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CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

Welcome to the CanadianSME podcast, a podcast for Canadian Small Businesses. In our podcasts, we interview Canadian experts and entrepreneurs to give small business owners access to expert knowledge that helps them grow their enterprises. Our mission is to empower Canadian small and medium enterprises and help them reach a bigger audience through our platform. Calling upon some of the most successful subject matter experts in the industry, the small business podcasts aim at identifying issues and

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00:19:04

Unlock Hidden Profits: Smarter Asset Management for...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore the strategic insights behind managing physical assets, a critical yet often overlooked driver of operational excellence and business value.Our guest is James Reyes-Picknell, Director and Principal Consultant at Conscious Asset, a Mechanical Engineer and author of Uptime - Strategies for Excellence in Maintenance Management. James brings nearly five decades of experience across industries like mining,

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00:22:38

Smart Living: Tech for Residents

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2025/10/06

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore how technology and AI are reshaping residential property management to deliver smarter, more seamless customer experiences.Joining us is Jeff Hahn, CIO of FirstService Residential, one of North America’s largest residential property management companies. With decades of IT leadership, Jeff shares how his team is driving innovation through digital transformation and AI-powered solutions.Key

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00:19:45

From Bootstrap to Brokerage Leader: Boardwalk’s...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/06

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore the transformative world of commercial insurance, focusing on how a leading Canadian brokerage is leveraging technology and innovative strategies to deliver tailored solutions for business owners.Joining us is Michael Malfa, CEO and Co-founder of Boardwalk Insurance Corporation. With over 15 years of experience, Michael drives Boardwalk’s mission to build Canada’s most accessible and sophisticated

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00:22:21

Bright Advice: How Sun Life Helps Advisors and...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore how financial advisory is evolving with technology, personalization, and purpose to help Canadians achieve long-term financial security.Joining us is Daniele Farinaccia, Senior Vice-President, Distribution and Channel Management at Sun Life Canada, who shares insights on empowering advisors with cutting-edge tools, balancing innovation with personal relationships, and shaping the future of financial

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00:25:48

Kids & AI: What Every Parent Needs to Know

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore the world of AI governance, focusing on the critical role of AI assurance and how companies can build trustworthy AI systems.Our guest today is Fion Lee-Madan, Chief Product Officer at Asenion. Fion brings extensive leadership experience and strategic vision in the AI governance field. Asenion, born from the merger of Fairly AI and Anch.AI, is an AI Trust, Risk, and Security Management (TRiSM)

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00:14:43

Stay22 CEO: How a Startup Survived 90% Revenue Loss &...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/02

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore how Andrew Lockhead, CEO and Co-founder of Stay22, is disrupting the travel and entertainment industry with innovative monetization tools and a resilient startup journey.Andrew shares his insights on building strong company culture, navigating product-market fit, and leading through challenges such as the pandemic. From empowering creators to monetize content to shaping the future of event and

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00:18:10

How to thrive in a world of disruption: From Ai to DEI

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/02

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this special AI for SMBs series, we explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way Canadian small and medium-sized businesses operate, innovate, and grow.Joining us today is Howard Chang, Founder and Chair of The Turn Lab Inc. and CEO of Just Meeting Rooms. With expertise in marketing innovation, digital transformation, and AI adoption, Howard shares insights on building purpose-driven businesses, navigating

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00:19:30

AI, CRM & ERP: Automation in System Design for...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/10/01

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we dive into the role of technology transformation in scaling businesses, focusing on how growth-driven companies can move from chaos to clarity through automation, AI, and scalable systems.Andrew Andreoli from Trajectory Group and Heather Gordon from Initus Technologies join us to explore the signs businesses should upgrade from legacy tools, the key to integrating CRM and ERP systems, and the future of enterprise

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00:17:27

PR in the Age of AI: How SMEs Can Dominate Media...

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2025/10/01

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we dive into the bold world of Public Relations and explore how businesses can break through the noise to earn media-dominating coverage in today’s crowded news cycle.Our guest is Patrick McCaully, a former broadcast journalist and the founder of Pointman News Creation, an award-winning PR agency ranked internationally for its fearless and inventive approach. With 25 years of experience, Patrick has engineered

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00:25:11

Building Canada’s Workforce Future with Palette...

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2025/10/01

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Darian Kovacs. In this episode, we explore the future of workforce development and how Canadian SMEs are central to talent growth, innovation, and economic resilience.Our guest is Mark Beckles, CEO of Palette Skills and Upskill Canada, a leader with over 25 years of experience driving transformative initiatives in financial services, non-profits, and workforce development. Mark has led programs like RBC Future Launch and RBC Upskill,

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00:18:49

Small Biz Unleashed: AI's Secret Weapon Levels the Field

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2025/10/01

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore the world of conversational AI and how Canadian businesses can leverage AI-driven solutions to enhance customer engagement and sales automation.Our guest today is Russell Ward, Co-Founder and CEO at Massively.ai. Russell’s journey spans leading marketing for brands like Teletoon, Cartoon Network, and Adult Swim, to pioneering AI-driven research with CRIS Research. At Massively, he has built MAT by

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00:17:38

Small Biz Growth: Visa Data Reveals

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2025/09/30

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how data can help Canadian businesses better understand consumer behavior and capitalize on unique opportunities during major events.Joining us is Lacy Lauks, Head of Visa Consulting & Analytics (VCA) in Canada, who leads a team delivering impactful insights across the payment ecosystem. Lacy shares how VCA data sheds light on spending patterns and what it means for small businesses.Key

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00:31:54

Global Business Expansion: Is Canada Your Next...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we’re exploring the strategies and insights that empower entrepreneurs to achieve global ambitions. We’ll focus on the unique advantages of establishing a business in Canada, the vital role of its support ecosystem, and how international entrepreneurs can seamlessly integrate into the Canadian market.Joining us today is Slava Apel, CEO of Canada Business Consulting, a cross-border advisory firm helping businesses expand

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00:15:26

Data for Growth: Your Biz AI Edge?

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2025/09/29

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore how Canadian businesses can unlock the full potential of their data through analytics, AI, and smart data strategies.Joining us is Shanawaz Janmohamed, Analytics Director at Function Group Analytics, who brings extensive experience helping organizations centralize data, build analytics maturity, and harness AI/ML for smarter decision-making. Shanawaz shares how businesses can turn raw data into

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00:16:18

AI-Driven Cloud & Generative AI in 2025: The...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how businesses can harness data, cloud, and AI to unlock growth, improve efficiency, and transform insights into strategic action.Joining us is Omar Kazi, Senior AI and Enterprise Solution Architect at MIR Digital Solutions, who brings over 25 years of experience in enterprise technology and AI. Omar shares how mid-sized businesses are adopting cloud and AI, the role of analytics in differentiation,

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00:14:58

AI in Music: How StrmMusic is Building Independent...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how technology, AI, and data are reshaping the music industry, giving independent artists new tools to build sustainable careers.Joining us is Geoffry Cubitt, CEO of StrmMusic North America, a digital innovation leader with decades of experience in global transformation. Geoffry shares how StrmMusic’s music career accelerator empowers artists with AI-driven insights, flexible funding, and control

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00:20:04

SME Digital Trust: Is Your Business Ready?

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/29

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore the crucial role of digital governance and standards in shaping Canada’s online future, and why SMEs must embrace them to stay competitive.Joining us is Keith Jansa, CEO of the Digital Governance Council, who shares how standards like AI ethics and cybersecurity empower businesses, why validation builds trust, and how SMEs can influence Canada’s digital policy landscape.Key Highlights:1. Digital

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00:23:40

Scale smarter with Global Talent

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore how technology is reshaping immigration, making the process more transparent and scalable for Canadian businesses, schools, and newcomers.Joining us are Jonathan Sherman, Head of Sales and Partnerships at BorderPass, and Michael Pietrocarlo, Head of Marketing at BorderPass. Together, they share how BorderPass, an AI-powered legal tech platform, is powering global mobility and helping Canada connect

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00:21:28

AI-Driven HR: Why Most Leaders Miss This...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore the evolving role of human resources and how research-backed strategies can transform workplaces and drive stronger business outcomes.Joining us is Maureen Cahill, Senior Managing Partner, Executive Services at McLean & Company. With 30 years of HR leadership experience across global organizations, Maureen shares her insights on talent management, leadership, and the future of HR.Key Highlights:1

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00:23:24

The Home Equity Partners: A New Way for Canadians to...

CanadianSME Small Business Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore a debt-free financial model reshaping how Canadians can access home equity without monthly payments or added debt.Joining us is Shael Weinreb, Founder and CEO of The Home Equity Partners, who shares his mission to bring the Home Equity Sharing Agreement (HESA) to Canada, offering a proven alternative that has supported U.S. homeowners for over 20 years.Key Highlights:1. Personal Mission: Why Shael

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