In this episode, Coach Che chats with visionary strategist and award-winning educator Angela Baines, Chair of the Advertising Program at OCAD University. Angela shares her groundbreaking journey as the first Black woman to lead the program in the university's 149-year history, and her bold mission to transform it, a mission that will surely motivate you.

From her father's 'What If?' mantra, a guiding principle that encourages imaginative thinking and problem-solving, to leading a DEI-infused curriculum, Angela speaks candidly about decolonizing creative education, building inclusive leadership, and sending OCAD students to the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2025. This episode is a masterclass in advocacy, resilience, and creating systemic change from within. Whether you're a student, educator, creator, or ally, this is a must-listen.

🎧 Listen now and discover:

• Why advertising needs more fun and representation
• How OCAD is training students to stand up, inside and out
• The real impact of inclusive leadership in creative industries
• How you can support the next generation of changemakers

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