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Behind every great company, every groundbreaking idea, and every game-changing innovation, there’s a leader on a mission. Welcome to Mission Critical with Lance Chung—the show where we break down the blueprints, the bold moves, and the battle-tested playbooks of today’s most impactful leaders. From CEOs and founders to artists, designers, and athletes, we’re talking to the visionaries who build, i... more

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Nouhaila Chelkhaoui
Founder and CEO of Scale Without Borders, a platform supporting immigrants in tech.
Scale Without Borders
Episode: Nouhaila Chelkhaoui (CEO, Scale Without Borders): The Future of Work Is Immigrant-Led
April Hickey
CEO of Toast and advocate for women's employment and salary increases
Toast
Episode: April Hicke (CEO, Toast): How We’ve Helped Women Secure $25M in Salaries
Jay Klein
CEO of The PUR Company
The PUR Company
Episode: Jay Klein (CEO, The PUR Company): How Removing One Ingredient Disrupted a $20 Billion Industry
Rami Atallah
Co-founder of Ssense, an influential fashion and technology platform.
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Episode: Best of Mission Critical: SSENSE's Rami Atallah on How to Influence Culture
Charles Khabouth
Founder of Ink Entertainment Group and a key figure in Toronto's hospitality scene.
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Episode: Charles Khabouth (Founder, Ink Entertainment Group): Why Hospitality Is Really About People, Not Places
Kim Chi
Drag queen, beauty entrepreneur, and cultural figure
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Episode: Kim Chi (Drag Queen, Entrepreneur): Drag, Identity, and the Future of Beauty
Laura McGee
Founder and CEO of Diversio
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Episode: Laura McGee (CEO, Diversio): Here's Why DEI Programs Are Here to Stay (Re-Release)
Richard Schmidt
CEO of Ryde
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Episode: Richard Schmidt (CEO, Ryde:): The Future of Functional Wellness
Brenda Ha
Co-founder of AFC Toronto and advocate for women's sports
AFC Toronto
Episode: Brenda Ha (Co-founder, AFC Toronto): The Soccer Mom Who Became a Sports Team Owner

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Lance Chung
Host of the show who engages with a variety of influential leaders to extract insights on innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Mission Critical is a must-listen.

    Lance Chung gets to the heart of what drives today’s most inspiring leaders. Each episode delivers sharp insights, real stories, and the kind of motivation that sticks long after you listen. Smart, authentic, and truly mission-driven.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amna_Mas
    Canada3 months ago
  • Keep it up!

    I really liked the episode with Mark Williams, it was a great conversation!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Nickemtsov
    Canada3 months ago
  • Great insights

    There are some gems in this podcast! Love the introductions and the Canadian centric focus. Really good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lifesawreck8
    Canada2 years ago
  • A bit unpredictable

    Lots of different guests but kind of all over the place for who they’re talking to. Would enjoy more Canadian small business owners or just a clearer direction for who to expect and when to expect episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jejune icky
    Canada2 years ago
  • Good host, guests are hit or miss

    Some guests offer business insight, others are here to market

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    michaedede78
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and diverse range of guests who share valuable experiences and knowledge, enhancing the depth of discussions.
Many enjoy the balance between personal storytelling and professional advice, viewing it as a source of inspiration for their own careers.
Some feedback indicates that while many episodes are informative, there could be a greater focus on specific themes or industries to provide clearer expectations for listeners.

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April Hicke (CEO, Toast): How We’ve Helped Women Secure $25M in Salaries
Q: What excites you the most about Toast, about your own journey?
I'm most excited about building a tech tool that will help measure engagement and satisfaction regarding equity within organizations.
April Hicke (CEO, Toast): How We’ve Helped Women Secure $25M in Salaries
Q: What are some of the most common kind of questions that you get from the companies that are approaching you to help them out?
Companies often ask about their current percentage of women, how to attract women through job descriptions, and how to create a welcoming environment for women.
April Hicke (CEO, Toast): How We’ve Helped Women Secure $25M in Salaries
Q: What does success actually look like for you and what would failure look like if things weren't changing?
Success looks like having an impact, which I measure on the community and the people around me, while failure would imply no change at all.
Amanda Baron & Aimee Schalles (Co-founders, Jointly): Everything You Should Know About Prenups
Q: How does Jointly simplify the prenup process?
Jointly offers an online platform that includes educational resources and an agreement builder, reducing the complexity and costs associated with traditional prenups.
Amanda Baron & Aimee Schalles (Co-founders, Jointly): Everything You Should Know About Prenups
Q: Who should consider a prenup?
While all couples can benefit from a prenup, those entering into a second marriage, having significant assets, or planning to have children should consider it more seriously.

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Recent guests on Mission Critical include:

1. Nouhaila Chelkhaoui
2. April Hickey
3. Jay Klein
4. Rami Atallah
5. Charles Khabouth
6. Kim Chi
7. Laura McGee
8. Richard Schmidt

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