Canada’s Entrepreneur

Vitalii Dodonov is the Co-Founder and CTO of Stan. He led the company from zero to $30M ARR with a 30-person team, making Stan one of the highest-efficiency startups in its category. A self-taught technologist, his leadership is rooted in first-principles thinking, top 1% talent density, and a conviction that most problems are solvable with clarity and disciplined effort. At Stan, he builds the infrastructure that empowers Creator-Entrepreneurs to start and scale sustainable businesses. Originally from Russia and educated in Canada, Vitalii’s unconventional path, including more than 800 skydiving jumps, shapes his visionary yet practical approach to building technology that endures and genuinely supports the people who rely on it. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Nicholas Reichenbach founded one of Canada's most recognizable sustainable brands, took it public on the TSX — and then lost it. Nicholas Reichenbach built Flow Alkaline Spring Water from a moment of clarity at Burning Man into a national B-Corp success story, before debt and lender pressure took the company out of his hands in 2025. In this remarkably honest conversation, he talks about the climb, the fall most founders never discuss, and why he's already back in the water business with a 155-year-old brand called Formosa Springs — his original family business. A must-listen on resilience, capital, and what it really costs to build — and the qualities it takes to keep on winning. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Jennie Coleman is the President and Co-owner of Equifruit, North America's leading banana brand, and a recognized leader in ethical sourcing in Canada. Jennie currently lives in Montreal with her husband and three children. Prior to acquiring Equifruit in 2013, Jennie lived all over the world including Beijing, Berlin, Zurich, the UK, Namibia and Toronto. Jennie considers herself as a "repreneur", having been driven to buy Equifruit by a long-standing itch to step into entrepreneurship and marry her corporate business background with her passion for sustainability and justice. In her role at Equifruit, Jennie is on a mission to right the wrongs of banana business history by paying banana farmers fairly for their fruit. She has transformed Equifruit from a niche banana importer into a bold and disruptive brand redefining how Canadians think about ethical produce. Jennie has earned national recognition, including EY Entrepreneur of the Year finalist (2023, Canada's Most Admired CEO (Waterstone Human Capital, 2024), RBC Women of Influence Momentum Award (2023) and one of Canada's Most Powerful Women (Women's Executive Network, 2025). Under Jennie's leadership, Equifruit has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Growing Companies by The Globe and Mail for four consecutive years. Equifruit is 100% Fairtrade, B Corp and proudly women-owned. Their model is to make Fairtrade as popular and loveable as pop culture. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

For over 18 years, Suzanne Colmer has worked as one of Canada’s leading style and image consultants, helping clients bring clarity, confidence, and cohesion to their everyday wardrobes. Known for her thoughtful, size-inclusive approach, she specializes in closet cleanses that help clients truly love what they own, personalized shopping experiences, and curated capsule wardrobes designed to help people buy less and wear more. A trusted voice in style, Suzanne is frequently sought out by the media and has been featured on Global TV, CBC, and The Globe and Mail, as well as internationally as Toronto’s style consultant with Tourism Toronto. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

LOMA Agency, a Canadian experiential event management agency, marked its 10-year anniversary on June 4, 2026 in Toronto. Founded in 2016 by Loren Maisels, LOMA has spent the past decade partnering with North American organizations to design and deliver strategic creative event experiences across in-person, virtual and hybrid formats. The agency’s work spans conferences, corporate retreats, awards galas, sales kickoffs, fundraising events, employee experiences and large-scale industry gatherings for clients including Achievers, Automation Anywhere, Great Place To Work®️, Loopio, Children’s Mental Health Ontario, Lifemark Health Group, Holder Construction, The Canadian Nurses Foundation, Coconut Software and many others. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Krista Faist is the founder of Twenty Two Media Group, an independent Canadian publishing house, specializing in food drink and travel publications. Krista helped to launch the foodism and escapism brands in the U.K. before jumping back across the pond in 2015 to launch the brands here in Toronto. She has led the charge as the founder of the company for 10 years, and also serves as the publisher for their two consumer media brands foodism and escapism. With a degree in journalism, and over a decade spent in food and drink PR and brand marketing, Krista brings a blend of strategy, writing chops and an extensive understanding of the hospitality industry to the business. When not leading things at Twenty Two Media, she spends her time on the ground discovering (read: eating) everything the city is cooking up. She's a lover of cats, hater of the term 'cat lady,' endless curator of Spotify playlists and constantly on the hunt for the city's perfect old fashioned. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Jenepher Reynolds is a makeup artist turned beauty founder who spent years shaping how women are seen through editorial, film, television, and national campaigns in Canada. After noticing a lack of honest conversations around aging, hormonal changes, and confidence in beauty, she launched Jenn of Arch, a brand focused on practical, confidence-building tools for women over 40. Her work has been featured in outlets including Women’s Health, Byrdie, and PopSugar, and her Eyebrow I.D. System won a Beauty Tank award at the 2025 Make-Up in New York Show. Based in Charlottetown, PEI, Jenepher creates beauty solutions designed to help women look polished and feel confident at every age. ---- Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Zechariah Thomas  - Atlantic "The difference is I have an idea, and I'm able to get it out a lot faster than most people." Zechariah Thomas bootstrapped an affordable sports equipment brand at only 19 with $100,000 of his own money. At 23 years old, he has grown the company into a seven-figure brand, expanding into other sports industries including pickle-ball and lacrosse. He recently earned himself a spot on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, demonstrating industry credibility and success in the North American market. I see this interview as sharing his own personal struggles and tips + tricks on how to save money to kick-start a business venture. https://www.linkedin.com/in/zechariah-thomas ---- Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

because it gave me the opportunity to learn something new. James Clarke is the co-Founder and CEO of Nuera Capital Corporation, a Vancouver based capital investment firm focused on sustainable infrastructure and master planned community development in the Pacific Northwest of Canada, with projects centered on Vancouver Island. His vision is to help shape the future of development through resilient infrastructure, thoughtful community planning, and Passive House certified design standards that create long term value. James brings more than 30 years of business, operational, and management experience, combining 10 years in heavy construction with 20 years in investment banking and financial services. This background gives him a strong combination of field knowledge, financial expertise, and strategic leadership in advancing complex development opportunities. His career includes involvement in major infrastructure and industrial projects such as the SkyTrain Bridge connecting New Westminster and Surrey BC, the EPCOR Energy Plant in Williams Lake, the Sa Dena Hes Mine just north of Watson Lake Yukon, and the development and financing of a wind turbine manufacturing facility in Northern Ireland. James also took a seven year journey of learning, what he describes as a master class in cell biology, after his wife was diagnosed with breast cancer. During that time, he built lifelong relationships with leading PhDs and medical professionals from institutions including Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, Stanford, Miller in Miami, and Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. That experience deepened his perspective on resilience, innovation, and the value of world class collaboration. He is an alumnus of Royal Roads University, a father of three university educated children, a former minor hockey head coach, and an aviation enthusiast with a strong belief in lifelong learning and building a lasting positive legacy Phone: +1 (778) 837-3063 Website: https://nueracapital.com

35 Years in Luxury Real Estate — Here's What Nobody Tells You Jerry Hammond is the Founder & CEO of Hammond International Properties — Toronto's premier boutique luxury brokerage, serving ultra-high-net-worth clients across Canada and internationally since 1993. Jerry started in real estate in 1993, built his name as a top individual producer in the luxury segment. He founded Hammond International Properties in 2015 — went boutique, went brand, went global. He has been one of the Top 100 Luxury Real Estate Brokers of the World three times; 2024 Best International Real Estate Agent; 2021 Best Luxury Brokerage in Canada. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Monique Barrie is an award-nominated filmmaker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist living and working in Calgary, Alberta. As the Owner of Aspen Hill Montessori and Producer, Director, and Writer at LHI Productions, she has built a career defined by both creative vision and purpose-driven business, leading ventures in education, film, and social impact across Calgary and beyond. Her works, including The Hunter & His Apprentice and Renegade Fever, have earned international recognition and festival acclaim, while her upcoming documentary Not in My City: The Paul Brandt Story shines a powerful light on the realities of human trafficking and the voices reshaping systems of justice and community safety. Recognized as a Business in Calgary Leaders Award recipient and the Calgary Arts Development Emerging Artist Award recipient, Monique is passionate about elevating underrepresented voices and creating opportunities for others to rise. Through her work and leadership, she inspires others to take risks, redefine success on their own terms, and lead with both courage and authenticity. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Nishant Sharma — founder, survivor, and builder of one of the UK's most compelling spirits stories. Look out for Rutland Square Spirits at your local LCBO. Nishant Sharma — or Nish, as he's known — is an Indian-born, Scotland-based founder and CEO of Rutland Square Spirits, a fast-growing premium drinks brand he launched in Edinburgh in 2021. A few years ago, he had £25 in his bank account, mounting bills, and suffered a heart attack at just 34 years old — with two young children at home. Since rebuilding from the ground up, Rutland Square Spirits has reached a £30 million valuation, with ambitions to scale to a billion-dollar business. Part of that journey has brought him to Canada — Rutland Square has just secured a major listing with the LCBO, one of the world's largest alcohol retailers, with over 690 stores and annual sales exceeding CAD billion.

Boris Lesar is a registered psychologist, entrepreneur, and co-owner of The Family Psychology Place. He came to Canada on his own at 20, an experience that continues to shape his perspective on resilience, meaning, and building a life with intention. Over the past two decades, Boris has worked with individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, addiction, and major life transitions. He served as Director of Clinical Operations and Programs at The Mustard Seed, where he led the development of a wellness centre for vulnerable populations, earning recognition from the Canadian Mental Health Association. He later founded Elevated Abilities, a well-established Alberta agency supporting children with disabilities and their families, and continues to consult with organizations on mental health strategy while teaching as adjunct faculty at City University of Seattle. Outside of his clinical work, Boris supports charitable initiatives for children and families internationally and volunteers annually in Guatemala building homes in highland communities. His work is grounded in both clinical expertise and lived experience, with a particular focus on helping people navigate questions of meaning, identity, and resilience. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

What happens when a self-proclaimed "Top Chonker" decides to rethink ice cream through the lens of protein, performance, and healthier living? In this episode of Canada’s Entrepreneur, Angela Faye sits down with Alex Manousiadis, founder of Booster Scoops, to explore the growing world of functional treats, health-conscious consumer habits, and the entrepreneurial journey behind building a modern food brand. Alex shares the origin story behind Booster Scoops, the trade-offs involved in creating a product that balances taste and nutrition, and why transparency matters more than ever as consumers become increasingly aware of ingredients, sugar, protein quality, and long-term health impact. This conversation goes beyond ice cream. It’s a candid look at: The rise of the "healthy indulgence" category What consumers really want from functional foods How founders navigate formulation, branding, and scalability Where health, convenience, and longevity-focused living are heading next You’ll also hear: What inspired Alex to launch Booster Scoops The biggest lessons from developing the product How Booster Scoops differs from traditional ice cream and protein products What "healthy" really means in today’s food landscape Alex’s vision for the next generation of functional treats Whether you’re an entrepreneur, health-conscious consumer, athlete, parent, or simply curious about where food innovation is heading, this episode offers a thoughtful behind-the-scenes look at building products for a changing world. 🎁 Special offer for CE listeners: Use Discount Code: 2026CE20 to get 20% an online order of $40 or more for the rest of 2026. We also encourage you to connect directly with Alex for bulk orders, collaborations, and future partnerships. Connect with Alex & Booster Scoops: 🌐 https://boosterscoops.com 📲 Follow Booster Scoops online for product updates, launches, and healthy indulgence inspiration. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Family, friends, food, and fitness have been cornerstones of his life for as long as he can remember. A Business graduate from SAIT Polytechnic, Jason Zaran entered the consumer packaged goods industry in the 1980s and built a successful career spanning more than two decades. A long-held desire to try his hand at entrepreneurship eventually led him to leave the corporate world to start his own business in 2006. This venture, The Main Dish, pioneered Calgary's healthy convenience food scene and grew over ten years to encompass six unique concepts and locations - ultimately leading to the launch of Fit Kitchen in 2015. In addition to serving as Fit Kitchen’s Visionary, Jason acts as Chair of the Calgary Multisport Fieldhouse Society, the lead advocacy group working with local officials to bring a Multisport Fieldhouse to Calgary. He also sits as a Committee member at Sport Calgary. Jason and his wife, Pam, have two children, Faith and Quinn. He often refers to Fit Kitchen as a "family enterprise," due to the fact that he works alongside Pam and Quiin day in and day out. A firm believer in staying active and competitive, Jason is always seeking a new physical challenge, and rounds out his passions with personal development through reading and embracing experiences that push him outside of his comfort zone. More recently, he completed the New York City Marathon, which he added to his long list of athletic activities. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

The Platform (https://canadasentrepreneur.com) Six Information Hubs for Entrepreneurs to Experience The new Canada's Entrepreneur platform spans six integrated hubs — and each one is its own channel, with its own sponsorship opportunities. One platform, six hubs – Knowledge hub, News Hub, Podcast Hub, Member Hub, AI Hub and Event Hub. The Canada’s Entrepreneur Platform A full membership platform for Canadian entrepreneurs — 150,000+ subscribers across the network. Your brand can show up across all six hubs. Canada's Entrepreneur — Where Canada's founders tell their stories, build their networks, and grow their businesses. Powered by almost a decade of trust · 1,000+ interviews · 250,000+ reach. The Audience Decision-Makers Who Build Canada's Economy Our audience isn't passive readers. They are builders, buyers, and decision-makers. High Conversion Our engaged community actively seeks solutions. Podcast host-read ads convert at 4.9x the industry average because listeners trust our hosts' recommendations. Targeted Focus Reach verified entrepreneurs and founders — not broad "business professionals." 41% own multiple businesses. 14% do $1M+ revenue. These are buyers. Extended Reach From a single partnership, your brand extends across every CE channel — podcast, newsletter, newscasts, website, and events. Coverage that compounds over time. Your investment doesn't expire. A podcast sponsorship from 2024 still generates listens today. That's compounding ROI no print or display ad can match. Podcast Advertising Why Smart Brands Are Moving to Podcast Performance Marketing Results-Based Advertising That Drives Real Business Beyond traditional sponsorship, we offer performance-driven campaigns that put your brand in front of qualified prospects across every touch-point. For businesses that serve our members Member Hub Marketplace — Partner Program List your exclusive member offer in the Member Hub perks marketplace — recommended access to CE’s 150,000+ members at the moment they’re choosing tools and services. You only win when they do. ---- Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

President of Assurgo Enterprises, Gerry Robitaille is a highly regarded business executive and corporate finance advisor. Focused on a mix of leadership responsibilities, operations management, governance and corporate finance mandates related to acquisitions, management buy outs and infrastructure financings, Gerry has established himself as an effective leader and trusted advisor, representing a diverse portfolio of successful organizations. With a career spanning more than 25 years, Gerry was a business owner in the 1990’s. After selling his company in 1995 Gerry began his Investment Banking career for Foundation Group Mergers and Associations Ltd. Focused primarily on the buy-side, Gerry led transactions valued up to $100 MM securing such notable acquisition clients as PCL and Finning (Canada). In 2002 Gerry was recruited by BW Technologies / Honeywell Life Safety where he served as Vice President, Corporate Development. In this position he was responsible for growing sales, driving innovation with product development and full P&L responsibilities for the newly formed fixed division. Gerry was responsible to coordinate the process for the sale of BW to a UK supplier for $260,000,000, and ultimately it all became part of Honeywell Life Safety. In 2006 Gerry transitioned to Executive Consulting with Private Equity where he filled a variety of roles that included sourcing transactions as well as proposing equity and debt structures to acquire control of small and mid-sized entities and turning around underperforming investments. Gerry then joined Graham Construction as Director, Infrastructure Financing in 2009 where he developed public infrastructure, oversaw equity investments and acted as operation period Project Director and Governance Board Chair for an infrastructure consortium. In his role Gerry led a consortium to successfully finance, design, construct and maintain public schools (value over 30-year contract of $253 MM), successfully negotiated with the Province of Alberta to allow the Graham led consortium to be sole bidder on $556 MM project to finance, design, construct and maintain 19 schools and was Graham’s lead in a team to construction and operate of the Regina Wastewater Treatment plant. In 2014, through Assurgo Enterprises, Gerry became CEO of Unified Valve Group where he assumed responsibilities for all aspects of the company’s operations and financing, selectively investing capital to improve efficiency and expansion while instituting innovations in offerings that further reduced reliance on financing through working capital reduction. Graduating from the University of Alberta in Finance and Accounting, Gerry has since supplemented his education through various programs including International Business Brokers Association (Mergers & Acquisitions), Toronto Stock Exchange, Public Company Management and Rules, as well as The Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators (CICBV – Business and Securities Valuation, Tax and Law). Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

In this episode of Canada’s Entrepreneur, we sit down with Kim Strynadka — self-described "Fairy Godmother of Possibilities," real estate investor, private lender, and financial educator — to unpack the real-world lessons about credit, debt, investing, and financial freedom that most Canadians never learn in school. Kim shares practical insights, including: Her simple "2:2:2" beginner’s formula for optimizing credit in Canada How to find and understand your credit score What happens when you don’t have good credit — and how it can quietly limit your opportunities Why the financial decisions you make young can shape your entire future Kim’s own journey wasn’t traditional. She left college one semester before graduating to pursue a dream career in advertising, eventually pivoting into mortgages, private lending, and real estate. Starting as a single self-employed mom with limited income and plenty of mistakes along the way, she built a commercial real estate and lending portfolio that allowed her to retire in her 50s. Today, based in Nanaimo, Kim is focused on helping the next generation avoid the financial stress and hard lessons she experienced herself. Through her "Kids & Credit" initiative and work with the Nanaimo Ladysmith Schools Foundation, she’s helping students better understand money, credit, and opportunity before they step into adulthood. This episode is packed with honest stories, practical advice, and a refreshing conversation about building financial freedom with purpose. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Melvin Adekanye is a Canadian entrepreneur pursuing JamSocial, an event tech venture that creates interactive networking icebreakers designed to help introverts start conversations at in-person events. Have you ever felt awkward starting a conversation with a stranger at a networking event? It turns out most people do, and that awkward feeling holds them back from approaching new people. As a result, they miss out on opportunities that could have happened, whether that’s business/career growth, or new friendships. JamSocial has been in business for about a year, and during that time it has scaled across 20+ countries helping introverts network without the awkwardness at corporate events, parties, classrooms, and churches. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Jay Klein is the Founder & CEO of The PUR Company Inc. where he leads a global brand committed to making simple, better-for-you substitutions – without compromising taste or quality. PUR continues to disrupt the chewing gum industry and is the #1 selling aspartame-free gum globally. PUR has been recognized among Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and ranked #1 in Manufacturing on Profit 500’s list of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies. This year Jay joins CBC’s Dragon’s Den in its 20th season as a Dragon. Jay was named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 and awarded the E&Y Entrepreneur of the Year. He is a member of Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO) and Benefactor on the Canadian Olympic Committee. In his personal life, Jay enjoys family time, golfing, traveling, cooking, collecting Nike sneakers, and giving back to the community. Website: https://thepurcompany.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-klein-92b93319 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjayklein/ Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

"It's okay to make a mistake as long as you're learning from it. I think the idea of waiting for things to be perfect is an illusion, it doesn't happen." Khalil Khamis, who is based in Guelph, has been instrumental in shaping Crafty Ramen’s growth since joining in 2018 and becoming CEO in 2021. Under his leadership, the company has evolved from a local ramen shop into a nationally recognized food brand, expanding its chef-crafted frozen ramen line to make restaurant-quality meals accessible in homes across Canada. Today, Crafty Ramen products are available in more than 2,700 retail locations, with continued expansion into new regions alongside its existing restaurant presence in Kitchener-Waterloo and Guelph. During this period of growth, the company has received multiple accolades, including Canada’s Top Growing Companies (2022, 2023), FoundersBeta’s Top Companies to Watch (2024, 2025), the Guelph Chamber of Commerce Innovation Award, and recognition from Sobeys, Loblaws, and the Retail Council of Canada. Beyond business, Khalil is deeply engaged in his community. He is the past Chair of The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital and serves on the advisory board of the University of Guelph’s J.F. Wood Centre. He was recently awarded the Frank Hasenfratz Award of Excellence for his leadership and entrepreneurial impact. He remains focused on successfully scaling Crafty Ramen into the US market while staying true to its roots in craft, community, and creativity. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

CRA Audits Are Rising in Canada — What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know (Audit Shield Explained) What would happen if the CRA audited your business tomorrow? In this episode of Canada’s Entrepreneur, Managing Editor Mario Taniguchi sits down with Jason Koenig of Audit Shield and Morgan Lock, Founder of Cedar CPA, to break down what Canadian entrepreneurs need to know about CRA audits, reviews, and rising scrutiny in today’s AI-driven tax environment. You’ll learn: Why CRA audits and reviews are becoming more common The biggest misconceptions business owners have about audits What triggers CRA attention (and what doesn’t) How much an audit can actually cost—even if you did nothing wrong Why having the right accountant matters more than ever How Audit Shield helps cover unexpected accounting fees If you’re a business owner in Canada, this is essential viewing to stay prepared, protected, and informed. Learn more about Audit Shield: auditshieldconnect.ca Speak to your CPA about whether Audit Shield is right for your business #CRAaudit #CanadianEntrepreneur #SmallBusinessCanada #AuditShield #TaxTipsCanada #BusinessAdvice #CPA #Entrepreneurship #CanadaBusiness #TaxAudit #FinancialProtection #BusinessTips #Accounting Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

CRA Audits Are Rising in Canada — What Every Business Owner Needs to Know (2026) Are CRA audits and reviews becoming more common in Canada? In this episode of Canada’s Entrepreneur, Managing Editor Mario Toneguzzi sits down with Jason Koenig of Audit Shield and Brock O’Reilly of O’Reilly CPA to break down what’s really happening behind the scenes. From increased automation and AI-driven tax enforcement to the growing frequency of audit letters, Canadian business owners are facing a new reality: more scrutiny, more often — even if you’ve done nothing wrong. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why CRA audits and reviews are increasing • The biggest red flags that can trigger scrutiny • How AI and data analytics are changing tax enforcement • What types of businesses are being targeted • The real cost of responding to a CRA audit • What to do immediately if you receive a CRA notice • Why even compliant businesses are getting reviewed • Trends in GST/HST and payroll audits • How Audit Shield helps protect against unexpected accounting fees Whether you run a small business, side hustle, or growing company, this is essential insight to help you stay prepared and audit-ready. Don’t wait until you get “the letter” — understand the risks and protect your business now. #CRA #CanadaBusiness #EntrepreneurCanada #SmallBusinessCanada #TaxAudit #AuditShield #CanadianEntrepreneur #BusinessTips #TaxTips #CPA #GSTHST #Payroll #SideHustleCanada #AIinFinance #BusinessOwners ---- Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Chris and Alice came from humble beginnings. Chris is the eldest of 11 and was often sent away because his parents could not pay rent. Chris studied for 10 years in the seminary to become a priest. In his teaching sabbatical, a friend introduced a gorgeous woman to him. The rest is history. They now have 2 beautiful kids. Both were scholars until their master’s education. They’re teachers by profession who became entrepreneurs. They’re just around 3 years in Calgary. They are real estate investors with around 30 rental units. They’re a team of realtor and mortgage broker. They’re with Remax Mountainview. Chris was rookie of the year in 2024 and became the number 1 realtor in 2025. Their goal is to become the number 1 team this 2026. They’re featured in omninews for 4 times. From being homeless before, they now help people find a place they can call home whether they’re selling, buying, or investing. They work hard and they pray hard. They believe that God is their ultimate CEO. 😇 Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

A dedicated community leader, educator, and entrepreneur, Shauna Ockey has spent decades empowering women, youth, and families across Calgary and beyond. A registered nurse by training — graduating from Mount Royal University in 1985 — she built her early career in the Intensive Care Unit at Alberta Children's Hospital, where her passion for supporting vulnerable individuals took root. That same commitment to service has guided every chapter of her life since. Recognized as Mrs. Calgary in 1999, she has served in numerous leadership roles across the city's nonprofit and educational landscape, including the Board of Calgary Academy and as Board Chair for the Flourish Foundation, the Flourish Centre, and Tanbridge Academy. For over two decades, from 1995 to 2017, she served as a Faculty Instructor for the Hal and Barbara Barrington Jones Foundation, where she empowered women through the Be the Best You program — a signature initiative focused on self-esteem and personal development for youth — as well as the A New You program for adults. Locally she taught visual poise and etiquette, through the Patti Falkner Modelling Agency. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to found both Tanbridge Academy and Flourish Foundation, enterprises rooted in the belief that all should have access to good education and opportunities for sport. Shauna is a founding member of the President's Leadership Council at BYU Hawaii and she and her husband Ryan are proud sponsors of the Great Ideas Competition at BYU-Hawaii, an entrepreneurship program cultivating the next generation of innovators. Through the Great Ideas Competition, they have supported community building initiatives in Tuvalu, Ivory Coast, Guatemala, Fiji, Mongolia, Costa Rica, and Papua New Guinea. Shauna has unwavering belief in the potential of every person. She is a devoted mother of three and a grandmother — a role she considers her greatest privilege. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

MANMADE is a Canadian Montreal-based, direct-to-consumer men’s essentials brand founded in 2021 by four lifelong friends and former finance professionals – Anthony Ciavirella, Philip Santagata, Robert Marzin and Roberto "Berto" Rebelo. Anthony Ciavirella and Robert Marzin are two of the four co-founders of MANMADE, the Canadian men's essentials brand that's taking the country by storm. These guys quit their finance careers to solve a problem every guy has had but nobody talked about -- uncomfortable underwear. Since launching in 2020, they've grown from 150,000 to over one million customers, appeared on Dragons' Den, and just opened their first physical store in Montreal. Guys, welcome to the show. MANMADE appeared on CBC series Dragons' Den in 2022 and has partnered with celebrities, athletes and organizations including Howie Mandel, Georges St-Pierre, Bryan Adams, William Shatner, Colin Mochrie, Kris Letang, Jay Onrait, David Savard and the Montreal Canadiens. And I am excited to say that  MANMADE today announced it has been named the Official Boxer Brief of the Canadian Football League (CFL). The collaboration brings together two proudly Canadian brands with a shared focus on performance, passion and showing up every day. Website: https://manmadebrand.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/manmadeofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manmade.brand Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manmade.official ---- Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Simran Singh, President & Chief Executive Officer of OPA! of Greece, first joined OPA! of Greece as a member of the accounting team in 2014 and has since held multiple leadership roles, most recently as the company’s Financial Controller. He is also a multi-unit franchise operator, with a portfolio of five total storefronts after his newest location, in Edmonton’s West Granville neighborhood, opened in December of 2025. His extensive experience across every level of the business has uniquely prepared him to lead the company into its next phase of growth. In addition to his career at OPA!, Simran has worked extensively in the hospitality industry. Through his unique perspective as both a franchise operator and corporate controller, he looks to lead OPA! Of Greece with a focus on clarity, discipline, and long-term growth. He is committed to building strong systems, elevating franchisee operational performance and creating value for franchise partners, teams and guests. His goal is to guide OPA into the future with purpose and strategic focus. https://www.linkedin.com/in/simran-singh-4038360055/ https://opaofgreece.com/ ---- Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur  🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur   💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.  

Simon Gravel is the founder and CEO of freelance.group, the largest freelance platform in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and the fifth largest in the world. He is currently developing freelance.ca to become the leader in the Canadian market. With over 15 years of experience in innovation and internationalization, he has built a community of more than 1.2 million freelancers and 100,000 employers in over 15 countries across 3 continents. A visionary of the future of work, he connects specialized talent with businesses. Active in his community, he chairs the Marcelle-Mallet High School Foundation and serves on governing boards in Europe. His vision is to offer every freelancer the best possible project and every employer the best expert for their project.   Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

With his energy and enthusiasm, Nick Thompson brings a new approach to corporate image management, culture development, and enterprise growth. As a co-founder and President of a number of companies, including Metromedia Marketing Ltd., BrandAlliance Inc., VEA Office Professionals, and The Astra Group Inc. Nick now shares his 30+ years of leadership and executive management experience with business owners and professionals across North America. He works with over 100 companies every year to help them grow and is especially passionate about sharing leadership experiences in the areas of culture, M&A, and strategic growth. The organizations that he spearheaded grew to be internationally recognized, with dozens of locations across the globe and employing hundreds of people in numerous countries. With extensive experience in sales and marketing strategies, executing on business plans, and culture development, these businesses became award winning - having been listed on the "Best Places to Work" roster yearly as well as gaining the coveted "National Distributor of the Year" award. BrandAlliance also obtained Deloitte’s "Canada’s Best Managed Companies" distinction several years in a row. Nick’s credentials include being a finalist for the Ernst & Young "Entrepreneur of the Year" award, recognition as one of Business in Calgary’s "Leaders of Tomorrow", recipient of the "Premiers Award for Healthy Work Places," and has been featured on the cover of a number of commercial and trade publications for his business acumen. He held the rare marketing designation of M.A.S. (Master Advertising Specialist) and was awarded the first ever "Humanitarian of the Year" award by his industry association for his endless philanthropic contributions. Apart from his entrepreneurial endeavors, Nick is also a Business Execution Specialist (executive team coach) with Results Canada Inc. Nick has served on many Boards, including his past companies, both the Provincial and National Boards of the PPPC (Promotional Products Professionals of Canada), and several not-for-profit enterprises. He is also active in the worldwide Entrepreneurs Organization as a board member, a mentor, and a trainer for their Accelerator program across North America. In his free time, Nick continues to write and publish a number of books on personal and business life lessons (www.nickthompsonbooks.com). He also enjoys staying active - hiking, running and playing sports of any kind. He and his wife take great pleasure in travelling, looking for new experiences, and tasting new foods and wines. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.  

You need a strong concept, and something that's realistic that you can actually execute, and are capable of. Andrew Shore is a Toronto-based entrepreneur and founder of Amino, an AI-powered nutrition platform that helps people better understand what they’re eating by simply scanning their meals with their phone. He would be a great guest for the Canada's Entrepreneur podcast. Since launching in September 2025, the platform has grown quickly, surpassing 100,000 users and more than 2 million meals scanned, with over 30,000 meals currently being analyzed each day. Amino uses AI image recognition to identify foods and estimate nutritional values instantly, removing the need for manual food logging and making nutrition tracking easier for everyday consumers. Andrew has a background building consumer technology platforms across gaming, blockchain, and AI, and is focused on building tools that help people make better daily health decisions. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.  

"This is a must for any entrepreneur who's ever wondered if there's more to business than KPIs" Suneel Mistry is a Toronto-based marketing leader who made an unconventional career move — he stepped away from a corporate marketing role at HSB Canada (a Munich Re subsidiary) to do a 6-month sabbatical placement through Cuso International with the Protected Areas Trust in Guyana. As a Communications Specialist, he worked on capacity building for conservation in the Caribbean, using modern marketing and storytelling tools to drive environmental awareness in resource-constrained environments. He even traveled to Chile for the RedLAC Congress (the Latin American and Caribbean Network of Environmental Funds). He calls the experience his "Marketing Isekai" — borrowing from the Japanese anime genre where a character is transported to a completely different world. For Suneel, that world was the rainforests and protected areas of Guyana, where his corporate marketing skills had to adapt to entirely different realities. He studied Communication Studies at York University, founded Studio Two Seven in 2017 as a creative media platform, and has photographed across Colombia, England, Guyana, Mexico, New York, and Toronto. He's also a cinephile and Star Wars enthusiast. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.  

"When you meet another entrepreneur, it's like finding a special friend." Taylor Beech believes progress in business and life comes down to disciplined execution, applied consistently over time. For more than 25 years, he worked at the intersection of performance, systems, and growth — starting as a personal trainer, then translating that operating discipline into entrepreneurship and real estate development. Today, he is focused on building Dominion Crate Works, an industrial packaging company serving manufacturers that require export-grade, military-spec, and mission-critical crating. His work is grounded in fundamentals: clear processes, reliable execution, and long-term value creation. Alongside this, he mentors and coaches men in their second act through Second Wind, helping them rebuild energy, clarity, and internal leadership so they can execute at a higher level in business and life. The common thread in everything he does is simple: turning intent into action and building things that last. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

At a time when more Canadians are rethinking what retirement looks like, lifelong sailors and retired brand builders Sian Roberts and Kevin Dunal offer a compelling second-act founder story. While living aboard a 95-year-old Dutch barge in the Netherlands, the couple encountered a problem familiar to many downsizing consumers: traditional cookware simply wasn’t designed for tight, modern living. Their search led them to nesto by Cook Vision, a German-engineered nesting cookware system that reduces storage needs by up to 50 per cent without compromising performance or durability. With more than 50 years of combined experience launching and scaling brands across North America, Roberts and Dunal quickly recognized a broader market opportunity, particularly as Canadians move into smaller homes and prioritize longer-lasting household investments. Though officially retired, they made the deliberate decision to return to entrepreneurship, leading nesto’s expansion into Canada. Today, they are building the brand around a system-based, "buy better, buy once" philosophy, positioning nesto as a premium alternative to cluttered cookware sets, and a case study in opportunity-driven retirement entrepreneurship. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Zoey Shamai, founder of Tonica Kombucha, which is celebrating 20 years in business this March. Zoey founded Tonica in 2006 as the first commercially available kombucha brand in Canada, helping introduce and build a category that is now firmly established in grocery + specialty retail nationwide. With no outside investment and no formal business training, she grew the company from small-batch brewing within Toronto’s yoga community into a national brand now available in more than 2,500 stores. Under her leadership, Tonica became a recognized Canadian success story, including a memorable appearance on Dragon’s Den, further cementing the brand’s profile and credibility as it scaled. As a former yoga teacher with a deep interest in health and fermentation, Zoey built Tonica around traditional brewing methods, ingredient integrity, and long-term thinking. Today, Tonica operates out of its own certified organic and HACCP production facility in Ontario and offers a diverse portfolio of bottled and canned kombucha flavours. Zoey remains the sole owner of the business, overseeing production, distribution, and brand strategy - an increasingly rare model in today’s consolidated CPG landscape. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Come into any situation with a clear idea of what you can contribute, and what you would like to get out of it. Michael Shapiro is a cultural entrepreneur, author, and language enthusiast passionate about reviving ancient Jewish traditions through modern innovation. He's spent my life embracing what others might call "personal weirdness" and turning it into something extraordinary. He’s always been fascinated by languages, alphabets, and the meaning of words. At age twelve, he took a Hebrew calligraphy class and in high school, he was the Hebrew language valedictorian. After earning his MBA from the University of Michigan, he spent two years in Brand Management at Procter & Gamble, but the corporate world felt too narrow for his creative spirit. In December 1994, he left P&G and flew to Israel to study at the Pardes Institute. By June 1995, he met his first Ketubah (artistic Jewish marriage contract) artist. In 1996, he registered Ketubah.com. What he had envisioned as one product line for a gallery soon became his entire focus online. Nearly three decades later, Ketubah.com has become the largest Ketubah publisher on the planet, featuring 75+ leading artists and 900+ fine art limited edition designs. Michael has created HebrewNamer.com, a platform helping people discover the meaning and proper spelling of their Hebrew names. Last year, a major Jewish Publisher (JPS) published "Ketubah Renaissance", a coffee table book about this ancient tradition's modern revival. And he’s about to launch "Doing Jewish Today" an e-magazine for Jewish, interfaith and LGBTQ+ couples and families interesting in connecting with Jewish traditions on their own terms. As someone who speaks multiple languages and reads 6-7 alphabets (and is aiming for 10!), he believes deeply in embracing what makes you unique. Whether you're a "Jewish day school nerd" or have your own passion, he encourages everyone to lean into their personal weirdness—it might just become your greatest strength! Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

"We're a small team achieving big things. I realize that our people are the biggest value in the business." Chuck L'Ecuyer is Founder, Owner, and CEO of Intellifelx. Chuck is a third-generation electrician with more than 20 years of experience in project operations. He founded CES Corporation in 2011 and built his company from the ground up, staffed it with skilled professionals through all subsidiary divisions of Engineering, Manufacturing, and Construction, therefore accommodating multidisciplinary EPCM services. Chuck’s Corporation developed the Intelliflex line of products in 2019 to accommodate today’s data centre needs from cloud to blockchain computing. As a fully integrated immersion modular data centre solution, it allows fast growth operations to expedite AI data centre infrastructure deployment. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Dylan Munro is co-founder of Spot & Tango, a fast-growing U.S. based direct-to-consumer dog food company, which launched in Canada in March. Canada is the brand’s first international expansion and is being led by co-founder Munro, a Toronto native who is bringing the brand he helped build in the U.S., back home. The move reflects both the growing appetite among Canadian pet owners for premium, human-grade nutrition and Dylan’s personal desire to introduce the product to his own family, friends, and fellow Canadians. Spot & Tango delivers human-grade, vet-developed dog food through a subscription model, including its best-selling FreshDry™️ "UnKibble," which combines the nutritional integrity of fresh food with the convenience of dry. The company has served more than 100 million meals in the U.S. and is now adapting its operations specifically for Canadian pet parents. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Chanelle Chalazan is the 15-year-old founder of Chic & Charmed Boutique, a Canadian jewelry brand she launched at 13 that scaled nationally in under a year. The brand has exhibited at major shows across Canada, runs year-round billboards, has been featured on C95 Saskatoon, and won the Saskatchewan Wedding Industry Award for Best Unique Wedding Service. Chanelle speaks on youth entrepreneurship, confidence in business, and building a national brand while still in high school. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Carlamay Sheremata is a retired police officer, keynote speaker, award-winning author, and family conflict resolution specialist—but more than that, she's a bridge-builder. Between systems and people. Between leaders and their teams. Between families and the youth they love. After 21 years in law enforcement—including 8.5 years as a School Resource Officer—she's seen what happens when people lose connection. She's watched families fracture, leaders burn out, teams implode, and kids fall through the cracks. Not because people didn’t care—but because they didn’t know how to lead through the hard stuff. That’s why she created the CALM Leadership Method™️—a trust-centered, emotionally intelligent approach to leadership that works in real life. Under pressure. In crisis. In the moments that matter most. She now helps corporate teams, educators, frontline professionals, and families lead with connection, rebuild trust where it’s been lost, and communicate clearly when it counts most—at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Whether she's on stage speaking to executives, equipping frontline teams, or sitting across from a family in conflict, she brings the same message: Connection heals what correction can’t. And if we don’t fix the disconnection, we lose the people who need us most. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Lucas McCarthy is the CEO and founder of Showpass, a leading event technology company powering North America’s most dynamic live experiences. He drives the company’s product and strategic vision with a focus on building tools that make events easier to manage and more profitable. Under his leadership, Showpass has become known for its agile, scalable solutions that empower event organizers to move quickly, operate efficiently, and stay ahead in a fast-changing industry. A champion for creators and independent operators alike, Lucas believes operational simplicity is key to ensuring a vibrant, diverse future for live events. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Danijel Sliško founded Cerco, a marketing agency specializing in creative design, creation of original content across various platforms and channels. It includes campaign management, branding services, custom website design and development, video series, documentaries, news programs, blogs, social media posts, and environmental design. Equipped with its own production house and a skilled team of designers, content writers, creators, producers, and technical staff, the agency is dedicated to delivering high-quality media content to meet people's marketing and communication requirements. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Nathen Mazri, who I interviewed 4 years ago is a fandom-driven entrepreneur. Widely known for breaking the internet through iconic licensing ventures that include Garfield Eats and Scooby-Doo. His work has been featured in over 500 global media outlets and has generated more than 50 million impressions, and he's built a passionate community of about 500,000 fans and fanvestors. Nathan is the founder of EGEEZ, creator of the world's EGEEZ Cloud, an algorithmic verification marketplace connecting fans directly to verified licenses that brings transparency and counterfeit protection to the $70 billion global licensing industry. The platform earned a Government of Canada SHRED and will debut its beta at Bridge. He also coined Egeezment, a brand new category of real estate that merges entertainment IPs with sophisticated living. Through EGEEZ, he represents IP giants like Mr. Bean, The Smurfs, Emoji and others to build the world's first IP-themed residential developments, a new category beyond hotels and theme parks. He's also the author of Arabiolosis, and founder of EGEEZ Academy, and is currently filming a documentary drama about his extraordinary entrepreneurial journey for release in 2026. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

A compelling story not just about what they built, but how they built it as partners in life and in business, balancing vision, execution, and accountability at the highest level. Isaac Langleben and Jacqueline Prehogan recognized that the global food system is broken, and pet food, often overlooked, is one of its most powerful drivers of change. Their entrepreneurial vision emerged from a search for better nutrition for their rescue dog, revealing a deeper insight: pet food sits at the intersection of global agriculture, animal welfare, and consumer trust, yet is shaped by opaque supply chains and inconsistent welfare standards. Isaac and Jacqueline saw this disconnect as both a responsibility and an opportunity to challenge industry norms and build a business aligned with nutrition, animal welfare, ethical sourcing, and transparency at scale. Founded in 2014, Open Farm develops premium pet nutrition with thoughtfully sourced ingredients. The company pioneered ingredient traceability, enabling pet parents to see where every ingredient originates, while holding partners to rigorous third-party animal welfare and sustainability standards. As Chief Executive Officer, Isaac provides the operational discipline and systems thinking required to scale a values-led global supply chain, while Jacqueline, as Chief Brand Officer, shapes Open Farm’s purpose-driven culture and consumer trust. Today, Open Farm feeds more than a quarter of a million pets annually and is sold direct-to-consumer and via 8,500 global retail locations. As a Certified B Corporation and one of the fastest-growing brands in the category, Open Farm demonstrates that transparency and ethics are not constraints on growth, but drivers of long-term value. Through their leadership, Isaac and Isaac are reshaping expectations within pet food and influencing how responsible food systems are built for the future. They have recently been recognized as EY Entrepreneur of the Year Canada 2025 winners. Isaac and Jacqueline’s entrepreneurial achievements have driven them to become the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Canada winners. This is a terrific achievement, and we look forward to them representing Canada in the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™️ Awards in Monaco. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

David Pisarek combines progressive and comprehensive digital operations expertise with needs assessments, streamlining, and hands-on collaborative leadership to every project to ensure sound solutions that meet customer requirements, capture the competitive edge, and drive growth. His ultimate goal is to drive meaningful change by helping non-profits leverage digital solutions. He is also an accomplished podcast host at Wow Digital Podcast. This is a great listen for everyone but especially those in the not-for-profit sector. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Eric Naaman acquired Damotech in 2010 with the vision of building an organization that reflected his values. One rooted in strong company culture, clear brand positioning, and product excellence. Under his leadership, Damotech has become the largest rack safety company in North America. Eric Naaman was recently named the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 - Eastern. Eric holds a degree in mechanical engineering. Guided by his creative passion, he began his career in commercial photography and communications, collaborating with marquee clients such as Bombardier, Cirque du Soleil, General Motors, Home Depot, YUM! Brands, and L’Oréal, before transitioning into entrepreneurship and leading Damotech’s transformation. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Crossing Borders in a Tariff War: The LaunchBoost Playbook from Pure Marketing is for Founders who need to Stop, Think, Focus & Execute is all about crossing border to the USA and beyond. The USA is such a big market that we have to realize that it’s essential for growth — even if it means building and maintaining a US presence. The new Canada’s Entrepreneur Marketing Podcast is a new podcast show where strategy meets action, and where Canadian founders learn how to scale smarter, faster, and further. In this first episode of the CE Marketing Podcast, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges facing Canadian growth companies: How to expand into the U.S. market — in the middle of a tariff war. The world of cross-border business is shifting fast. Trade tensions are rewriting the rules, and what used to be a straight road south is now full of roadblocks and opportunities. That’s exactly what LaunchBoost from Pure Marketing in New Jersey is designed to solve. It’s a 90-day marketing and go-to-market system that helps Canadian founders gain measurable traction in the U.S. market. To unpack how it works — and how founders can adapt — I’m joined by two remarkable voices and leaders of the Pure Marketing Group of companies who are shaping the future of growth and innovation: Melanie Salvador is a venture capitalist and ecosystem strategist, focused on smart city systems and investment frameworks that align capital with civic ambition. And Jared Sanborn is a business builder, strategist, and futurist who believes the best way to predict the future is to create it. And importantly, we look at this through the eyes of our own Entrepreneur marketing process. The STFE mindset — Stop, Think, Focus, Execute — is not just a process — it’s a way of leading when everything feels uncertain. And it’s a perfect method for growth founders to shape their business in new markets. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Sylvain Karpinski is Founder & CEO of SLY Foods. SLY comes from Sylvain’s own adventures: 18,000 km cycling journeys across the Americas, packrafting expeditions on Canada’s remote whitewater rivers, and two solo offshore racing seasons across the Atlantic. He couldn’t find freeze-dried meals that met his expectations during his expeditions. Refusing to settle for bland, unbalanced options, he began crafting his own recipes — gourmet, plant-based, and nutritious meals, designed to hold up in the most demanding conditions. Back on solid ground, he decided to share them with the world. And so SLY was born, a line of savoury, practical, long-lasting, freeze-dried meals, made to fuel weekend adventurers, extreme explorers, and busy parents! Sylvain is a great example of a Canadian adventurous go-getter. Already, SLY Foods are stocked in stores across Canada as well as in Europe in France & The Netherlands. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Arshia Jahangiri is the Founder and CEO of Solenery, a Canadian clean-energy platform built to make the transition to sustainable living effortless for homeowners, builders, and energy providers. Since founding Solenery, Arshia has led its vision to simplify how people discover, compare, and act on clean-energy incentives, turning complex data into instant, actionable insights through smart technology and design. Born with an entrepreneurial spirit, Arshia moved to Toronto with a mission to combine creativity, business, and technology to solve real problems that matter. His journey started with a high-school patent for a rooftop energy system, evolved through graduate studies in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Queen’s University, and materialized into Solenery. Under his leadership, Solenery has developed a suite of intelligent tools, including its Energy Insights Widget, an AI-powered system that analyzes property data, ROI, and rebates for any postal code in Canada. The company is expanding its ecosystem through Builder and Partner platforms, connecting the clean-energy industry across property owners, builders, and providers. As a multidisciplinary founder, Arshia blends design thinking, product innovation, and market strategy to bridge the gap between sustainability and adoption. Beyond Solenery, he is building a family of brands under Brinalle Group, fostering ventures that intersect design, technology, and experience. Arshia’s mission is simple yet ambitious: to create systems that make sustainable choices mainstream, profitable, and personal. Whether through clean energy, design innovation, or business ecosystems, his work reflects a belief that impact starts with clarity, and clarity begins with design. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Ravi Prakash, Chairman of O & O Group of Companies, is a visionary hospitality leader with a unique blend of operational expertise and strategic sales acumen. With a global mindset shaped by extensive international experience, he's built a career on delivering world-class guest experiences across diverse cultural and business landscapes. His mission is simple: to raise the standard of hospitality by aligning exceptional service with strong commercial performance. In today’s dynamic, customer-driven economy, he believes that proactive, personalized service isn’t just a differentiator—it’s the foundation for long-term growth. He specializes in crafting impactful service strategies that foster deep customer loyalty, while empowering teams to serve as true brand ambassadors. Throughout his career, he's transformed hospitality businesses into service-driven, results-oriented organizations—enhancing brand visibility, driving revenue, and cultivating lasting customer relationships. His leadership style focuses on building high-performing teams, boosting morale, and creating environments where both staff and guests thrive. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Matt Giffen is the Founder and CEO of Bench Brewing Company in West Lincoln, Niagara. Matt has built an innovative brewery that prioritizes sustainability and conscious business practices within the beverage industry, these are topics that align well with your thoughtful discussions about craft beer. Matt shares his journey from a 24-year banking career to founding a farmhouse brewery in Lincoln, Ontario, which opened in 2018. He explained how he combined his passion for beer with the local agricultural community, establishing a brewery that now ranks sixth among craft breweries in Ontario. Bench Brewing is an award-winning craft beverage company dedicated to "craft beverages with a conscience." Since 2018, they've been at the forefront of sustainable brewing practices, implementing innovative solutions like zero wastewater process and closed-loop water system where every drop used in brewing is repurposed to nourish our onsite hops and adjacent local farms. Matt would be happy to share insights about: Matt has built a sustainable brewery from the ground up and implemented conscious and sustainable business practices in the beverage industry. Matt operates at the intersection of craft brewing and environmental stewardship. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur 🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com 💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur 📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur 👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur 🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.