The Treble Victor Podcast

In this 27 episode of the Treble Victor podcast, which is especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to Adam Bender, an B.C.-based member who is asking for assistance on launching a brand new product. He talks about how the blazing Iraqi desert led to his new invention, getting over the fear of sending out the product, and his goal to get help from members of Treble Victor to be able to launch the product. Companies that Adam mentioned he would like introductions to are: https://www.revisionmilitary.com/ https://wilcoxind.com/products/mounting-systems https://www.teamwendy.com/products/helmets-accessories/helmets Photos of the Visor: Demo Video: https://youtu.be/4z81MFyH3B8 Please do reach Adam at adam.bender@live.ca to help him on his journey. Remember to subscribe to the Podcast wherever you're listening from so you don’t miss future episodes. Also, be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network, and knowing who is in the network makes the network work! Update your personal and business accounts by logging onto the Treble Victor portal at www.treblevictor.org.

In this 28th episode of the Treble Victor podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to Kenny Panza, a member of our BC Chapter, based in Victoria. Kenny talked about the experiences and realities of being a minority in the Canadian military. He talks about his arrival into the military lifestyle, what he learnt from his experiences, and how his new job outside of the military has been a great place to grow in a very diverse workforce. Remember to subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening so you don’t miss future episodes. Also, be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network, and knowing who is in the network makes the network work! Update your personal and business accounts by logging onto the Treble Victor portal at www.treblevictor.org.

In this 26 episode of the Treble Victor podcast, which is especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to Shelley Lamothe, who recently made the shift from the military into civy life. She talks about finding her true path with the help of mentors, the importance of being patient during the transition process, and why everyone should create a back up plan for any new transition. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Podcast wherever you get yours from so that you don’t miss future episodes and be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network and knowing who is the network makes the network work! Update your personal and business accounts by logging onto the Treble Victor portal at www.treblevictor.org.

In this 25 episode of the Treble Victor podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to Steve Gregory, an honorary member who is the consummate networker. They talk about what networking is, what makes it effective and why it is an important skill to acquire and build on. You can watch the video that they refer to on YouTube at this link https://youtu.be/1__5h0M4nhc Don’t forget to subscribe to the Podcast wherever you get yours from so that you don’t miss future episodes and be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network and knowing who is the network makes the network work! Update your personal and business accounts by logging onto the Treble Victor portal at www.treblevictor.org.

In this 24 episode of the Treble Victor podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to the hiring team at Invictus Games 2025. In the conversation we learn about the very pro-veteran hiring approach and how they are working in a culture that will appeal to many people in their post-service careers. You can find out more about applying to participate in or volunteer for the Invictus Games when they come to Vancouver and Whistler in February 2025 by visiting: Employment: https://invictusgames2025.ca/work-with-us Human Resources hr@invictusgames2025.ca Volunteer: https://invictusgames2025.ca/support-us#volunteer Volunteer volunteer@invictusgames2025.ca Don’t forget to subscribe to the Podcast wherever you get yours from so that you don’t miss future episodes and be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network and knowing who is the network makes the network work! Update your personal and business accounts by logging onto the Treble Victor portal at www.treblevictor.org.

In this 23rd episode of the Treble Victor podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to BC Chapter member and Invictus Games participant, Nick Holyome. In the conversation Nick tells us about his experience of participating in two consecutive Invictus Games (albeit one that was severely curtailed for reasons that you will discover). You can find out more about applying to participate in or volunteer for the Invictus Games when they come to Vancouver and Whistler in February 2025 by visiting https://invictusgames2025.ca. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Podcast wherever you get yours from so that you don’t miss future episodes and be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network and knowing who is the network makes the network work! Update your personal and business accounts by logging onto the Treble Victor portal at www.treblevictor.org.

In this 22 episode of the Treble Victor podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, Rupert Whiting talks to former journalist, CBC Anchor and National Treasure, Kevin Newman. In the conversation Kevin clarifies what Team Rubicon are all about and how 3V members can get involved as well as why he, as a non-veteran, is so keen to support veterans. And last but not least, you can hear from the horse's mouth where a journalist gets his information from and how he knows that he can rely on it. You can find out more about Team Rubicon at https://team-rubicon.ca. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Podcast wherever you get yours from so that you don’t miss future episodes and be sure to check out the previous episodes with interesting members from right across the country. You may be surprised who is in the network and knowing who is the network makes the network work!

In this episode of the Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast especially for the members and prospective members of the Treble Victor Group, we talk with member Beni Reydman, founder of JAM Digital Solutions Ltd (https://www.jamdigitalsolutions.com) and soon to be founder of our new Winnipeg Chapter. In the conversation we learn about some of his start-up journey, being in business with friends and his hopes and plans for the Winnipeg Chapter. "I'm sick of being the only face in the middle" he says when looking at the locations of Treble Victor members. So, who does the network know in and around Winnipeg who might like to join Beni in building the Chapter and adding value to the former military business community in that area? You can learn more about the ADAM App that he mentions in the conversation here: https://www.adamapp.io

In this episode of the Treble Victor Podcast, the pod for Treble Victor members and prospective members, we talk with Natalie Archutowski a serving Reserve Marine Warfare Officer in the RCN who is also Director for Pinkerton. As we learn in the conversation both careers were inspired by her mentor. This is a great story of how finding, being inspired by and following the advice of a solid mentor can be transformational in any career. Learn more about what Pinkerton can do for you and your network at https://pinkerton.com and contact Natalie through the Treble Victor website https://treblevictor.org or through LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-archutowski/. Be sure to say that you learned about her and her work through the pod.

In this episode of the Treble Victor podcast we talk with lawyer and current reservist soldier, Rob Barnes. Rob shares some tips from what he has learned negotiating on behalf of corporate clients and how that can help anyone looking for a new job. Connect with Rob on LinkedIn or through the 3V website and ask him for help with your specific job negotiation situation.

In this short episode of the Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast for Treble Victor members and prospective members we get a quick run through the website with a particular focus on where members can access the library of past webinars and interviews with members. 2021 and 2022 presented us with an opportunity and necessity to move our meeting on-line where we were able to capture them for review by new members and those looking to move or help others move into specific sectors. Go to the News Tab on the website and click on Past Zoom Recordings to find the full library of content. We are sure that you will find a nugget of information in one (more likely all) of the recordings that will help you to find the next career or business growth step that you are looking for. Make sure that your member profile and business profiles are up to date on the website to help others to find you.

In this episode of the Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor Members and prospective members, we talk with Peter Lawless, CEO Invictus Games 2025. 3V Member, Samantha Roman joins Rupert Whiting to ask the full battery of Who, What, When, Where and How questions about participation, volunteerism and philanthropy when the Games come to Whistler and Vancouver in February 2025. Find out more and register for updates at https://invictusgames2025.ca

In this fourth episode of the second season of the Treble Victor podcast we talk to Brian MacDonald and discuss his very interesting and varied career that has covered, of course, military service, politician public service and now entrepreneurialism. Don't forget to update your Treble Victor profile and be sure to contact Brian if you want to know more about either of his current projects.

In this third episode in the second series of the Treble Victor Podcast, the pod especially for Treble Victor Members and prospective members, we get to talk to Justin Hackstone, who is a Sales Exec for Dooly. What is Dooly? You'll find out in the pod. If you are in sales, or your network involves people who are in sales then you might like to hear a bit about what Justin is doing. We include a quick visit to the 3V website and find some new jobs posted and, as always, encourage you to make sure that your profile on the 3V website is as current and complete as your LinkedIn one will no doubt be. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the pod wherever you get yours from so that you don't miss any future episodes.

In this episode of The Treble Victor Podcast, the pod especially for members and prospective members of the Treble Victor Group, we talk to Digital Marketing expert, Greg Potapenko. If you are in the early stages of your digital marketing journey you can go to Greg’s facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/enlisted2entrepreneur and learn a lot about how to get started. If you are more established and want to learn about how Greg’s extensive experience and network can super charge your online results then contact Greg directly. You can find him at the Treble Victor website https://treblevictor.org/users/3172877 or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpotapenko/ Like and Subscribe wherever you get your pods so that you never miss a future episode as we interview members and guests to make the network work!

In this first episode of the second series of the Treble Victor Podcast, the pod especially made for Treble Victor Members and prospective members, The Board Member responsible for Membership Matters, Tom Quigley talks about his role. There are calls to action for all members and the first installment of our Job-of-the-Week section, new for the second series. Don't forget to like and subscribe wherever you get your podcast from. Feedback (via linkedin or on the Treble Victor website) is always appreciated. What do you want more of, less of or something brand new?

In this twelfth and final episode of the first series of the Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, we talk to Caleb Walker of With You With Me. In the conversation he tells us why he left the army and what he's doing now to help service leavers gain valuable recognition for their skills and attributes as they seek civilian employment. Don't forget to like and subscribe or follow the Pod wherever you get it so that you don't miss out on future series. We already have one in the can so the next one will drop within a week or two.

In this 11th episode of The Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, host Rupert Whiting speaks to the amazing Samieh Walden. Getting to know Samieh is a must for all members who want to know who sits behind the email address membership@treblevictor.org. Samieh does so much for the Group and in the pod we learn about why she's so passionate about keeping the Group moving forward. We also learn what roles she covers for the Group and what she does when she's not keeping Chapter Leads and members honest on their to-do lists. Don't forget to subscribe to the pod wherever you get yours so that you don't miss future episodes, we have some amazing guests lined up including the organizing committee of the 2025 Invictus Games and members making a real difference in their fields. If you want to be interviewed for the pod so that members get to know you and what you do connect with Rupert Whiting via the Treble Victor Website. If you are a prospective member you can learn more about membership by going to www.treblevictor.org/pages/memberships

In this 10th episode of the Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast especially for Treble Victor members and prospective members, we revisit a conversation from the 2021 Webinar series. NHLer turned commentator and pundit who many will recognize from his extensive work on many media channels, Ray Ferraro sat down with his wife, the Hall of Fame women's hockey player Cammi Granato to discuss their very different journeys from high profile, high intensity careers into their post-playing lives and careers. It is fascinating to see the parallels and to learn how even though they were living under the same roof, they took the journeys very separately and very personally. Don't forget to like and subscribe for free wherever you find this podcast.

In this 9th episode of the Treble Victor Podcast, the podcast especially for members and potential members of the Treble Victor Group, we talk to Afton David, an Ottawa-based member bout her life as a lawyer and an NCM in the Infantry reserves. It's a fun, interesting and enlightening conversation that will be especially interesting to those thinking of employing a serving reservist. The link to Afton's fundraiser mentioned towards the end of conversation is: https://canadianrugbyfoundation.ca/index.php/support-a-fund/fundsrugbycanada/accelerate-fund/ Members can also contact her directly via the 3V website and non-members can contact her through LinkedIn.