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In this powerful episode of Gale Force Wins, host Gerry Carew sits down with Geoff Eaton, a two-time cancer survivor, social entrepreneur, and the founder of Young Adult Cancer Canada (YAC). Geoff shares his incredible journey from battling cancer in his early 20s to creating a support network for young adults facing similar challenges. He opens up about the transformative impact of entrepreneurship, the importance of family support, and how facing adversity can lead to meaningful growth.

From his personal experience with cancer to his mission in building a thriving community for young adults, Geoff’s story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the power of taking action. This episode dives deep into the value of peer support, the role of community, and the importance of taking risks to achieve one's dreams.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about overcoming life’s toughest challenges and creating something beautiful out of hardship.

0:00 - Welcome back to Gale Force Wins
0:11 - Gerry introduces the guest
0:24 - Gerry expresses excitement for the interview
0:49 - Geoff Eaton introduces himself and shares his background
1:57 - Geoff talks about growing up and education
2:33 - Entrepreneurial nature discussed
3:03 - Business school experience shared
3:22 - Gerry shares his own business school experience
3:52 - Influence of family in entrepreneurship
4:08 - Entrepreneurial background of Geoff's family
5:15 - Story of the Geoff's mother closing her store
6:05 - Gerry comments on the classy closure of the store
6:28 - Importance of celebrating business owners
7:26 - Importance of taking action in entrepreneurship
8:09 - Facing obstacles in business
9:13 - Emotional toll of business ownership
9:40 - Thoughts on entrepreneurship
10:04 - Reflections on luck and being Canadian
10:50 - Importance of entrepreneurship and small business
13:02 - Charity work and its importance
13:54 - The beginning of Young Adult Cancer Canada
14:53 - Geoff's personal cancer journey
16:04 - Starting RealTime Cancer
17:34 - Growth of the organization
19:01 - Bone marrow transplant story
20:05 - The evolution of Young Adult Cancer Canada
21:16 - First face-to-face retreats
23:02 - Success of fundraising initiatives
24:02 - Fundraising and its impact on growth
25:14 - Lessons learned from the organization’s growth
26:02 - Advice for cancer patients
28:08 - Importance of family support
29:03 - Family support during tough times
30:27 - Role of volunteers in the organization
32:04 - Importance of face-to-face connections
33:06 - Letting kids experience challenges on their own
36:04 - The importance of risk-taking
37:17 - Reflections on being an intense parent
39:02 - How tough experiences shape who we are
39:26 - Impact of losing a parent
40:05 - Future goals for Young Adult Cancer C

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