From Early Formation to Loving Well – A Founder Conversation with Alan Kearns

Leading people is often the hardest part of building anything. 

You can have a strong idea, a growing business, and real traction— but still feel the weight of hiring, culture, and responsibility for others. 

At this Startup Starters Huddle, we invite you into a guided conversation with Alan Kearns, Founder and Brand Champion of CareerJoy. Born in Ireland and raised in Canada by immigrant parents who found dignity and meaning through their work, Alan developed an early conviction: work is not just a job—it is a place where people contribute, grow, and serve others. 

That conviction led him to build CareerJoy, an award-winning national firm that 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 live conversation, Alan will reflect on: 

• His entrepreneurial journey and key turning points 
• What he has learned from working with leaders across Canada 
• The real challenges of building organisations that serve people well 
• How to align people, culture, and responsibility in practical ways This evening is designed for founders, builders, and operators who want to lead people more clearly while continuing to build what they’ve been entrusted with.

Coffee Meetup: 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Program: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Registration fee: $35 +HST
Door Registration: $40 + HST

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