• In the last month, was there a moment that reminded you why this work matters to you personally? What happened, and why did it stay with you?

• Why do you think leadership training is just as important as technical training, yet so often overlooked?

• How has your experience serving on and working with boards shaped your perspective on what makes effective governance?

• You recently challenged yourself with a canoe trip through the Yukon with your daughter. What did that experience teach you about yourself, and how will it shape the way you lead moving forward?

• Whats a hot topic with OSC right now- tell me about a recently impactful conversation.

• You've had the opportunity to visit countries like South Korea and Dubai, both known for investing heavily in innovation and their future. What stood out to you most, and what lessons do you think Canada can learn from their approach?

Articles:

Option 1: How AI Can Accelerate Sustainability Without Compromising Impact

Angle: AI has the potential to dramatically accelerate sustainability efforts, but only when it's applied with intention, strong governance, and a focus on solving real-world problems rather than chasing technology for technology's sake.

1. AI is transforming every industry. Where do you see it making the biggest impact in advancing sustainability?

2. How can organizations ensure they're using AI to create meaningful environmental and economic outcomes—not just greater efficiency?

3. What risks should leaders consider when integrating AI into sustainability initiatives?

4. From your perspective at Canada's Ocean Supercluster, where have you seen AI deliver tangible results for sustainable innovation?

5. What advice would you give leaders who want to leverage AI to drive impact while maintaining trust, transparency, and long-term value?

Option 2: Can AI Help Solve Our Biggest Sustainability Challenges? A Leader's Perspective

Angle: AI isn't a silver bullet, but it can become one of the most powerful tools available to tackle complex sustainability challenges when paired with collaboration, human expertise, and bold leadership.

1. Can AI genuinely help solve some of our biggest sustainability challenges, or is it often overhyped?

2. Which sustainability issues do you believe AI is best positioned to address over the next decade?

3. What role does collaboration between industry, government, and innovators play in ensuring AI creates positive environmental outcomes?

4. How do we balance the rapid adoption of AI with responsible governance and ethical considerations?

5. Looking ahead, what excites you most about the intersection of AI and sustainability, and where do you think leaders should focus their attention next?

News & Updates

1. • What book(s) or article(s) did you read this past month that stayed with you? What takeaways do you have?

   • What event(s), talks or experiences did you attend this past month that stayed with you? What takeaways do you have?

   • What podcast(s) did you listen to this past month that stayed with you?

   • What is the topic of your Substack article this month, and what key points would you like to highlight?