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In this episode, you’ll learn about the story of 1616, a non-profit foundation created by NHL player Andrew Ladd and his wife, Brandy. They teamed up with Meredith Wolff, a lawyer and charitable consultant who helps athletes and entertainers do high-impact strategic philanthropy. Andrew shares his mental health journey and the ‘a-ha’ moment that helped him realize our youth, particularly in hockey, don’t have four core proficiencies that can aid them when things get tough: competence, confidence, connection, and character. The valuable lessons learned by Andrew and Brandy in founding 1616 are applicable no matter what industry you’re in.

Show Notes

How we show up - whether on the ice or in the boardroom - has a lasting impact on those we share the space with. The words we use can positively or negatively impact one’s health. And, with such scrutiny on Hockey Canada happening right now, there has never been a better time to equip players, coaches and parents with mental health skills to navigate these changing dynamics. Gain insights on the challenges and considerations when creating a non-profit, how storytelling has been crucial to their program, and how you can get involved to help close 1616’s funding gap so they can continue to provide these valuable services for free to those they support.

What is Collisions YYC?

Tired of the same old news cycle? Get informed on what’s happening in businesses in Calgary, Alberta and beyond with Collisions YYC.

Tyler Chisholm hosts Alberta’s best and brightest minds who are shaping the very landscape of our province with their work in fields like Technology, FinTech, Energy, Healthcare, Education, AI, and more. Tyler’s inherent curiosity and exploratory style fuel candid conversations with the people who are driving change in our city, our province and the world.

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