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Defining Moments with Dustin
Defining Moments with Dustin Heise is where leadership meets high-performance sport. Dustin, CEO of Canada Snowboard, sits down with the athletes, coaches, and leaders who know what it takes to build strong teams and values-driven cultures. Expect real conversations, practical insights, and a closer look at the world of snowboarding, from Olympic drama to grassroots beginnings.
Episodes
15 episodes
Matthew Jolles - President & CEO, Gotham Sports & Entertainment Holdings
In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Matthew Jolles, President & CEO of Gotham Sports & Entertainment Holdings, to explore how sport can become more than competition.Matthew shares how his tim...
Brett M. Johnson – CEO, Benevolent Capital | Chairman of Rhode Island FC & Centreville Bank Stadium
In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Brett M. Johnson, CEO of Benevolent Capital and one of the most influential voices in the business of sport today. Brett shares the journey behind building Rhode Island F...
Andrew Baker – Chief External Affairs Officer, Canadian Olympic Committee
On this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Andrew Baker to explore the power of sport far beyond the podium. From being inspired by the 1996 Olympics as a young athlete to helping shape the future of Canadian spor...
Kevin Blue - CEO & General Secretary, Canada Soccer
What does it take to lead a national sport through pressure, change, and a global spotlight?In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Kevin Blue, CEO & General Secretary of Canada Soccer, to unpack the mindset ...
Marnie McBean - Senator, Senate of Canada
On this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Marnie McBean, one of Canada’s most decorated Olympians and now a Senator representing Ontario.They dive into leadership at the highest level, what sport teaches u...
Chris Bright – Executive Director, Karate Canada
In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Chris Bright, Executive Director of Karate Canada and former professional hockey player who represented Team Canada internationally, including earning a Wo...
Dustin Heise, Ben Mulroney & Tyler Turner on Canada’s Snowboarding Future & Training Strategies
In this special segment on Defining Moments with Dustin, Ben Mulroney sits down with Dustin Heise and athlete Tyler Turner to explore the future of snowboarding in Canada. Ben leads the conversation, asking key questions about global c...
The Hon. Adam van Koeverden – Olympic Gold Medalist & Member of Parliament, Canada
In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, four-time Olympic medalist, two-time Canadian flag bearer, and current Member of Parliament for Milton. Adam shares his journey from th...
Karen O’Neill - CEO, Canadian Paralympic Committee
What does it mean to truly lead with values - especially when the stakes are highest?In this episode of Defining Moments, host Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard, sits down with Karen O’Neill, CEO of the Canadia...
Katherine Henderson - President & CEO, Hockey Canada
Sport has the power to do far more than win medals - it can unite communities, shape national identity, and create pathways for the next generation of leaders.In this episode of Defining Moments, host Dustin Heise, CEO of C...
Russell Reimer - President, Small Victories
What happens when you stop chasing titles - and start building something bigger than yourself?In this episode of Defining Moments, host Dustin Heise, CEO of Canada Snowboard, sits down with Russell Reimer, President ...
Tom Renney - Senior Advisor, HONE Athletics
In this episode of Defining Moments, host Dustin Heise sits down with Tom Renney, senior advisor at Hohen Athletics and former president and CEO of Hockey Canada. Tom has coached at the highest levels of hockey, including the Vancouver...
Tyler Turner - Speaker and Athlete
In this episode of Defining Moments, host Dustin Heise sits down with Tyler Turner, Paralympic champion, world-class multi-sport athlete, and relentless advocate for resilience and perseverance. Tyler opens up about his life-changing s...
Michael Naraine: Chairperson, Canada Snowboard
In this episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with Dr. Michael Naraine, a trailblazing leader in sport management and marketing, to explore what it takes to drive meaningful change in the Canadian sports system. As the Bo...
Mike Bartlett - CEO, Canada Basketball
In this powerful episode of Defining Moments, Dustin Heise sits down with his good friend Mike Bartlett, CEO of Canada Basketball, to explore the journey of turning Canadian basketball into a global powerhouse. From the Dream Team spar...
