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The Future of Work, Leadership & Humanity: A Conversation with Jay Rosenzweig


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The future of work is changing fast — and few people have a better vantage point on global leadership, talent, and purpose than Jay Rosenzweig.

Jay Rosenzweig is a successful investor and internationally renowned social impact entrepreneur, humanitarian, and CEO of Rosenzweig & Company. Across North America and beyond, he advises global corporations, high-growth founders, and purpose-driven organizations on building world-class leadership teams. He also chairs the Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights and is the creator of the annual Rosenzweig Report on women in leadership.

In this wide-ranging and deeply thoughtful conversation, Jay and Ashley explore:

  • The future of work, talent and leadership
  • AI’s impact on creativity, ethics and global security
  • The rise of fractional and portfolio leadership
  • Why wellness is becoming a strategic imperative
  • Canada’s opportunity in AI, clean energy, and global scale-ups
  • DEI backlash, ESG maturity, and what boards need to understand in 2026
  • How young leaders can find purpose in an uncertain world
  • The difference between legacy and ego — and what truly endures

A grounded, meaningful episode for anyone thinking about the future of work, Canada’s innovation economy, and leadership in a world that’s changing faster than ever.

What is ESG?

This episode touches on ESG — a framework that helps companies evaluate their Environmental, Social, and Governance responsibilities. In practice, it’s about long-term resilience, ethical leadership, transparency, and how organizations navigate risk in a fast-changing world. Want to explore this more deeply? Check the show notes for a helpful breakdown (visit Canada Now — show notes coming soon). 

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