Gaurav Gupta, Owner of Leela Eco Spa, Leela Thermal House and SKA Thermal Spa. Entrepreneur with a passion for purpose-driven growth, operational efficiency, and people centered leadership. He combines a background in engineering and global business with a hands-on approach to building service based brands. After 6 years in Oil & Gas (SNC-Lavalin & Suncor Energy), he transitioned into entrepreneurship in 2014 by acquiring Leela Eco Spa, despite no prior experience in the wellness space. What began as a single spa in Calgary has grown into a portfolio of 12+ locations across Canada, including the launch of SKA Thermal Spa, Calgary’s first urban thermal wellness concept. Today, Leela Eco Spa and SKA Thermal Spa support over 350 team members and serve 140,000+ guests annually. The growth has been guided by lean systems, strong financial discipline, and a commitment to uplifting both clients and team members through exceptional service and meaningful experiences. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Kevin Halliday (kevinhalliday.com) is a transformation expert, TEDx speaker, and award-winning entrepreneur with success spanning the construction, fitness, and hospitality industries. He’s the founder of multiple companies, including Spindle Stairs & Railings, Alberta’s leader in stair innovation and recipient of the BUILD Award for Best Innovation Product, and Urban Studio Shed, a creative media and podcast production company. A former WNBF bodybuilding champion, Kevin turned his own life around from unhealthy and overworked to disciplined and purpose - driven. Through his hit podcast ShedTalk with Kevin Halliday and his powerful TEDx talk, "What Men Say in Sheds," he inspires people over 50 to transform their health, master their mindset, and create lasting wealth—proving that life doesn’t end at 50, it starts. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Monika Jensen is a chef, author, and creative force passionate about bringing balance, joy, and flavor to everyday living. She is the author of a new cookbook called The Balanced Plate: Healthy Recipes with Keto Alternatives, a 265-page cookbook designed to make nutritious eating approachable, colorful, and full of flavor. Each full-color recipe includes nutritional information and practical tips for living a low-carb lifestyle without sacrificing taste. Now available on Amazon and in bookstores this November, the book reflects Monika’s belief that healthy food should be both satisfying and exciting. Her love for food goes beyond creating recipes, it’s about turning healthy cooking into a celebration. By offering simple keto alternatives and approachable guidance, Monika helps home cooks discover meals that fuel the body while still bringing joy to the table. For Monika, the kitchen has always been more than just a place to cook, it’s been her anchor. During challenging times, cooking gave her purpose, comfort, and a sense of calm. That personal connection to food continues to shape her work today, inspiring her upcoming second cookbook, The Spiced Plate: Savor the Spice of Global Cuisine, which explores the joy of nourishing dishes infused with global flavors. Connect with Monika Cookbook on Amazon: The Balanced Plate Cookbook Website: chefmonikajensen.com Monika Jensen Productions: Monika Jensen Instagram: @chefmonikajensen Instagram: @Monikajensen1 YouTube: Chef Monika Jensen Facebook: Chef Monika Jensen TikTok: @monikajensenofficial Twitter/X: @monikajensen1 LinkedIn: Monika Jensen Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Chynna Winter is the Chief Executive Officer, Managing Broker, and Licensed Partner of Engel & Völkers Calgary. She has been an active member of the business community in Calgary for over two decades, previously holding executive management positions in the Oil & Gas industry. Chynna’s business background coupled with her passion for real estate have resulted in a long track record of successful transactions in the luxury real estate market in both Calgary and Central Alberta. She is known as a consummate professional with extensive market knowledge, sharp negotiating skills, and a dedication to providing the highest level of service. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Nancy Goemans is the founder and co-owner of Pie Junkie, a Calgary artisan pie shop she established in 2015. Prior to launching the business, she spent more than 25 years running a boutique marketing and design agency focused on the hospitality and food industries—building brands, developing menus, styling cookbooks, and shaping food-centric experiences. The inspiration for Pie Junkie was deeply personal. Nancy’s daughter, Taya, who lives with Williams syndrome, loved baking pies with her grandmother. After Nancy’s mother passed away, Taya asked, "Who will make pie with me now?" Nancy replied, "I will," to which Taya responded that she wanted to make pie for a living. That exchange sparked Nancy’s mission to create a space where exceptional pies would be crafted by hand and where all people—particularly those facing employment barriers—would be welcomed. Toward the end of Pie Junkie’s inaugural year, Nancy partnered with her longtime friend Jo-Anne Caza, who brought financial and operational expertise to complement Nancy’s creative vision. Together, they have grown Pie Junkie from a single storefront into five Calgary locations, while preserving the brand’s commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and community. Under Nancy and Joanne’s leadership, Pie Junkie has become celebrated for its all-butter crusts, scratch-made fillings, seasonal menus, ethical sourcing, sustainable practices, and dedication to social impact. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Sweet Bella is one of Calgary’s top chocolatiers, known for its bold, adventurous approach to flavour. Pastry Chef Kevin Conniff founded Sweet Bella as a labour of love, turning a personal passion into a thriving business with products now available in over 20 locations across Western Canada, as well as in Connecticut, Texas, and Colorado. The name Sweet Bella means "the sweet beautiful"—a concept that comes to life in the brand’s signature eccentric flavours and intricately engraved chocolate bars. While early creations were inspired by tea and spice blends, the company has since evolved to focus on a broader and ever-changing palette of creative ingredients. Kevin is a classically trained pastry chef with over 25 years of experience. He currently teaches as a Pastry Chef Instructor at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). In 2023, he was featured on the Food Network’s "Holiday Baking Championship," Season 10, where he was the only Canadian contestant and finished as runner-up, showcasing the exceptional talent Calgary has to offer. Originally from New York, Kevin’s culinary journey began in 1992 with a job washing dishes at a local bakery. He quickly became captivated by the craft, working his way up and eventually attending pastry school—where, ironically, tempering chocolate was once his greatest challenge. Today, chocolate is his passion and his art form. Kevin and his wife Melissa share a love of coffee, red wine, sweet treats, and great conversation. Their two sons are often found in the chocolate shop, learning about life, business, and the joy of creative work, usually to the soundtrack of ’90s hip-hop and alt-rock. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Amanda Schmidt is the heart behind Purely Inspired Living. The 28-year-old's own path to wellness began with a lot of frustration and self-doubt. She spent years investing time, energy, money, and resources into her health but still felt stuck — constantly fatigued and holding so much grief of not feeling well. That’s when she discovered ONDAMED®️, and everything shifted. As Calgary’s only certified ONDAMED®️ practitioner, her mission is to help others embrace a holistic, healthier lifestyle through personalized, non-invasive care. With Purely Inspired Living, she's building not just a wellness practice but a community that supports self-empowerment, confidence, and discovery — rooted in the belief that we all carry the innate ability to heal. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Chris Micetich is a serial entrepreneur and investor who is a Founder of seven companies across three industries. Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a proven track record of success including closing the largest licensing deal in Canadian biotech history. Skilled in Pharmaceutical Research and Development (R&D), Biotechnology, Contract Research Organizations (CRO’s) and Life Sciences. Extensive start-up experience. Remains actively involved in the innovation ecosystem mentoring visionary leaders. Graduate of the University of Alberta. Author of One Day You'll Understand: An Entrepreneur's Path To Purpose, Audience, And Voice Chris also sits on the Board of Explore Edmonton and is a mentor in CDL Rockies. Join Our Community of Canadian Entrepreneurs! Entrepreneurs are the driving force behind Canada’s economy, and we’re here to support them every step of the way. For exclusive insights, tips, and success stories from Canada's top business leaders, subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Want to stay ahead with the latest #entrepreneur podcasts, business strategies, and news? Don’t miss out—subscribe to our bi-weekly newsletter for updates delivered straight to your inbox! Join thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs who rely on us for the resources they need to succeed.

If you own land in a growing Canadian town or rural market, you need to meet Max Picton. He’s the entrepreneur behind Canada’s first fully automated modular storage facility — turning raw land into cash-flowing assets in just 90 days. Through his company, Modular Storage Solutions, and the My Storage Spot brand, Max is helping landowners unlock income and community value faster than traditional real estate ever could. He’s also the co-founder of BluLok, the next-gen smart entry system redefining how automation supports the storage industry. 👉 Tune in to this episode of Canada’s Entrepreneur to learn about the Canadian self-storage real estate sector, how self-storage supports community building, and how Max has identified an under-served market in Canada ripe for your investment. 💡 Ready to see what your land could do? Tap the link in the show notes for a free land assessment, exclusively for listeners of Canada’s Entrepreneur — where the world comes to hear how Canadians do business. 👉 Get a Free Land Assessment Canada’s Entrepreneur — where the world comes to hear how Canadians do business. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Dan Pantaleo, is President/ CEO of CanGuard Security & Investigations Inc. Dan founded CanGuard in 2005. The company is a full service security corporation with a core business of On -line Training, Background checks, guards and private investigators. For Dan personally its not being the biggest or the best but about being as integral and helpful as possible in this convoluted world of security. Dan dedicates about 25% of his time to helping candidates navigate through the world of security and assist them in getting job ready , employment or help them choose the best career path for them as individuals. Dan has a solid background in policing in Toronto and was able to make the transition into the private sector entrepreneurship successfully. His philosophy is simple, the more people he helps the more help he gets from people. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

For more than two decades, Robert Mithcell has been helping Ontario business owners navigate one of the most important decisions of their lives—selling their business. As the founder and lead advisor at Premium Mergers & Acquisitions, based in Guelph, he work hands-on with every client to maximize value, protect their legacy, and guide them through a confidential, stress-free process. His journey began as an engineer with Procter & Gamble, later complemented by an MBA from Rutgers University in Beijing. That foundation gave him a unique perspective: the analytical rigor of engineering combined with the strategic insight of business leadership. Over the years, I’ve advised and completed sales across diverse industries—ranging from manufacturing and distribution to service and retail. Each transaction is deeply personal, and my role is to ensure owners feel confident about both the deal and the future of their business. Beyond deal-making, Robert is passionate about mentoring entrepreneurs and giving back to the business community. Whether through speaking engagements, coaching, or supporting local initiatives, I believe entrepreneurship is a cornerstone of Canada’s economic strength—and I’m grateful to play a role in helping business owners achieve successful transitions. At its core, his work is about people, their journeys, and ensuring the next chapter is as rewarding as the last. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

In this episode of Canada’s Entrepreneur, we highlight a rare chance to acquire a 53-acre greenfield site in Vulcan, Alberta—strategically located midway between Calgary (pop. 1.68M) and Lethbridge (pop. 111K). With Direct Control zoning and a pre-approved structure plan, this property is development-ready for a mix of residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and wellness-focused uses. Key highlights include: Large-scale potential: Pre-approved for 300+ dwellings plus commercial, retail, and hotel opportunities. Wellness & lifestyle destination: Resort-style hotel with wellness centre, golf course frontage, and year-round recreation. Municipal support: $500,000 in-kind contribution and a dedicated Development Activation group to fast-track approvals. Favorable market conditions: 0% local vacancy, need for 217+ new units, and a hotel study projecting 58–62% occupancy. Strong economic drivers: Agriculture, renewable energy, industrial growth, tourism, and Vulcan’s unique “Star Trek Capital of Canada” brand. Flexible terms: Offered as a share or asset sale, with long-term lease options considered. FuturVille - the land owner, is seeking a builder–developer–investor partner to co-create a detailed development plan by Q2 2026, with construction to begin as soon as possible and no later than Q2 2028. This is not just land — it is vision-ready for Canada’s first prototype Health & Longevity Village, designed to prove the model and scale across regions.  If you’re looking for ROI with purpose, impact, and legacy, this episode is your invitation to lead the future of wellness-driven real estate.  Click here to Schedule a Call  OR Request the 53 Acre Mixed Use Development Kit

Jason Morais is the co-founder and President of Covehead Bay Capital and Franchisee for Two Men and a Truck Halifax. Born and raised in PEI, he graduated from UPEI with a Business Degree and then obtained a law degree from Bond University in Australia. I returned home to PEI where I practiced at a Charlottetown firm for 3.5 years before jumping into the entrepreneurial world. I always had a passion for business and desire to get into business. I began connecting and meeting with a number of local entrepreneurs to hear their stories on how they got into business. Eventually, I partnered with two local entrepreneurs, Kevin and Stephen Murphy to form Covehead Bay Capital, with a goal on acquiring and investing in small-mid market businesses based in Atlantic Canada. Our first acquisition was the Two Men and a Truck Halifax Franchise in 2017. He is the President of Two Men and a Truck Halifax and he is also national spokesperson for the Canadian franchise network. Since acquiring Two Men and a Truck Halifax, I moved to Halifax Nova Scotia where I reside with my wife Jackie and two beautiful daughters, Morgan and Audrey. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Chris Tutty is a local boy, born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. His love of the arts could be observed in every school he attended: poetry books, yearbook covers, coloring contests, large murals, paintings, and his participation in various school productions and talent shows. After high school Chris stopped painting and drawing all together to pursue a Geology degree. It seemed more practical to follow his father's footsteps into the oil and gas field. Chris has also sold real-estate, and has worked on many different movie projects, and commercials throughout the years, from The Assassination of Jesse James to Passchendaele. Currently he is co-producing a television show called the Chevy Boyzzz with co-star David "Shark" Fralick of The Young and the Restless and The Hollywood Way. Over the years Chris rarely had a spare moment to explore and express his truly passionate side through art. With the passing of three incredibly influential people in his life, Chris found himself drawn back to what always helped him convey his raw unfiltered emotions-ART! Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Ryan Blackwell is a Calgary chef and restaurateur known for concept-driven menus and polished, approachable cooking. Raised in Cochrane and trained at SAIT, Blackwell sharpened his craft in Vancouver’s restaurant scene, including a turn as chef de cuisine at the acclaimed Bin 941, before returning home to open Elbow Room in Britannia in 2017 with partner Josh Brennand. The restaurant earned quick acclaim, landing in Avenue’s "Calgary’s 25 Best Restaurants" and on OpenTable’s national "100 Best Restaurants for a Big Night Out." Since then, Blackwell has helped shape several Beltline concepts, founding Sensei Bar in 2021 and later leading the culinary program at Olea, an all-day café and bar inspired by Mediterranean coastal cooking. His current remit spans culinary director and partner roles across Olea and sister venues, where menus lean into handmade pastas, local market produce, and shareable plates that balance comfort and flair. His kitchens favour seasonality, clear flavours, and hospitable service, reflecting a belief that memorable dining should feel both special and easy to love. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Sharon Hapton, a successful Calgary-based businesswoman and mother of two, is the founder and CEO of Soup Sisters and Hug in a Bowl Enterprises. In 2008-2009, leading up to her 50th birthday, Sharon channeled her belief in the healing power of homemade soup into founding Soup Sisters, a grassroots organization. Recognized nationally and regionally for her work, Sharon has led the movement that has delivered over 4 million 'Hugs in a Bowl' to families and individuals in crisis. She has received numerous accolades, including being named one of Chatelaine's and CityTV's Women of the Year and receiving the Meritorious Service Medal from the Governor General of Canada in 2016. "I am a soup maker. I have cared for family and friends with soup for most of my adult life. If someone was down or needed some extra care, I would show up at their door, most often unannounced and with soup. I knew that this simple gesture had the power to change their day, and in the process of making it, I was letting them know how much I cared. The whole exchange – the soup-making, the visit, the comfort it provided and the appreciation it returned – created a fulfilling cycle of giving. Here is the recipe for Soup Sisters. All it took was for me to realize that I didn’t need to look beyond my truest self and that what I was looking for had always been inside me, just waiting to be recognized. After all, I am, and always have been, a soup maker." Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Calgary artist Paul Van Ginkel has been a full-time painter for 42 years. With over 2200 paintings created so far in his career, his work can be found in private and corporate collections around the world. After recently turning 65 he has no plans to retire and strongly feels his best work is ahead of him. While being pleased with his artistic abilities, he’s most proud of the fact that he’s able to turn his passion into a viable and very satisfying career. This has been achieved by his focus on the business side of his profession. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Shawn Freeman is the founder of Impactful MSP, a coaching business dedicated to helping Managed Service Providers scale, lead, and grow beyond seven figures. After building and successfully exiting his own MSP and then partnering to build a second one, Shawn now coaches other MSP owners to create businesses that are not only profitable but also truly impactful. He believes an exceptional MSP business empowers its owner, uplifts its team, delivers real value to clients, and strengthens the community it serves. With deep experience in technology, leadership, mentorship and entrepreneurship, Shawn provides the strategic insight MSPs need to shift from overwhelmed operator to confident, visionary leader. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Michael Crooks is a hospitality professional who is always interested in new challenges. He has achieved success in all aspects of the hospitality service industry. Three years ago he decided to move over to entrepreneurship and his journey and success are really insightful for those thinking of making the break to independence. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.

Jocelyne Holland brings nearly two decades of experience to her role as Partner at Holland Licensed Interior Design. With a wealth of knowledge and experience across a range of industries, including wellness, hospitality, medical, residential, and corporate interiors, she is a highly sought-after resource within the industry for her diverse expertise and focus on human-centred design. Jocelyne's impressive portfolio speaks volumes, showcasing an extensive list of loyal, repeat clients who have entrusted their projects to her unparalleled skills. A native of Alberta, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Mount Royal University. Stay Connected with #CanadasEntrepreneur! Join our growing community of entrepreneurs across Canada! Don't miss out on inspiring interviews, expert insights, and the latest business trends from the people shaping the future of our economy. 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel for full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CanadasEntrepreneur🌐 Explore more on our website: https://canadasentrepreneur.com💼 Connect with us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadas-entrepreneur📸 Follow behind-the-scenes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canadasentrepreneur👍 Stay in the loop on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/canadasentrepreneur🐦 Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/CanadasPreneur 💡 Want exclusive updates on the latest #entrepreneur podcasts and news? Make sure to subscribe and never miss a beat! Your support helps us continue bringing you the best stories from Canada’s top business leaders.