The Thrive team is an extraordinary blend of creatives, storytellers, and academics, each with our own unique story and individualized strengths. From seasoned educators and outdoor experts to talented writers and artists, we all share one common passion: a commitment to creating and inspiring ways to thrive. Together, we share our collective wisdom and experiences to empower others to embrace their fullest potential and embark on a path of thriving fulfillment. Read on to learn more about our main administrative team and the expertise they bring to our mission.
Meet Our Team
Terry Dubroy
Founder and CEO of Thrive
Terry is a loving father, husband, outdoors enthusiast, Ontario Certified Teacher, author, and natural leader. He has logged over 3500 kilometers between canoes and kayaks, through which many of his teachings and stories are inspired by. His passion to motivate, inspire, and challenge people's perceived limitations began over thirty years ago as a humble wilderness guide in Algonquin Park. Experience as an owner and operator of an outdoor adventure and leadership training company, as well as facilitating many diverse and innovative leadership programs for educators and business leaders, have been extremely valuable in teaching Terry many important lessons about leadership, trust, teamwork, commitment, innovation, authenticity, happiness, and love – all of which he embodies and imparts to everyone around him. At conferences, guest appearances, lectures, and program facilitation his listeners have often described him as a passionate and engaging storyteller who leaves his participants inspired, invigorated, and ready to challenge their comfort zones. Thrive is the culmination of Terry’s work and life experiences.
Jillian-Rae Picco
Content Architect
Jillian-Rae’s mission in life is to help individuals heal and thrive through her chosen craft of writing. She believes that people are at their best when unearthing authentic, universal truths – and gently challenging themselves to embody those truths over time. Her literary works, creative projects, workshops, and speaking engagements dive wholeheartedly into a meaningful range of themes for finding personal fulfillment at any age. These themes include, and are not limited to: coming of age, shadow work, stages of self-growth, and divine feminine wisdom. She is the recipient of an Honours Degree with Distinction in English Studies, and the author of many books in Thrive’s Walking the High Road series. An advocate for spiritual wellness and self-development, Jillian-Rae is an old soul and thinking introvert whose work gets people pondering their next steps, and bravely immersing themselves in their heart and soul center. To learn more about Jill’s story, explore more of her projects, and connect with her on social media, visit her official author website, www.jillianraepicco.ca.
Abbey Laferriere
Creative Director
Abbey is at her best when she is challenged and inspired to dream up and execute great ideas while taking on the roles of leader, problem-solver, developer, producer, and more. Her ambition and imagination are displayed through her creative direction in a variety of multi-media art areas such as illustration, photography, film, and graphic design. Her creative process is guided by the belief that intuitive and purposeful design can inspire ways to allow connections to form between intentions and reality. Abbey is passionate about finding ways to display the core messages of Thrive through artistic forms from both a logical and creative perspective; her goal is to create art that is insightful and beautiful, but also to have others connect with and be inspired by it. She excels in crafting work for clients, ensuring that it not only meets their needs but also leaves a lasting impact. Overall, Abbey creates work she loves and aims to inspire others to do the same.