x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

This Commerce Life

Phil Chang / Kenny Vannucci

A Canadian Podcast, focused on Canadian brands, determined to talk about Canadian success stories. We are two retail guys that believe that Canadians are smart, resourceful entrepreneurs that Canada needs to know about. We find great stories of entrepreneurs for inspiration, teach the principles of retail, share best practices,. We play the role of connector to help entrepreneurs to find great partners.

business marketing

All Episodes

00:30:36

Off Script with Phil & Kenny: April Events Preview ...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/04/01

Off Script with Phil & Kenny: April Events PreviewJoin Phil Chang and Kenny Vannucci as they discuss upcoming food industry events and initiatives in Canada this April. The duo shares their plans for CHFA (April 26-27), where they'll run a unique connection hub using Polaroid photos to match brands with distributors, brokers, and partners. They'll also be attending Grocery Showcase West (April 14-15), supporting BC brands and connecting industry players. Thank you to Field Agent Canada for

en-ca

00:52:32

Frozen Assets: How TransCold Distribution Is...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/03/25

From ice cream bicycles to national distribution: Meet Melissa Leung of TransCold, the powerhouse behind Canada's frozen food logistics. Learn why small frozen brands need distribution partners, how TransCold expanded from ice cream to nationwide frozen food delivery, and why factoring in distribution costs from day one is crucial for frozen food startups. A must-listen for anyone in the frozen category or considering entering it. Get in touch with Melissa:

en-ca

01:01:15

Brittany from HIVE Naturals and Jeff Doucette from...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/03/18

In this episode, hosts Phil and Kenny welcome Brittany from HIVE Naturals and Jeff Doucette from Field Agent Canada to announce their groundbreaking partnership: the world's first hybrid merchandising agency.The collaboration combines Field Agent's powerful audit capabilities with HIVE's expert merchandising team to create a "find and fix" solution for brands. This innovative partnership allows brands of all sizes to efficiently identify in-store execution issues and target resources where they're

en-ca

00:49:34

Lisa Simonsen packs eggs for a living...just kidding....

This Commerce Life ·

2025/03/11

Lisa Simonsen packs eggs for a living...just kidding. If you're looking for a designer's view of front of pack labels that are upcoming, this is the episode for you. Connect with Lisa here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-simonsen/Find out more at Lisa's website: https://www.simonsendesigns.com/

en-ca

00:53:42

We're smiling ear to ear - Nadia Toledo plus talking...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/03/04

Tamales are an ancient dish from Mesoamerica, with about 500 variations in Mexico alone, differing by region and ingredients. Generally, almost anyone who has tried one, smiles when they reminisce about having a coffee, hot chocolate with a tamale. We're smiling ear to ear - Nadia Toledo plus talking about tamales is a win/win! Check out Nadia's tamales here: https://www.antojosysabores.com/Find Nadia here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiatoledo/ Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the

en-ca

00:55:37

She found me with one of her buttermilk biscuits in...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/02/25

She found me with one of her buttermilk biscuits in my mouth. Dawn Chapman owner and CEO of Toronto's Lazy Daisy's Café and inaugural winner of WXN Canada's Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Food Industry Award, presented by Skip Check out Lazy Daisy's Cafe: https://lazydaisyscafe.ca/Thank you to our sponsor Fieldagent Canada: https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/

en-ca

00:53:18

Rochelle Minagawa, Founder of MotherLove Ferments...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/02/18

Rochelle Minagawa, Founder of MotherLove Ferments jumps in to talk about the ending of the year, and what comes next for the business. Check out Motherlove Ferments here: https://www.motherloveferments.com/Find Rochelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-minagawa-7617491a5/Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/

en-ca

01:00:01

How to know what you don't know? Brody Hanson, CEO of...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/02/11

Brody talks production and quality issues. How to know what you don't know? Brody Hanson, CEO of Work Water talks about jumping into beverage making, starting from scratch with no industry experience. check out work water here: https://buyworkwater.comFind Brody here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brody-hanson-2774205b/ Thank you to Field Agent Canada for being our sponsor: https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/

en-ca

00:33:15

Taking control. We don't have a lot of it, but a...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/02/04

Taking control. We don't have a lot of it, but a chance to take a breath, make changes and continue to push for changes. Even though we have 30 days, let's not take our foot off the gas. In case you're interested - Kenny's Linkedin post is here: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kennyvannucci_buycanadian-shopcanadian-supportcanadian-activity-7291664605431402496-goGh?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAHLzV0B66Ny63xfoPTffiJK3tQ6g2ZDISM

en-ca

00:33:46

Things you can do in your day to day to change the...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/01/28

Just us today. Things you can do in your day to day to change the conversation around tariffs. Places and resources that you can go to find local brands, Canadian brands. Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. Head to https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/ratings-and-reviews Some resources:https://buybc.gov.bc.ca/https://madeinalberta.co/https://supportontariomade.ca/https://lesproduitsduquebec.com/en Great places to ask questions and learn about brands and

en-ca

00:59:55

Jennay Oliver is a fourth-generation farmer, that...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/01/21

Jennay Oliver is a fourth-generation farmer, that runs Paynter's Fruit Market in Kelowna. Her great-grandfather started the farm in 1919. We need more farmers in this country. check out Paynter's here: https://www.payntersfruitmarket.ca/Find Jennay here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennay-oliver-131420b3/?originalSubdomain=ca Thank you to Peter Boyd for connecting us.Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring this podcast. www.fieldagentcanada.com

en-ca

01:13:16

Mike Nunn comes on to talk automation, AI and how to...

This Commerce Life ·

2025/01/14

Mike Nunn comes on to talk automation, AI and how to help companies save some time and free up their folks to do other things.Find Mike Nunn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikednunn/Check out TLC solutions here: https://tlcitsolutions.com/ Thank you to David Vannucci for our new music in our intro.

en-ca

01:07:07

She's committed to the economic advancement of women....

This Commerce Life ·

2025/01/07

She's committed to the economic advancement of women. Natalie Frederick Wilson is from Barbados, raised in New York City, and currently living in Halifax, Nova Scotia. https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-frederick-wilson-338b1873/

en-ca

01:05:18

We finish the year with the fabulous Kyla King, CEO...

This Commerce Life ·

2024/12/31

We finish the year with the fabulous Kyla King, CEO and Founder of Rad Jamz. She's a Red Seal Chef that leaned into her love for jam. You can find Kyla here: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kyla-king-32911b2a9If you want to check out Rad Jamz, you can head here: https://radjamz.co/store/use coupon code: PK20 for a discount! Thank you to LGDF Wholesale for sponsoring this episode: www.lgdf.ca

en-ca

01:16:12

Claudio Perazzo started Italian Meat Master with one...

This Commerce Life ·

2024/12/17

Claudio Perazzo started Italian Meat Master with one goal in mind: to make a positive impact on Canadians' diet, cleaning and improving iconic comfort foods like sausages and cured meats Check out Italian Meat Master here: https://www.italianmeatmaster.com/You can find Claudio here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudio-perazzo-22747317a/Thank you to La Grotta Del Formaggio (LGDF Wholesale) for sponsoring this episode. You can find them at www.lgdf.ca

en-ca

00:56:40

President of Stong's Brian Bradley started working at...

This Commerce Life ·

2024/12/10

Brian Bradley started working at Safeway in high school, initially with no plans to stay long-term, but he ended up rising through the ranks due to mentorship and opportunities. Find out what he thinks about Stong's and what comes next. Find Brian Bradley here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-bradley-a404199/Shop Stong's here: https://www.stongs.com/If you're curious about the retailer panel - you can find it here: https://youtu.be/Faxa7MbPhao?si=PVHakwVFjo59Vd9_Thank you to LGDF Wholesale (La

en-ca

00:49:16

People are always thirsty. Wolseley Kombucha is on...

This Commerce Life ·

2024/12/03

People are always thirsty. Wolseley Kombucha is on track for it's best year ever. Michelle Leclerc talks about their success and what's next. In case you think this is an ordinary podcast hint, it's not - they've saved over 150,000 1L bottles from landfills. Check out Wolseley Kombucha here: https://www.wolseleykombucha.com/Find Michelle Leclerc here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-leclair-a39382236/

en-ca

01:00:55

Tatsuo Kan is the owner of Kojo, and founder of Kizuna.

This Commerce Life ·

2024/11/26

Tatsuo Kan is the owner of Kojo, and founder of Kizuna. He came to Canada because he felt like it was the right thing to do. 4 kids, a bunch of restaurants later, he hasn't stopped moving - he now has two restaurants and a sake line and a sauce line. check out Kizuna here: https://www.kizunasauces.com/Find Kojo here: https://sushikojo.com/

en-ca

00:51:33

He retired, started a business, retired again. Ran a...

This Commerce Life ·

2024/11/19

He retired, started a business, retired again. Ran a triathalon, got his bike stolen, bought a bar and the rest is history. Blair Wilson is the Founder of Forbidden Spirits. We wouldn't have met him if Peter Boyd didn't drag us to the Kelowna Farmer's Market. Find Blair here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blairwilsonforbiddenspirits/shop Forbidden spirits here: https://forbiddenspirits.ca/

en-ca

00:43:59

We take a tour of Pealow's Your Independent Grocer...

This Commerce Life ·

2024/11/13

We take a tour of Pealow's Your Independent Grocer with Brian Pealow. We're blown away by his focus on local, and helping the community out. Surprise surprise, he knows Peter Boyd. Pealow YIG is here: https://www.yourindependentgrocer.ca/store-locator/details/1734Find Brian here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-pealow-b-b-a-h-130a844a/

en-ca

107 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...