We are excited to present our first episode of Business Matters, presented by Island Savings, a First Division of West Credit Union. In this episode, host Rob Cupello welcomes guests Kendall Gross, president at Island Savings and Avery Brohman, CEO of Victoria Hospitals Foundations.
The Victoria Hospitals Foundation has been deeply intertwined with the local community since 1989 and has raised over $193 million through unwavering donor support.
“Strongest hospitals across Canada have the strongest philanthropy,” says Brohman.
With nearly two decades spent in the field of philanthropy, Brohman’s commitment resonates with a belief in the enduring power of giving back to uplift the future for all.
Gross has been in the banking industry for over 35 years and was drawn to Island Savings due to its profound involvement in communities with the added bonus of being located in Victoria, a city he and his wife longed to return to.
What sets Island Savings apart is its unwavering commitment to local decision-making processes, ensuring that the community's unique needs are heard and met.
Serving nearly 100,000 residents of Vancouver Island and Salisbury Island, their mission centers around investing in people and communities.
“When we invest in the community, for us it goes way beyond just cutting that cheque”, says Gross.
The partnership between Victoria Hospitals Foundation and Island Savings, runs deep within the culture of both organizations.
Island Savings has been supporting the Victoria Hospitals Foundation for over three decades, joining forces on significant initiatives such as expanding units at the Royal Jubilee Hospital.
“It's important to have a partnership where trust is at the centre," says Gross.
Looking ahead, Brohman and Gross envision a positive future filled with uplifting messages and increased support for hospitals and the community.
To discover more about the inspiring partnership between Island Savings and Victoria Hospitals Foundation, watch the full episode above or watch it on Youtube. Or you can listen to it on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
