Dr. Murray is the Dean of the Lazaridis School of Business and Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University. He previously held faculty appointments at the University of Alberta, the Ivey School of Business, and Monash University (Australia), as well as visiting professorships at INSEAD (France) and TU Dublin (Ireland). Most recently he served as Acting Dean (2021-2023) and Vice Dean (2017 to 2021) at the University of Alberta School of Business.As a consultant to government and Fortune 50 companies, Dr. Murray has worked with clients that include the Competition Bureau of Canada, General Motors, Industry Canada, Johnson and Johnson, Leger, LoyaltyOne, and Microsoft. He has also been a founder, advisor and investor in a series of start-ups, in sectors ranging from financial services to retail and from advertising to cannabis.

Welcome to another edition of our Behind the Business Podcast! This week, Ian is joined by Ren Navarro, Owner/Operator of B. Diversity. Group. The two talk about various  topics that include Ren's interesting career journey in beer that has now transformed into much more. This is our last podcast episode before we break for the summer. please enjoy!

Welcome to another episode of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Brian Bazely, Co-founder of Driverseat. The two speak on numerous topics including their shared history together, and Brian's very interesting career journey!

Welcome to another edition of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Melissa Durrell, CEO of Durrell Communications. They speak on a variety of topics including their long history in the Region together, Melissa's career journey, and more!

Welcome to another episode of our Behind the Business Podcast! This week Ian is joined by Neha Juwale, Owner of BookMyTherapy! She is the recent winner of Health & Wellness award at the 2024 KW Oktoberfest Rogers Women of the Year Awards!Come learn about her career journey as an immigrant from India to starting her own business!

Welcome to Episode 41  of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Patti Berardi. For over 30 years, she has worked in community television holding a variety of roles. Currently, she is the Station Manager for Rogers TV covering the regions of Brantford, Cambridge, Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo and Stratford.

Welcome to episode 40  of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Paul Eichinger, Vice President of MTE Consultants Inc. Paul has over 30 years of diverse experience in development, building construction, real estate, municipal engineering and economic development. He is fully versed in all aspects of property development, from raw land to finished buildings. Paul has worked in both the private and public sectors, and as a result has a strong understanding of approvals processes and requirements. He also has a demonstrated track record of building partnerships and achieving success within a strong team environment. These experiences provide a strong technical and business background for his role as Vice President at MTE.

Welcome to episode 38 of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Tricia Mumby, co-founder of Mabel's Labels, a Canadian manufacturing & ecommerce success story. She and 3 friends boot-strapped the company from $0 to eight figures in 12 years. They sold the company to the world's largest label company and built a huge community of moms in the process. Tricia now works as a mentor for start-ups across Canada. Tricia believes in the power of fans, PR, social media and giving a brand a sizzling personality. The journey of Mabel's Labels involved bringing something novel to the marketplace, convincing people the product is something they needed, creating repeat buyers, developing content and promotions to sustain momentum, and gaining the attention of brands, influencers, and the media. Mabel's Labels was able to gain shelf-space at Walmart, Target and Costco and media placements in People, CNN, Today Show, Good Morning America, Rachel Ray and many more dream outlets. Mabel's Labels have been celebrity endorsed by Gwyneth Paltrow, Jennifer Garner, Reese Witherspoon, and Victoria Beckham, to name a few.

Welcome to episode 38 of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Ajoa Mintah, Owner/Founder of Four All Ice Cream. They speak on a multitude of topics including Ajoa's career journey, why she decided to open up an ice cream shop, much more!!

Welcome back to a new episode of our Behind the Business Podcast! This week, Ian is joined by Chloe Hamilton, Founder of Warm Embrace Elder Care. Chloe is one of the  Chamber Board of Directors since September 2023. She speaks on a variety of topics including her career journey, and the importance of elder care in our community.

Welcome to a very special edition of our Behind the Business podcast - live from the 2024 Business Expo!! In this special episode, Ian is joined by four incredible guests who discuss their career journey's and give advice to up-and-coming business owners. Part 2 guests include:Daneil Pavlov - In-crew AppKinjal Dave - Source Office FurnitureFrank Newman - Newman HR Brian Epstein - Epstein Coaching Services

Welcome to a very special edition of our Behind the Business podcast - live from the 2024 Business Expo!! In this special episode, Ian is joined by four incredible guests who discuss their career journey's and give advice to up-and-coming business owners. Part 1 guests include: Tom Heiber, CEO of Heitech Software Solutions, Becca Faber, Co-Owner of Creekside Hearing, Derrick Caroll, Founder & CEO of Kitchener Clean, and Patrick McCloughlin, Partner at Network Telecom.

Welcome to another episode of our Behind the Business podcast! This week, Ian is joined by Jane Klugman, Senior Vice President, Real Estate Broker - Avison Young. Jane speaks on a variety of topics with Ian, including her career journey that led her to real estate, her experience in the Canadian Armed Forces, and more!

Hi everybody! Welcome to another awesome edition of our Behind the Business podcast! This week, Ian is joined by Greig Cameron, CEO - Enova. They discuss some really interesting topics including Greig's career upbringing, his international roots, and the importance of electric power in our growing region.

Welcome to a brand new episode of our Behind the Business podcast! This week Ian is joined by Michele Saran, CEO - Explore Waterloo Region. Listen as Michele dives deep into her career journey of tourism by travelling around North America, and her new CEO position!

Hello and welcome to episode 31 of our Behind the Business podcast!! This week, Ian is joined by Everton Wilmot, President of Wilmot Technologies. They discuss various interesting topics which include; Everton's career journey, his thoughts on the importance of cybersecurity, and much more!

Hello everybody and welcome to the 30th edition of our Behind the Business podcast!! Ian sat down with Allison Bourke, Owner/Founder of Oxford Learning Waterloo! They spoke on many interesting topics including Allison's career journey, and the importance of education in our community.

Welcome to another incredible edition of our Behind the Business podcast!!! This week Ian sits down with Laura Meikle, General Manager of The Walper Hotel in Downtown Kitchener! Laura speaks on some interesting topics including; her career journey, and the long time success of the hotel!

Welcome to another thrilling episode of our Behind the Business podcast! This week, Ian is joined by his good friend Giles Gherson, newly appointed President & CEO of the Toronto Region Board of Trade! They speak on many interesting topics including Giles's career journey that led him to his new incredible role!

Welcome to another stellar edition of our Behind the Business podcast! Today, Ian sits down with long time friend - Catherine Fife, MPP in Waterloo! They speak on a multitude of subjects including; starting together as politicians, Catherine's career journey, and more!