Between Two Dots

Between Two Dots

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The title "Between Two Dots" is meant to describe the time between when we are born and when we perish. Our hope is to share insights and learnings from our guests, who we are inspired by and who are living life on their terms - with purpose and impact as their North Star. Hosted by Hafiz Mitha and Gilbert Bong.

3d ago

177 - Ryan Townend - Owner & Founder of William Joseph Agency

Between Two Dots PodcastEpisode 177 – Ryan TownendRyan Townend is the owner and driving force behind WilliamJoseph (WJ), a full-service marketing and branding agency serving clients locally, nationally, and globally. But his story doesn't start in a boardroom — it starts on a grain farm outside Wadena, Saskatchewan, population 2,000.Raised as an only child with a farmer's work ethic and a hunger to do more, Ryan found his calling not through a grand plan, but through a chemistry professor who told him he should go into marketing. That single moment of redirection set the course for everything that followed. What sets Ryan apart isn't just strategy —it's his belief that great marketing is 75% psychology and 25% execution. From getting laid off at 27 and incorporating a new agency by Monday, to rebuilding and rebranding after his co-founder's departure, Ryan's journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and showing up fully — every singletime. Between two dots – “Really, the value is inthat line: the journey.” "When you take your God-given talent and you harness that with education, you have passion and you're built for this — and you can just soar." – Ryan Townend Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 – Introduction & Guest Overview 00:01:31 – Growing Up on a Saskatchewan Farm 00:04:39 – A Broken Leg, a Turning Point & Academic Transformation 00:06:27 – From Pre-Med to Marketing: The Pivot ThatChanged Everything 00:12:44 – Early Career, Mentorship & Moving to Calgary 00:15:14 – Getting Let Go & Founding William Joseph 00:21:04 – The Agency Philosophy: Triage, Strategy &Helping Companies Grow 00:22:01 – Sponsor Ad Break 00:28:19 – 23 Years of Evolution: Oil & Gas, Expansion& Buying Out a Partner 00:33:18 – Personal Branding, Bold Investments & ROI inMarketing 00:41:05 – AI, Adaptation & What's Next for WilliamJoseph 00:44:21 – Ryan's Roundup: Building Community One Thursday at a Time 00:53:51 – Outro & Call to Action Connect with Diamond:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/advertisingguy/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-townend-3aba7666/Website: https://www.williamjoseph.com/en/home Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressedby the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

55 min
Jun 8

176 - Diamond Fernandes - Founder of Heart Fit Clinic

Between Two Dots PodcastEpisode 176 – Diamond FernandesDiamond Fernandes is the founder of Heart Fit Clinic, a cardiac rehabilitation physiologist, and a published author with a mission that is deeply personal. After his father suffered a heart attack at just 38 years old, Diamond made it his life's work to help people prevent and reverse cardiovascular disease. What started as a vision born from a gap in the healthcare system became Heart Fit Clinic, which he launched in 2007 — and has since grown to five locations across Canada. Today, Diamond is one of Calgary's most recognized voices in heart health, regularly heard on Fan 960, and the author of two books including his most recent, Death of the Stress Test. Through his clinics, his writing, and his growing presence in AI-driven health solutions, Diamond continues to bridge the gap between reactive medicine and true cardiovascular prevention. Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey.”"There's no such thing as overnight success — enjoy the process. Those baby steps all of a sudden get you a mile high." – Diamond FernandesEpisode Highlights:00:00:00 – Introduction & Guest Overview00:01:05 – Early Life: From London to Calgary00:08:45 – Education, Resilience & the Value of Stepping Stones00:15:40 – Career Pivot: From Sports Medicine to Cardiac Health00:18:45 – Founding Heart Fit Clinic & Early Entrepreneurial Struggles00:26:18 – Sponsor Ad Break00:28:34 – Fuel Tank Mentality, Purpose & Personal Heart Surgery00:34:45 – What Heart Fit Clinic Does & Who It Serves00:44:18 – Business Growth, Mindset Shifts & Building the Person Behind the Vision00:55:03 – Outro & Call to ActionConnect with Diamond:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diamondheartguy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diamond-fernandes-6b9b6b18/ Website: https://heartfitclinic.comSponsors of this episode:Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

58 min
Jun 1

175 - David Bradshaw - Co-Founder Bradshaw Bolton & Independent Consultant

Between Two Dots Podcast Episode 175 – David Bradshaw David Bradshaw is a seasoned executive leader,customer experience expert, and the co-founder of a boutique advisory firm focused on helping organizations deliver consistent, high-quality service. With over 25 years of experience across financial services, telecommunications, and operations, David has led large-scale transformations and helped build award-winning teams recognized globally for excellence in customer experience. Today, David continues to help businesses create meaningful, human-centered customer experiences through his work, emphasizing consistency, empathy, and putting the customerfirst. His perspective is a powerful reminder that success is built on mindset, discipline, and the ability to stay positive through adversity. Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey.” “Don’t make the customer figure out how to work with you—figure out how to work with them.” – David Bradshaw Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Introduction & Guest Overview 00:01:17 - Early Beginnings: Growing up in London 00:08:04 - Role Models & Early Career Lessons 00:24:06 - Learning Resiliency & Confidence through Sales 00:35:57 - Sponsor Ad Break 00:38:12 - Corporate Growth, Representation, & Xerox 01:01:06 - The Calgary Black Chambers & Paying It Forward 01:10:46 - Customer Experience & Bradshaw Bolton Consulting 01:14:15 - Outro & Call to Action Connect with David:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-bradshaw Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

1h 15m
May 25

174. Jade Kennedy - Founder & CEO of Tooth Express

Jade Kennedy is an entrepreneur, health care innovator, and the founder & CEO of Tooth Express, a Calgary-based mobile dental hygiene company redefining access to preventative care. In this episode, we sit down to explore Jade’s journey—from growing up with a single mother and navigating uncertainty after high school to building one of Calgary’s few mobile dental care businesses from the ground up. Today, Jade leads a fast-growing company focused on making oral healthcare more accessible through workplace wellness, community care, and mobile innovation. Her story is a powerful reminder that resilience, resourcefulness, and staying true to your mission can create meaningful impact. Between twodots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey.” “Your starting point does not determine yourtrajectory.” – Jade Kennedy Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction & Meet Jade Kennedy01:25 – Early Life, Family & Growing Up in Calgary07:30 – Finding Dentistry & The Birth of Tooth Express14:25 – Entrepreneurship, Mistakes & Building the First Van17:07 – Networking, Leadership & Scaling the Business25:38 – Ad Break27:54 – Vision for the Future & Expanding Across North America32:36 – Entrepreneurship Lessons, Wellness & Personal Growth46:40 – How to Connect (CTA) & Outro Connect with Jade:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jade-kennedy-806bb5181/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjadekennedy/Website: https://www.toothexpress.ca Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressedby the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency,organization, or affiliated companies.

49 min
May 15

173. Riz Bhanji - Founder & Furnace and Duct Cleaning Business Owner

Riz is an entrepreneur and business owner whose journey is a powerful story of resilience, recovery, and transformation. In this episode, we sit down to explore Riz’s life—from his early childhood and family background to navigating addiction, hitting rock bottom, and ultimately rebuilding his life from the ground up. Today, Riz is the founder of Breathe Clean Alberta, a thriving business built on integrity, hard work, and second chances. His story is a testament to the power of change, the importance of environment, and the impact of choosing a better path—one day at a time. Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey" “Surround yourself with better people, better places, and better things—and your life will change" – Riz Bhanji Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction 02:04 – Early Life 06:01 – Inner Struggles Begin 10:21 – High School & Addiction 23:38 – Rehab Attempts 30:11 – Rock Bottom Moment 32:09 – Ad Break 35:18 – Recovery Journey 41:22 – First Job & Rebuilding 49:43 – Starting the Business 55:17 – Growth & Expansion 58:30 – Life Today 01:16:11 – How to Connect (CTA) Connect with Riz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riz-bhanji-922443172/ Website: https://breathecleanalberta.com Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Motiv: https://motiv.digital Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

1h 18m
May 7

172. Samir Musavyev - Global Professional and Podcast Host

Samir is an entrepreneur and global professional whose journey spans multiple countries, cultures, and career transitions. In this episode, we sit down to explore Samir’s story—from his early life and family influence to building a career in banking and eventually moving to Canada. Samir shares how growing up in a culturally diverse environment shaped his perspective on identity, adaptability, and raising a family in today’s world. We dive into his experiences navigating different countries, embracing change, and learning how to thrive in unfamiliar environments. Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey” “Consistency, taking care of your health, and building the right network will take you further than anything else" – Samir Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction & Samir’s Background01:07 – Early Life, Family Influence & Cultural Roots05:41 – Moving Countries & Life Experiences Abroad10:18 – Diversity, Identity & Raising Kids in Canada15:12 – Education, Career Decisions & Banking Journey20:11 – Career Growth, Crisis Management & Move to Canada24:24 – Ad Break (Sponsors)27:18 – Giving Back & The Global Nomad Podcast31:22 – Key Life Lessons: Consistency, Health & Networking40:07 – Outro & Call to Action Connect with Samir:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/musayevs Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Motiv: https://motiv.digital Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

45 min
Apr 29

171. Jan Eden - Strategist and Executive Advisor

Jan is a seasoned entrepreneur, strategist, and executive advisor with over 30 years of experience helping professionals and organizations unlock their true potential. In this episode, we sit down to explore Jan’s journey—from her early life in Toronto to building a life and career in Calgary, navigating personal challenges, and ultimately creating a business centered around transformation, visibility, and value creation. This conversation explores the realities of starting over, the power of network-building, and why generosity, respect, and human connection matter more than ever in today’s fast-moving, technology-driven world. Jan also breaks down her approach to developing executive mindsets, helping professionals transition into leadership roles, and guiding individuals through career reinvention in uncertain times. Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey” “Without visibility, without relationships, and without belief in yourself—you don’t exist in the marketplace” – Jan Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Introduction & Jan’s Background 01:07 – Early Life, Family & Growing Up in Toronto 05:41 – Moving to Calgary & Starting a New Life 10:18 – Family Influence, Adversity & Resilience 15:12 – Career Beginnings at Four Seasons & Core Values20:11 – Transition to Entrepreneurship & Reinvention 24:24 – Ad Break (Sponsors) 27:18 – Building a Business from Scratch & Finding Clients 31:22 – Executive Mindset, Leadership & Career Growth40:07 – Networking, Visibility & The Power of Generosity 47:23 – Career Reinvention in a Changing Economy51:22 – Legacy, Life Lessons & Advice to Her Younger Self 55:36 – How to Connect with Jan & Final Thoughts Connect with Jan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeden/ Website: https://janeden.com Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Motiv: https://motiv.digital Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

59 min
Apr 21

170. Trena Laine - Personal Development and Transformation Thought Leader

Trena Laine is a beauty industry veteran, entrepreneur, and thought leader at the intersection of personal development and transformation. In this episode, we sit down to explore her journey from small-town beginnings to building a purpose-driven career rooted in authenticity, creativity, and resilience. This conversation also takes a deeply personal turn as Trena opens up about love, loss, and the passing of her husband, Aaron. Through grief, reflection, and healing, she’s reshaped not only her business but her entire perspective on success, fulfillment, and what really matters. Between two dots – “Really, the value is in that line: the journey” “Strength isn’t about holding it all together — it’s about being vulnerable across every emotion” – Trena Laine Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction & Meeting Trina Lane 03:00 Growing Up in Moose Jaw & Early Life Lessons 07:30 Career Exploration & Finding Direction 14:00 Workplace Challenges & Trusting Intuition21:30 Starting a Business from Scratch 28:00 Building Community Before Social Media 33:30 Creativity, Childhood & Rediscovering Purpose 37:00 Moving to Calgary & Starting Over 43:00 Burnout, Hustle Culture & Shifting Priorities 47:00 Loss, Grief & Rebuilding After Aaron’s Passing 50:30 Writing, Healing & A New Chapter 01:06:27 – Outro & Call to Action Connect with Trena:Website: https://trenalaine.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/trenalaine/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TrenaOlfert/videosFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrenaLaine Sponsors of this episode: Bloom Benefits Group: www.bloombenefits.ca Zelos Investment Counsel: www.zelosglobal.com Airways Krown: www.krown.com Motiv: https://motiv.digital Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies.

1h 10m

The title "Between Two Dots" is meant to describe the time between when we are born and when we perish. Our hope is to share insights and learnings from our guests, who we are inspired by and who are living life on their terms - with purpose and impact as their North Star. Hosted by Hafiz Mitha and Gilbert Bong.

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