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OV Boss Babes

Your source to learning about ambitious female entrepreneurs, business owners, co-founders and business professionals in the Ottawa Valley, Lanark County and surrounding areas and their successful businesses in industries such as beauty, wellness, business, fashion and much more! New episodes released every Monday on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your favourite podcasts.

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01:01:20

OVBB Summer Rewind Throwback - Renfrew Eye Clinic

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2024/08/19

Our vision is crucial for the movements we make, tasks we accomplish, and interactions we have. It even impacts our sleep patterns based on the light we are exposed to during the day. Despite the importance of sight, it is often taken for granted until our vision begins to blur, prompting us to schedule an appointment with our optometrist.Dr. Morgan Welburn, Optometrist and Partner at the Renfrew Eye Clinic, along with her business partner, are strong advocates for eye health. They urge individuals

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01:17:42

Episode #187 - The One Where Val Hyska Tells All with...

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2024/08/06

Valerie Hyska is the proud owner of Your Independent Grocer (YIG), a beloved neighborhood grocery store that has been serving the Petawawa community for many years. With a passion for providing fresh, high-quality products and exceptional customer service, Hyska's YIG has built a loyal customer base and a reputation for being the go-to destination in Petawawa for all your grocery needs. But how does one get involved in the grocery store industry, how much equity do you require to take over

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00:48:48

Babe Beyond the Brand - Talk Therapy to Me with...

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2024/08/01

Celissa Vipond and Melissa Lindstro m we're hustling two colleagues working at a mental health care centre when COVID hit and more and more therapists started moving their practices online - and found that their clients much preferred receiving therapy virtually. And in 2021, Celissa and Melissa launched Virtual CBT, providing structured psychotherapy to individuals struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, health anxiety, and various phobias. In this episode, we

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01:11:40

OVBB Summer Rewind Throwback - Hela Beauty & Medical

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2024/07/29

Upon returning to the Ottawa Valley, Kristin Leitch made the decision to start her mobile makeup service, driven by her passion for the beauty industry and empowering women to feel confident and beautiful. Kris' business flourished as she expanded her services to include permanent makeup, brow shaping, botox, and laser treatments. In 2018, she established HeLa Beauty in Downtown Pembroke, followed by a second location in Petawawa. Kris and her team of professionals in white coats are committed to

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01:01:00

Episode #185 - Your Staff Are The Marketing Driving...

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2024/07/22

Krystin and Catherine Wood are a mother-daughter duo operating Mahogony Salon & Spa, offering two locations to serve and pamper their clients. Since opening the doors of their premier (Stittsville) location in June 2004, these babes and their team have been dedicated to exceptional guest service, attention to quality and taking their level of care and service to an entirely new level of luxury. But a lot goes on behind the scenes when it comes to owning two luxury day spas - and Catherine and

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00:46:47

OVBB Summer Rewind Throwback - Holey Confections

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2024/07/15

Perfected by a husband and wife duo, Samantha Armstrong and her spouse Tyler created an epic gourmet donut like no other. After discovering a unique donut concept in Nashville, Tyler and Sam were inspired to create their own version. It was during COVID that Tyler brought the idea forward to Sam, and the couple decided to pursue it. Despite having no culinary experience, the couple dedicated months to perfecting their 140-layer donut before launching it on social media. Fast forward 4 years later,

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00:41:27

Boss Babe Corner Ep. 114 - Unlocking the Power of...

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2024/07/12

Kate Page is a dedicated powerhouse in the health and wellness industry, committed to enhancing individuals' well-being, offering top-quality supplements and expert guidance to help her customers reach their health goals. Whether you're in search of clean vitamins, minerals, herbs, or sports nutrition products, Ottawa Valley Supplements is your trusted ally in holistic wellness, with professionals immersed in the nutrition biz, ready to help guide and educate you on various vitamin and mineral

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00:40:22

Episode #184 - Uncorking Success in a Wine Making...

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2024/07/08

After Denise Ray and her family had been approached by the former owners of U-Brew (before it became Cork Culture), letting them know they were nearing retirement, Denise, her former spouse and daughter were excited to get involved and take over this existing brew-on-premise business. After speaking with retailers and suppliers, familiarizing themselves with the wine making process and sampling plenty of different wines, they rebranded U-Brew and became Cork Culture, eventually relocating to a new

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00:28:45

Boss Babe Corner Ep. 113 -From a Curves Franchise to...

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2024/07/05

Terri-Lee Cameron was another member at the Renfrew Curves fitness location, which helepd women meet their fitness goals with a 30-minute total body workout combining strength training, cardio, and stretching. But then the former owner approached her, asking if Terri-Lee wanted to take over the business and she quickly agreed, ready to pursue this incredible opportunity.In addition to the struggles following the global pandemic and a franchise that was not worth continuing staying associated with,

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00:44:38

OVBB Summer Rewind Throwback - Jolie Folie Boutique

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2024/07/01

Mélanie Pieschke was working for the MRC Pontiac when she decided to take a leave of absence for a year and started selling clothes at the Sears store counter, realizing that she loved it and never looked back. She opened her fashion boutique, Jolie Folie, in Shawville because she was passionate about building economic development in her community and wanted to give people a reason to shop local instead of venturing to the big city. In this episode..... 👗 Mélanie dives into how she went from

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00:33:55

Boss Babe Corner Ep. 112 - There's Power in Sharing...

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2024/06/28

After Lindsay Wickware was blindsided by her then-husband, discovering that he was leading a double life, going through a divorce shortly after her daughter was born, and went through a a serious concussion, she rediscovered her love of art. Lindsay started painting again to pass the time while she recovered, both physically and mentally, and hasn't stopped since. Her abstract work combines her love of bold designs and cheerful colours - but within her artwork is a form of trauma healing, and this

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00:56:11

Episode #183 - Event Planning 101: Invest in an...

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2024/06/24

It is entirely possible to plan a wedding without the help of a professional planner, BUT there are some things you need to remember, might not be aware of and also want to enjoy your day without having to worry about the little things After being listed on Chatelaine’s 40 under 40 list, Julie McNamara knew it was time to take the plunge and expand her business model from a small wedding planning company to a vibrant social enterprise offering a diverse suite of events and public affairs services

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01:06:32

Episode #182 - Pay Attention to Repeated Feedback...

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2024/06/18

Scott's Shoes has quite the history past, with three generations of family ownership. The original store has been a well known fixture in downtown Renfrew since 1895 and the Scott family have been finding the perfect pair of shoes for every foot! Fast forward to 2024, Nathan Scott and his wife Haley are the main proprietors of the store, upholding the longstanding Scott family legacy of managing the business and delivering top-notch footwear and exceptional customer service at their three stores

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00:43:56

Boss Babe Corner Ep. 111 - Creative Change & Growth...

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2024/06/14

Located on the grounds of an 1860's stone manor house in the heart of Rideau Lakes, Stone Manor Studios is a renovated carriage house that was repurposed to become an exclusive art studio for creatives. Previously known as Newboro Manor, owner and creative director Kim Lulashnyk wanted to provide a warm and inspirational space for artists and craft enthusiasts alike to gather and learn from experts in their fields, engage in meaningful conversations about art, and provide them with an

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01:05:51

Episode #181 - Measure the Success of Your Social...

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2024/06/11

Megan Tysick is a data-hungry and creative marketing babe with years of brand management experience under her belt. With advanced capabilities building and strengthening businesses and their brands, she is Ottawa and Lanark County's go-to content creator, understanding brands across various industries and their marketing strategy's to developing a new or adjusted plan to help their biz thrive. From taking fashion business management in school to working behind the scenes at Aritzia, Megan quickly

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00:57:19

Episode #180 - A Peek Behind the Stage Curtain with...

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2024/06/04

Leia Antunes fell in love with the dance of ballet from a very young age, getting accepted into Royal Winnipeg Ballet’s Professional Division at the age of 13. She was immersed into the graceful, poised and beautiful world of ballet, but her lifelong dream of becoming a professional ballerina was met with strict dance schedules, body dysphoria, dancer comparisons, and sore feet. So this babe decided to take a break, travelled the world, and returned to her home in Smiths Falls to become... a

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00:48:09

Babe Beyond the Brand - Visually Viral: Exploring the...

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2024/05/30

Chelsea Lafleur, or better known as Queen Chelsea VFX, is a social media digital effects creator creates who creates visually stunning and captivating effects that not only catches the attention of her wide online audience, but her work often goes viral on her social media platforms, as people are constantly captivated by her mind blowing content. Chelsea has a knack for leveraging the latest digital tools and technology to produce engaging and shareable content that resonates with her viewers

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00:50:48

Boss Babe Corner Ep. 110 - The Impact of Pelvic Floor...

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2024/05/23

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00:56:44

Episode #179 - The Art of Workplace Coaching with...

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2024/05/20

In a world that is constantly changing, being at the top of YOUR GAME means you need to make TOUGH DECISIONS about your business and yourself in order to be successful. And working one-on-one with Tina Collins, Executive and Team Coach helps individuals, organizations and teams identify their strengths, needs, dreams, potential, identities and more. During the coaching process, Tina holds up a mirror to executives so that they can identify some of the things that are blind spots to them and

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01:01:31

Episode #178 - This Sushi Boss is on a ROLL with The...

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2024/05/13

Saschali Brunette, Owner of The Sushi House Petawawa, co owner with her partner Mackenzie and proud mother of three busy littles, launched the very first sushi business in downtown Pembroke before she decided to take a break and focus on her music career. But after relocating back to the Ottawa Valley and the small community of Laurentian Hills, she realized there was a demand for more sushi options - so she and her partner got to work! With their skilled talents, fresh sushi recipes and a taste

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