what is a goal you achieved that you're proud of?

Raising two amazing girls (with Brian’s help of course).

what is something unique or surprising about you?

I am fascinated by airplanes.  I love to watch them fly and the sounds they make…probably why I really enjoy living in Richmond.

what is one of your biggest passions?

Hockey – I am a die hard Canuck fan since I grew up in Vancouver and have a older brother.  I secretly dreamed of becoming the first women NHL coach when I was younger….

what is the scariest thing you've ever done?

Snorkeled for the first time last year and loved it!  I am extremely claustrophobic – I can swim great – but sticking my head underwater while figuring out how to blow in that tube made me a bit crazy at first

what is your favourite way to sweat?

Right now it’s the 30min Hit – but a great game of tennis is an amazing way to spend the afternoon!

Each Monday we introduce people from all over the company to you. Who do you want to meet next?

what is one of your biggest passions?

Being in front of a crowd. Be it hosting an event, performing on stage, leading a workshop, or kicking some quads in my spin class - I just love giving energy to an audience. It totally makes me come alive and refreshes me after a long day. The world is a stage and I love being on it, baby!

what is a goal you achieved that you're proud of?

In my first year at UBC, I tried out for the UBC Rowing Team having never rowed before. To give you some context, UBC's rowing program has sent 73 participants to the Olympics and has brought home over 40 Olympic medals. I was playing with the big boys to say the least. Morning try-outs and practices consisted of running the Wreck Beach stairs (3 times) as part of a morning run, ERG tests, and rowing in freezing cold water until your hands grew tough enough to take it. After our first, and possibly last, novice regatta, the list of who would be joining the team that year got posted on the side of a shed. I can vividly remember walking up to that shed and scrolling my finger down the list of names. Number 23: Matt Corker. That was the start of my three year rowing career and some of the best memories (and life lessons) I've ever had.

what gets you up in the morning?

Jason Mraz. My love of this man's music and outlook on life is not a secret by any stretch of the imagination. For the past 3 years, my CD-alarm clock has woke me up by blaring his tunes. I have a little dance party in my bed before I even get up in the morning. It's great!

what is your favourite way to sweat?

Right now, I am on a spin class kick. I started teaching spin classes earlier this summer and now get my sweat on on the bike three times a week. That being said, I enjoy a good hot yoga class to balance out my routine (Moksha, Bikram, or YHot). I'm also training to run the BMO Vancouver Marathon in 4 hours - so check back with me in May to see how that went!

what does your role elevate lululemon?

I have the privilege of getting all our new hires excited about and ready for their roles at lululemon. You could consider me the Director of First Impressions for the Store Support Centre. I lead our on-boarding training and help deliver other development opportunities for them as well. When I'm not working with the new faces, I work with our managers who have been with us less than a year to provide them with the skills and resources to be the best manager (and person) they can be. In short, I help great people achieve their goals and live a life they LOVE!! (It's pretty much the best job ever.)

That was Matt in whirlwind! Find out more about the life he is loving to live here at his blog http://www.thatsacorker.com/

what is something unique or surprising about you?

I grew up in small town U.S.A. where we never locked our doors, rode our bikes everywhere, and where my first jobs included picking rocks in corn and bean fields, “walking” beans (involves walking the soybean field row by row and manually removing corn and other weeds), and de-tasseling corn (involves manually removing the pollen-producing top part of the plant).

what is one of your biggest passions?

Athletics – I love playing and watching sports (NFL football, U.S. college basketball, the Olympics, and the Tour de France).

what is the best place you've travelled to?

In 2007 I visited Peru and trekked to Machu Picchu.

how does your role elevate lululemon?

I get to create strategies that elevate our people which in turn elevates our business.

coolest thing about working with the people resources team?

I get to work with lots of people and am inspired by the people I work with who are doing amazing things that makes me want to do amazing things.

a goal you’ve achieved that you’re proud of?

I have completed 11 full marathons and am registered for my first Ironman triathlon race!

Each Monday we introduce people from all over the company to you. Who do you want to meet next?

Meet Alexis! Her smile is one of the first things you see if you visit the Store Support Centre - so take advantage of this ice breaker!

what is something unique or surprising about you?

People are going to laugh when I say this, but I would consider myself an introvert. I am a die-hard bookworm and nothing appeals to me more than taking an afternoon to learn about a subject I am curious about – it could be anything from political history to horticulture. I have a very random and voracious appetite for knowledge. And don’t even get me started about how much I adore online search engines!

what is one of your biggest passions?

Music. To me it is the most expressive, emotive, and joyful thing in the world. Nothing beats a good concert with close friends or a long drive with a killer album.

a goal you've achieved that you're proud of?

I am proud of transitioning from the last industry I worked in to where I am today. Prior to being at lululemon, I worked managing a very high volume restaurant in downtown Vancouver. I loved the pace of the work, the quirky and entertaining people I met and worked with, and the challenges I faced everyday – not to mention, the pay was great. But I didn’t love the hours or the lack of security I felt in my role. Switching industries is a daunting challenge – you wonder if you will be any good or if you are making the right decision. In the end, however, with risks come big rewards – and I couldn’t be happier with my decision.

what do you want to be remembered for?

I want to be remembered as someone who is kind and genuine, and who knows how to laugh. Laughing is important.

how does your role elevate lululemon?

Well first of all, I feel a little bit funny talking about “my” role because our department really operates as a single unit. We are a tight little squad, us facilities ladies! We do everything from shipping to building repairs to office moves to administrative duties. We elevate the business by facilitating all of the functional components at the Store Support Centre - if the office runs like clockwork, we have made the work environment better for everyone so they can focus on our stores. We also are the first impression of the SSC and take being warm and friendly face of lululemon very seriously…because we are very serious people. Riiiiigght.

what is the scariest thing you've ever done? Are you glad you did it?

The scariest thing I’ve done is stand near the edge of the cliff at the top of the Chief hike in Squamish. I don’t mind heights – I’ve been skydiving a few times – but for some reason being near the edge of big drops gives me the creeps. I know, I’m a sissy.

what is your favourite way to sweat?

My NEW favorite way to sweat is the Dailey Method. I have always loved running but have had problems with my IT band for the last couple of years. Dailey Method does wonders for toning and stretching your muscles, and gives fabulous results without being hard on your joints. Try it – I have never been a dancer (hard to believe, I know, considering my evident grace) but one class and I was hooked. [Editor's note: Like the sound of Dailey Method? Learn more about it here]

Each Monday we introduce people from all over the company to you. Who do you want to meet next?

Jurgen tearing it up on the trails!

what is one of your biggest passions?

My biggest passion is being outside. Whether I am hiking with my family, or riding the trails, I love being out outdoors! I’m only inside to update my Facebook status.

where is your favourite place in the world?

My favourite place in the world is Vancouver, BC… my home town (wooo hoooo!). I have traveled to a lot of different places around the world but I have to say the people, scenery and lifestyle is at its best here. Vancouver living means beach side to mountains in 20 mins. There are no shortage of activities to keep you outdoors, whether its hiking the Grind, running the seawall, or paddling in the ocean.

a goal you’ve achieved that you’re proud of?

Last year I completed my first 100km trail race just outside San Francisco. It was a lofty goal, and quite a bit further than distances I had completed in the past. I spent 5 months following a pretty intensive plan over the winter logging some big miles in the rain. The race day threw me a few curve balls but I was happy with my race and completed my goal in 13 and half hours. It was my most difficult athletic accomplishment to date but the goals keep getting bigger now that I’ve completed this one.

what gets you up in the morning?

Literally, my children. I have two great boys. One two-year-old and one three-month-old. Waking up and playing with my kids is my favourite thing in the world. By 10am on a Saturday I feel like I need to take a nap! I can barely keep up with my two-year-old. Every day they are both learning something new and it makes me appreciate my great life.

what is your favourite way to sweat?

My roots are in mountain biking and trail running. I grew up racing my mountain bike and switched over to running in the past years. Combining my love for the outdoors and passion for sweating, I am in my element doing what I love most! Throw in some mud and rain and you have a perfect outing.

how does your role elevate lululemon?

I recruit and help hire some of the most amazing talent around! Each and every person who joins lululemon brings a new level of energy and inspires their surroundings to make us even better at what we do. I feel privileged to be one of the people here who can share the lululemon story with the world. If you love living in greatness and want to elevate the world… call me!

If you don't have Jurgen's number, head over to our careers section to view job opportunities, and apply online!

Jurgen's picks:

• Run: Motion Pullover
• Smash Jacket
• Run: Response Short