The Entrepreneur Podcast

Sponsored by Connie Clerici, QS ’08, and Closing the Gap Healthcare Group, Inc.

69. The changing face of entrepreneurship with Ray Sharma

Ray Sharma discusses his entrepreneurial origins, the impact of AI on entrepreneurship, and other major trends to watch during this season of disruption.

68. Start-ups, school, and a new generation of women entrepreneurs

Janice Byrne sat down with the three young entrepreneurs to uncover their journey and the unique challenges they navigate as women and student founders.

67. Launching start-ups with Navin Kaminoulu and Scott Kaplanis

Entrepreneur Navin Kaminoulu, and Investor Scott Kaplanis discuss learnings from building companies together, from what to look for in a company and investment firm, and do’s and don’ts of raising capital, to what keeps them up at night, and the process, pros and cons of the exit.

Extras: Kristine Beese shares her experience in the Dragons' Den

Kristine Beese of Untangle Money talks about her experience pitching at CBC's Dragons' Den.

66. Untangling the gender wealth gap with Kristine Beese

According to the World Economic Forum, when women use financial plans designed for men, it fails them. So how do you construct a financial plan for women? That's what Kristine Beese is hoping to answer with her start-up, Untangle Money, which creates personalized plans for women in line with their life goals and personal plans.

65. From first responder to dog treat entrepreneur with Jaymie Crook

Jaymie Crook didn’t start off thinking he would be an entrepreneur. He married one. Today, Jaymie and Michelle are the co-founders of Bosco and Roxy, a leading player in the world of gourmet dog treats across North America.

Extras: Shane Skillen's advice on partnering in life and business

CEO of Hotspex, Shane Skillen, HBA '00, talks about the importance of partnering up well in business and in life.

64. Improving your luck with brand guru Shane Skillen

Global Ivey Day Special - Entrepreneurial success can often hinge on luck. But what if you could improve your luck? What if you can bend the forces of fortune just enough? That’s exactly what Ivey HBA 2000 grad Shane Skillen was eager to share with our community of entrepreneurs.

63. Not settling for "good enough" with Bryn Davis Williams and Jessica Bosman

Many women are forced to settle for “good enough,” when it comes to undergarments. But two Ivey HBAs, Bryn Davis Williams and Jessica Bosman, are challenging that compromise and the industry through their customized bras at DOUBL.

62. Powering a revolution in how Canadians travel with Chris Misch

Entrepreneurs are at the forefront of innovation. They change the way industries work and impact the global, local, and personal. Christopher Misch embodies that innovator ethos.

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