Gary Mauris LEVEL UP!

Dave is the Co-Founder of RE/MAX, the Denver-based global real estate franchise that he co-founded with his wife Gail in 1973. RE/MAX is the leading franchisor of real estate offices throughout the world and has expanded to over 8,000 offices in over 100 countries, with 125,000+ sales agents. He is well respected internationally for his vast knowledge of the real estate and franchising industries. Dave retired from the CEO position in 2018 and continues to lead the network as Chairman of the Board.

Derek is an author of philosophy and entrepreneurship and is known for his surprising quotable insights and pithy succinct writing style. Formerly a musician, programmer, TED speaker, and circus clown, he sold his first company for $22 million and gave all the money to charity. I look forward to chatting with him about his story and what inspires him!

We are excited to announce that LEVEL UP! returns with CEO Gary Mauris and special guest, Bruce Buffer, on November 17th.

Bruce Buffer is best known as the famous "voice of the octagon" for UFC, and I am excited to talk to him about his long-standing career and influence.

LEVEL UP with host Gary Mauris (DLCG CEO) and his incredible guest, Allan Kehler, a renowned mental health advocate, this THURSDAY, May 26 at 11am PT / 2pm ET right here on Youtube sponsored by our friends at First National Financial.

Allan Kehler is a mental health advocate with over a decade of experience as a professional speaker and wellness coach. He has persevered through the lifelong effects of mental illness, addiction, trauma, and suicide. His commitment and understanding to the lifelong process of recovery enables him to inspire and equip audiences with invaluable tools.

Allan is the best-selling author of four books that cover topics including mental health, substance use, resilience, and stress management. These books complement his presentations by serving as valuable resources for strengthening workplace wellness or personal development. Several of his books are also used in college curricula.

Can't wait! Open to everyone and we'll post your questions and comments from the Youtube chat on screen LIVE for Allan to see and reply PLUS we'll have some give aways. See you on Thursday!

LEVEL UP with host Gary Mauris (DLCG CEO) and his incredible guest, Greg Westlake, former Captain of Canada's Paralympic hockey team, this TUESDAY, April 12 at 11am PT / 2pm ET right here on Youtube sponsored by our friends at First National Financial.

Greg Westlake is one of Team Canada’s trusted veterans, and was the long-time captain of the Canadian Para ice hockey team (2010-2019). In 2018, he helped Canada to the silver medal at the PyeongChang 2018 Paralympic Winter Games. He scored three goals and added five assists in five games as Canada lost 2-1 in overtime to the U.S. in the gold medal game.

In addition to the silver won in 2018, Westlake won gold in his Games debut in 2006, bronze in 2014 and Silver last month in Beijing. He is also a nine-time world championship team member with three world titles (2008, 2013, 2017). Canada has finished second to the U.S. at the last two worlds in 2019 and 2021.

Westlake has also worked as a broadcaster. He was a reporter for CBC at the Toronto 2015 Parapan American Games and the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio. He is also a host of AMI’s Level Playing Field and Beyond the Field television programs, which showcase the power of sport through stories about athletes and organizations. 

Westlake had both legs amputated below the knee at age 18 months. When he was born his feet were malformed and were never going to be fully functional. The technical term is congenital bilateral below knee amputee. He began playing Para ice hockey with the Mississauga Cruisers in 2001 and made his debut in 2003 with Team Canada at age 17.

Can't wait! Open to everyone and we'll post your questions and comments from the Youtube chat on screen LIVE for Greg to see and reply PLUS we'll have some give aways. See you on Tuesday!

LEVEL UP with host Gary Mauris (DLCG CEO) and his incredible guest, Trevor Linden, former Captain of the Vancouver Canucks, this THURSDAY, March 10 at 11am PT / 2pm ET right here on Youtube sponsored by our friends at First National Financial.

Trevor Linden played 20 seasons in the NHL from 1988 to 2008. He played 16 of those seasons with the Vancouver Canucks earning him the nickname "Captain Canuck". Throughout his hockey career, Trevor was respected as a leader both on the ice and in the community.

On April 5, 2008 in front of a roaring crowd at GM Place, Trevor Linden stepped off the ice for the last time in his illustrious career.

On December 17, 2008 Trevor's #16 jersey was raised to the rafters as he took his place in franchise history - forever a Canuck.

Since retiring, Trevor has entered the business world (Club 16 Trevor Linden Fitness; She's Fit; Orangetheory Fitness) with the same focus he took to the ice for 20 years. His dedication to the community continues to make him one of Canada's most respected athletes.

Fitness and high-performance continue to be a big part of Trevor's life. He enjoys cycling and cross country skiing and has completed several international races in both sports. You can spot him training around Vancouver, Whistler and the Okanagan year round.

Can't wait! Open to everyone and we'll post your questions and comments from the Youtube chat on screen LIVE for Trevor to see and reply PLUS we'll have some give aways. See you on Thursday!

LEVEL UP with host Gary Mauris (DLCG CEO) and his incredible guest, Lisa Lisson, President of FedEx Express Canada, this THURSDAY, February 17 at 11am PT / 2pm ET right here on Youtube sponsored by our friends at First National Financial.

Lisa leads a team of over 10,000 employees coast-to-coast specializing in international and domestic courier solutions.

Lisa joined FedEx Express as an associate marketing specialist in 1992. She quickly progressed and, in 2003, was appointed vice president of sales, marketing and corporate communications. She was appointed to her current role in October 2010. In every single year of her leadership, employees have ranked FedEx Express as one of Canada’s best places to work on the Aon Hewitt Best Employers in Canada list. Lisa’s focus on service excellence and community engagement has also given FedEx a place among the 20 most respected brands in Canada. Lisa has been named a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medalist and one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women Hall of Fame WXN Top 100 List.

Lisa balanced a fulfilling life as a wife and mother until unexpectedly one evening, her husband Patrick was paralyzed with a life-altering heart attack. While looking after him, Lisa maintained her executive position at FedEx, continued volunteering as a director at the Business Council of Canada, as a director on the SickKids Foundation, and cared for their four children, all of which at the time were under the age of 10 at the time. Sadly, Patrick passed away two years later.

In her spare time, Lisa shares her personal story and life lessons to help inspire others, to let them know they are not alone and to find fulfillment living with gratitude and embracing family and career.

Can't wait! Open to everyone and we'll post your questions and comments from the Youtube chat on screen LIVE for Lisa to see and reply PLUS we'll have some give aways. See you on Thursday!

LEVEL UP! Fall Season 2 returns with special guest, Brad Pedersen, the Co-Founder and Chairman of Pela! Despite much-celebrated early success, Brad is no stranger to adversities in business. The difference? Brad used these lessons from failure as a catalyst to create better business models! Listen now for all the tips and tricks.

Our latest LEVEL UP! episode features special guest, Harvey Mackay. Harvey Mackay has written seven New York Times bestselling books, three reached #1, and two were named by the Times among the top 15 motivational business books of all time – Swim With the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive and Beware the Naked Man Who Offers You His Shirt. His books have sold 10 million copies in 80 countries and have been translated in 52 languages.

He also is one of America's most popular and entertaining business speakers for Fortune 500-size companies and associations, plus he has spoken on six continents. Toastmasters International named him one of the top five speakers in the world, along with Tony Robbins and Mario Cuomo. He is a member of the National Speakers Association Speakers Hall of Fame.

The American Management Association listed Harvey among the top 30 leaders who influenced business in 2014, which also included Colin Powell, Jack Welch and Richard Branson. In July 2015, Forbes said, “Harvey Mackay is one of the world’s top leadership experts who has accomplished more in business than most entrepreneurs could achieve in their lifetimes.”

All of which is why Fortune magazine refers to him as "Mr. Make Things Happen".

Our latest LEVEL UP! discussion features special guest Joe Roberts aka The Skid Row CEO. Joe’s story is one of perseverance, determination and the resiliency of the human spirit. He is a living testament to the idea that “anything is possible”. We are excited to speak with Joe about his experiences and exploring his inspiring story.