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. 40m ago

    Beyond the Pitch Deck: The Growth Blueprint to Scaling Market-Ready Tech Ventures preferred

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. A great idea is only the beginning; turning it into a fundable, scalable business takes validation, structure, and the right connections. Today, we explore what early stage founders need to move confidently from innovation to commercial growth. Joining us is Pam Banks, Executive Director at Altitude Accelerator. With more than two decades in Ontario’s innovation ecosystem, Pam helps technology ventures strengthen market readiness, prepare for investors, and connect with angel capital through programs and funding initiatives. Key Highlights Building for Scale: The foundations founders need before pursuing rapid growth.Market Validation: How entrepreneurs can test whether their venture has real commercial potential.Angel Investment: When to raise capital and what investors look for in early stage companies.Summit Edge SPV: How specialized funding structures can open new paths to venture capital.Investor Readiness: A practical step founders can take to become more investment ready.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAFor 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 Pitch Deck: The Growth Blueprint to Scaling Market-Ready Tech Ventures preferred

  2. 1d ago

    The Human Strategy Premium: Why Raw AI Generated Marketing Fails Business ROI

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. AI is changing marketing forever, but better technology does not replace better thinking. Today, we explore how businesses can combine artificial intelligence, human expertise, and strategic creativity to build stronger brands. Joining us is Robert Burko, CEO at Elite Digital. With over 20 years of digital marketing leadership, Robert has built a leading agency serving global brands and developed AI-powered solutions that help businesses make smarter marketing decisions. Key Highlights AI Beyond Prompts: Understanding the difference between accessing AI and using it effectively.Trustworthy Content: Avoiding AI errors through verification and critical thinking.Human + AI Marketing: Knowing when technology and expertise work best together.Elite’s Intelligence Engine: How Elie enhances AI-driven marketing strategies.Responsible AI Adoption: Building a practical roadmap for smarter marketing.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.

    The Human Strategy Premium: Why Raw AI Generated Marketing Fails Business ROI

  3. 1d ago

    The AI Visibility Engine: How Glass-Box Search and Intimate Client Knowledge Drive Growth

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Great businesses are not built by chasing every trend—they grow by knowing their value, audience, and purpose. Today, we explore how mission-driven organizations can build stronger brands, price with confidence, and stay visible in a changing digital world. Joining us is Alethea Robinson, Founder of See Girl Work Marketing & Branding. With nearly two decades of experience leading marketing and communications for leading health and nonprofit organizations, Alethea helps purpose-driven brands create meaningful connections and sustainable growth strategies. Key Highlights Value-Based Pricing: Moving beyond self-worth and building confidence in business value.Strategic Growth: How intentional decisions helped scale a creative agency.Beyond Social Media: Building growth through deeper client relationships and trust.AI Search Visibility: Helping small agencies stay discoverable in evolving search landscapes.Brand Positioning: Practical ways founders can clarify their message and market presence.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAFor 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 AI Visibility Engine: How Glass-Box Search and Intimate Client Knowledge Drive Growth

  4. 1d ago

    Beyond Motivation: Redefining Leadership, Success, and Impact for Women in Business

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. Today’s episode brings four powerful perspectives to one conversation about ambition, visibility, leadership, capital, and wellbeing. In this special roundtable, we explore what women truly need to move from inspiration to meaningful action. Joining us are the Founding Four of the Vanguard Impact Summit: Andrea Chase, Lynn Gaudet, Erin Sisko, and Tyler Skinner. Together, they unpack the realities behind modern success, from building stronger communities and securing capital to navigating visibility, confidence, and sustainable growth. Key Highlights Redefining Success: How women are challenging traditional definitions of ambition and achievement.Leadership & Emotional Intelligence: Why self awareness, trust, and authentic communication matter more than ever.The Cost of Visibility: Navigating criticism, vulnerability, confidence, and public leadership.Ambition Meets Wellbeing: Building meaningful businesses without sacrificing personal health and fulfillment.From Inspiration to Action: Practical ideas for creating clarity, community, and strategic momentum.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 Motivation: Redefining Leadership, Success, and Impact for Women in Business

  5. 4d ago

    The Industrial Reliability Premium: Why Smart AI Predictive Maintenance Eliminates Factory Downtime

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. A machine rarely announces its failure before it happens, but the right data can. Today, we explore how wireless sensing and AI are helping industrial teams spot problems earlier and keep critical operations moving. Joining us are Jay Crum and Mark Cooper, Senior Sales Managers at Treon. Together, they bring hands-on expertise in predictive maintenance and industrial digital transformation, helping companies turn equipment data into smarter maintenance decisions. Key Highlights Maintenance Reset: Why traditional equipment checks are struggling to keep pace with modern operations.AI on the Floor: How intelligent tools can give technicians better visibility without replacing their expertise.Predictive Advantage: Using equipment data to catch issues early and reduce costly downtime.Migration Made Easier: How Treon is helping industrial teams transition from Amazon Monitron.Reliability First: A practical starting point for leaders looking to strengthen equipment performance.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.

    The Industrial Reliability Premium: Why Smart AI Predictive Maintenance Eliminates Factory Downtime

  6. 6d ago

    The SAP Concur Engine: How Global Survey Benchmarks, Best Flights for Me, and Automation Scale Compliance

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Business travel is changing, from where employees go to how companies manage every booking, expense, and safety concern. Today, we explore the trends shaping Canadian corporate travel and the technology making it easier to manage. Joining us is Kristen Hrycoy, Director Channel Sales Executive at SAP Concur. With extensive experience across the travel industry, Kristen brings insights from SAP Concur’s 8th Annual Global Business Travel Survey and shares how Canadian businesses can balance employee needs, costs, and smarter travel management. Key Highlights Canadian Travel Trends: What the latest business travel data reveals about Canadian employees.Overtourism Challenges: Preparing for crowded destinations without disrupting business plans.AI Powered Travel: Personalizing bookings while improving compliance and convenience.Duty of Care: Building travel programs that protect employees and support business continuity.Smarter Travel Policies: A practical way leaders can improve corporate travel management.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.

    The SAP Concur Engine: How Global Survey Benchmarks, Best Flights for Me, and Automation Scale Compliance

  7. Sep 29

    The Teqare Engine: How AI Scam Protection, Cyber Education, and Financial Literacy Empower Communities

    Welcome to the Indigenous SME Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. As digital threats become more sophisticated, protecting community wealth starts with knowing what to look for before a scam, breach, or harmful interaction happens. Today, we explore digital safety, financial literacy, and stronger pathways to community empowerment. Joining us is Darion Ducharme, Founder of Teqare and an Indigenous entrepreneur from Lac Seul First Nation. With more than a decade in technology, Darion focuses on helping individuals and communities build practical skills around scam prevention, cybersecurity, financial literacy, and responsible technology use. Key Highlights Scam Prevention: Helping communities recognize digital threats before they become costly.Safer Digital Spaces: Protecting youth and families from cyberbullying and online risks.Financial Literacy: Turning financial knowledge into stronger long term wealth decisions.Digital Sovereignty: Exploring how First Nations can use AI to strengthen independence and empowerment.Community Protection: One practical step members can take to improve their digital security today.Special Thanks to Our Partners: UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWAFor more expert insights, visit www.indigenous-sme.ca and subscribe to the Indigenous-SME Business Magazine. Stay innovative, stay informed, and thrive in the digital age! 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 Teqare Engine: How AI Scam Protection, Cyber Education, and Financial Literacy Empower Communities

  8. Sep 28

    Polar Proven: Pushing Technical Footwear Engineering Into Earth's Most Extreme Climates

    Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Brent Edwards. Today, we explore how high-performance technical apparel and footwear are engineered for extreme conditions. In 2026, scaling a heritage consumer brand requires moving past boardroom assumptions to implement rigorous product validation, climate-rated material testing, and multi-channel expansion strategies. Joining us is Mark Hubner, Managing Director at Baffin, a third-generation brand leader and extreme explorer. Key Highlights Real-World Testing: Extreme environment trials are critical before product launch.Category Expansion: Multi-season product growth must protect core brand identity.Recovery Footwear: Recovery Clogs were designed for post-adventure ergonomics.Technical Footwear Trends: Emerging materials and designs will reshape the industry.Brand Autonomy: Baffin balances independence while leveraging a major corporate parent.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.

    Polar Proven: Pushing Technical Footwear Engineering Into Earth's Most Extreme Climates
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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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