The Culture & Leadership Exchange

Conversations with HR, People & Culture leaders shaping high-performance organizations.

Where HR and Leadership Meet Real Impact

The Culture & Leadership Exchange is a leadership and culture podcast spotlighting HR, People & Culture, Talent, and Organizational Development leaders who are building exceptional workplaces.

This podcast exists to elevate the voice of HR — not as administrators, but as strategic leaders driving culture, performance, and transformation.

Each episode features honest, practical conversations about what it really takes to build:

  • Strong organizational culture
  • Engaged and productive teams
  • Ethical, inclusive, and accountable workplaces
  • Leadership capability at every level

What Makes Us Different

What We Cover

  • Culture transformation
  • Leadership development
  • Employee engagement
  • Talent strategy
  • Change management
  • DEI & inclusion

Who This Is For

  • HR Directors & Heads of People
  • People & Culture leaders
  • Talent & OD professionals
  • DEI & Change leaders
  • Senior executives
  • Public-sector HR leaders

Why It Matters

  • Real-world insights
  • Strategic focus
  • Practical conversations
  • Culture & performance
  • Elevating HR’s voice
  • Actionable strategies
Your Host

Meet Ayo Owodunni

Management Consultant, Executive Coach & Leadership Strategist specializing in leadership development, organizational culture, productivity, and people-centric transformation.

CEO, Prime Target Consulting
Leads 12-month leadership, culture, and execution engagements focused on real implementation, accountability, and measurable results.

Author & Thought Leader
Author of Values, Culture, Period and Inclusive Leadership: The Immigrant View, exploring how leadership behavior, values, and culture drive organizational performance.

Canada HR Podcast Judge
Serves as a judge for the Canada HR Podcast, recognizing excellence in HR leadership, people strategy, and workplace culture.

Trusted Advisor to Global Organizations
Has worked with organizations including Spotify, Microsoft, Thomson Reuters, TMX Group, Hydro One, and CIBC, supporting leadership development, DEI, and culture transformation initiatives.


Recognized Media Contributor
Featured on CBC and CityNews Kitchener, sharing insights on leadership, workplace culture, and immigrant success in organizations.

Board Member & Community Leader
Serves on boards including Immigrant Networks and St. Jerome’s University (University of Waterloo affiliate), supporting leadership development and inclusion.

Associate Professor, Conestoga College
Designs and teaches courses in Corporate Innovation, Organizational Behavior, Strategy, and Leadership, bridging academic insight with real-world practice.

Keynote Speaker at Leading HR & Leadership Conferences
Has delivered keynote addresses and sessions at:

  • Southern Public Relations Federation Annual Conference – Alabama
  • Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Annual Conference – Burlington, Vermont
  • Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) Conference – Halifax, CanadaWorld Credit Union Conference – Vancouver, Canada
  • Leadership and HR forums across Canada, Kenya, and Nigeria

Global Perspective, Local Impact
Born and raised in Lagos, Nigeria, and based in Canada since 2016, Ayo brings international experience with deep understanding of African and North American organizational contexts.

Recognized Media Contributor
Featured on CBC and CityNews Kitchener, sharing insights on leadership, workplace culture, and immigrant success in organizations.

For Guests: What to Expect

We feature HR and People leaders who are driving meaningful change in their organizations.

Before the Recording

  • Short pre-interview                  questionnaire
  • Episode outline and                questions shared in                advance
  • Recording link and                  logistics                                   provided ahead of time

Technical Requirements

  • Quiet location
  • Stable internet                          connection
  • Quality microphone or            headset
  • Camera recommended         for clips and promotion

During the Episode

  • A relaxed, thoughtful             conversation
  • Focus on your                          leadership  journey,                culture work, and                    people practices
  • Episodes typically   run          25–35 minutes

After the Episode

  • Promotional graphics           and short clips for                   sharing
  • Opportunity to amplify            your work and                          perspective
  • Your insights become            part of a growing HR              leadership resource
Join the Exchange

If you are an HR or People leader driving culture, leadership development, or organizational transformation, we would love to feature your story.

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