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Integrate with a community of redemptive builders.

From Early Formation to Loving Well

Many journeys begin in unexpected places and experiences that shape how we see people, work, and leadership.

At this Startup Starters Huddle, we will hear from Alan Kearns, founder of CareerJoy, an award-winning national people-and-culture firm helping organisations make work better for Canadians.

Born in Ireland and raised in Canada by immigrant parents who discovered dignity and meaning through their work, Alan grew up with a deep conviction that work is more than a job — it is a place where people contribute, grow, and serve others.

That conviction led him to launch CareerJoy, which has partnered with more than 2,300 organisations, including Shopify, MNP, Fluevog Shoes, The Salvation Army, Military Family Services, and the Office of the Auditor General of Canada.

In this conversation, Alan will reflect on his entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned through decades of leadership development, and why aligning people with meaningful work matters more than ever today.

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Alan Kearns
Founder & Brand Champion, CareerJoy

Alan Kearns is the Founder and Brand Champion of CareerJoy, an award-winning Canadian firm dedicated to improving leadership, culture, and career development.

With more than 30 years of experience, Alan has helped thousands of leaders and professionals navigate work, leadership, and career transitions.

He is the co-creator of [LQ] Leadership Intelligence, a Canadian framework for developing leaders from the front line to the C-suite. Alan is an award-winning author, speaker, and media contributor, a Top 40 Under 40 honouree, and is currently completing a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership at the University of British Columbia, focusing on the economics of belonging.

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Thursday / Every Quarter

Next Huddle:
Thurs, April 16, 2026

Time:
Coffee Meetup:
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Program:
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Location:
Tyndale Commons,
Tyndale University

3377 Bayview Ave.
North York

Registration fee:
$35 +HST

Door Registration:
$40 + HST

Exchange insight.
Exercise accountability.
Gain inspiration.

Whether you're still exploring possibilities, have already begun your venture, or are ready to scale, there is value in being on this journey together.

The CRE hosts quarterly in-person event to gather entrepreneurial spirits—from ambitious hustlers and startup founders to seasoned venture-builders—into the same room as a like-minded community.

At the Huddle, you will hear inspiring experiences from Christian business leaders on what it means to lead a redemptive business and how it relates to their personal life. You will also meet like-minded entrepreneurs from different seasons of their business journey.

At the Huddle, you'll learn what it means to live out a redemptive life and lead a redemptive business. You'll hear inspiring stories from an experienced Christian business leader living it out. You'll get the opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs from different stages.

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