTES:In this engaging episode of 97% Effective, host Michael Wenderoth sits down with Stefania 'Stef' Mancini, GM and VP of Product at Intuit Canada's Consumer Business. Stef shares why she left a fulfilling career in marketing and advertising, and the transformative steps she took at Intuit that enabled her and her team to achieve three years of unprecedented double-digit growth. We discuss how to take big risks; how to get people excited – even when you miss the mark; and the art of blending authenticity with corporate politics. Stef's got advice for how women can lean in without losing their humanity, more than a few sports analogies -- and even some dark humor, sharing the wisdom gained when she thought about work on her death bed (it's not what you think).Stef had a stellar career – but still wanted to do moreKeys to finding the missing link between where she wanted to be and could be – and where she actually was“Sitting in stagnation [for me] was worse than failure”How Stef pursued and landed her job at Intuit (they move fast!)How Stef was able to build important relationships -- despite not meeting anyone in corporate or on her team in person for her first 18 monthsHow Stef reconciled the dissonance of wanting to be be authentic and direct with “playing politics”Old Stef vs new Stef: how she went from pushing to be right -- to understand what success looks like for someone elseGoing about getting a mentor and sponsor (and the difference between the two)Getting a sponsor: luck of the draw or can you land one without a magical first connection?“Be a racehorse that can deliver”: the building block of being somone that top people will sponsorThe benefits of checking in with no reason, using Slack to let people know you notice themGolf, baseball, formula one, and sports: what Stef means when she says “take big swings”“Take big risks fearlessly”: How Stef took a risk and strong stand that was unpopularPutting Canada on the map: Using a failure to unlock new insights and change the paradigm of what the company could doStef's view on how women can navigate challenges: “Don't just walk away” but think about if changing your approach might yield a different response“If the idea of failure is not the thing that stops you, then everything is an experiment.”The impact of stage 4 cancerOn her deathbed, Stef DID think about work (and how that provided clarity)Delivery is important, but how to package that up in a meaningful wayHow to get people excited, even when you miss the markPeople want to support others – and work for others – that are driving change and making good things happenExecutive Presence: how to bring energy and what most people are afraid to doHow to pronounce Stefania? The hilarious story you will never forgetLightning round! Stef on what non-Canadians need to know about Canada; the next luminary she WILL meet; where to eat in Toronto; and what English lit we should all readWhy it is critical that more women have a seat at the table, as AI shapes the next revolution BIO AND LINKS:Stefania Mancini is General Manager for Intuit Consumer Group Canada, overseeing all product, marketing and revenue generating activities for TurboTax and Credit Karma in Canada. Intuit Consumer Group Canada provides AI enabled technology solutions and professional expert services to help over 5 million Canadians power prosperity. Prior to joining Intuit Consumer Group Canada, Stefania spent two decades in leadership roles at Klick Health, Say Media, Rogers Media, BMO Financial Group and AGF Funds Inc. She holds her degree in English literature and history from the University of Toronto. Stef is a Stage IV cancer survivor and has an amazing blended family, four children, with her husband Anthony.Intuit Canada: https://www.intuit.com/ca/Stef on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefaniamancini/Stef featured on Women of Influence: https://tinyurl.com/3ryda7wsStef named as Intuit Canada GM: https://strategyonline.ca/2023/05/18/in-brief-intuits-head-marketer-now-its-gm/Radical Candor concept: https://a.co/d/dXkgspDShe recommends you read Alexander Pope: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/alexander-popeMichael's book, Get Promoted: https://tinyurl.com/453txk74Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Host Steven Overly is in Canada this week for The US-Canada Summit, hosted by BMO Financial Group and Eurasia Group — and it got him thinking about another Canadian who's been on the podcast before: Canadian computer scientist Yoshua Bengio. Bengio has been dubbed one of the “godfathers of AI,” although he's not exactly thrilled about the title. Still, Bengio devoted most of his professional life to making AI smarter. But now, he wants to prevent AI from destroying humanity. On POLITICO Tech, Bengio tells host Steven Overly about his professional pivot and what policy changes he's pushing for around the world.

There is no better time to prepare for your search for a board position than in the seasons of life leading up to it. And with 30% of those on public company boards now being women, there are more resources than ever to prepare you and stories from other women who have already made the journey to learn from. Join us for a replay of our recent Linkedin Live with Kimberley Goode where she shares  the blend of industry expertise, strategic networking, and impactful initiatives that paved the way for her recent board appointment. This week's episode 113 of How Women Inspire Podcast is about preparing for the boardroom and strategies for success as a board member! In this episode of How Women Inspire Podcast, Kimberley Goode shares the importance of networking before you're ready to be on a board and actionable steps you can take right now to prepare yourself for your search for a board seat. Kimberley Goode is the Chief Communications and Social Impact Officer of BMO Financial Group and a board director at Providence Health Plan. She is a leader with passion for stakeholder engagement strategies, integrated communication, reputation management, brand building, corporate social responsibility, culture, diversity and inclusion. Kimberley has been recognized on the Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business list by the San Francisco Business Times, as one of the Most Influential Blacks in Corporate America by Savoy magazine, and many others.Some of the talking points Julie and Kimberley go over in this episode include:Living by the How Women Lead credo.The importance of relationships and accountability in board service.Prioritizing board service based on stage and season of life.The need for diverse perspectives on boards to avoid recreating institutional biases in the changing world.You can head to the How Women Lead Linkedin page to catch the original conversation!Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about How Women Inspire at https://www.howwomenlead.com/podcast CONNECT WITH KIMBERLEY GOODE:LinkedInCONNECT WITH JULIE CASTRO ABRAMS:LinkedIn - JulieHow Women LeadHow Women InvestHow Women GiveInstagram - HWLLinkedIn - HWLFacebook - HWLJoin us for Get On Board Week from October 16-20, 2023. Registration is now open at https://www.howwomenlead.com/getonboard

Meet Rose Patten, one of Canada's pre-eminent business and strategic thinkers. We talk about her life, stellar career, role as Chancellor of the University of Toronto, and her book, Intentional Leadership, filled with insights on strategy and leadership that you need to hear again, or for the first time, in my interview from spring 2023.In this episode, Meet Rose Patten, O.C., one of Canada's pre-eminent business and strategic thinkers, special advisor to the CEO at BMO, inductee to the Hall of Fame of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women, honorary colonel of the Canadian Forces College, and 34th Chancellor of the University of Toronto.  Rose is the author of Intentional Leadership: The Big 8 Capabilities Setting Leaders Apart. We chatted in person at her UofT offices to explore the principles and concepts of leadership well articulated in her popular new book.About RoseRose Patten is Special Advisor to the CEO and Senior Executives at BMO Financial Group. In this role she partners with and advises Group Heads on select strategies with a particular emphasis on strategy execution, leadership development and succession for top leaders.Rose's career has spanned the four financial sectors - banking, trust, insurance and investment banking - with responsibilities for Canada, U.S. Europe and Asia. Previous key roles at BMO include Head of Strategy (Senior Executive President), Global Head of Human Resources (Senior Executive President), Senior Vice President of Corporate Services and the first woman member and long-time Member of the Bank's Executive Committee. Earlier roles include Executive Vice President of BMO Nesbitt Burns, Senior Vice President of Manulife and General Manager of Lloyds Bank Canada.Rose Patten was named the Chancellor of the University of Toronto in May of 2018. She is also an Adjunct Professor at Rotman School of Management, teaching Senior Leadership, Talent and Succession, and Governance. She is member of Massey College, Honorary Patron of Kings College Circle Heritage Society and a member of the Boundless Campaign Cabinet. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree for Corporate Leadership and a University Program has been named in her honour - The Rose Patten Leadership Program.Directorships:Chair of the Board of Directors of Hospital for Sick Children (2014-2017)Chair of Governance and H.R. Committee, BMO ChinaCo (Asia) (2009-2017)Chair of Governing Council, University of Toronto (2004-2007)Chair of Task Force on Governance (2007-2010)Director of Board and H.R. Committee of MetrolinxDirector of Videotron, National Ballet of Canada, and Heart and Stoke FoundationAppointed Officer of the Order of Canada (2017)Honorary Doctor of Laws for Corporate Leadership - University of Toronto (2009)Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Medal (2012)Woman of Distinction - YWCA for Corporate Leadership (2008)Lifetime Achievement (first time granted) by Canadian H.R. Industry (2014)University of Toronto Arbor Award for Outstanding Service and the Tony Graham Award for Outstanding AchievementConsistently recognized as one of Canada's most powerful women and one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking by U.S Banker Magazine  About MichaelMichael is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc. and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada and the Bank of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, Today's Shopping Choice and Pandora Jewellery. Michael has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions with C-level executives and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels. ReThink Retail has added Michael to their prestigious Top Retail Experts list for 2024 for the third year in a row.Michael is also the president of Maven Media, producing a network of leading trade podcasts, including Canada's top retail industry podcast, The Voice of Retail. He produces and co-hosts Remarkable Retail with best-selling author Steve Dennis, now ranked one of the top retail podcasts in the world. Based in San Francisco, Global eCommerce Leaders podcast explores global cross-border issues and opportunities for eCommerce brands and retailers. Last but not least, Michael is the producer and host of the "Last Request Barbeque" channel on YouTube, where he cooks meals to die for - and collaborates with top brands as a food and product influencer across North America.

BMO Senior Economist Sal Guatieri is joined by Doug Porter, Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group, to discuss the impact that the labour market, food prices and energy costs are having on inflation in both Canada and the United States, as well as when interest rates may finally start to come down. Visit BMO.com/onlineinvesting for more information and to learn how you can start investing today.

I'm thrilled to have Rochelle Gorey, founder and CEO of fintech startup Springfour, and Anuj Vohra, Head of North American Collections at BMO Financial Group on the Banking Transformed podcast. We'll be exploring BMO's partnership with Springfour to move beyond transactions and debt collection by linking customers with financial resources. This innovative collaboration aims to show empathy, build loyalty, and strengthen financial health, making banking truly work better for consumers through mission-aligned innovations. This discussion will make it clear that combining capabilities for economies of technology and empathy can construct a brighter future for customers and institutions alike.

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of economics and financial forecasting with none other than Doug Porter, a luminary with over three decades of experience in analyzing global economies and financial markets. As the Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group and the mastermind behind the influential publication 'Talking Points', Doug not only shapes the macroeconomic and financial market forecasts but also leads a team celebrated for its precision in forecasting, clinching the #1 spot across notable awards and surveys. From starting his illustrious career at the Bank of Canada to becoming a revered voice in economic commentary, Doug's journey is nothing short of inspirational. His insights have not only earned accolades but have also made him a sought-after commentator in the press and on air. Stay tuned as we explore the mind and motivations of the man who's been at the forefront of economic forecasting, offering a rare glimpse into the intricacies of financial markets and what it takes to lead a team to the pinnacle of success in the challenging world of economic analysis.In this episode we explore the nuances of Canada's economy and its direct impact on the real estate market. Porter, with his three decades of experience, provides a comprehensive overview of the current economic landscape, noting a significant reduction in inflation from over 8% in the summer of 2022 to around 3%. He attributes this decrease to effective monetary policies that have managed to curb inflation without precipitating a recession. Despite this success, Porter forecasts modest growth for the Canadian economy, primarily due to the lingering effects of recent interest rate hikes, projecting a modest real GDP growth.Porter also delves into the future of interest rates, suggesting potential cuts in the latter half of the year, given the downward trend in inflation and the economy's modest growth. He highlights the significant influence of mortgage interest costs on inflation, suggesting that future rate cuts could alleviate some of this pressure. On the topic of the housing market and affordability, Porter discusses the resilience of Canada's real estate market amidst high interest rates and addresses concerns about the "renewal cliff" of mortgages due for renewal in 2025 and 2026. He downplays these concerns, expressing confidence in the market's ability to adjust to these challenges.The conversation also touches on global economic factors, such as supply chain disruptions in the Red Sea, and their potential impact on inflation. Porter believes these factors will not drastically alter the inflation landscape, emphasizing that the primary drivers of inflation are now services, housing, and wages rather than goods. Looking ahead to 2024, Porter identifies opportunities in the tech sector and resource industries, particularly mining, driven by the global push towards decarbonization. He acknowledges the inherent risks and uncertainties in economic forecasting, especially in the current volatile environment, but remains optimistic about Canada's economic resilience and the potential for growth in specific sectors.The interview with Doug Porter offers invaluable insights into Canada's economic prospects and the interplay between economic policies, global factors, and the real estate market.  _________________________________ Contact Us To Book Your Private Consultation:

Grégoire Baillargeon, President, BMO Financial Group, Quebec, Jonathan Hackett, Vice Chair, BMO Capital Markets, and George Sutherland, Senior Advisor to the BMO Climate Institute, sat down with and to discuss key developments at COP28 and what they mean for the future of sustainable finance and the energy transition.

The indirect auto lending landscape continues to shift as BMO Financial Group exited indirect auto lending Friday following layoffs while the UAW went on strike against the Detroit legacy manufacturers. In this episode of the “Weekly Wrap,” Deputy Editor Amanda Harris, Senior Associate Editor Riley Wolfbauer and Associate Editor Johnnie Martinez discuss the top stories for the week ended Sept. 15 and what to expect in the week ahead. 

On today's episode, I'm talking to marketing and sponsorship expert Amy C. Potter about managing and mentoring. Amy is currently the Director of North American Sponsorships with BMO Financial Group. She teaches us what marketing and sponsorship in business and sports is all about. Amy's career started on the property side, where she worked at UVA, the University of Maryland, and Northwestern, honing her skills and helping to bring brands to life within the context of college sports. Now at BMO, working on the brand side of marketing, she's considering proposals from teams in the NBA, NHL, and the NWSL and evaluating how the relationship can benefit both the team and the brand. At work, Amy is committed to managing her team members on an individual basis, allowing each to bring their strengths to the job. She also founded the Chicago chapter of WISE, Women in Sports and Entertainment, as a way of creating a place for women to help one another navigate the historically-male field of business in sports. We talk about:Hiring people who aren't just bright and talented but are a good fit for team culture.Keeping an open dialogue among women in your field about salaries and negotiations. Celebrating our wins by keeping a record and using them to write the stories we tell ourselves.You can find the show notes and more resources at https://madamathlete.comKeep an eye out for new content or let us know what you'd like to see next by following us on social:Instagram: @theMadamAthleteFacebook: @MadamAthleteTwitter: @MadamAthlete

Embarking on an enchanting expedition through the corridors of business acumen, we unveil the extraordinary journey of Ben Boyer, a seasoned venture capitalist whose path took him from the sun-soaked streets of Los Angeles to the thriving heart of the tech realm. His latest venture, R-Zero, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Caisse de Depot et Placement du Quebec, BMO Financial Group, Qualcomm Ventures, and DBL Partners.

Chief Executive Officer at BMO Financial Group, Darryl White, addresses the audience at the US-Canada Summit, hosted by BMO and the geopolitical risk advisory firm Eurasia Group, to highlight the changing dynamics of trade, food, energy security, the environment (and more) in North America as the world order experiences its greatest shifts in decades. 

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Housing Affordability and Supply: How Governments Can Help With interest rates at the highest levels in more than a decade, Canadians are facing real challenges in the housing market. All levels of government can help ensure the dream of homeownership remains available to Canadians. We're going to talk about how. ​​​​​​​Join the Empire Club for a panel discussion with Lauren van den Berg, CEO and President of Mortgage Professionals Canada; Doug Porter, Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group and Tim Hudak, CEO and President of OREA on this issue that impacts all Canadians. Speakers: Tim Hudak, President & CEO, Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) Douglas Porter, Chief Economist, BMO Lauren van den Berg, President & CEO, Mortgage Professionals Canada Moderator: Elaine Taylor, President, Mortgage Alliance *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*

The mainstream banks are facing massive disruption due to the rise of fintechs, forcing them to speed up digital transformation. Leading those efforts at BMO Financial Group is Greg Brown, whose mandate is to change how the bank does business. 

Welcome to The Voice of Retail podcast. My name is Michael LeBlanc, and I am your host, I believe in the power of storytelling to bring the retail industry to life. I'll bring insights, perspectives and experiences from some of the retail industry's most innovative and influential voices each week. This podcast is produced in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada.In this episode Meet Rose Patten, O.C., one of Canada's pre-eminent business and strategic thinkers, special advisor to the CEO at BMO, an inductee to the Hall of Fame of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women, an honorary colonel of the Canadian Forces College and the 34th Chancellor of the University of Toronto.  Rose is now the author of Intentional Leadership: The Big 8 Capabilities Setting Leaders Apart. We chatted in person at her UofT offices to explore the principles and concepts of leadership well articulated in her popular new book.About RoseRose Patten is Special Advisor to the CEO and Senior Executives at BMO Financial Group. In this role she partners with and advises Group Heads on select strategies with a particular emphasis on strategy execution, leadership development and succession for top leaders.Rose's career has spanned the four financial sectors - banking, trust, insurance and investment banking - with responsibilities for Canada, U.S. Europe and Asia.  Previous key roles at BMO include Head of Strategy (Senior Executive President), Global Head of Human Resources (Senior Executive President), Senior Vice President of Corporate Services and the first woman member and long-time Member of the Bank's Executive Committee. Earlier roles include Executive Vice President of BMO Nesbitt Burns, Senior Vice President of Manulife and General Manager of Lloyds Bank Canada.Rose Patten was named the Chancellor of the University of Toronto in May of 2018. She is also an Adjunct Professor at Rotman School of Management, teaching Senior Leadership, Talent and Succession, and Governance.  She is member of Massey College, Honorary Patron of Kings College Circle Heritage Society and a member of the Boundless Campaign Cabinet. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree for Corporate Leadership and a University Program has been named in her honour - The Rose Patten Leadership Program.Directorships:Chair of the Board of Directors of Hospital for Sick Children (2014-2017)Chair of Governance and H.R. Committee, BMO ChinaCo (Asia) (2009-2017)Chair of Governing Council, University of Toronto (2004-2007)Chair of Task Force on Governance (2007-2010)Director of Board and H.R. Committee of MetrolinxDirector of Videotron, National Ballet of Canada, and Heart and Stoke FoundationAppointed Officer of the Order of Canada (2017)Honorary Doctor of Laws for Corporate Leadership - University of Toronto (2009)Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Medal (2012)Woman of Distinction - YWCA for Corporate Leadership (2008)Lifetime Achievement (first time granted) by Canadian H.R. Industry (2014)University of Toronto Arbor Award for Outstanding Service and the Tony Graham Award for Outstanding AchievementConsistently recognized as one of Canada's most powerful women and one of the 25 Most Powerful Women in Banking by U.S Banker MagazineAbout Michael Michael is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc. and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada and the Bank of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, Today's Shopping Choice and Pandora Jewellery.   Michael has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions with C-level executives and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels. ReThink Retail has added Michael to their prestigious Top Global Retail Influencers list for 2023 for the third year in a row. Michael is also the president of Maven Media, producing a network of leading trade podcasts, including Canada's top retail industry podcast, The Voice of Retail. He produces and co-hosts Remarkable Retail with best-selling author Steve Dennis, now ranked one of the top retail podcasts in the world. Based in San Francisco, Global eCommerce Leaders podcast explores global cross-border issues and opportunities for eCommerce brands and retailers. Last but not least, Michael is the producer and host of the "Last Request Barbeque" channel on YouTube, where he cooks meals to die for - and collaborates with top brands as a food and product influencer across North America.

Chief Executive Officer at BMO Financial Group, Darryl White, participated in a great panel discussion at the World Economic Forum to discuss the economic implications of a rapidly-aging society, including why life stages like education milestones, developing your career, finding a home, or planning for retirement are changing.

“Canada, and our North American partners, can come out on top in the 21st century – but only if we can clearly identify our strengths, focus our efforts on the most strategic natural advantages we have, and embrace a common ambition for what can be achieved,” says Darryl White, CEO of BMO Financial Group.

In this episode of IN Tune, we are joined by Doug Morrow, ESG Analyst; Rachel Walsh, Carbon Innovation Analyst; Saj Shapiro, Head, BMO Radicle; and Chelsea Bryant, Managing Director, Trading, BMO Radicle, discuss the interplay between BMO Radicle, energy transition, and the world of carbon credits. In December 2022, BMO Financial Group completed its acquisition of Radicle, expanding the bank's carbon credit development capabilities and its footprint in the environmental commodity market, and deepening its commitment to help clients understand and assess energy transition risks and opportunities. In 40 minutes we run through the basics of carbon trading and pricing, Radicle's expertise in developing offsets, trading, and advisory, as well as our panelists' outlook for 2023 carbon markets. Episode transcript: https://research-ca.bmocapitalmarkets.com/documents/DF504F7B-36E2-4E16-9A5B-75E6BDF8C863.PDF To access our full disclosures, please visit: https://researchglobal0.bmocapitalmarkets.com/public-disclosure/

In this week's episode, Eric talks to Maja Neable, Senior Vice President, Chief Marketing Officer Banking & Chief Data & Analytics Officer at BMO Financial Group about let's say… one of the more innovative marketing campaigns we've seen recently! In spring 2022 BMO decided to tap in to the gaming community by creating a discord to help educate and advice this community on personal finance matters. There is a lot of insight into how you create an innovative environment for your team, and how to navigate meet your customers where they are - they might even be on the discord!Scratch is a production of Rival, a marketing consultancy that builds challenger brands, strategies, and capabilities to change categories. Today's episode was produced by Leanne Kilroy and hosted by Eric Fulwiler. Find Rival online at www.wearerival.com, LinkedIn, Twitter. Find Eric on LinkedIn and tweet him @efulwiler.Say hi at media@wearerival.com, we'd love to hear from you. Smart link: https://link.chtbl.com/scratch-Additional links:https://www.bmo.com/main/personalRecent newsBMO twitch activation, BMO NXT LVLBMO turns rainbows into bank deposits for at-risk LGBTQ+BMO and Scotia are the ‘most attractive' bank stocksBMO first Canadian financial institution to launch ‘True Name' by MastercardSpoken about on the showhttps://knix.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/SydneyCummings

Managing people is not easy. Not everyone thrives when leading a team. That is certainly not the case for Amy Potter, Director of North American Sponsorships for BMO Financial Group.  Amy, who works at the intersection of sports and finance, talks all about what it takes to lead a high-achieving team without getting in their way.  Listen in as Amy shares the secrets of: How she manages her team as individuals  Why she believes in the power of spending more time upfront when it comes to getting your team right Why you need to go out of your “safety network” to find diverse talent  How to approach the interview process and what will help you stand out  How she and her team approach mental health    Connect with Jahaan:  Learn more about working with Jahaan and see if it's the right fit for you: https://JahaanBlakeAppointmentScheduling.as.me/LetsTalk Join Jahaan's VIP Email List: https://bit.ly/3yccwAP  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jahaanblake/ Email: jblake@jahaanblake.com Website: https://jahaanblake.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jahaanblake/   Connect with Amy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-c-potter-9616b51/  Amy Potter serves as Director of North American Sponsorships for BMO Financial Group, a leading North American financial services organization. Amy is responsible for leading the sponsorship properties across the U.S. and Canadian footprint. Before joining BMO, Amy led corporate partnership strategy, sales and marketing efforts at several prestigious universities, including the University of Virginia, the University of Maryland and Northwestern University, where she served as one of two female General Managers in Division I college athletics in charge of all corporate marketing and partnership programs for Northwestern Athletics. Amy started her career with Home Team Sports (HTS), the regional sports network for the Mid-Atlantic, covering the Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Ravens, Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals. During her years with HTS, Amy was responsible for the network's promotions, website and day-to-day execution of television marketing programs for each team. Amy earned her bachelor's degree in business from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia.  Involved in the community, Amy's “spare” time is spent serving as a Chicago Advisory Board Member for Women in Sports and Events and volunteers for various Chicagoland non-profit organizations.

Banks and credit unions are challenged to fill job openings as they go up against fintechs and other competitors in a tight labor market. Craig Alexander, head of talent acquisition at BMO Financial Group, tells us about their new hiring program focused on a population segment looking for opportunity.

This Episode is Sponsored By: BMO Harris Bank “Hedged optimism” was the major theme of BMO's 17th annual Global Farm to Market Conference. To provide additional insights from the May conference, Erica Kuhlmann, managing director at BMO Harris Bank's Food, Consumer, and Agribusiness Group, joins The Food Institute Podcast to discuss industry optimism and other event takeaways, including the rise of ESG principles and declining influence of plant-based and controlled-environment agriculture. More About Erica Kuhlmann: Erica T. Kuhlmann is a Managing Director and Market Executive of BMO Harris Bank's Food, Consumer and Agribusiness Group. The Food, Consumer and Agribusiness Group focuses on building banking relationships with mid market companies in the industry sector. Erica is a thirty plus year veteran of BMO Financial Group, having served in various leadership roles throughout her tenure at the bank. She has worked with agribusiness companies, branded and private label food manufacturers, front line commodity processors, protein processors, input suppliers, wholesale distributors and grocery chains throughout her career, providing banking services, capital and advice to companies in the sector. Erica holds a BA from Northwestern University and an MBA from the Booth School of Management at the University of Chicago. She is a board member of IFAMA, the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association, Chicagoland Food and Beverage Network and Naturally Chicago. BMO Harris is a full-service corporate bank, providing a complete range of financing alternatives tailored to a company's unique needs, including syndicate loan facilities, working capital financing, capital expansion financing, and asset securitization. The bank provides customized tools and services to manage a company's day-to-day capital management, including treasury management services, interest rate risk management, foreign exchange and commodity price risk management. Thanks to Our Sponsor: BMO Harris Bank BMO Harris Bank's Food, Consumer, and Agribusiness Group: whether you're a producer, processor, retailer or distributor, every company throughout the food continuum needs a financial partner that understands the factors that can impact their business. From emerging consumer trends and industry consolidation, to commodity fluctuations and economic cyclicality, BMO's experienced team of specialists understands the issues affecting your company, and they use that knowledge to develop tailored solutions that address your needs and helps you achieve your vision. To learn more about how they can help, or for more coverage of the Farm to Market Conference, please visit http://www.bmoharris.com/food. Mentioned in this Episode: Building an ESG Business Case: https://foodinstitute.com/podcast/building-an-esg-business-case/

Mona describes how her role as CHRO helped BMO Financial Group create and bring to life their purpose statement, to Boldly Grow the Good. Mona shares how, in turn, the purpose statement helps design and deliver people strategies. Mona advocates that HR practitioners build expertise across a broad range of HR areas and discusses HR skill sets that business needs today. Describing her passion for learning, personal growth and opportunity for all, Mona also summarises integrated opportunities that support customers, communities and diverse employees. Asking you to believe in the huge impact of the HR profession, and in yourself as an agent of change, Mona calls on you to reflect on your own passions and purpose, and how you can connect with like-minded people - because when that happens, enormous things are possible! Here's a snapshot of a few things we talked about: [3:20] Creating and bringing a purpose statement to life   [9:15] More needs to be done – an exciting future and the role of financial services [12:40] HR skill sets to achieve BMO's purpose [15:00] Building out HR expertise across different areas of HR [18:30] Learning, personal growth and opportunity for all [22:20] Advancement of women and the Canadian indigenous community [26:50] Mindset: believing in the huge impact of HR and yourself as an agent of change.        Referenced resources Cutting Edge Parental & Family Leave Policy and Practice BMO Financial Group purpose statement Leadership Character Framework from Ivey University “I love How HR Leaders Change the World” – if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us achieve our goal, to reach more of your peers, so we can all contribute to further and faster change. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review”. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We'll add a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow How HR Leaders Change the World today! 

Rolebot, Inc. raised $4.5 million for its AI-powered job board for top-tier, passive talent —investors include Jason Calacanis, and the LAUNCH fund. https://hrtechfeed.com/rolebot-raises-4-5-million-for-its-ai-powered-job-board/ WorkHound, a platform for the employee feedback management space, announced today that it has completed a $12 million Series A fundraising round. The capital, will be used by WorkHound to add to its employee headcount, expand product offerings, and grow its presence in trucking and additional supply chain verticals. https://hrtechfeed.com/employee-feedback-tool-raises-12-million/ Bambee, the company that lets small to medium-sized businesses outsource the human respources, announced a $30 million dollar Series C round, bringing its total funding to $65 million. The investments will be deployed across four areas: Bambee Guided Payroll and HR Autopilot products, adding new customer benefits, expanding customer and HR manager teams to deliver world class service, and growing engineering teams. https://hrtechfeed.com/hr-outsourcing-company-bambee-raises-30m-series-c/ Stand Together Ventures Lab (STVL3, LLC) announced an investment in Honest Jobs, a leading national job platform focusing on fair chance employment which launched back in 2019. The investment amounts to $1.5M seed financing round. https://www.jobboardsecrets.com/2022/03/14/fair-chance-hiring-platform-lands-funding/   Job search platform Talent.com, announced a $120 million US Series B funding round led by Inovia Capital, ..This brings total recent investments to $150 million US, including $30 million US in new debt financing from the Technology & Innovation Banking Group at BMO Financial Group.  https://hrtechfeed.com/talent-com-raises-120-million-us-series-b/

Robert Kavcic, senior economist, BMO Financial Group

This week Chrissy Wozniak is joined by Karen Taylor, Director of Corporate Finance at BMO Financial Group and Professor in the Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE) program at The University of British Columbia.The MFRE is a 1-year masters program that combines features of an MBA program and a MA degree in Economics. It incorporates Economics, Policy and Business aspects within the Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental sectors, helping students acquire a specialized understanding of these sectors, and propelling them to pursue careers in academia, consulting, finance management and entrepreneurship.To learn more about the MFRE program at UBC, visit their website here.The Women in Agribusiness (WIA) Summit annually convenes over 800 of the country's female agribusiness decision-makers. The 2022 WIA Summit, September 26-28 in Dallas, TX includes presentations from Cargill's Corporate Senior Vice President, Animal Health & Nutrition, Ruth Kimmelshue; Marco Orioli, VP of Global Grain & Processing for EMEA, CHS; and Brooke Appleton of the NCGA. Learn more at https://agr.fyi/wia_register. FIRA USA 18-20 OCT. 2022 (FRESNO-CA): The only 3-day event dedicated to the California and North America market for autonomous agriculture and agricultural robotics solutions.Learn More at https://agr.fyi/fira

Douglas Porter, Chief Economist at BMO Financial Group

The story of Caroline Tsai begins on a chicken farm 40 miles outside of Sao Paulo, Brazil. When she turned 5, her family traded in a life devoted to 20,000 chickens for a life in the big apple. Now Asian-American, her parents had but one expectation for her: become a doctor. It turned out that fate had other plans. Upon taking her first political science class, Caroline became enamored with the idea of going into law. Following tenures at both Bank of America and BMO Financial Group, she became the Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary at Western Union, where she is committed to fostering innovation in the fintech industry and mentoring the next generation of Asian-American lawyers. We discuss:  - What law schools can learn from business schools - The importance of stretching yourself - How the legal function helps drive innovation, especially in Fintech - Paying it forward through DEI initiatives and mentoring the next generation Hear more stories by subscribing to Innovative Legal Leadership on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or any podcast platform. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for Innovative Legal Leadership in your favorite podcast player.

Josh Epstein, Head, Corporate Sponsorships for BMO Financial Group, explores making changes to strategy and tactics to keep partnerships fresh, relevant and delivering against short- and long-term objectives. For more information on the TicketManager Partner Summit, click here.

This Episode of the Food Institute Podcast is Sponsored by: BMO Dive into the key themes from the 16th Annual BMO Farm to Market Conference with Erica Kuhlmann during her first appearance on the Food Institute Podcast. Kuhlmann, who serves as Managing Director and Market Executive of BMO Harris Bank's Food, Consumer and Agribusiness Group, discusses how many consumers are now searching for “food with a purpose.” Additionally, she discusses the rising labor challenges across various food sectors, and the long-term concerns surrounding inflation. The conversation also covers AI and automation, and the growing importance of the ESG agenda in the marketplace. Hosted By: Brian Choi More About Erica Kuhlmann: Erica T. Kuhlmann is a Managing Director and Market Executive of BMO Harris Bank's Food, Consumer and Agribusiness Group. The Food, Consumer and Agribusiness Group focuses on building banking relationships with mid-market companies in the industry sector. Erica is a thirty-plus-year veteran of BMO Financial Group, having served in various leadership roles throughout her tenure at the bank. She has worked with agribusiness companies, branded and private label food manufacturers, front line commodity processors, protein processors, input suppliers, wholesale distributors and grocery chains throughout her career, providing banking services, capital and advice to companies in the sector. Erica holds a BA from Northwestern University and an MBA from the Booth School of Management at the University of Chicago. She is a board member of IFAMA, the International Food and Agribusiness Management Association, Chicagoland Food and Beverage Network and Naturally Chicago. BMO Harris is a full-service corporate bank, providing a complete range of financing alternatives tailored to a company's unique needs, including syndicate loan facilities, working capital financing, capital expansion financing, and asset securitization. The bank provides customized tools and services to manage a company's day-to-day capital management, including treasury management services, interest rate risk management, foreign exchange and commodity price risk management. Thanks to Our Sponsor: BMO Whether you're a producer, processor, retailer or distributor, every company throughout the food continuum needs a financial partner that understands the factors that can impact their business. From emerging consumer trends and industry consolidation, to commodity fluctuations and economic cyclicality, BMO's experienced team of specialists understands the issues affecting your company and uses that knowledge to develop tailored solutions that address your needs and helps you achieve your vision. To learn more about how they can help, visit http://www.bmoharris.com/food. To learn more about BMO, please visit: http://www.bmoharris.com/food

With the reopening trade well under way, Fred Demers and Brittany Baumann of the Multi-Asset Solutions Team dive deeper into recent changes made in the portfolio. From commodity prices to China's “first in, first out” role in the pandemic, they break down the core drivers for an overweight position on Canadian equities, a neutral stance on US and Emerging Markets, and an overall tilt away from fixed income. They also discuss the recent Canadian federal budget announcement, and what it means for multi-asset investors.  Speakers: Fred Demers, Director, Multi-Asset Solutions Team; Brittany Baumann, Associate Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Solutions Team                                                                                                                                       Disclosures The viewpoints expressed by the Portfolio Manager represent their assessment of the markets at the time of publication. Those views are subject to change without notice at any time without any kind of notice. The information contained herein is not, and should not be construed as, investment, tax or legal advice to any party. Investments should be evaluated relative to the individual's investment objectives and professional advice should be obtained with respect to any circumstance. Any statement that necessarily depends on future events may be a forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. They involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Although such statements are based on assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, there can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from expectations. Investors are cautioned not to rely unduly on any forward-looking statements. In connection with any forward-looking statements, investors should carefully consider the areas of risk described in the most recent simplified prospectus. BMO Global Asset Management is the brand name for various affiliated entities of BMO Financial Group that provide investment management, and trust and custody services. BMO Global Asset Management comprises BMO Asset Management Inc., BMO Investments Inc., BMO Asset Management Corp., BMO Asset Management Limited and BMO's specialized investment management firms. Certain of the products and services offered under the brand name, BMO Global Asset Management are designed specifically for various categories of investors in a number of different countries and regions and may not be available to all investors. Products and services are only offered to such investors in those countries and regions in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. BMO Financial Group is a service mark of Bank of Montreal (BMO). ®/™Registered trade-marks/trade-mark of Bank of Montreal, used under licence.

At the start of the new quarter, Steven Shepherd and Brittany Baumann of the Multi-Asset Solutions Team offer a timely update on their portfolio strategy, explaining which positions could benefit in a reopening trade – and beyond. Our experts dive deep into equities and fixed income, discussing their views on regional allocation, persistent strength in small caps and rising bond yields. They also touch on recent economic data from the US and Canada, which may foreshadow market movements yet to come.  Speakers: Steven Shepherd, Director and Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Solutions Team; Brittany Baumann, Associate Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Solutions Team   Disclosures: The viewpoints expressed by the Portfolio Manager represent their assessment of the markets at the time of publication. Those views are subject to change without notice at any time without any kind of notice. The information contained herein is not, and should not be construed as, investment, tax or legal advice to any party. Investments should be evaluated relative to the individual's investment objectives and professional advice should be obtained with respect to any circumstance.  Any statement that necessarily depends on future events may be a forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. They involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Although such statements are based on assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, there can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from expectations. Investors are cautioned not to rely unduly on any forward-looking statements. In connection with any forward-looking statements, investors should carefully consider the areas of risk described in the most recent simplified prospectus. BMO Global Asset Management is the brand name for various affiliated entities of BMO Financial Group that provide investment management, and trust and custody services. BMO Global Asset Management comprises BMO Asset Management Inc., BMO Investments Inc., BMO Asset Management Corp., BMO Asset Management Limited and BMO's specialized investment management firms. Certain of the products and services offered under the brand name, BMO Global Asset Management are designed specifically for various categories of investors in a number of different countries and regions and may not be available to all investors. Products and services are only offered to such investors in those countries and regions in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. BMO Financial Group is a service mark of Bank of Montreal (BMO). ®/™Registered trade-marks/trade-mark of Bank of Montreal, used under licence. 

Bond markets have been a trouble spot in recent weeks, as inflation fears drive a sharp increase in long-term yields. Should investors reduce their duration risk and seek shelter elsewhere? Or should they hold steady, and wait for the storm to pass? In this episode, Steve Shepherd and Brittany Baumann of the Multi-Asset Solutions Team offer valuable insights about the road ahead, taking a closer look at the credibility of inflation anxiety and offering inflation-hedging strategies to help safeguard the portfolio. Speakers: Stephen Shepherd, Director and Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Solutions Team; Brittany Baumann, Associate Portfolio Manager, Multi-Asset Solutions Team  Disclosures: The viewpoints expressed by the Portfolio Manager represent their assessment of the markets at the time of publication. Those views are subject to change without notice at any time without any kind of notice. The information contained herein is not, and should not be construed as, investment, tax or legal advice to any party. Investments should be evaluated relative to the individual's investment objectives and professional advice should be obtained with respect to any circumstance.  Any statement that necessarily depends on future events may be a forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of performance. They involve risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Although such statements are based on assumptions that are believed to be reasonable, there can be no assurance that actual results will not differ materially from expectations. Investors are cautioned not to rely unduly on any forward-looking statements. In connection with any forward-looking statements, investors should carefully consider the areas of risk described in the most recent simplified prospectus.  BMO Global Asset Management is the brand name for various affiliated entities of BMO Financial Group that provide investment management, and trust and custody services. BMO Global Asset Management comprises BMO Asset Management Inc., BMO Investments Inc., BMO Asset Management Corp., BMO Asset Management Limited and BMO's specialized investment management firms. Certain of the products and services offered under the brand name, BMO Global Asset Management are designed specifically for various categories of investors in a number of different countries and regions and may not be available to all investors. Products and services are only offered to such investors in those countries and regions in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. BMO Financial Group is a service mark of Bank of Montreal (BMO). ®/™Registered trade-marks/trade-mark of Bank of Montreal, used under licence.

Betty J. Hines is a Strategic Business Consultant who works primarily with CEOs and their Executive Management Teams in both the public and private sectors. However, many know her as a “Chief Collaborator,” “Business Connector,” “Women Business Advocate”, and Founder of Women Elevating Women (W.E.W.) As a Women Business Strategist, Betty works with women business owners who want to build, scale, and elevate their businesses and professions. She brings these entrepreneurs together to identify their opportunities and resources. From her shared and learned experiences, she knows firsthand how marginalization stifles, but elevating each other sparks growth. For the past 15 years she has facilitated groups of women presidents who run multimillion dollar businesses. Knowing that less than 3% of all women businesses have gross revenues to exceed $1 Million, and if you segregate multicultural women statistics, its less than ½ percent. With a lack of gender and culture balancing in the workplace as a women entrepreneur, Betty has created a platform for women and groups of women with the desire and experience to change the scorecard. The platform was launched in 2018 and she then launched the group or WEW CREW in November 2020. The WEW CREW and the W.E.W. Masterminds embody the words of African American women activist for civil rights and suffrage quote: “Lift as you climb”-Mary Church Terrell. Betty Is often asked to be a speaker or be a panelist on Podcasts and Conferences. In the past year she has done over a dozen Podcasts and has been a speaker/panelist in Nigeria, Canada, and throughout the United States. Most recently Betty was a panelist at the EXCELerate Conference in Canada, with presenting sponsor BMO Financial Group. TELUS. Women's Enterprise Centre, GROYOURBIZ and others. She also serves as a Chair for a Virtual SDG Advisory Board with GroYourBiz. Due to Betty's commitment and understanding of the importance of collaboration, she was awarded the Adrienne Hall Award for Breaking Down Barriers in 2020 by the Women Presidents' Organization. The WPO is a premier global peer advisory organization with over 145 Chapters, connecting top women entrepreneurs who own multimillion-dollar companies across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Peru, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Portugal, Turkey, Malaysia, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. Betty is a member of the Daily Record Maryland Top 100 Women Circle of Excellence, and a Lifetime Alumni of the University of Michigan. She serves and has served on several nonprofits over the years. Website is www.bettyhines.com to learn more about how you elevate women through peer advisory groups and/or as a Mastermind. Send all email inquiries to admin@bettyhines.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kwallerspeaks/message

In conversation with the Sophia Ruffolo beaming in from Chicago, USA with a strong Canadian connection. You will see that connection as you listen to our discussion. Sophia is the Co-Founder and CEO of Femmebought who is empowering women to gain economic independence through entrepreneurship. An experienced executive with a background in “Big Law”, Sophia has worked in a variety of leadership roles for BMO Financial Group, including Chief Compliance Officer of BMO Private Banking Global. People love working with Sophia because of her endless energy and drive to help women launch businesses on their own terms. In this episode we discussed the importance of building a legacy business today; why it is important to think of succession planning from the get-go and all that jazz that make her life so interesting. Enjoy this episode! To have your questions and stories featured in future episodes, visit the website: https://ireniaroussel.org to book your spot and come into the spotlight. You can also send me a voice message via my Anchor by Spotify Channel. Your feedback is very important to me, so remember to follow, rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcasts. The Canadian Side Hustle & Business Podcast was produced by Irenia Roussel including all branding, social media and artwork. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/irenia-roussel/message

In this episode, Sylvain Brisebois, Senior Vice-President and National Sales Manager, BMO Private Wealth speaks with Lesley Marks, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Investment Management, BMO Private Wealth Canada, and Doug Porter, Chief Economist, BMO Financial Group to discuss the U.S. election and potential implications for the markets and economy. Disclosures: The comments contained in this podcast are general in nature, provided for information purposes only, and do not constitute legal, investment, trust, estate, accounting or tax advice. They are provided for general guidance, based on information believed to be accurate and complete, but we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Unless otherwise qualified, any opinions, estimates and projections in this report are those of the speakers as of the release date, are subject to change without notice, and may not reflect those of BMO Private Wealth. This podcast may not reflect all available information. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. Banking services are offered through Bank of Montreal. Investment management, wealth planning, tax planning, philanthropy planning services are offered through BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. and BMO Private Investment Counsel Inc. Estate, trust, and custodial services are offered through BMO Trust Company. BMO Private Wealth legal entities do not offer tax advice. BMO Trust Company and BMO Bank of Montreal are Members of CDIC. ® Registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.

J'ai Brown serves as an HR Director for HUB International, leading the HR function for the Midwest-West division. Additionally, she is the Executive Sponsor for the Midwest-West Diversity & Inclusion Council and a member of the organizing team for the HUB Women Network ERG. Prior to joining HUB, J'ai worked in roles of increasing responsibility in claims administration and human resources at Allstate Insurance Company before continuing her career in human resources at BMO Financial Group. J'ai received an MBA and B.S. degrees in HR Management and General Management from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has her PHR and SHRM-CP designations. J'ai resides in Bronzeville with her husband, Frank, and daughter, Kylee. Lauryn grew up in the Southern United States and in high school had a confrontation with race in America that changed her life and directed her future. In 2003, Lauryn graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor in Psychology with a focus on race and multicultural studies. She was committed to racial equality through educational transformation and began individual work to become anti-racist. In 2007, as a part of Teach for America, Lauryn began facilitating sessions for other teachers on Diversity and Achievement, Instruction as well as Classroom Culture, that would continue for the duration of her career. For thirteen years, Lauryn worked for KIPP Chicago, the highest performing school district in Chicago and a national network of charter schools focused on college completion. During her time there, she served as the School Leader of KIPP Ascend Middle School in North Lawndale and, before that, as the Assistant Principal and an ELA teacher.  Lauryn is also an inspiring public speaker who has been asked to speak at the National Charter School Conference in Minneapolis, as a keynote speaker for Teach for America's Induction Ceremony, as well as at North Park University, Columbia College and Indiana University-Purdue on Leadership, Consciousness, and Education. Lauryn has a Masters in Curriculum Planning and Design from National Louis University, a National Board Certification in Literacy, and completed the KIPP School Leadership Training Institute at New York University. In 2009, Lauryn was awarded Teacher of the Year for Chicago Charter Schools and in 2011 was a finalist for the Teach for America Distinguished Leader Award. Last June, she was certified as a 15 Commitments Conscious Leadership Coach and left her16-year education career to work as a leader; speaker, consultant, and coach who partners with individuals and organizations to support the emergence of more conscious cultures. Corey Haynes is a thought leader, passionate about people, and a lover of tech. He is the new District Manager at SHI - the leading minority and women-owned tech VAR partner in North America - where he is focused on total tech solutions, business optimization, client strategy, and more.  Corey has since moved to downtown Detroit where he has started to rediscover the city, continues to engage in volunteer activities (virtual of course), and continues his work to foster diverse, collaborative communities and partnerships.

Recently, the Federal government released an economic and fiscal snapshot providing the first estimate of Canada's finances post the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode, Lesley Marks, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Investment Management, BMO Private Wealth and Doug Porter, Chief Economist, BMO Financial Group talk to Sylvain Brisebois, Senior Vice-President and National Sales Manager, BMO Private Wealth about the potential implications of the record deficit for Canadians. Disclosures: The comments contained in this podcast are general in nature, provided for information purposes only, and do not constitute legal, investment, trust, estate, accounting or tax advice. They are provided for general guidance, based on information believed to be accurate and complete, but we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Unless otherwise qualified, any opinions, estimates and projections in this report are those of the speakers as of the release date, are subject to change without notice, and may not reflect those of BMO Private Wealth. This podcast may not reflect all available information. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. Banking services are offered through Bank of Montreal. Investment management, wealth planning, tax planning, philanthropy planning services are offered through BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. and BMO Private Investment Counsel Inc. Estate, trust, and custodial services are offered through BMO Trust Company. BMO Private Wealth legal entities do not offer tax advice. BMO Trust Company and BMO Bank of Montreal are Members of CDIC. ® Registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.

“It starts with reflection, seeking to understand, so listening, and then engaging in conversations understanding that you may not have the perfect words.”   On this failed it! episode, host Erin Diehl has a crucial conversation with a dear friend, J'ai Brown. She is the HR Director for HUB International and Executive Sponsor for the Midwest-West Diversity & Inclusion Council. Erin and J'ai talk about the importance of addressing racial injustice and how we can adequately discuss the topic with others. Listen in on how you can help make a difference.   Links from show discussions:   The Monopoly Analogy (*explicit language*) My Block My Hood My City Organization From Awareness to Action: The Path Toward a Meaningful Allyship - Dr. Evelyn Carter White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo Robin DiAngelo on the Family Action Network (FAN) Other good book sources that Jai's currently reading The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander   J'ai Brown serves as the HR Director for HUB International, leading the HR function for the Midwest-West division. In her role, J'ai is a member of the executive management team providing strategic insight and support across the Midwest-West division on all aspects of HR including employee relations, diversity & inclusion, talent acquisition, compensation, performance management, organizational design and career development. Additionally, she is the Executive Sponsor for the Midwest-West Diversity & Inclusion Council and a member of the organizing team for the HUB Women Network ERG. Prior to joining HUB, J'ai worked in roles of increasing responsibility in claims administration and human resources at Allstate Insurance Company before continuing her career in human resources at BMO Financial Group. J'ai received an MBA and B.S. degrees in HR Management and General Management from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and has her PHR and SHRM-CP designations. She is the Education Chair for Chicago SHRM and mentors youth with Posse Chicago and Chicago Scholars. She is a 2020 Chicago Urban League IMPACT Leadership Development Fellow, 2019 Black Queens of Chicago, 2018 Wall Street in the Black Future Leader and 2016 Chicago Scholars 35 under 35 honoree.    J'ai resides in Bronzeville with her husband, Frank, and daughter, Kylee. You can find her on LinkedIn and Instagram where she highlights her adoption story and journey. Erin Diehl is the founder and Chief “Yes, And” officer of improve it! and host of the failed it! Podcast. She's a performer, facilitator and professional risk-taker who lives by the mantra, “get comfortable with the uncomfortable.” Through a series of unrelated dares, Erin has created improve it!, a unique professional development company that pushes others to laugh, learn and grow. Her work with clients such as United Airlines, PepsiCo, Groupon, Deloitte, Motorola, Walgreens, and The Obama Foundation earned her the 2014 Chicago RedEye Big Idea Award and has nominated her for the 2015-2019 Chicago Innovations Award. This graduate from Clemson University is a former experiential marketing and recruiting professional as well as a veteran improviser from the top improvisational training programs in Chicago, including The Second City, i.O. Theater, and The Annoyance Theatre. When she is not playing pretend or facilitating, she enjoys running by the lake and patio dinners with her husband and son, and their eight pound toy poodle, BIGG Diehl. You can follow the failed it! Podcast on Instagram and facebook, and you can follow Erin here on Instagram. We can't wait to connect with you online!

On March 23, Sylvain Brisebois, Senior Vice-President and National Sales Manager, BMO Private Wealth, spoke with Doug Porter, Chief Economist, BMO Financial Group, to discuss the parallels and differences between this, and previous crisis, and to discuss the economic impact, and updated forecasts.  Disclosures: The comments contained in this podcast are general in nature, provided for information purposes only, and do not constitute legal, investment, trust, estate, accounting or tax advice. They are provided for general guidance, based on information believed to be accurate and complete, but we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Unless otherwise qualified, any opinions, estimates and projections in this report are those of the speakers as of the release date, are subject to change without notice, and may not reflect those of BMO Private Wealth. This podcast may not reflect all available information. BMO Private Wealth is a brand name for a business group consisting of Bank of Montreal and certain of its affiliates in providing private wealth management products and services. Not all products and services are offered by all legal entities within BMO Private Wealth. Banking services are offered through Bank of Montreal. Investment management, wealth planning, tax planning, philanthropy planning services are offered through BMO Nesbitt Burns Inc. and BMO Private Investment Counsel Inc. Estate, trust, and custodial services are offered through BMO Trust Company. BMO Private Wealth legal entities do not offer tax advice. BMO Trust Company and BMO Bank of Montreal are Members of CDIC. ® Registered trademark of Bank of Montreal, used under license.