Beyond the CEO: Translating Business Success into Global Impact

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore how leadership is evolving from traditional management toward a mission driven approach focused on employee wellness and meaningful impact. In 2026, AI is reshaping workforce management by removing barriers between people and technology.

Joining us is Adam Greenberg, President and CEO of MakeShift. With more than 25 years in enterprise software and leadership roles at SAP and Ceridian, Adam now leads MakeShift as a global leader in people first workforce management while also founding Leaders2Give to support vulnerable communities.

Key Highlights

1. People First Scheduling: How modern scheduling strategies improve frontline productivity and employee wellbeing.
    
2. Zero UI Future: What the end of traditional interfaces means for managers and frontline teams.
    
3. Leadership Mindset: How Adam’s philosophy on motivation shaped his leadership standards.
    
4. Impact Beyond Business: How Leaders2Give expands leadership influence beyond the balance sheet.
    
5. Path to the CEO Role: Why real world experience plays a crucial role in shaping effective leadership.

Special Thanks to Our Partners:

• UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA
• Google: https://www.google.ca/
• A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
• ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.