What does it really take to lead in an age of constant disruption, artificial intelligence, and cultural change?
In this powerful episode of The Leadership Launchpad Podcast - The Legacy Edition, Susan Hobson and Tracey Allen sit down with Michael Tremblay, President & CEO of CANARIE and Chair of the Ottawa Hospital Board, to unpack the real foundations of high-trust leadership, culture transformation, and future-ready decision making.
From his eye-opening Microsoft culture experience to leading national innovation initiatives in Canada, Mike shares raw insights on:
Why trust is the ultimate performance multiplier
How to spot real leadership under pressure
What most leaders get wrong about culture and values
How AI is reshaping leadership, decision-making, and organizations
Why the “inner kingdom” (middle leadership) determines whether change actually sticks
The leadership skills required to survive and thrive beyond 2026
You’ll also hear powerful future-focused conversations on:
AI and workforce transformation
Healthcare innovation through network technology
Remote surgery, satellite connectivity, and Canada’s innovation pipeline
Why conscious leadership is no longer optional
If you’re navigating uncertainty, disruption, or rapid technological change—this conversation will fundamentally shift how you think about trust, culture, and leadership in the decade ahead.
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About Michael Tremblay
Michael Tremblay is President and CEO of CANARIE, the federal partner in Canada’s National Research and Education Network (NREN), where he leads the vision of building a trusted, globally connected digital research ecosystem. He also serves as Chair of the Board of Governors of The Ottawa Hospital, helping to guide one of Canada’s leading healthcare institutions.
Throughout his career, Michael has held senior leadership positions at the intersection of technology, innovation, and community impact. He previously served as President of Calian’s IT & Cyber Solutions division, CEO of Invest Ottawa, and in executive roles at Microsoft, SAP, and Fujitsu. Across these organizations, he has been recognized for his ability to build teams, foster collaboration, and drive transformation.
Michael is deeply committed to growing leaders from all walks of life. He believes that diverse perspectives and shared values create the strongest foundations for innovation and resilience. His work is guided by three commitments: enabling research and innovation to strengthen Canada’s competitiveness, championing healthcare excellence through governance and community leadership, and building inclusive teams that thrive in a complex world.
Find Michael Tremblay
https://www.linkedin.com/company/canarie/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-t-0150461b/
Find Susan Hobson, Founder & CEO of Elite High Performance, Top Leadership Coach & Author, at the following links:
https://www.elitehighperformance.com/leadership-consulting/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpstartliving/
https://www.instagram.com/susanlhobson/
https://www.tiktok.com/@susanlhobson
Tracey Allen - Head of Real Estate at Nokia
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracey-allen-a70b95b/
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