Canada’s Entrepreneur

In this interview, Corinne Pohlmann, Executive Vice-President of Advocacy of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, discusses the big challenges small businesses continue to face in Canada. Pohlmann talks about the looming repayment deadline for the Canada Emergency Business Account as well as the increases in employers’ payrolls with hikes for Canada Pension Plan and Employment Insurance. NEWS RELEASE No cost relief in sight for Canadians and small businesses as government hikes CPP and EI yet again Toronto, January 4, 2024 – As of Jan. 1, Canadians will be seeing a drop in their take-home income, while employers will face another increase to their payroll budgets due to Employment Insurance (EI) hikes and adding a second earnings limit to Canada Pension Plan (CPP) thereby hiking CPP, says the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB). These latest hikes increased payroll taxes for employers by up to $366 per employee, and up to $348 for workers. This year, total employer contributions for CPP and EI alone could amount to $5,524 per employee. “That’s a significant increase in the cost of labour for employers and puts them in an even tougher position, especially when many employees will be looking for a salary increase at the beginning of the year. Business owners may be forced to rethink their wage and hiring plans for 2024. And that is over and above other cost pressures small businesses are dealing with right now, such as the looming Canada Emergency Business Account repayment deadline,” said Corinne Pohlmann, Executive Vice-President of Advocacy at CFIB. Heading into 2024, most small businesses (77%) want governments to focus on addressing rising prices and the cost of doing business, while another 74% want governments to reduce the overall tax burden, according to a recent CFIB survey. If governments reduced the overall tax burden, over half (57%) of small businesses said they would increase employee compensation such as wages and benefits. CFIB is calling on Ottawa to work with the provinces to offset the CPP hikes, implement a 50:50 split in EI premiums between employers and employees, or introduce a refundable credit, similar to the 2015-16 Small Business Job Credit, to offset the rate increases for small businesses. With the carbon tax set to increase to $80 per tonne on April 1, the federal government should overhaul the entire carbon tax system by halting future carbon tax increases, immediately returning all promised funds to small businesses that paid into the tax and expanding the carbon tax exemption to all forms of heating fuels, including natural gas and other sources used by small business. “Ottawa is sitting on $2.5 billion in carbon tax revenue that it promised to return to small businesses, at the same time it’s providing large subsidies to multinational corporations, while small businesses and Canadians are struggling with the increased costs of living. Is this where government priorities lie?” Pohlmann said. “Ottawa must wake up and realize the impacts its recent decisions on CEBA and rate hikes will have on small businesses’ ability to continue to operate, much less compete.” Methodology: Final results for the Your Voice – December 2023 survey, conducted from December 7-19, 2023, number of respondents = 2,966. For comparison purposes, a probability sample with the same number of respondents would have a margin of error of at most +/-1.8%, 19 times out of 20. Final results for the Your Voice – November 2023 survey. The online survey was conducted November 2-20, 2023, number of respondents = 3,265. For comparison purposes, a probability samples with the same number of respondents would have a margin of error of +/-1.7%, 19 times out of 20. About CFIB The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses with 97,000 members across every industry and region. CFIB is dedicated to increasing business owners’ chances of success by driving policy change at all levels of government, providing expert advice and tools, and negotiating exclusive savings. Learn more at cfib.ca. Mario Toneguzzi Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada’s Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in 2021 as one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World by PR News – the only Canadian to make the list About Us Canada’s Podcast is the number one podcast in Canada for entrepreneurs and business owners. Established in 2016, the podcast network has interviewed over 600 Canadian entrepreneurs from coast-to-coast. With hosts in each province, entrepreneurs have a local and national format to tell their stories, talk about their journey and provide inspiration for anyone starting their entrepreneurial journey and well- established founders. The commitment to a grass roots approach has built a loyal audience on all our social channels and YouTube – 500,000+

In this interview, Tim Sanderson, Executive Vice President, Retail, for JLL Canada, discusses the real estate firm’s latest holiday shopping survey. Sanderson talks about how 39% of Canadians are looking for ways to save money this year, what retailers will benefit from that, and the preference of in-store shopping. PRESS RELEASE TORONTO, November 22, 2023— JLL released today the Canada Holiday Shopping Survey Report 2023, highlighting the preferences and behaviours of holiday shoppers across Canada. The report indicates that 39% of Canadian holiday shoppers prioritize saving money, while the remaining 61% expand their holiday budget to make the season more fulfilling for their loved ones. Despite inflation concerns, shoppers’ average holiday budgets increased by 16% from last year, with Canadians planning to spend an average of $1,049.00 on holiday related experiences, gifts, and merchandise combined in 2023. Clothing, shoes, and gift cards are the top choices for holiday gifts, with shoppers planning to visit a total of five stores and purchase seven different gifts on average. Moreover, the report reveals that shopping centers, restaurants, food courts, and movie theaters are the most sought-after destinations for holiday experiences. Shopping centres dominate as the preferred method of shopping, with 95% of holiday shoppers planning to visit them, an average of three times. Dining out at restaurants is also highly popular, with 93% of shoppers planning to eat out two or more times during the holiday season. As more shoppers plan to eat and/or drink in shopping centres, average dwell time continues to increase, reaching an average of 65 minutes this year. In 2021, average dwell time was 50 minutes. With fewer shoppers concerned about health and safety, short trips have become less popular. Half of shoppers plan to stay at a shopping centre between 30 and 90 minutes. The report indicates a preference for physical stores over online shopping, with big box and discount stores remaining highly popular among shoppers. However, deal-hunters tend to favor e-commerce platforms, with Amazon topping the list of preferred retailers in Canada. In terms of social media use for shopping decisions, YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram are the most popular platforms among Canadian shoppers. “A significant change in 2023 is the prioritization of emotional connection with loved ones through gifts and experiences,” said Tim Sanderson, Executive Vice President, Retail, JLL Canada. “Despite economic uncertainty, many will spend 30% of their budget on experience such as dining, recreation and travel.” Methodology The report surveyed 1,000 online respondents throughout Canada across gender, age, ethnicity, education, income, marital status, number of children, employment status, career, and province. The survey was conducted in English on October 24-25, 2023. To access the full Canada Holiday Shopping Survey Report 2023 and learn more about the findings, please visit jll.ca. About JLL For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with annual revenue of $20.9 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world, our more than 105,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com. Mario Toneguzzi Mario Toneguzzi is Managing Editor of Canada’s Podcast. He has more than 40 years of experience as a daily newspaper writer, columnist, and editor. He was named in 2021 as one of the Top 10 Business Journalists in the World by PR News – the only Canadian to make the list About Us Canada’s Podcast is the number one podcast in Canada for entrepreneurs and business owners. Established in 2016, the podcast network has interviewed over 600 Canadian entrepreneurs from coast-to-coast. With hosts in each province, entrepreneurs have a local and national format to tell their stories, talk about their journey and provide inspiration for anyone starting their entrepreneurial journey and well- established founders. The commitment to a grass roots approach has built a loyal audience on all our social channels and YouTube – 500,000+ lifetime YouTube views, 200,000 + audio downloads, 35,000 + average monthly social impressions, 10,000 + engaged social followers and 35,000 newsletter subscribers. Canada’s Podcast is proud to provide a local, national and international presence for Canadian entrepreneurs to build their brand and tell their story. #business #CanadasNumberOnePodcastforEntrepreneursentrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #re

Emily Hosie has a track record of effecting industry-shifting growth and success in the retail space through her tenure at fashion powerhouses, TJ Maxx, Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks Off Fifth, and Holt Renfrew. A dynamic millennial mom, Emily recognized a huge void in the baby gear retail market that was ripe for innovation, within a legacy industry in need of an update. Her solution for the industry was Rebelstork – a certified B Corp and purpose-driven company dedicated to creating a marketplace that connects brands and retailers to parents across North America. Her innovative AI-powered ecosystem enables frictionless movement of overstock, open box (store returns), and quality used baby gear between buyers and sellers. In four short years, Emily has brought her vision of a re-commerce and circular economy to life across two countries. To date, Rebelstork has saved over 180,000 pieces of baby gear from ending up in landfills and instead into the homes of parents across North America at a fraction of the original retail price. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

In 2017, Sean Alexander and his family built a home in the new community of Harmony, a lake community just west of Calgary. For a side business, outside of his oil & gas career, Sean began importing Standup Paddleboards (SUPs) to sell to his neighbours out of his garage in late 2019, branding them KAILANI. Shortly after that, he realized not everyone wanted to paddleboard, so he expanded his product range and began manufacturing and importing brightly coloured coolers and started initially selling them to his Friday night shinny hockey team. In early 2020, he found himself laid off from his job in the oil and gas sector, and that’s when he decided to go all in on his idea of starting an outdoor lifestyle company. Eight months later, following a 7-day road trip through the interior of BC, he had secured $130,000 in purchase orders for his colourful collection of coolers, landing him a $1M investment with an Alberta-based private equity group. On November 2, Sean appeared in episode 7 of Season 18 on Dragons’ Den and secured a $1,000,000 deal with Wes Hall, $500,000 for 15% of his company and an additional $500,000 as an Operating Line of Credit. You can view the segment at https://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/pitches/kailani. Today, he is selling coast-to-coast in over 200 retailers, 120 Pro Shops, 50 Promotional Marketing Companies and successfully selling in his Amazon Canada Storefront. He is an Official Partner with PGA Alberta and as of Nov 28th, 2023, and just signed a 3 year Agreement as a National Partner with the CPRA, Canadian Professional Rodeo Association, which is the sanctioning body for Pro Rodeo Events in Canada with 1100+ Athlete Members. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Emily Ward is the co-founder of Canada’s leading global influencer talent management agency Shine Talent Group. Emily transformed her PR agency (which she had for 10+ years) into a full influencer talent management agency. In this session we discuss, knowing when to make a change, knowing when it's time to bring on a business partner, and how to find the right person. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

As a highly accomplished senior executive with 30 years of international experience across multiple industries, Rhea Dubois-Phillips has a track record of building and leading strong teams, advising C-Suite, and managing integrated campaigns to promote and protect reputation, revenue and business objectives. She is a respected leader, motivator, and strategist with the ability to empower employees and transform businesses. Rhea draws on her extensive experience living and working abroad, including 15 years working across Asia in key markets such as Hong Kong, Beijing, Jakarta, Seoul, Singapore, and Tokyo, where she provided senior counsel to major blue chip companies including ING, Lehman Brothers, LG, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Phillips, the Russian Space Agency, Samsung, and Starbucks. In her most recent professional chapter, Rhea Dubois-Phillips dedicated two decades to Edelman, the world’s largest private PR agency. Her journey unfolded across six of Edelman’s offices in Asia, culminating in her role as the accomplished General Manager of the Vancouver office. Here, she skillfully navigated a thriving business spanning diverse sectors and specialties. Rhea’s leadership was instrumental in curating a dynamic portfolio of clients, including Colliers, QuadReal, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Coast Capital Savings, eComm 911, Prospera, Westminster Savings, BC Ferries, Canfor, LNG Canada, City of Surrey, and more. Her legacy is her prowess to cultivate profitability, nurture client relationships, and build cohesive teams that transcend geographical boundaries. Rhea’s extensive experience positions her as a seasoned expert in the dynamic realm of public relations, solidifying her reputation as a collaborative industry leader. Rhea holds a Master’s of English from the University of London, a Diploma from the University of Paris, Sorbonne, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia. In 2022, Rhea was named one of Business in Vancouver’s most influential leaders in marketing, public and media relations. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Aditya Dutta, Co-Owner of Monki Breakfast Club & Bistro in Calgary, is a seasoned entrepreneur who has led and helped startups in the hospitality, fashion and real estate industries. An engineering graduate of McGill University, Aditya loves innovation and is now following his childhood passion of revolutionizing the hospitality industry in Calgary, Alberta. A Management Consultant by trade, he worked for more than three years in the Business Strategy and Transformation teams encompassing many industries. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

As country leader for Sage in Canada, Mark Hickman helps to empower Canadian businesses by simplifying workflows to break down barriers and achieve growth. With more than 20 years of experience at the executive management and leadership-levels, where he consistently grew revenues at leading organizations, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge essential to successfully navigate the channel, partner, and SMB landscapes in Canada. As a leader, Mark looks to empower colleagues, partners, and customers to seek out solutions through creativity and innovation. As VP of Research and Public Policy for the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, Matthew Foss helps position Indigenous business at the focal point for strengthening Indigenous communities and promoting prosperous relationships. Foss has ample years of experience in consulting management and mentorship with entrepreneurs. The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business provides key resources and learning opportunities for Indigenous businesses across the country. Company social links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sagesoftware.canada/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sage_Canada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatsage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-software/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CanadianCouncilforAboriginalBusiness Twitter: https://twitter.com/ccab_national Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ccab_national/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ccab-national Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Cate & Levi was founded in 2008 after the CEO & Founder's first son Levi was born. Although Josh Title graduated from law school and practiced corporate law, "making" has always been his true calling. His mom is an avid crafter and father a committed and successful small business owner. You may say that Josh is the perfect marriage of both! As Josh and his wife awaited the birth of their first child, he noticed that there was a lack of one of a kind, responsibly made, and beautifully designed products for children. He decided to create a unique collection of products that would be intricately crafted and environmentally responsible. Josh started by designing a handful of stuffed animals made from upcycled sweaters. These quickly became their signature pieces distributed and collected around the world. The Cate & Levi Collection is handmade at Josh's studio in Toronto, Canada. Together with his talented production team, he oversee every aspect of this collection. All the materials are sourced as close to home as possible. This process cuts down on shipping and reduces the carbon footprint. Cate and Levi produces three distinct product lines: One Of A Kind Reclaimed Wool Finished Products, DIY Wool Crafting Kits, and Softy Polar Fleece Finished Products. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Cordell Jacks is CEO, co-founder, and General Partner at Regenerative Capital Group (RCG). Prior to launching in 2022 with his business partner Mike Miller, Cordell was an executive at several cleantech companies focused on global circular economy initiatives. He was also Founder & Global Director of an international NGO initiative focused on market-development programs. He’s spent the majority of his career creating innovative social finance mechanisms for environmental and social impact. Cordell is the recipient of several international accomplishment awards, including the Dubai International Award for Best Practices, INDEX: Design to Improve Life Award, and The Lipman Family Prize. He’s based on Vancouver Island. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Réjean Gauthier est le guide qui accompagne les entrepreneurs et les gestionnaires d'entreprises dans ses entrevues. Son émission est axée sur l'échange de savoir, la collaboration et l'épanouissement personnel & professionnel. Réjean a le bonheur d’échanger avec des gestionnaires et entrepreneurs de tous les domaines. Plus de 560 entrevues depuis 2017, qui se sont déroulées telle une discussion entre amis, sans prétention et dans une atmosphère détendue. https://www.danslajungledesaffaires.ca/fr Durant son cheminement professionnel, Réjean a fondé 14 entreprises et ce dernier compte maintenant un réseau de plus de 16 000 acteurs du monde des affaires. Il est l'auteur des Best Sellers Dans la jungle du réseautage tome 1 en version originale et Dans la jungle du réseautage tome 2 qui s'adresse aux étudiants post-secondaires. Réjean est propriétaire la maison d'éditions KARR 4.0. https://karr40.com C'est en 2013 qu’il créé le concept de formations et conférences « Dans la jungle du réseautage » afin de partager ses expériences de réseautage d'affaires. Ce que les participants lui disent le plus souvent après une conférence ou une formation, c'est que son message est pratique, présenté de façon simple et surtout d'une manière très ludique. Il dit répète souvent que l'important c'est d'avoir du plaisir. Il est diplômé deux fois du programme international « Dale Carnegie Training » et il est aussi consultant certifié auprès de Nova Global. Pour en apprendre davantage sur lui, consultez rejeangauthier.com #coach #coaching #formation #entrepreneurensérie #podcast #québec Les entrepreneurs sont l’épine dorsale de l’économie canadienne. Pour soutenir les entreprises canadiennes, abonnez-vous à notre chaîne YouTube et suivez-nous sur Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn et Twitter. Vous voulez rester au courant des derniers podcasts et actualités #entrepreneur? Abonnez-vous à notre newsletter bimensuelle.

Brad Warren is the CEO and Founder of Our Invisible Empire, a company dedicated to assisting entrepreneurs and small businesses. His passion revolves around helping entrepreneurs surmount challenges, with a strong belief that solutions can be found for almost any business problem. Brad's leadership principles emphasize self-awareness, working diligently, remaining adaptable, and executing consistently! In Brad's own words, Our Invisible Empire is on a mission to "keep as many small businesses alive as possible, so that all of our kids aren't working for Amazon in 20 years from now!" Brad and his team embarked on this journey starting out in a pandemic and a recession, with a clear objective of simplifying the path for struggling business owners and emerging entrepreneurs. Brad's own personal journey highlights his dedication to entrepreneurship and business support. He began his career with an opportunity to transition from hands-on work to a management role at a young age, working closely with his mentor, the founder of a retail service business, for nearly a decade. This experience exposed him to various aspects of business, from sales and operational management to financial data tracking, forecasting, marketing, and scaling. As the company expanded across different cities and provinces, Brad's role grew, eventually leading to his position as a shareholder and General Manager, with scaling and expansion becoming his passion. Brad's path took a significant turn when he partnered with his wife, who is a CPA accountant and Founder of White Raven Accounting. Recognizing the combined breadth of their expertise in small business needs, they established Our Invisible Empire. Their motivation is evident — to create opportunities and support small businesses in Alberta's competitive market. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Nathasha Vandenhurk is CEO and co-founder of Three Farmers Foods Inc., a privately held corporation based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, which is a trusted brand known for providing foods with natural goodness. Functioning as an integrated organization, Three Farmers delivers nourishing food in a sustainable manner, adhering to the principles of Canadian farming. Their products are minimally processed to showcase their inherent nutritional value and taste, ensuring that consumers can enjoy delicious food that is genuinely wholesome. Dedicated to promoting healthier lifestyles and encouraging better food choices, Three Farmers Foods is a forward-thinking food manufacturer with a strong focus on utilizing locally sourced ingredients to enhance food security within Canada. Driven by a vision of a more nutritious future, the company remains committed to crafting minimally processed snacks that empower consumers to prioritize their well-being. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Gary Martin is a dynamic and uplifting musician who brings authenticity, excitement, deep expression, and emotion to his performances. Focusing on a personal connection to his audience, engaging and interacting with them, Gary leaves them invigorated, inspired, and motivated creating a memorable experience they will always remember and share. A passionate and spiritual performer Gary is there to soothe your soul and have you coming back for more. Gary is an authentic Chicago blues musician, martial arts master, and inspirational speaker. He has used his gifts of music and martial arts in speaking with over 2 million students across North America. Gary Martin inspires and motivates youth in making positive changes in their lives. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

The Tattons are the co-founders of BReD, a B Corp-certified vegan sourdough bakery located in the premier ski and mountain bike resort of Whistler, BC, Canada. The bakery specializes in sourdough and vegan baked goods. Their new debut cookbook, also called BReD, is an homage to the Tattons' bakery and mission to inform and provide their community with cruelty-free food. ED TATTON (he/him) is a professional chef who has been to culinary college and worked in high-end kitchens in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, but now specializes in making organic naturally leavened sourdough. As co-owner of BReD–Organic Sourdough with his wife Natasha, Ed leads a small bakery team, making and baking bread, pizza dough, and other small baked goods. These days, Ed’s food is compassionately vegan, a movement he is passionately excited to be part of and help grow for the benefit of people, animals, and the planet. NATASHA TATTON (she/her) is an English teacher turned bakery manager, animal rights advocate and co-founder of BReD–Organic Sourdough, a B Corp-certified 100% plant-based café/bakery in Whistler, BC. Natasha has taught English all over the world but now leads a small front-of-house team of cashiers and baristas. She has ventured into various food and beverage roles, nurturing her desire to establish a vegan eatery to provide more compassionate food choices for people. The bakery specializes in sourdough loaves and sourdough cinnamon buns complete with house-made vegan cream cheeze frosting, and has many other sweet and savory vegan treats which are made using locally sourced, seasonal and organic ingredients. Everything is made in-house and baked fresh daily and served alongside their specialty beverage programme. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Aeryon Ashlie is a holistic nutritionist, author, keynote speaker, and founder of Aeryon Wellness Support Supplements. Her female-focused brand is a result of 25+ years of personal experience with eating disorders, hormonal imbalance, weight management, stress, and sleep issues. With a mission to "Empower Women with Holistic Health," Aeryon Wellness is a place where women are supported throughout their journey to sustainable health and wellness. In 2021, Aeryon Wellness was featured on CBC’s Dragons Den, walking away with three offers and a deal with Arlene Dickenson. It was her innovative use of QR codes on each label and her passion for her calling that landed her the opportunity. In 2022, the newest product from Aeryon Wellness "Up and Away," North America's first 100% boric acid vaginal suppository kit, won The Canadian Health Food Association’s Innovative Product of the Year. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

As someone who loves the outdoors, problem-solving, and helping others, Guita Yazdani started Campertunity, which is like Airbnb but for camping. Born and raised in North Vancouver, where Campertunity is based, Guita loves biking, dragon boating, and hiking...but mostly on rainy days when our rainforests are at the peak of freshness! She endeavours to make the outdoors easily accessible to everyone because everyone has the right to be in nature. With anxiety and depression on the rise, it's her mission and passion to offer a healthy vacation option to millions who need it, which is camping. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Michael Okoye is the co-founder and CEO of ADAM (All-life Digital Asset Manager). Michael began his remarkable journey with a life-altering near-death experience at the age of 15, which instilled a determination to look beyond the present and envision a future shaped by innovation. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Victoria Marshman is a passionate and driven entrepreneur, marketer, community leader and dance educator. Born and raised in Scarborough, Ontario, she has operated and scaled two 6-figure companies since 2015, and has helped raise over $250k for local Canadian charities through charitable events. Recently, Victoria has Co-Founded Mave & Chez: a luxury ergonomic slipper brand designed for women, by women. The brand successfully launched on Kickstarter in October 2022, with over 425 pre-orders and was selected as a "Project We Love" by Kickstarter. The brand has already scaled to 6-figures in just a few short months in the market. Catch Mave & Chez on the next season of Dragon's Den this fall. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Helen Kontozopoulos is the Co-Founder and Chief Tech Evangelist of ODAIA Intelligence, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) company that develops technology platforms focused on enhancing sales and marketing effectiveness. With 20 years of experience in the technology space, Helen has established herself as a prominent thought leader in the North American health technology industry and startup ecosystem. Helen's primary mission is to address the disparities in AI/ML adoption within the pharmaceutical sector. Helen is also an adjunct professor and accomplished speaker. Helen co-founded the University of Toronto's Department of Computer Science Innovation Lab. She has taught entrepreneurship, research commercialization and startup creation. Helen still teaches part-time in the areas of product development, design, and entrepreneurship at the University of Toronto. lives with technology. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Creative storytelling and cultivating relationships to enhance brands - Calgary, Canada’s Podcast Melanie Nicholson is an award-winning communications strategist with nearly 20 years' experience in strategic communications, public relations and broadcast journalism. She has excelled in roles within post-secondary education, tourism and the ski industries, with a primary focus on creative storytelling and cultivating relationships to enhance a brand. She's the owner of MLC & Co., a boutique communications agency in Calgary, Alberta. Melanie has received several awards for her communications work, including a Gold Award of Excellence from the Canadian Public Relations Society, a Gold Quill Award from the International Association of Business Communicators, and recognition from PR Daily's Nonprofit PR Awards. https://www.melanielynncommunications.com/ Instagram: @mlcsocial Facebook: @mlcsocial LinkedIn: @melanie-lynn-communications Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-a-theory/id1682081431 https://open.spotify.com/show/6NBchSqVbQ0DScaYrsNZvc https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9OQXBBcU92cw https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d9cd5ed1-6db8-451a-b0b4-11ab8c507b3e/it's-a-theory Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Building on over two decades as a corporate leader and CEO, Callie B. Elwayns founded YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Sandra Bueckert-Davison is an industry-recognized, award-winning personal training pioneer in the city of Calgary. In the eighties, unlike now, personal trainers were a luxury for celebrities and movie stars. In 1989, 23-year-old Sandra Bueckert wondered: what if she used her knowledge as an award-winning athlete to show regular, everyday folks how to get better results in the gym—One-On-One? Sandra was no stranger to hard work, and she saw a need. "When I was working out, people would constantly ask me for advice," she says. "Eventually I realized that maybe I could turn my passion for fitness into a business." One of her first clients was a chef who had gained 40 pounds. After helping him to trim down, his wife asked her to help her get her body back post-pregnancy. The referrals kept coming. It didn’t hurt that Sandra was funny, finds people fascinating and had a natural way of connecting with them. She also has personal familiarity with her clients’ experience. She had had two sons and weighed well over 200 pounds during her pregnancies. Losing the weight allowed her to empathize with her clients. She knows what it’s like to run a business, have children and struggle to find time to exercise and eat well. She dropped 70 pounds in 2005 and returned to the competitive arena after a 15-year layoff! Competing also helped her handle her mother’s death from breast cancer. She won her class, earned her pro-card and CTV awarded her the Athlete of the Week. Sandra is widely known for her appearances on CTV and for the acclaimed X-weighted television series. "I won’t sacrifice someone’s health for results," she says. Celebrating 34 years as Calgary’s original personal trainer, 57-year-old Sandra and her talented trainers love working with clients who want to fight aging every step of the way. Accolades: Besides being a fitness expert for CTV, Sandra has been interviewed by QR77 Radio, CBC Radio, Breakfast Television, The Globe and Mail, the Calgary Chamber of Commerce magazine, CityScope magazine, Avenue magazine, IMPACT magazine, and the Calgary Sun. One On One Personal Fitness was featured in a twelve-week series by the Calgary Herald. Sandra has also appeared twice on the front page of the Calgary Herald Real Life section. Most people recognize Sandra from the X-weighted television series on the Slice network. She was also featured in the LA Times. In July of 2023 Sandra was the guest on Hit Play Not Pause: Feisty Menopause podcast. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Thierry Joubert, investisseur immobilier détenant 32 millions d’actifs et 245 logements en partenariat, est reconnu pour son expertise en création de valeur dans la détention d'actifs immobiliers à long terme. Travailler c’est bien, mais collecter c’est mieux. L'entrepreneuriat est avant tout un véhicule qui lui permet de poursuivre son plus grand projet : un système d’éducation adapté à la réalité d’aujourd’hui. Comment inspirer des ACTIONSSS pour la prochaine génération? 1800 industrialisation, 2023 informations, pourtant notre système d’éducation n’a pas évolué. Il met actuellement tout en place pour créer une nouvelle école où on apprend à se tromper et s’entraider pour se relever. Il rêve d’une société qui développe des citoyens heureux d’apporter une valeur à la communauté. #Affaires #éducation #immobilier

Just two years after settling in Vancouver from the east coast of Australia, Danielle Riddle identified a lack of customer service in the corporate travel industry leading her to create a customer first, corporate travel company based in Western Canada, Inspired Travel Group. She is passionate about simplifying work travel by providing personalized customer support. Beyond her company, Danielle lives out her dream of travelling to top destinations and accommodations, ultimately allowing her to help others travel seamlessly. #DanielleRiddle - CEO Inspired Travel Group #worktravel #womeninbusiness #womenentrepreneur #corporatetravel Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

"Pick a big industry where you can grow a big business that's got a lot of runway. Early on in my career I got that advice, and that helped me think about what was the business. The one is it needed to be big." Clive Kinross is CEO of Propel Holdings. A seasoned entrepreneur with a history of building successful and innovative technology businesses. Clive founded Propel in 2011 with a mission to provide access to credit for underserved consumers overlooked by traditional banks. Clive is an accountant by trade, but an entrepreneur at heart. Over the last decade, Propel has helped over a million customers access credit and in doing so has achieved profitable, sustainable growth. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

In today’s podcast, we talk about ‘Weology: How everybody wins when we comes before me’, based on themes in The Globe and Mail’s bestseller book authored by Peter Aceto. Peter Aceto is a globally recognized and respected business leader, author and speaker, currently focused on reversing the epidemic of quiet quitting through caring, compassionate leadership. As a founder and investor in multiple technology companies, Peter devotes much of his time to the technology, innovation and startup ecosystem by serving as a mentor and advisor to Canadian startups. Peter just completed a 2 year "turning around" of the operations of one of Canada’s largest mortgage brokerages, The Mortgage Alliance Company of Canada – rebuilding its management and sales teams, implementing operational processes, making significant technology enhancements and leading the company to its best financial performance. Previously, Peter was a founding member of Tangerine (formerly ING DIRECT)’s senior leadership team helping transform ING Direct from a monoline savings bank to Canada’s most preferred "everyday" bank, ultimately leading to the 2012 $3.1 billion acquisition of ING DIRECT by Scotiabank. Peter also had a short tenure leading a Canadian medical cannabis company, is a Board member of the Sinai Health System Foundation, was a member of the Council of Governors of iCanada dedicated to helping Canada become a world leading "intelligent nation." We invite you to follow Peter on Linkedin. Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteraceto LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peteraceto Twitter: https://x.com/peteraceto?s=21&t=jsHgN06uZ6uA8St0YD96mQ [email protected] Categories: Business, Coaching, Finance Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

"Surrounding myself with good people, creative people, optimistic people has been the key. They're telling me things all the time that motivate me and keep me going." Shane Murphy is CEO of Ownr, a venture of RBCx that makes it easier and more affordable for businesses to incorporate, register and confidently handle ongoing legal compliance, for Canada's Podcast as I think he’d be a great fit. With almost a decade of experience as a lawyer, Shane initially co-founded Founded Technologies in 2017 as an innovative, all-in-one technology platform that provided businesses with the ability to automate sophisticated legal tasks such as incorporations, equity management, and legal agreements. Founded was acquired by Ownr in 2020, with Shane moving into the role of COO. He has since moved into the role of CEO. To date, Ownr has helped over 100,000 Canadians launch a small business. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Karly Gramlich is the Founder and CEO at Upper District; a Canadian-based sustainable luxury fashion and accessories brand. She describes herself as unapologetically unconventional. Despite growing up as a farmer's daughter and miles away from the luxury scene, her ambitious personality took hold and Upper District was born. She sought to outfit those who have worked relentlessly to achieve their goals, despite an unconventional background. Those who have worked tirelessly through trials and tribulations, only to persevere and reach success. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Findependence Day is a financial primer that uses classic fiction structure to impart core financial concepts to young people just embarking on the working world and raising a family. Findependence is a contraction of Financial Independence, so Findependence Day is the moment sometime in the future when your income from all sources exceeds the income you could get from a single employer. As an entrepreneur Jon runs FindependenceHub.com, is author of Findependence Day and co-author of Victory Lap Retirement. Personal finance columnist for National Post 1993 - 2012, Editor-in-Chief MoneySense Magazine 2012 - 2014. Currently Investing Editor at Large for MoneySense, Jon also writes its monthly Retired Money column. https://twitter.com/JonChevreau https://mstdn.ca/@jonchevreau https://www.threads.net/@jonchevreu https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonchevreau/ https://findependencehub.com

Lloyed Lobo, an entrepreneur, podcast host and community builder, experienced the Gulf War as a young refugee in Kuwait, witnessing the strength of community in evacuating the population to safety. As the co-founder of Vancouver based fintech platform Boast.Al, he leveraged the Community-Led Growth model to bootstrap the company to eight-figure revenue and secure over $100m in capital, while also co-founding Traction, a community empowering over 100k innovators through connections, content, and capital. Lloyed is also the author of ‘From Grassroots To Greatness: 13 Rules to Build Iconic Brands with Community Led Growth’ (foreword by Jason Lemkin), which covers tactical advice from community-led businesses both big and small, such as Apple, Harley Davidson, Nike, Crossfit, HubSpot, and many more to help readers attract passionate and devoted fans of their own. The book topped Amazon’s new release charts in various categories, including Startups and Business Technology, within mere hours of its pre-sale launch. Lloyed has been covered in Fox Business, Techcrunch, SF Business Journals, Forbes, and several other publications. He has also been a speaker at more than 100 conferences and podcasts including SaaStr, Entrepreneurs on Fire, Marketing School, Mixergy, TearSheet, MarTech Podcast, and Success Story. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Robert Saunders is the Founder & CEO of Doormat, a tech company that wants to make real estate transactions dead simple. Buying and selling properties in Canada shouldn't be so complicated. Doormat is on a mission to simplify the process by pairing modern technology with top-tier service. A creative and self-motivated engineer and entrepreneur, Robert has always been driven to build products that excel in other people’s lives and has a deep passion for technology. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

With 30 years of experience in the industry, Deneen Allen understands the unique challenges of Indigenous, rural and remote tourism development in Canada. She's deeply committed to making stories of place and culture come alive for guests and their hosts. Lodges, camps, glamping, parks, hotels, food concepts, Indigenous cultural spaces and places - these are just some of the businesses that Deneen has contributed her experience to. Her extensive industry knowledge in tourism and hospitality design, product development, operations, marketing and finance has been parlayed into her two business ventures: Pure North Canada, a leading tourism and hospitality consultancy, and Firecircle, an innovative digital business accelerator and mentorship platform that has helped dozens of individual tourism entrepreneurs in their business start-up and growth. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Monica Kretschmer is the Founder and CEO of the Universal Womens Network™️️ Inc, Women of Inspiration™️️ and SupportHER™️️ . Her mission is to connect, inspire and empower one billion women. Monica is a visionary, global influencer and disruptor with passion and an unwavering commitment to drive change for women to be seen, heard and valued. Her personal story of resilience of the "The Seven Year Journey" in the court system with 4800 hours litigation, 22 days led her to her bigger purpose to create the Universal Womens Network and the Women of Inspiration™️️ Awards to recognize the achievements of women who lead, inspire and motivate. The Women of Inspiration™️️ Awards have grown from single award honoring one woman to celebrating over 1,000 women from diverse industries, ages and stages of life reaching 5 continents. Monica believes every woman has a story. Your story does not define you; it empowers you. Since 2015, Monica has built a recognizable brand across North America. The Universal Womens Network™️️ is a media company committed to the advancement of women and inspiring change for equality by unlocking the ripple effect to advance women, to strategically partner with companies committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, to welcome men to the conversation as allies and SupportHERs. She is the creator of SupportHER™️️ (elevating male allies as champions for women in their networks, workplaces, and communities), the host of the Women of Inspiration™️️ Podcast, publisher of the UWomen Magazine™️️ and Women of Inspiration Driving Change Book Forbes Contributor and 2022 LinkedIn Top Voice for Gender Equity. During the pandemic, Monica published the first edition of the Women of Inspiration – Women Driving Change book featuring 100 inspiring women from diverse industries which coincide with the launch of graphics trucks with the faces of contributors across North America. The second edition of Women of Inspiration™️️ Changemakers will be released in the spring of 2024. Monica is a native Calgarian, proud mom to her son and future SupportHER, dog momma and believes in living life to the fullest. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Kerri Isham is a knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate educator, coach, and facilitator dedicated to excellence and committed to the empowerment of people of all ages. Her primary goal is to make exploring sexual health fun and meaningful and alleviate the shame and embarrassment sometimes associated with this topic. Kerri runs Power Up Education, based out of Nanaimo, specializing in sexual health education for preschool to Grade 12. Her three main areas of focus are sexual abuse prevention, supporting children, youth, and adults with support needs, and the impact of pornography viewing on children and youth. Kerri completed the Sexual Health Educator’s Certification program in June 2011 with Options for Sexual Health in Vancouver. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

C'est en 2015, suite à ma diplomation de l’Université Laval à Québec, que je débuta ma carrière professionnelle en tant que responsable ressources humaines pour un groupe de résidences pour aînés pour lequel je travaillais depuis 3 ans. Ayant démontré un fort engagement et une persévérance à gravir les échelons, en moins d’une année, je devins responsable régionale du recrutement pour l’Est du Québec. Lors de cette expérience, j’acquiers plusieurs aptitudes dont la gestion de groupe, et ce, dans le cadre de journées de formation pour intégration en milieu de travail. Ayant comme objectif ultime de carrière de devenir directrice de résidence pour aînée, j’obtiens en 2018 une offre pour devenir directrice d’une résidence de 140 résidents. Au même moment, mon conjoint débuta son aventure entrepreneuriale au sein de COOKIE BLUFF dont j’eu la chance de participer indirectement par mon soutien au niveau administratif. C’est au début 2020, suite à un changement d’emploi, et constatant les besoins grandissant de mon conjoint, que nous décidons d’unir nos forces et que je fis le saut en tant qu’adjointe à temps complet au sein de Cookie Bluff. Depuis 2021, nous avons lancés plusieurs sous-produits ainsi que fondé une toute nouvelle entreprise Bobba spécialisé dans la vente de bubble tea prêt-à-boire ainsi que la vente de bulles fusion de première qualité. À peine 2 ans suivant le début des ventes, nous sommes présentement distribués dans plus de 2000 points de vente au Canada ainsi que dans 3 pays dont la France et la côte est des états-unis. Les entrepreneurs sont l’épine dorsale de l’économie canadienne. Pour soutenir les entreprises canadiennes, abonnez-vous à notre chaîne YouTube et suivez-nous sur Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn et Twitter. Vous voulez rester au courant des derniers podcasts et actualités #entrepreneur? Abonnez-vous à notre newsletter bimensuelle.

Emily O’Brien is the founder of Comeback Snacks popcorn company. It all started when she went to prison. Before, Emily was an entrepreneur and social media professional, having created her own firm at a young age and enjoyed great success. Regrettably, addiction caused her to make some poor choices that culminated in a four-year jail term. As her sentence began, Emily made it her mission to transform herself, get clean, and make a positive difference during her term. "I didn’t know how I’d make a difference at the time," says Emily, "but I knew I would find something I cared about that would benefit from a purpose-driven facelift." Thus, Comeback Snacks (formerly known as Cons and Kernels)was born. Upon her release, Emily made a decision to start a popcorn company that used high quality, health-conscious ingredients to create unique flavours inspired by the ones she found in prison. A fun, self-deprecating brand that would also help remove the stigma around people who had prior convictions and provide newly-released offenders with the chance at a fresh start through training, empowerment, and education. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Alex Clark discovered his natural talent for programming at a young age, crafting his first video game code at age 12. By 27, he became Chief Technology Officer at Navio Systems Inc. Alex later started Bit Stew Systems which helped companies within the industrial internet efficiently manage and analyze data from interconnected devices before being sold to GE in 2016. In 2020, Alex created Quantum Pigeon, Inc. (QP), a platform allowing creators to monetize content, community, and access. By nurturing a direct relationship built on authenticity, QP empowers creators to own their audience and earn a meaningful income. QP’s ultimate aspiration is to become the premier social media platform for creators and influencers seeking to monetize and authentically engage. Alex’s strong passion, enthusiasm, expertise, and relentless drive for innovation is what powers his entrepreneurial journey. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Caroline Berglund is the founder and Principal of Talk Talk and The One Stop Special Needs Shop. She is a writer, speaker, storyteller, painter, road map-maker, novice calligrapher, lover of 4am’er’, mother, partner and philosopher. She is a questioner, fascinated by what makes leaders tick, She’s a challenger, talker of all things communication, philanthropist, curriculum designer, lover of the Greek philosopher, squeezer of the last year of her 40s like a dog with her favourite squeaky toy. She has spent ½ of the last 25 years in the corporate world and the other ½ as a philosopher and entrepreneur. As a philosopher and entrepreneur she’s distilled her lifelong study into three things; the importance of living an autodidactic life, digging into one’s own existential angst at all cost and finally everyone has a story, everyone. This later one is important. It can and should guide how we live, treat each other and find purpose in our humanness. When she’s not writing, reading, teaching she set up Talk Talk...twice! This is her second run at Talk Talk and her first at standing up The One Stop Special Needs Shop. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Linda Valade, Consultante, conférencière et formatrice agréée. Sa passion ? La communication et les compétences relationnelles Linda Valade est auteur, synergologue, spécialisée en communication non verbale, enseignante en programmation neurolinguistique et spécialiste de la technologie des préférences cérébrales Herrmann depuis 2011, ce qui lui octroie une vision élargie de la communication. Une professionnelle détenant plus de vingt années d’expérience en accompagnement et développement des affaires institutionnelles. De 1988 à 2013, elle a œuvré dans le secteur de la sécurité financière où elle a su se démarquer et recevoir des mentions d’honneur pour avoir accompagné ses équipes de ventes à atteindre les premiers rangs. En 2013, elle a fondé son école de formations corporatives, l'Institut VERUM inc. Ses services se sont rapidement offerts du Québec jusqu’en France. Finalement Linda a été reçue par plusieurs médias notamment, la radio, la télévision, plusieurs journaux dont Le journal des Affaires dans le but de démystifier la communication non verbale. Les entrepreneurs sont l’épine dorsale de l’économie canadienne. Pour soutenir les entreprises canadiennes, abonnez-vous à notre chaîne YouTube et suivez-nous sur Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn et Twitter. Vous voulez rester au courant des derniers podcasts et actualités #entrepreneur? Abonnez-vous à notre newsletter bimensuelle.

In conversation with CFO & co-founder Daniel Cruz and CEO Jay Kallu of Sea to Sky Farms, an agtech company with a massively transformative purpose – ensuring food security for all. Sea to Sky has their own vertical farms technology in BC and AB, Canada; and offers branding and consulting solutions to land owners and farmers with development of infrastructure, product intelligence, sales, distribution and business growth. In this podcast, we talk about food production evolution and the opportunity to use less water, less land, diversified labour, less energy, no pesticides or fertilizers to grow fresh, nutritious and reliable produce for local markets. And, we share 3 top ideas to exponentially accelerate to 50% food security in Canada. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Dustin Serviss (http://www.servisswealth.com) is a financial advisor who has been working with high-net-worth business owner families since 2005. Winner of numerous awards throughout his career, and years of community focus, has earned him a Court of the Table seat in the Million Dollar Round Table. He and his partners have generated over $400M in wealth for their clients across Canada. With a background in civil engineering, he uses a combination of science and psychology to help his clients realize their dreams. Dustin enjoys an active lifestyle with his family and participates in outdoor adventures. He’s an advocate for Fridays off and living in the NOW. Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

At the core of Ken Merkel's work lies a profound mission—to inspire imaginations that will change the world. As Founder of Unlimit and SciFiHive, Ken empowers individuals and organizations to uncover remarkable opportunities they never imagined possible on their own. Now more than ever, we need to rally together to create a better future. Using a pioneering approach – known as the SciFiHive, participants of all ages and places can explore, get excited, imagine, storytell and prototype solutions. If you are clear on the problem you want to solve, you can participate in, sponsor or lead local, regional or global sprint with engaged experts and enthusiasts. In today’s podcast, Ken Merkel will provide insights on his story, what exponential growth is, the magic of a sprint process - what makes it unique, what results you can expect, use cases, and how you can get engaged to imagine then build your future. Get the low-cost insurance protection you need from Canada’s small business insurance experts! For a free business insurance quote visit https://zensurance.com/save35 Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Chris Schellenberger, CEO of Purr.ca, is an inspirational entrepreneur who defied the odds and built a thriving business. With a background in sales and a keen understanding of the automotive industry, Chris developed Purr to empower sellers and revolutionize the way cars are bought and sold in Canada. Get the low-cost insurance protection you need from Canada’s small business insurance experts! For a free business insurance quote visit https://zensurance.com/save35 Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Growing up John Krik's dad was a pitchman. You could see him slicing and dicing at the country fairs, PNE or home shows throughout Canada. That business grew from shows to television or products being sold on television and then mass distribution in major retail stores like Walmart. John has followed in his father’s footsteps. He’s developed several products that have gone from concept to millions in sales all based out of his home office in Surrey, BC. This is where he conceives the products, brings them to consumer shows, proves the salability, develops a pitch and from there brings it to mass distribution via direct response television. Get the low-cost insurance protection you need from Canada’s small business insurance experts! For a free business insurance quote visit https://zensurance.com/save35 Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Jason Hardy is the Co-Founder & CEO of the leading real estate e-commerce software, Ownly. Jason has spent the previous 17 years serving the real estate development sector in both Canada and the United States. An industry thought leader and speaker, Jason previously held the position of President / Managing Partner at Chatterson, a boutique real estate marketing firm headquartered in Calgary, Canada. Jason is an instructor of Real Estate Marketing at the Haskayne School of Business’ Real Estate MBA program at the University of Calgary and holds the role of Executive Director of the Real Estate Development Institute of Canada. Jason also sits on the Management Advisory Committee (MAC) and Proptech Advisory Committee at the Haskayne School of Business and serves as Committee Chair at the Westman Centre for Real Estate Studies. Get the low-cost insurance protection you need from Canada’s small business insurance experts! For a free business insurance quote visit https://zensurance.com/save35 Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

As country leader for Sage in Canada, Mark helps to empower Canadian businesses by simplifying workflows to break down barriers and achieve growth. With more than 20 years of experience at the executive management and leadership-levels, where he consistently grew revenues at leading organizations, Mark brings a wealth of knowledge essential to successfully navigate the channel, partner, and SMB landscapes in Canada. As a leader, Mark looks to empower colleagues, partners, and customers to seek out solutions through creativity and innovation. To learn more about the technology delivering insights to Canadian business owners to make work and money flow, visit https://sage.com/en-ca LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhickman72 Sage: https://www.sage.com/en-ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sagesoftware.canada/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sage_Canada Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatsage/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-software/

Olia Stasiuk is a book author who is a certified Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR®️), and the Founder of four different businesses including 360 Transformers & Transformers Academy. Olia found her passion in education and development and her mission in making people happier by elevating their lives and careers. She has dedicated many years of her professional career to exploring the inevitable impact of learning and development within personal and professional life, helping reputable global companies boost their operational efficiency by establishing forward-thinking employee experience and development strategies learned around the globe. Olia is always exploring possibilities with technologies and innovation and is currently conducting research with her team on the impact of Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence practices on the soft skills of adults in the workplace to accelerate their careers. Get the low-cost insurance protection you need from Canada’s small business insurance experts! For a free business insurance quote visit https://zensurance.com/save35 Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

Diana Saunders is the accomplished owner of Aerora Transcription, a distinguished business that specializes in providing exceptional legal transcription services to court reporters and court reporting agencies. With a deep passion for her craft, Diana has taken it upon herself to shed light on the lesser-known art of legal transcription through engaging short-form content videos on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Her efforts have garnered a dedicated following of over 40,000 individuals, and she actively collaborates with aspiring individuals who aspire to enter the field and embark on their journeys as legal transcriptionists. Diana's commitment to her profession and her determination to educate and inspire others make her a true trailblazer in the industry. Get the low-cost insurance protection you need from Canada’s small business insurance experts! For a free business insurance quote visit https://zensurance.com/save35 Entrepreneurs are the backbone of Canada’s economy. To support Canada’s businesses, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Want to stay up-to-date on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter

The Competition Bureau is an independent law enforcement agency that protects and promotes competition for the benefit of Canadian consumers and businesses. Competition drives lower prices and innovation while fueling economic growth. The Competition Bureau works to support and protect Canadians by fostering a competitive and innovative marketplace. They do this using various methods, including advocacy, outreach, consultations, partnerships, and enforcement. In June 2022, the Government of Canada made changes to the Competition Act, including adding subsection 45(1.1) to the existing criminal conspiracy provisions. This new subsection protects competition in labour markets by prohibiting agreements between employers to fix wages and restrict job mobility. Like agreements between competitors related to price-fixing, market allocation and output restrictions, wage-fixing and no-poaching agreements undermine competition and the efficient allocation of resources. Maintaining and encouraging competition among employers results in higher wages and salaries, as well as better benefits and employment opportunities for employees. Today we’re meeting with Majid Charania, Director of Compliance. The unit is responsible for promoting compliance with the Competition Act and today we’re going to discuss a new section of the law that prohibits wage fixing and no poaching agreements. Wage fixing and no poaching guidance: https://ised-isde.canada.ca/site/competition-bureau-canada/en/how-we-foster- competition/education-and-outreach/enforcement-guidelines-wage-fixing-and- no-poaching-agreements Competition Bureau complaint form: https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/frm-eng/GH%C3%89T-7TDNA5 Competition Bureau info centre – request information : https://www.competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/frm-eng/GH%C3%89T-7SEN3J Bureau resources and social media: https://twitter.com/CompBureau https://www.facebook.com/competitionbureaucanada https://linktr.ee/BureauResources