Steve Georgopoulos
Steve Georgopoulos attributes much of his success in life, both family and work to intergenerational synergies. Currently living in his fourth chapter of his life, Steve is shifting his vocation from hospitality to writing and research.
A community builder, ambassador for organizations he believes in and lifelong learner, Steve acquired his formal education at Concordia University in Montreal, and his “PhD of Life” in the 1960’s while working at his parent’s grocery store in Montreal’s mile end. His working experience at the grocery store and passion for customer service led him to a fulfilling and award-winning 35-year career in the hospitality industry, and as a continuing volunteer and supporter of co-operative education and experiential learning. Steve continues to mentor and coach both youth and adults to live their best lives.
Steve lives in Ottawa with his wife Liga, and daughters Amanda and Krista and is a proud grandfather aka pappoú to Olivia, Abigail, Ava and Finnigan.
Jarrod Nichol
Jarrod has over 20 years in strategy, sales, process improvement, and change management, with a focus in education, biomedical research, and technology. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from one of the top business schools in Canada, acquiring a 4.0 GPA while attaining his MBA. He also has several professional designations. He is a great people person and has the uncanny ability of getting people of all backgrounds to work together. He has also been recognized at the national level by winning a Canadian Association of University Business Officers Quality and Productivity Award, for his innovative leadership skills.
Jarrod also has extensive consulting experience working in industries including technology, packaging, finance, health care, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical. He was President of the Vivarium Operational Excellence Network, a non-profit focusing on biomedical operational excellence, whose membership is made up of some of the top pharmaceutical and educational institutions in the world.
Jarrod is currently the Chief Growth Officer and Co-Founder of eeva, a home-life management platform that makes adulting easier. Be sure to check out www.eeva.ai for more details.
