Change Leadership Conversations
Change Leadership Conversations explores the insights and practical experiences of thought leaders, change management practitioners, and industry change leaders on what it takes to lead and respond to change in today’s disruptive and fast-evolving world of work. This podcast also goes hand in hand with the Change Leadership Conference held every spring in Toronto.
Recent Episodes
Feb. 18, 2026
Redefining HR: Innovation, AI & Human-Centered Change | Ep 20
In today’s episode of Change Leadership Conversations , Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta is joined by trailblazer Jahanzaib Ansari, for a powerful conversation on the intersection of HR, AI, and innovation. Jahanzaib has been leading in ...
Feb. 4, 2026
The Change Leader Mindset, and Leading with Courage | Ep 19
In this episode of Change Leadership Conversations , Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta is joined by David Donaldson for a wide-ranging conversation on courageous leadership, the evolving nature of change, and how to lead when the path isn...
Jan. 21, 2026
Organizational Physics: The Science and Soul of Leading Change | Ep 18
In this episode, Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta is joined by Rehana Rajwani, a transformation leader who brings a unique blend of science, systems thinking, and soul to how we lead change. Rehana, who currently leads Agile Learning and...
Jan. 14, 2026
From Change Management to Change Enablement | Ep 17
In this episode of Change Leadership Conversations , Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta is joined by Blake Bell for a grounded and practical conversation on what it really takes to get buy-in for change at scale. Blake shares insights from...
Jan. 7, 2026
How to Build a Change Career, Navigate Chaos, and Lead with AI | Ep 16
In this episode, Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta sits with Etonia Collier, a dynamic and deeply insightful change management leader and Director, with over a decade of experience across fintech, financial services, and education. Etonia...
Dec. 29, 2025
Collaborating with the Enemy When Leading Change | Ep 15
In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, Adam Kahane joins Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta to explore what it truly means to collaborate in today’s divided, complex, and fast-changing world. Adam is one of the world’s most r...
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