Pivoted Success

Jarrod Goldsmith, Sean Cochrane

Highlighting small business owners that have successfully pivoted during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  1. 2021-09-16

    Heather Norris & Albert Wong

    MEET YOUR HOSTS Sean Cochrane is the President of TCC Canada- The Corporate Centre https://tcccanada.com/ with long term experience working in the corporate business industry. His exposure to a wide variety of businesses within the TCC Canada office spaces has given him great insight into where the business world has evolved and where it is heading. Jarrod Goldsmith https://jarrodgoldsmith.ca/ is a Canadian small business community builder and is the embodiment of the small business spirit. He is the founder of eSAX Virtual Events https://esax.ca/, eXclusive eXperience, Ask The Fedora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbxtsbF_pfs&list=PLkvzOB_dwOVNXTe9aI9h6YT2IzXtN_CKg&index , and Sax Appeal Ottawa https://saxappeal.ca/ . Jarrod hosts the eSAX Podcast series https://esax.ca/podcast and has over 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/eSAXnetworking?sub_confirmation=1 on entrepreneurship, small business and networking knowledge. Jarrod is one of the region's best known entrepreneurial networkers.   GUEST: Heather Norris & Albert Wong Heather Norris -Driven to create social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities, I’m committed to working and advocating for the many causes I believe in. Following ten years of management positions in the healthcare industry in Ottawa and Toronto, I’ve now built a reputation as an innovator and change-maker in the non-profit sector. I’m a leader and advisor invested in community development, skilled in operations management, fundraising, government relations, human resources and volunteer management, board governance and public speaking. I’ve gleaned important lessons and perspectives across the public, private and non-profit sectors, which have created a strong foundation for managing complex leadership challenges of modern organizations. I’m a consummate professional with a Masters degree, and I have a proven track record of success. Albert Wong - "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Nelson Mandela Creating positive change in the world, one student at a time. I am committed to connecting and engaging the talent and wisdom of our community to unlock the potential in youth. "Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better than you found it." Marian Wright Edelman

    48 min
  2. 2021-09-09

    Eric Fournier

    MEET YOUR HOSTS Sean Cochrane is the President of TCC Canada- The Corporate Centre https://tcccanada.com/ with long term experience working in the corporate business industry. His exposure to a wide variety of businesses within the TCC Canada office spaces has given him great insight into where the business world has evolved and where it is heading. Jarrod Goldsmith https://jarrodgoldsmith.ca/ is a Canadian small business community builder and is the embodiment of the small business spirit. He is the founder of eSAX Virtual Events https://esax.ca/, eXclusive eXperience, Ask The Fedora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbxtsbF_pfs&list=PLkvzOB_dwOVNXTe9aI9h6YT2IzXtN_CKg&index , and Sax Appeal Ottawa https://saxappeal.ca/ . Jarrod hosts the eSAX Podcast series https://esax.ca/podcast and has over 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/eSAXnetworking?sub_confirmation=1 on entrepreneurship, small business and networking knowledge. Jarrod is one of the region's best known entrepreneurial networkers.   GUEST: Eric Fournier Mr. Fournier is presently the Director General (Science & Technology) for Strategic Decision Support. He is a Scientific Advisor to the Department of National Defence and to the Canadian Armed Forces. His role is to provide analysis support on policy and strategy, and enterprise resource management to the department.  Eric began his career with Defence Research & Development Canada (DRDC) as a Defence Scientist in the Flight Mechanics Group of the Precision Weapons Section at the Valcartier laboratory in August 1992. He spent most of his scientific career in that establishment, where he held a number of positions in the Weapons field of study. He also spent one year at the United Kingdom DERA Fort Halstead laboratory as an exchange scientist in the late ninety’s.  In May 2006, he was appointed Director, Science & Technology Air, in Ottawa, where he managed the Air Force S&T Program portfolio. As part of his duties, he also served as National Representative on the Aerospace Systems group (AER) in The Technical Cooperation Program. From September 2008 to July 2009, he moved to the Canadian Forces College in Toronto where he completed the National Security Program 1 (NSP-1).  Upon his return to Ottawa, he was appointed Director of Defence Research and Development Canada’s Centre for Operational Research and Analysis (CORA), and was responsible for the delivery of a Science and Technology program in the areas of operational research, strategic analysis, and scientific and technical intelligence. In 2014, Mr. Fournier took up the position of Defence R&D Counsellor at CDLS (London) where he was responsible for liaison in defence Science and Technology between Canada and the United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Denmark.  Upon returning to Canada in July 2017, he was appointed DG for Strategic Decision Support, and also selected to develop and lead the implementation of the Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) initiative.

    36 min
  3. 2021-09-02

    Majeed Mogharrenban

    MEET YOUR HOSTS Sean Cochrane is the President of TCC Canada- The Corporate Centre https://tcccanada.com/ with long term experience working in the corporate business industry. His exposure to a wide variety of businesses within the TCC Canada office spaces has given him great insight into where the business world has evolved and where it is heading. Jarrod Goldsmith https://jarrodgoldsmith.ca/ is a Canadian small business community builder and is the embodiment of the small business spirit. He is the founder of eSAX Virtual Events https://esax.ca/, eXclusive eXperience, Ask The Fedora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbxtsbF_pfs&list=PLkvzOB_dwOVNXTe9aI9h6YT2IzXtN_CKg&index , and Sax Appeal Ottawa https://saxappeal.ca/ . Jarrod hosts the eSAX Podcast series https://esax.ca/podcast and has over 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/eSAXnetworking?sub_confirmation=1 on entrepreneurship, small business and networking knowledge. Jarrod is one of the region's best known entrepreneurial networkers.   GUEST: Majeed Mogharreban Before the age of 21, Majeed Mogharreban owned and sold five successful businesses and traveled to 24 countries. In the past 7 years, he has mentored hundreds of business owners, including a two-time Olympic gold medalist and MVP professional football player. Majeed has inspired audiences in Canada, United States, Australia, and New Zealand. He has appeared as a guest expert on TV, and been featured in various newspapers, including The Globe and Mail, Canada’s leading national publication. Majeed is dedicated to help people unlock their freedom to actively create a life of passion and purpose. Some might call him the arch nemesis of a directionless life. We call him Your Personal Success Guide. His story-filled talks and seminars help people unleash their own inner expert -- unlocking the vision, discipline, and bravery needed to take bold, intentional steps toward the life they dream of. Do you want to make money doing what you love? Majeed will show you why being more “entrepreneurial” is the key -- whether you ever choose to own a business or not. This is the skill for thriving in the 21st century. Newly published, his first book “Winning At Life” is a must-have instructional guide for young people to live a life of passion and make a meaningful impact along the way. With Majeed as your guide, you’ll design your personal map, and be ready to walk your path from point A to where you envision yourself to Be.

    50 min
  4. 2021-08-26

    Paula Hopkins

    MEET YOUR HOSTS Sean Cochrane is the President of TCC Canada- The Corporate Centre https://tcccanada.com/ with long term experience working in the corporate business industry. His exposure to a wide variety of businesses within the TCC Canada office spaces has given him great insight into where the business world has evolved and where it is heading. Jarrod Goldsmith https://jarrodgoldsmith.ca/ is a Canadian small business community builder and is the embodiment of the small business spirit. He is the founder of eSAX Virtual Events https://esax.ca/, eXclusive eXperience, Ask The Fedora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbxtsbF_pfs&list=PLkvzOB_dwOVNXTe9aI9h6YT2IzXtN_CKg&index , and Sax Appeal Ottawa https://saxappeal.ca/ . Jarrod hosts the eSAX Podcast series https://esax.ca/podcast and has over 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/eSAXnetworking?sub_confirmation=1 on entrepreneurship, small business and networking knowledge. Jarrod is one of the region's best known entrepreneurial networkers.   GUEST:  Paula Hopkins I am an inspirational and compassionate professional, with extensive years of experience in management, advisory and coordination roles. Within my career I have supported various business owners, from sole proprietors to high tech start-ups who possess diverse backgrounds, ages and skill-sets. Also I have developed well-rounded training curriculums for entrepreneurs, covering business topics ranging from legal contracts to social media marketing. These resources nurture clients’ potential, passions and personalities to achieve their career ambitions. Currently I manage a team of Business Advisors to achieve common goals, while also helping to bring out the best in each team member. Within Invest Ottawa’s Education Centre, we have provided workshops and seminars to over 3000 individuals in 2017 alone. Personally, I believe training and education are lifelong processes, and demonstrate my passion through building strong interpersonal relationships and networks!

    41 min
  5. 2021-08-19

    Greg Matthews

    MEET YOUR HOSTS  Sean Cochrane is the President of TCC Canada- The Corporate Centre https://tcccanada.com/ with long term experience working in the corporate business industry. His exposure to a wide variety of businesses within the TCC Canada office spaces has given him great insight into where the business world has evolved and where it is heading. Jarrod Goldsmith https://jarrodgoldsmith.ca/ is a Canadian small business community builder and is the embodiment of the small business spirit. He is the founder of eSAX Virtual Events https://esax.ca/, eXclusive eXperience, Ask The Fedora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbxtsbF_pfs&list=PLkvzOB_dwOVNXTe9aI9h6YT2IzXtN_CKg&index , and Sax Appeal Ottawa https://saxappeal.ca/ . Jarrod hosts the eSAX Podcast series https://esax.ca/podcast and has over 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/eSAXnetworking?sub_confirmation=1 on entrepreneurship, small business and networking knowledge. Jarrod is one of the region's best known entrepreneurial networkers.   GUEST: Greg Matthews  Experienced Leader, Banker and Business Advisor with over 16+ years in the Financial Services sector with RBC Royal Bank. My experience in Commercial Banking and Personal Finance has prepared me for my current role as leader of a professional financial advisory team. I am responsible for our teams employee engagement/skill development, a memorable advisory based client experience and the business growth of our platform. My role as the Manage Business Markets, Ottawa South & East is to ensure our clients thrive by receiving best in class advice through the startup, growth and transition phase of their business. This in turn helps our ecosystem and community prosper. Proud graduate of the Executive MBA through the Telfer School of Management @ the University of Ottawa.

    45 min
  6. 2021-08-12

    Sueling Ching

    MEET THE HOSTS  Sean Cochrane is the President of TCC Canada- The Corporate Centre https://tcccanada.com/ with long term experience working in the corporate business industry. His exposure to a wide variety of businesses within the TCC Canada office spaces has given him great insight into where the business world has evolved and where it is heading. Jarrod Goldsmith https://jarrodgoldsmith.ca/ is a Canadian small business community builder and is the embodiment of the small business spirit. He is the founder of eSAX Virtual Events https://esax.ca/, eXclusive eXperience, Ask The Fedora https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbxtsbF_pfs&list=PLkvzOB_dwOVNXTe9aI9h6YT2IzXtN_CKg&index , and Sax Appeal Ottawa https://saxappeal.ca/ . Jarrod hosts the eSAX Podcast series https://esax.ca/podcast and has over 700 videos on the eSAX YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/eSAXnetworking?sub_confirmation=1 on entrepreneurship, small business and networking knowledge. Jarrod is one of the region's best known entrepreneurial networkers.   GUEST: Sueling Ching  Sueling Ching is now Interim President & CEO of the Ottawa Board of Trade. Ms. Ching’s connection to the Ottawa business community began three years ago when she accepted the role of CEO at the West Ottawa Board of Trade, one of the predecessor organizations of the current Ottawa Board of Trade. Prior to her time in Ottawa, Sueling spent over twenty years working in a variety of business and community development roles, including as the CEO of the YMCA of Brockville and Area, and then as CEO of the Brockville and District Chamber of Commerce. A strong community advocate, Ms. Ching has been involved in many volunteer and charitable projects over the course of her career. More recently, she pursued her interest in entrepreneurship by launching a consulting firm focusing on women’s leadership, community development, and personal wellness.

    34 min

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Highlighting small business owners that have successfully pivoted during the COVID-19 pandemic.