The Relationship Advantage | Jon Love on Curiosity, Relevance & Enduring Success

The Relationship Advantage | Jon Love on Curiosity, Relevance & Enduring Success

In this episode of TMI | Tales From Movers & Influencers, Leanne sits down with Jon Love, Founder & Executive Chair of KingSett Capital, for a candid conversation about the lessons that shaped one of Canada’s most iconic real estate careers, and the principles that still guide how he leads today. Jon walks through his early start as a retail stockbroker (his real-world “MBA”), his rapid rise at Oxford Properties through multiple market cycles, and the mindset required to navigate uncertainty without losing optimism. He shares the “go dark” reset that helped spark KingSett, how values and culture become the real competitive advantage, and why the most underrated career skill is learning how to be curious and relevant in every room you enter. We also talk succession planning, leadership vs. management, the power of showing up in person, and why business leaders should speak up more, especially when it comes to Canada’s economic future. Topics include: * Jon's path from stockbroker > Oxford > building KingSett * The 3 "assets" that helped him lead through the early 90's downturn  * Why culture is values in action: integrity, transparency, respect  * Curiosity + relevance: the simplest framework for building relationships (and careers!) * Why "ideas before you enter the room" changes everything * Succession planning: empowering successors, sharing economics, migrating relationships  * Leadership vs. management (and the role patience plays)  * Why LinkedIn matters, and why business leaders should share their views

Building for the Middle | JB Agbasi on Purpose-Built Rentals, Servant Leadership & Vulnerability in the C-Suite

In this episode of TMI | Tales From Movers & Influencers, Leanne sits down with John Bosco (JB) Agbasi, Managing Director, Asset Management at Fengate. JB oversees all aspects of Fengate’s commercial and residential portfolios - leading asset management, leasing, and operations alongside investment strategy, capital raising, risk management, portfolio structure, fund management, analytics, and stakeholder relations, all while leading with a simple idea: great leaders are leaders that serve their team.  JB breaks down Fengate’s thesis on Purpose-Built Rentals and why the firm is intentionally focused on the everyday Canadian - new Canadians, students, and young families - where resilience and runway for growth are strongest. We talk culture (mentorship, 10,000 Coffees, Learning Days), building high-performing teams, and why returning to the office still matters for learning and setting yourself up for growth.  JB also shares a deeply personal story about the loss of his twins, Hope and Reign, and how vulnerability has shaped the way he shows up at work and at home, as a husband, father, and leader.  Topics include: *  Fengate’s Purpose-Built Rental strategy and focus on the everyday Canadian * Servant leadership and building teams that remove barriers to perform *  Mentorship in practice: 10,000 Coffees, Learning Day, and creating more leaders * Diversity of opportunity vs. Diversity of outcomes: getting the right voices in the room *  How a foundation of great mentors and a wide network of allies across the industry leads to success * Loss, vulnerability, and leading with more humanity * The importance of picking the right team, both personally and professionally

The Long Game | Heidi Tibben on Reinvention, Resilience & Embracing the Unknown

In this episode of TMI | Tales From Movers & Influencers, Leanne sits down with Heidi Tibben, Partner of Asset Management at Carttera, for a candid conversation on how to build a meaningful career in commercial real estate:  with grit, resilience, and the courage to embrace what’s next. From her beginnings in a small farming town to being a leader at an entrepreneurial real estate firm, Heidi shares what it took to learn the business from the ground up, including navigating unexpected turns, embracing change through uncertainty, the power of networking, and her personal values that have shaped her career to date. This conversation is real and raw. It’s about navigating the unknown, staying grounded through change, and knowing when to take the leap, even when the path isn’t clear. We also explore the realities of leadership, mentorship, and building a career you’re proud of, on your own terms. Topics include: * Carttera’s hands-on, entrepreneurial approach * Heidi’s journey from property management to partner * Why small teams move faster, and why that matters * Lessons from being let go and bouncing forward with clarity * Building your “personal board of directors” * The power of network, curiosity, and asking better questions * Redefining mentorship and work-life fulfillment * Real advice for newcomers, mid-career pros & anyone in transition

Scaling with Purpose | Aly Damji on Building Forum 5.0, Leading with Heart & the Realities of Growth

In this episode of TMI | Tales From Movers &Influencers, Leanne sits down with Aly Damji, Managing Partner at Forum Asset Management, to unpack what it really takes to scale a national real estate investment platform, with integrity, vision, and purpose. Aly opens up about his personal journey: from his early days in finance, to building Forum’s real estate vertical from the ground up during a pandemic, to the intentional choices that are shaping the firm’s culture and growth.  We discuss Forum’s strategic focus on niche sectors like student housing and self-storage and how their disciplined, contrarian approach has become a key competitive advantage in a crowded market. This conversation goes beyond real estate. It’s about values in action, learning how to lead without ego, and building something that lasts, without losing who you are along the way.  Topics include: * The evolution of Forum | Forum OG to Forum 5.0 as we know it today  * Forum's strategic focus on alternative assets, and growth during market uncertainty  * Why hiring for values, not just skills, builds stronger teams * Navigating rapid growth, risk and reinvention  * The power of clarity, alignment, and accountability in scaling a business  * How Forum balances entrepreneurial spirit with institutional discipline  * Building trust and chemistry across partners and stakeholders  * What Aly looks for in building his team, & his advice to rising talent

Helping Lead KingSett Capital | Rob Kumer on Leadership, Real Estate Investment & Lessons Along the Way

In this powerful episode of TMI | Tales From Movers & Influencers, Leanne sits down with Rob Kumer, CEO of KingSett Capital, Canada’s leading private equity real estate firm with over $18 billion in assets under management. Rob shares his 20-year journey from analyst to CEO, opening up about leadership, optimism through market cycles, and how KingSett’s focus on Canadian relationships has been its competitive edge. The conversation blends tactical insight with personal philosophy, making this a must-listen for anyone in real estate, business, or leadership.  Topics include: * How KingSett grew into a national platform * Why they remain 100% focused on Canada * Humility, hunger, and how not to get complacent * Rob’s views on market cycles, political barriers, and economic policy * The impact of mentorship and learning how to lead * Personal growth, stand-up comedy, and staying uncomfortable * Advice for the next generation of leaders