In this episode of the EdUp Canada podcast, host Michael Sangster is joined by Chad Rogers, partner at Crestview Strategy, for a deep dive into the intersections of public policy, politics, and skill development in Canada. They explore the role of career colleges in shaping the economic futures of Canadian families, discuss the complexities of populist politics and media, and discuss recent government management of international student policies and tech platform regulations. Amidst these discussions, Rogers shares his insights on the realities of government decision-making, the necessity of hard work for success, and the importance of mentorship. The episode further touches on the economic challenges ahead, with Rogers offering advice for businesses to stay agile and focused.
About Chad Rogers
Chad Rogers is a strategist, lobbyist and entrepreneur.
Chad helps CEO’s, corporations and industry associations face crisis head on, make their case, and get things approved.
The Hill Times magazine named Chad one of the ‘Top 100 Lobbyists’ in Canada. A sought-after media commentator, he’s been a member of the ‘Power Panel’ on CBC Television’s Power & Politics. A recipient of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal for public service, Chad serves as Honourary Consul of the Republic of Kosovo in Canada.
As a Country Director with the Washington, DC-based National Democratic Institute, chaired by former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, he’s worked with governments and political leaders around the world. Chad has advised leaders in Armenia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Cayman Islands, Croatia, Georgia, Iraq, Jordan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Macedonia, Moldova, Pakistan, Serbia, Trinidad & Tobago and Ukraine.
Chad sits on the board of the Samara Foundation for Democracy and serves as a General Partner at Trout River Ventures and as a member and Limited Partner at the VC Syndicate Gaingels.
Originally from Prince Edward Island, Chad resides in Toronto with his husband Mark.
Read the full transcript here
Timestamps
- 00:08 Introducing the EdUp Canada Podcast with Michael Sangster
- 00:51 A Candid Conversation with Chad Rogers
- 01:30 Debunking the Canada Myth: A Provocative Take
- 02:37 Navigating the Complexities of Populism and Media in Canada
- 04:38 The Challenges and Responsibilities of Regulating Tech Platforms
- 06:08 Exploring the Dynamics of Populism and Economic Discontent
- 07:56 Optimism in the Face of Global Challenges
- 14:59 The Future of International Students in Canada
- 27:08 Leadership Insights and the Power of Mentorship
- 34:44 Wrapping Up: Economic Outlook and the Pumpkin Spice Debate
