CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

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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 finding solutions, all this while helping the business owners.

  1. 15h ago

    Navigating Uncertainty: How One City is Building a More Diversified Future

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore regional investment, trade optimization, and scaling enterprises through data-driven strategies. Joining us is Brad Parry, President and CEO of Calgary Economic Development (CED) and Chief Executive Officer of the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund (OCIF), recognized for building Western Canada’s economic ecosystem. Key Highlights Investment Misconceptions: Trade Accelerator programs support local business beyond attraction alone.De-Risking Growth: OCIF aligns public and private capital to lower expansion risk.Innovation Activation: Calgary’s Innovation Strategy helps SMEs launch products faster.Global Trade Pivot: Firms adjust export strategies to mitigate US market uncertainty.Export Readiness: Advanced frameworks push businesses beyond basic international readiness.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspxFor more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    Navigating Uncertainty: How One City is Building a More Diversified Future

  2. 15h ago

    Beyond the Storefront: The Architecture Blueprint to Navigating Headless Agentic Commerce

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore modular commerce platforms, AI-driven procurement, and building flexible digital ecosystems for modern businesses. Joining us is Chase Bowler, Senior Account Executive at Shopware, sharing insights on open commerce, data ownership, and scalable digital strategies for mid-market brands. Key Highlights AI Data Control: Maintaining ownership while adopting AI-driven commerce solutions.Modular Commerce: Building flexible systems beyond traditional platform limitations.Agentic Commerce: Preparing businesses for AI-powered purchasing and procurement.Developer Ecosystem: How open communities accelerate merchant growth.Future-Proofing Commerce: Reducing technical debt with smarter digital strategies.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspxFor more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    Beyond the Storefront: The Architecture Blueprint to Navigating Headless Agentic Commerce

  3. 4d ago

    Beyond the Founder: The Real Steps to Building a Self-Sustaining Leadership Team

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore scaling operations, leadership systems, and building businesses that thrive beyond founder dependency. Joining us is Lorne MacInnes, President of Ferguson Moving & Storage, sharing insights on multi-location growth, autonomous teams, and strategic business expansion. Key Highlights Founder Transition: Maintaining control while stepping away from daily operations.Leadership Teams: Building management structures that operate independently.Multi-Provincial Growth: Scaling services across multiple Canadian markets.Strategic Focus: Moving from daily challenges to long-term planning.Aviation Discipline: Applying pilot principles to business systems and trust.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspxFor more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    Beyond the Founder: The Real Steps to Building a Self-Sustaining Leadership Team

  4. 5d ago

    Deep-Tech Scaling: The Blueprint for Disrupting Monopolized Hardware Sectors

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today, we explore deep-tech innovation and clean-energy infrastructure modernization. Joining us is Terri Breker, Chief Marketing Officer at VoltSafe Inc., leading brand growth and market commercialization for cutting-edge electrical technology. Key Highlights Legacy Infrastructure: Traditional electrical plugs need reinvention.Marine Sector Entry: VoltSafe targeted marinas as its first major market.Smart Grids: The technology modernizes power grids and energy management.Enterprise Expansion: VoltSafe can adapt to industries beyond marine applications.Visibility Strategy: Complex deep-tech products must resonate with mainstream audiences.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspxFor more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    Deep-Tech Scaling: The Blueprint for Disrupting Monopolized Hardware Sectors

  5. Sep 8

    Beyond the Quarter: The Operational Blueprint to Engineering Customer-Success-Led Revenue

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. The future of B2B commerce is no longer about selling faster—it’s about becoming easier for customers and AI agents to discover. Today, we explore how businesses are rebuilding digital commerce with smarter platforms, automation, and data-driven experiences. Joining us is Bryan House, Chief Executive Officer at Elastic Path. A Harvard Business School MBA graduate and global technology leader, Bryan shares insights from scaling open-source platforms, enterprise software companies, and building customer-focused strategies for modern commerce. Key Highlights Customer-Led Growth: How customer success strategies are reshaping B2B revenue models.AI Buyer Agents: Why businesses must rethink product data for AI-driven discovery.Commerce Integration: How connected systems simplify procurement and digital buying.AI Experimentation: Building practical AI strategies focused on real outcomes.Leadership Lessons: How craftsmanship influences product, operations, and team growth.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspxFor more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    Beyond the Quarter: The Operational Blueprint to Engineering Customer-Success-Led Revenue

  6. Sep 3

    Beyond Traditional Diversification: Digital Assets and the Future of Institutional Portfolio Construction

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Digital assets are no longer a niche experiment. They are reshaping institutional finance. Today, we explore how enterprises can structure portfolios, manage risk, and harness tokenized markets for sustainable growth. Joining us is Ash Tahbazian, Head of Business Development, North America at 3iQ Digital Asset Management. A CFA and CPA with over twenty years in custody and institutional finance, Ash bridges traditional investment frameworks with emerging blockchain platforms for North American asset allocators. Key Highlights Institutional Adoption | 1:58: Why digital assets are accelerating in mainstream portfolios. Convexity Matters | 5:58: Focusing on convexity over simple diversification for resilient investing. Beyond Single Tokens | 9:37: Market neutral strategies that expand digital asset opportunities. Modernized Infrastructure | 12:21: How tokenization and stablecoins will transform finance and payments. Custom Solutions | 16:02: Creating tailored investment strategies informed by institutional experience. Final Insights | 19:39: Closing perspectives on the evolving role of digital assets in institutional finance. Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx For more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: This recording and related materials (the "Materials") are for informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice, or any recommendation, solicitation, or offer. They do not consider individual objectives or needs; seek independent advice before acting. Distribution may be restricted by law, and viewers must comply with applicable laws. Participants' views, including clients', are their own, are not endorsements, and may not reflect 3iQ's views or other clients' experiences; results vary. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Information is current as of recording and subject to change without notice; 3iQ does not warrant its accuracy, including third-party content, or undertake to update it. Cryptocurrencies and digital assets are speculative and highly volatile; risks include total capital loss. Materials are provided "as is," and 3iQ disclaims all liability, to the fullest extent permitted by law, for loss from reliance on them.

    Beyond Traditional Diversification: Digital Assets and the Future of Institutional Portfolio Construction

  7. Aug 31

    The Verification Tax: Why Black-Box AI Systems Fail Modern Finance Productivity

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. AI promises faster decisions, but trust remains the biggest challenge for businesses adopting intelligent systems. Today, we explore how explainable AI is transforming finance, accounting, and HR operations with transparency and control. Joining us is Manav Thiara, Senior Vice President of Engineering and Platforms at Sage. Leading Sage’s AI, data, and platform engineering efforts, Manav is building the future of trusted AI experiences that help millions of small and mid-sized businesses operate smarter. Key Highlights The AI Verification Tax: Why businesses spend extra time validating AI-generated decisions. Glass Box AI: How explainable systems build trust in financial operations. Human-Controlled AI: Keeping people at the center of automated workflows. Trusted AI Selection: What businesses should evaluate before choosing AI solutions. AI Transformation Roadmap: The first steps toward transparent and reliable AI adoption. Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx For more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    The Verification Tax: Why Black-Box AI Systems Fail Modern Finance Productivity

  8. Aug 31

    Built to Deliver: Why 80% of Strategies Fail, and How Yours Can Stick

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Great strategies don’t fail because of ideas—they fail when execution breaks down. Today, we explore how organizations can turn complex challenges into aligned decisions, measurable action, and lasting transformation. Joining us is James Hunter, Director at Level5 Strategy. A Consulting Magazine Rising Star in Strategy & Transformation, James helps organizations across energy, healthcare, and regulated industries align leadership teams and build strategies that create real impact. Key Highlights Execution Gaps: Why strategic plans fail and how leaders can close the divide. Leadership Alignment: Using narrative-driven approaches to create lasting commitment. Data-Driven Strategy: Turning insights into stronger business decisions. High-Stakes Facilitation: Aligning diverse perspectives during critical discussions. Scaling Consultancies: Building strategy-focused teams through effective talent decisions. Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx For more expert insights, visit https://canadiansme.ca/ and subscribe to the CanadianSME Small Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! To learn more about how we are supporting the ecosystem, please visit the CanadianSME Small Business Foundation at https://smbfoundation.ca/. Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.

    Built to Deliver: Why 80% of Strategies Fail, and How Yours Can Stick
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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 finding solutions, all this while helping the business owners.

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