Employee engagement isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept—and in the latest episode of the Leadership Trademarked Podcast, we’re exploring exactly why. After hours of deep discussion, we’ve introduced a framework to help clarify what “engagement” really means in the workplace. Along the way, we unpack practical leadership strategies, discuss the impact of COVID-19 on social behaviour, and explore new ways to navigate uncertainty in today’s workforce. Our big revelation? Genuine engagement truly flourishes when leaders bring their full humanity to the table. Tune in to hear how our featured leaders use tangible tools and rituals to foster a more interconnected, human-centric environment.

In this episode of Leadership Trademarked, we sit down with Josie Scioli, a trailblazing leader recently retired from her role as Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, at the City of Toronto. Josie has been instrumental in shaping a "customer first" culture and implementing transformational change across critical divisions, from Corporate Real Estate Services to Technology Services and beyond.

With a distinguished career that bridges both public and private sectors—including senior roles at Bell Canada—Josie’s expertise in customer service, financial accountability, and talent management shines through.

Known for her commitment to empowering women and fostering workplace engagement, she has been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women by the Women’s Executive Network and the Sponsor of the Toronto Public Service Women's Network TONow.

Join us as Josie shares her insights on employee engagement!

Lina Tsakiris is an information and physical security expert and co-chair of the Canadian Insider Risk Management Centre of Excellence. With extensive experience in managing insider threats, she is dedicated to enhancing security practices through employee engagement and risk mitigation strategies.

Tsakiris is recognized for her leadership in developing frameworks that address both technical and human aspects of security, earning her accolades such as Canada's "Security Director of the Year 2021." Through her work, she continues to drive innovation in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of proactive risk management.

In this episode of Leadership Trademarked, Lina Tsakiris, co-chair of the Canadian Insider Risk Management Centre of Excellence, explores the crucial role of employee engagement in information security and security risk management. With her extensive experience, Tsakiris highlights how organizations can transform employees into proactive defenders against security threats by cultivating a culture of security awareness.

She shares actionable strategies for engaging staff at all levels, minimizing insider threats, and strengthening overall organizational resilience in the face of evolving security risks.