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The Business Casual
by Stacey & Marianna Speranza
The Business Casual is an interview based podcast created to help girls around the world grow both professionally and personally. A podcast made for young ambitious, leaders in the making. Join Stacey and Marianna each week as they sit down with various female trailblazers in their respective industries. Though there will be lots of business the podcast will also explore their passions, interests, and everyday lives. Business Casual also strives to be a community in which girls can connect with other like-minded individuals who share the same passions.
Episodes
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Stacey in Chicago | Episode 2
In this episode, Stacey dives into what it really takes to build a new network from scratch—new city, new team, new manager, new everything. From navigating introductions to finding your people, and from rebuilding confidence to showing up as your best self, this chapter is all about growth in...
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Sara Daw | Redefining Leadership in the Future of Work
In this episode, Stacey sits down with Sara Daw, CEO of The Liberti Group and The CFO Centre Group — a global leader, researcher, and speaker shaping how the C-suite navigates the future of work. With a background from Warwick Business School, Oxford & more, Sara brings a unique perspective on...
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Stacey in Chicago EP1: Balancing Ambition with Patience
In this episode of The Business Casual, Stacey kicks off her new mini-series Stacey in Chicago by sharing the story behind her biggest career move yet: leaving Toronto to start fresh in Chicago. From setting her sights on the U.S. market, to months of networking and coffee chats, to finally…
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Michelle Choi | From the Fairway to Founder: The BOV Active Story
🎙️ Episode Title: Michelle Choi | Teeing Up a New Era in Activewear This week on The Business Casual Podcast, we’re joined by Michelle Choi, the founder of BOV Active. Michelle shares how her love for golf inspired a bold approach to activewear, the challenges of breaking into a competitive...
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Spilling The Post Grad Tea
Hey Trailblazers, Join us for an inside look at Stacey's post-grad experience, as an Assistant Marketing Manager at Molson Coors. From navigating the transition to thriving in the beverage industry, discover the highs, lows, and invaluable lessons learned. Tune in for actionable insights and...
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Gillian Oxley | Top 1% Real Estate Agent
Hey Trailblazers! Welcome back to another exciting episode of our podcast! Today, we've got a special treat for you as we sit down with none other than Gillian Oxley, a top 1% selling real estate agent. Get ready to embark on a journey through the world of real estate with Gillian as your guide....
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Maija Savics | Founder of Shop This City
Hey Trailblazers! Maija Savics, founder of Shop This City, joins me in this episode to talk all about her journey to starting and scaling the company. Throughout this episode, Maija talks about her experience in fashion and retail, when she noticed a gap in the market, how she build Shop This…
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Paula Cruickshank | Navigating the Current Economy
Hey Trailblazers! It's no secret that times are tough with the economy right now and it's impacting everyone, but entrepreneurs are getting hit the hardest. Paula Cruickshank, Senior Vice President of Business Development at BDC, joins me in this episode to talk about how to navigate these...
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Tiffany Callender | CEO of FACE
Hey Trailblazers!! In this episode, Tiffany Callender, co-founder and CEO of FACE - the Federation of African Canadian Economics. FACE is a Black-led non-profit organization focused on accelerating wealth creation for Canadians of African descent that is working with the federal government to...
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AI is Taking Over? with Sharon Shahrokhi Tehrani
Hey Trailblazers! In this episode, Sharon Shahrokhi Tehrani joins me to answer the question... is AI taking over?? Sharon has 6+ years of experience in artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and is currently the Product Manager of Machine Intelligence Retention at CBC. Throughout…
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Ryann Manning | Negotiating 101
Welcome back Trailblazers!! After some must needed rest and relaxation after graduating, I'm so excited to be back! Today I am joined by Ryann Manning, one of my professors who has taught me so much about how to become a successful negotiator. Throughout our conversation, Ryann shares how to…
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Molly Rowan Hamilton | Working at Live Nation, Music Industry Strategy, & Advice for Graduates
Welcome back Trailblazers!! Today I am joined by Molly Hamilton, Strategy Director of Live Lab within Live Nation. Live Lab is an internal brand strategy and innovation studio at Live Nation. Molly works with the executive teams across venues, concerts, and more. Throughout our conversation…
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Opening Up About Feeling Stressed & Overwhelmed
Hey Trailblazers!! In today's episode I am getting candid about feeling stressed and overwhelmed recently. I share what is currently stressing me out, how I'm reframing my perspective on it, why it's okay for our priorities to shift during different seasons of life, finding motivation, and pieces...
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Naomi Huisman | LinkedIn Reality Check
Hey Trailblazers! In this episode I am joined by Naomi Huisman, who has been a friend and mentor of mine since I interned at Nestle two summers ago. Naomi is currently an Assistant Marketing Manager at Nestle and has made a huge impact on my professional development. She joins me in this episode…
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Lily Martinez | Managing Celebrity Social Media Accounts
Hey Trailblazers! In this episode I am so excited to be joined by Lily Martinez. After starting a One Direction fan account as a teenager, Lily realized that she could use her social media skills to build a career in the entertainment industry. Today, Lily is a social media manager for…
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Lucky Girl Syndrome?
Hey Trailblazers!! In this solo episode I am talking all about Lucky Girl Syndrome - a concept that has been trending on TikTok recently. I chat about what Lucky Girl Syndrome is, what the listener results were from my IG poll about it, and share my hot take on whether I believe it's a good or…
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Susan Christoffersen | Dean of the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto
Hey Trailblazers! In this episode I am so excited to be joined by Susan Christoffersen, Dean of the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. Susan is the first female Dean at the University of Toronto and I am so excited to be interviewing her as I'm beginning my final semester....
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Karen Zuccala | Head of Brand Strategy at Google
Hey Trailblazers! In this episode I am joined by Karen Zuccala, Head of Brand Strategy at Google. Before she began working in Big Tech, Karen’s prior roles include Brand Marketing Director at Nike, Senior Global Brand Communications Manager at Adidas, and Head of CPG, Retail & Dining at Twitter,...
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Setting Goals for 2023 & Reflecting on a HUGE Year for the Podcast
Hey Trailblazers!! In this solo episode I am reflecting back on what a HUGE year 2022 was for The Business Casual podcast and sharing how I like to approach goal setting for a new year. I talk about what I did at the beginning of 2022 to goal set for the year, how being optimistic will change…
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Megan Chong | The Story Behind U of Meg, Loud Luxury, & Advice for University Students
Hey Trailblazers!! In this episode I am so excited to be joined by Megan Chong, the founder of U of Meg, an authentic university merchandise reworked clothing company and also a fourth-year Rotman Commerce student at the University of Toronto. Megan shares the full story of how U of Meg started,...
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Sasha Romano Lopez | How to Ace an Interview, Working with F1, Marketing Roles + More
Hey Trailblazers!! In this episode, I am so excited to be joined by Sasha Romano Lopez, my manager from my summer internship at Molson Coors. Sasha is a Senior Marketing Manager for the Heineken portfolio at Molson Coors. In this episode Sasha tells me what her first impression was of me, how to…
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Navigating In-Person Events Alone
Hey Trailblazers!! In this solo episode I am sharing my tips for how to navigate in-person events when you don't know anyone there. I recently went to a few events solo and I applied these tips and tricks to make sure I enjoyed the event experience, built my network by meeting new people, and…
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Ingrid B. Rogier | Becoming a Luxury Brand Consultant & Promoting Inclusivity in the Industry
Hey Trailblazers!! In this episode I am so excited to be joined by Ingrid B. Rogier. Originally from Paris, Ingrid has always been drawn towards the luxury industry. After working in commercial banking after graduation, Ingrid realized life was too short to not follow her passion and went back to...
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Recapping My Internship at Molson Coors + Exciting News!
Hey Trailblazers!! In this episode I am doing a full recap of my summer internship at Molson Coors. I talk about the application and interview process, why I knew Molson Coors was the right fit for me, what projects I worked on, what the company culture was like, & I share an exciting…
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Siff Haider | How The Co-Founder of Arrae Grew Her Platform, Business, & Podcast
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to be joined by Siffat "Siff" Haider. Not only is Siff the co-founder of Arrae, a wellness brand which creates 100% natural targeted supplements, but she is also a content creator and host of The Dream Bigger podcast. Siff gives SO much valuable advice in this...
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Vassy Kapelos: Her Journey to Journalism Success
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to be joined by top journalist Vassy Kapelos for this episode. Vassy is the host of Power & Politics, based in Ottawa, and has interviewed countless top world leaders including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Along with...
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Kathryn Finn: What exactly IS Portfolio Management?
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to be joined by Kathryn Finn for this week's episode. With over 25 years of experience, Kathryn is the Portfolio Manager at RBC Dominion Securities where she helps her clients - 70% of which are women - achieve their financial goals. Kathryn primarily assists...
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Emmy Curtis: Following Her Sports Broadcasting Dreams
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to be joined by Emmy Curtis for this week's episode. Emmy is an aspiring Sports Broadcaster who is currently interning for The Sports Network Canada. At just 19 years old, Emmy is confidently working towards her sportscasting goals as a journalism student at the...
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Work Hard, Play Hard 😉
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am talking all about work events - specifically how to show up as your best, most authentic, confident self. I am currently a Marketing Intern at Molson Coors and have been to some exciting events recently that have taken me out of my comfort zone and...
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Simran Dhall: Working in Tech as a Client Solutions Manager at LinkedIn
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by Simran Dhall. Simran is a Client Solutions Manager at LinkedIn, and has over six years of experience in Performance Marketing and Digital Media within SaaS, Consumer-Packaged Goods, Aviation, Financial Services & Loyalty and E-commerce...
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Angy Higgy: The Highs & Lows of Computer Engineering & Landing a Job at Snapchat
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by a great friend of mine, Angy Higgy. Angy just recently graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in Computer Engineering and has a full time job with Snapchat lined up. Throughout this episode, Angy talks about how she decided…
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5 Tips To Make the Most of Your Internship
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s solo episode I am sharing my tips, tricks, and takeaways for being an intern. There is something for everyone in this episode - whether you have an internship locked in, are still looking for one, or have decided not to intern this summer. Within this episode, I...
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Mona Kennedy: Chief Financial Officer at Roots
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by Mona Kennedy, the Chief Financial Officer at Roots. Roots is Canada's leading apparel and fashion lifestyle brand known for it's premium leather goods, apparel, and accessories. Mona transitioned over to the apparel space and joined Roots…
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Candice Jay: Sharing Wisdom on Working in Wealth Management
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by Candice Jay, the Vice President of Connor, Clark & Lunn Private Capital Ltd. With over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, Candice helps foundations and high net worth families grow their wealth through generations. Candice is...
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Judy Goldring: Career Insights, Lessons, & Advice from the President and Head of Global Distribution at AGF Management
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by one of Canada’s most influential business leaders, Judy Goldring. Judy is the President and Head of Global Distribution at AGF Management Limited where she oversees the execution of strategic plans in support of business priorities…
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Sara Nathanson: Advice from Aritzia’s Vice President of Talent Acquisition
Hey Trailblazers!! Happy International Women's Day!! In this week’s episode I am joined by Sara Nathanson. Sara is the Vice President of Talent Acquisition at Aritzia - the widely successful global fashion brand. Throughout this conversation, Sara talks about her 20 years working for Aritzia,...
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Caitlin Neve: Becoming a Partner Manager at Pinterest & Post Grad Advice
Hi Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by Caitlin Neve, Partner Manager at Pinterest. Early in her career, Caitlin gained experience in advertising agencies, sales, consulting, and more before landing her role at Pinterest. Throughout this conversation, Caitlin talks about her…
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Leila Rafi: Lessons, Stories, & Advice from a Career in Corporate Law
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am joined by leading corporate lawyer, Leila Rafi. Leila is a partner in the Capital Markets and M&A Group at McMillan LLP, practicing securities laws. She is a prolific speaker and is passionate about mentoring, networking and building a profile in…
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Brianne Helfrich: Following Multiple Passions & Navigating Your Early Twenties
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to have Brianne Helfrich in today’s episode. Brianne has multiple passions as the founder and CEO of the clothing brand Helfrich Collective and the podcast host of Welcome to the Collective all while navigating the rollercoaster of post-grad life. Throughout…
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Kelly Burroughs: Working at Marvel Studios & Navigating the Production Industry
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to have Kelly Burroughs joining me for today’s episode. Kelly is currently the Visual Development Coordinator at Marvel Studios and has previously worked at both DreamWorks Animation and Nickelodeon. Throughout this episode you will learn about Kelly’s career...
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21 Pieces of Advice from 2021
Hey Trailblazers! Welcome to our FINAL episode of 2021! It has been a huge year for us & we are so grateful for each and every one of you. This episode reflects on all our conversations this year to recap all the advice our guests gave throughout 2021. Marianna and I also give you a few things we...
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Finals Week: Tips & Tricks
Hey Trailblazers!! In this week’s episode I am answering all your questions that were submitted on Instagram about navigating finals week. I give my studying tips and tricks, how I find motivation to study, how you can best plan your time, and how to handle back to back exams. While finals can be...
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Daphne Baldassari: Researching Gender & Diversity in the Workplace
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to have Daphne Baldassari joining me for today’s episode. Daphne is a PhD candidate in Strategic Management at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto and a PhD research fellow at the Institute for Gender and the Economy. Her research is...
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Sophie Gray: Social Media, Mental Health, & Building the DiveThru app
Hey Trailblazers!! I am so excited to be joined by DiveThru founder, Sophie Gray. After hitting rock bottom with her mental health, Sophie was determined to help other people who were struggling with their mental health, creating the DiveThru app. DiveThru helps users take charge of their mental...
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Jennifer Sutto: Breaking Down NFTs
Hey Trailblazers!! You’ve probably heard about NFTs (Non-fungible tokens), but with so many cryptocurrency buzzwords floating around it can be hard to keep up and understand what it all means. Today I am joined by Jennifer Sutto, aka “Jenny from the Blockchain”, host of the NFT Catcher Podcast.…
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Anya & Shania Bhopa: Striving for Social Impact
Hey Trailblazers!! Today’s episode features two incredible sisters, Anya and Shania Bhopa, who are co founders of the Canadian Courage Project. Together, Anya and Shania are empowering young people to strive for social impact while supporting youth facing homelessness. They dive into the lessons...
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Tiffany Rioflorido: Top Tips for Branding & Social Media!
Hey Trailblazers!!! Welcome back 😍 Today's episode is all about branding, social media, and starting a business. Tiffany is the founder of FLO an agency for all your social needs. New episodes are posted every other Tuesday so be sure to follow us on IG @business.casaul.podcast for updates and…
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Solo Episode: My Internship @ Nestle!
Hey Trailblazers! Welcome to my first ever SOLO episode!!!! Today I sat down to reflect and share my experiences as a summer intern at Nestle Canada! I hope my experiences help you in your applications and during fall recruitment ❤️
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Alisha Arora: 15 y/o Using AI to Help Mental Health Crisis
HEY TRAILBLAZERS! Today we are so lucky to share the incredible story of a 15-year-old girl who is using her passion for both AI and tech to fight the mental health crisis our youth are facing. She is also the co-founder of the Hope Sisters and has insightful advice on making change at such a…
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Alexis Robinson: Tech & IT Queen: AWS
Hey trailblazers! Alexis Robinson is the queen of all things tech and IT and joins Marianna and Stacey on this weeks episode to share her journey, encourage listeners to enter the industry and spill the tea on big tech!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Business Casual is an interview based podcast created to help girls around the world grow both professionally and personally. A podcast made for young ambitious, leaders in the making. Join Stacey and Marianna each week as they sit down with various female trailblazers in their respective industries. Though there will be lots of business the podcast will also explore their passions, interests, and everyday lives. Business Casual also strives to be a community in which girls can connect with other like-minded individuals who share the same passions.
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