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Welcome to Find A Way Podcast, the podcast that celebrates the remarkable journeys and groundbreaking achievements of immigrant entrepreneurs who have founded startups in North America. Join us as we dive deep into the personal stories of these inspiring individuals, exploring their challenges, triumphs, and the diverse range of innovative companies they have built.
Each episode features engaging interviews with immigrant founders, hailing from various corners of the world, who have embraced the North American dream and turned their entrepreneurial visions into reality. Discover how they overcame cultural barriers, navigated complex immigration systems, and seized opportunities to create thriving businesses that have made a lasting impact.
Our conversations delve into the heart of their entrepreneurial spirit, shedding light on the lessons learned, the unique perspectives they bring, and the passion that fuels their ambition. Listen as they share their insights, strategies, and unconventional approaches to problem-solving, revealing the power of diversity and inclusion in shaping the startup landscape.
From technology-driven ventures to socially conscious enterprises, "Find A Way Podcast" covers a wide range of industries and sectors. Gain invaluable knowledge from these trailblazers as they discuss their disruptive ideas, successful growth strategies, and the profound impact they are making in their respective fields.
Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a startup enthusiast, or simply curious about the human stories behind innovative businesses, this podcast offers a wealth of inspiration, practical advice, and thought-provoking discussions. Join us on this captivating journey as we celebrate the resilience, creativity, and determination of immigrant founders who have turned their dreams into tangible, world-changing realities.
"Find A Way Podcast" is your go-to resource for unlocking the wisdom of remarkable immigrant startup founders, exploring the intersection of entrepreneurship and multicultural experiences. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered to embrace your own entrepreneurial journey.
Subscribe now and join us for insightful conversations with immigrant founders who are redefining what it means to innovate in North America.
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#75 Education Influencer w/ Max Medyk
Max is an Education Influencer with a community of 300,000 members across various social media platforms. He moved to Canada 5 years ago, and started sharing his problems and bringing solutions that simplified complicated Government websites. His mission is to empower new Canadians with information and the support systems they need to thrive.
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#74 Nomad Innovator w/ Kingsley Madu
Kingsley is the founder and CEO of Expedier – A global Digital money app for everyday banking for under-represented and underbanked communities. Kingsley is also a global digital nomad, speaker, and tech leader with over 15+ years of background as a Technology & Business Leader at Fortune 500 companies. Kingsley and his team at Expedier have won several awards including Platform Calgary top 12 fintech in Canada and BMO Black Entrepreneur Award Finalist. Believing in the power of...
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#73 Engineering Dreams w/ Fatemeh Dastourian
An accomplished structural engineer, that has dedicated 14 years to the design of high-rise and mid-rise structures. Recognizing the evolving needs of the industry, Fatemeh founded Strucwise, melding traditional engineering practices with AI. Strucwise stands out as an intelligent, automated AI-driven software, dedicated to addressing engineering challenges while prioritizing cost-efficiency and sustainability.
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#72 Mastering Tech w/ Gilson Torii
Gilson is a tech operator with extensive experience as a founder and executive. He is also a startup advisor, mentor and angel investor. With a 20-year career in technology companies, Gilson built and led teams in multiple functional areas. He has been a COO, CMO, CPO, Business Unit Leader, and a co-Founder, leading teams of hundreds of people in 7 countries.Born and raised in Brazil, he has lived in the US twice, and migrated to Canada in 2018.
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#71 Unleashed Resilience w/ Roya Kachooei
Join us as we dive into Roya’s mission to empower millennials and Gen Z’s to make better financial choices. Roya for many years was deeply engaged in sports, having to set aside her athletic dreams to focus on academic achievements, leading her to study computer engineering. This decision paved the way for her eventual move from Iran to Canada with plans for a master's degree, which shifted towards a thriving career in computer and software engineering due to financial constraints. ...
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#70 Startup Insights w/ Jay Krishnan
Jay is a globally successful entrepreneur and the CEO of the Accelerator Centre. He brings 20+ years of executive leadership across venture capital, entrepreneurship, and product development. Having founded and guided three startups to acquisition, he has extensive firsthand experience in the startup lifecycle. Before entrepreneurship, he held key roles in product management and engineering at Cisco, Juniper, and Cantata-Dialogic/Intel.