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Welcome to Podbytes! Listen to KPMG in Canada leaders and subject matter experts on a vast range of topics including our Audit, Tax, Advisory and Enterprise services. | Bienvenue sur PodBytes! Écoutez les dirigeants et les experts techniques de KPMG au Canada parler d’une vaste gamme de sujets, dont nos services-conseils et nos services aux entreprises, d’audit et de fiscalité.

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75 episodes
Updated March 24

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Nov 27, 2023 · 23 min
Episode 6: Decrypting the truth | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
In this episode, we discuss stories of cryptocurrency fraud and how we can all protect ourselves from becoming victims. Special guests Amrit Dev and James Emerson join as special guests to share recommendations and best practices to invest carefully in cryptocurrencies to mitigate the chance of fraud.
Nov 13, 2023 · 24 min
Episode 5: Hook, line and stolen identity | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
In this episode, we discuss the schemes used by fraudsters to get information through illegitimate means. Imraan Bashir, Partner and National Public Sector Cyber Leader joins as a special guest and discusses phishing and digital identity.
Sep 14, 2023 · 12 min
Episode 3: From real estate owners to family office | Real Estate and Construction in Canada
As owners look to manage their real estate investments and preserve their wealth, establishing a family office may become a viable option. In the latest episode of our Real Estate and Construction in Canada podcast series, Tom Rothfischer speaks with Jason Belanger, KPMG Quebec Real Estate Leader, and Bridget Sachs, KPMG Family Office Senior Manager, to discuss the stage in which owners may start to consider a family office and the critical success factors needed to establish one. Écouter en français : https://bcove.video/46e0fgf
Sep 7, 2023 · 25 min
Episode 6: Sid Paquette | Insiders
Join us as we unravel the profound impact of these three buckets on the Canadian tech ecosystem and how these key pillars converge to shape a future defined by innovation, opportunity, and collective success. In episode 6, Sid Paquette, who leads RBCx at the Royal Bank of Canada, notes that there are three crucial roles in innovation. Which one is your organization in?
Sep 7, 2023 · 26 min
Episode 5: Jeff McCann | Insiders
Entrepreneurship thrives on self-belief, guided by exceptional mentors and nurtured by a supportive network, all needed to overcome challenges often accompanying the entrepreneurial path. In Episode 5, Jeff McCann, CEO of Apollo Insurance, shares his journey to entrepreneurship, the importance of self-confidence and the influential people who help pave the way for success.
Jun 5, 2023 · 9 min
Episode 11: The tech transition – From manufacturing to finance | Women Talk Tech
How do you transition your career in tech to a different industry? In this episode of Women Talk Tech, Jennie Sadler, Tax Transformation Senior Manager, and Derlaine Brito, Tax Transformation Manager, discuss Derlaine’s journey to KPMG from the traditional manufacturing industry to the non-traditional tech area in financial services. Derlaine also shares her challenges, career goals, and how she leveraged her knowledge and experience to make her career move.
May 24, 2023 · 30 min
Episode 4: People First Innovation | Insiders
As your organization grows and matures, are you consciously asking the right questions? In Episode 4, Mo Asgari, Co-Founder & President of PokerLab, emphasized the importance of value add and the secret ingredient that ultimately led to the success of his business. Learn more as he shares his perspective on how technology transforms businesses.
May 24, 2023 · 29 min
Episode 3: Gunkii | Insiders
In Episode 3, we’ve invited Jayesh Parmar, Co-CEO and Founder of Gunkii, to share his journey in the startup ecosystem. Having incubated his startups in San Francisco, to now bringing innovation to the market. Tune into this discussion to learn about his business model and how that differentiates his company in the market.
May 22, 2023 · 22 min
Episode 4: Being There for Others | Come As You Are
Not only do we rely on others when we are struggling with our mental health, but friends, family, and colleagues may also struggle with offering support; no one struggles alone. In this episode we talk about how our mental health has impacted those around us, and how we have struggled to be there for others. We also share some of our biggest learnings or 'ah-ha' moments in supporting those around us with their mental health.
May 16, 2023 · 20 min
Episode 2: Cameron Burke | Insiders
Join us in Episode 2 as we delve into the fascinating world where the human experience meets the disruptive force of AI. Special guest Cameron Burke, Technology Partner at Fort Capital, shares his unique perspective on innovation and the game-changing influence of GenAI in business. Prepare for a captivating exploration of reclaiming passion and regaining control in the face of technological advancements.
May 16, 2023 · 27 min
Episode 1: The Unicorn | Insiders
Uncover the untold scaling stories in BC with Anna Sainsbury, CEO of GeoComply, and Tomica Divic, Interim President and CEO of Innovate BC's groundbreaking unicorn study. Join us in Episode 1 for remarkable insights, challenges, and opportunities in entrepreneurship.
May 15, 2023 · 18 min
Episode 3: Finding Balance | Come As You Are
This episode is about the hot topic of work-life balance. Finding the balance that is right for you is important as it not only improves your mental health, but it helps reduce stress, and prevents burnout. But what does balance really mean? We talk about a few different concepts to achieving a work-life blend that is right for you - whether that is balance, integration, or even volleying. Listen to learn more about our experiences with finding balance and how that has changed overtime.
May 8, 2023 · 15 min
Episode 2: Developing Resiliency | Come As You Are
Being resilient means being able to manage challenges or life events, recover quickly from them, and even grow or improve as a result of these challenges. But being resilient does not mean that people don’t experience stress, emotions, setbacks, or even suffering – being resilient is more about how you work through those challenges. In this episode we talk about what resilience means to us, the challenges we experience with resiliency, and how we work on developing resiliency.
May 3, 2023 · 13 min
Episode 10: How can businesses address AI’s bias problem? | Women Talk Tech
In this episode of Women Talk Tech, we look at how businesses can move the dial when it comes to awareness around creating, using and interacting with AI in an ethical, responsible and inclusive manner. Tune in as Zoe Willis, National Data and Digital Leader and Silvia Gonzalez-Zamora, Partner in the People & Change practice and National Leader of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Services share their insights on AI’s bias problem.
May 1, 2023 · 15 min
Episode 1: Break the Stigma | Come As You Are
When we talk about mental health, we can either focus on breaking the stigma with mental illness or mental health challenges, or we can focus on how to maintain positive mental health. Enhancing positive mental health is possible for everyone, even those with a mental illness. And people can recover from mental illness, and even thrive! In this episode, we share more of our mental health story, how stigma has impacted our ability to thrive, and how we work to overcome this each day.
Apr 28, 2023 · 32 min
Episode 13: Unmasking Crypto Crimes | The State of Digital Assets
Liezel Pistorius and Amrit Dev, Senior Managers in KPMG in Canada's Forensic practice, join host Adam Rodricks and recurring guest Kunal Bhasin from KPMG in Canada’s Cryptoassets & Blockchain CoE to discuss fraud and financial crimes in the cryptoassets industry.
Apr 26, 2023 · 1 min
Teaser - This Is Me: Striving to Thrive | Come As You Are
Mental Health week kicks off May each year. With that in mind, get ready for our newest 4-part podcast series release called, This is me: striving to thrive. We encourage you to take each week this month to listen to the newest episode. I will be joined by a special guest over the course of the month and we will share our authentic stories about struggles, supports, setbacks, and how we strive to thrive.
Apr 18, 2023 · 55 min
Episode 12: Proof of Reserves | The State of Digital Assets
Nic Carter, Partner at Castle Island Ventures joins our host Adam Rodricks (National Lead, Digital Services), Kareem Sadek (Partner, Technology Risk Consulting) and Kunal Bhasin (Director & Co-Lead, Cryptoassets & Blockchain CoE, Advisory Services) on this episode of our State of Cryptoasets podcast series. Their discussion focused on proof of reserves, including leading practices, regulations and some of the challenges for implementation and maintenance.
Apr 4, 2023 · 19 min
Episode 9: Igniting change in tech | Women Talk Tech
What does it really mean to work in a technology team, such as Ignition Tax, at KPMG in Canada? What initiatives are in place at the firm to help empower women in this male-dominated industry? In this episode of Women Talk Tech, Shery Mormile (Strategy & Operations Lead) and Cynthia Wang (Product Owner) break down their career journeys and share details about their day-to-day on the Ignition Tax team.
Mar 30, 2023 · 24 min
Episode 4: A charity for me | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
In the fourth episode of the Fraudcast series, our hosts Jazz Clemente and Frédéric LeBlond discuss the story of a man who took advantage of an organization built to help those in need. Karen Grogan, Partner, Forensic Services joins to discuss why fraud can occur at non-profit and charitable organizations, behaviors of a fraudster and steps NPOs can take to help prevent fraud.