Connected North

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Hosted by Brad Gregorini and Steve Cormier. This show brings together business leaders, founders, policy thinkers, and operators to have real conversations about what it takes to build successful companies in the North.

  1. 6d ago

    Connected North - Bonus Episode with Jean Morrison

    In Episode 13 of Connected North, we sit down with Jean Morrison who is a entrepreneur, realtor, musician, former mortgage professional, and a true Northern Ontario business builder. Jean shares her journey from studying psychology and music to building a career in real estate, mortgages, property management, and leadership. She talks about growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, learning through entrepreneurship, building and selling businesses, leading teams, and why human connection still matters in a tech driven world.

    1h 7m

  2. Jun 4

    Connected North - Episode 12 with Kristina Hudson

    On episode 12 we sit down with Kristina Hudson, the entrepreneur behind Krush Fashion, Big Moose Ice Cream Parlor, Frenchies, and the Trading Post in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.

    1h 7m

  3. May 28

    Connected North - Episode 11 with Steve Renelli

    On this episode of Connected North, Steve Renelli shares real insight from 25+ years in investment banking, M&A, business brokerage, and operating in the North, covering owner dependency, clean financials, deal structure, private equity, and how to build a business that is actually sellable. A must-listen for entrepreneurs, operators, and business owners thinking long-term.

    1h 21m

  4. May 22

    Connected North - Episode 10 with Dave Barban

    On Connected North, we welcome Dave Barban for a conversation about second generation business, consulting engineering, leadership, and building in Northern Ontario.

    1h 7m

  5. May 14

    Connected North - Epsiode 9 with Don Mitchell

    On this episode of Connected North, we sit down with Don Mitchell to talk business, leadership, mentorship, economic development, and what it will take to build a stronger future for Sault Ste. Marie and Northern Ontario.

    1h 7m

  6. May 7

    Connected North - Episode 8 with Amelia Biasucci Ritchie

    Connected North features Amelia Biasucci Ritchie sharing her journey of turning passion into business from paint and design to pottery, pasta nights, and building one of Northern Ontario’s most unique creative spaces.

    1h 7m

  7. Apr 30

    Connected North - Episode 7 with Antero Tarvudd

    We sit down with Antero Tarvudd, founder of Tarvudd Construction, who’s spent nearly three decades building a luxury custom home business in Northern Michigan far from major markets, but right in the middle of opportunity. From growing up in a family run lumber and building business to expanding into the U.S. and establishing a reputation built on quality, integrity, and craftsmanship, Antero shares what it really takes to win in a smaller market.

    43 min

  8. Apr 23

    Connected North - Episode 6 with Mayor Matthew Shoemaker

    In this episode of Connected North, we sit down with Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker to discuss the city’s future, including the proposed $200M port, economic growth, housing, and attracting new industry. A real conversation about leadership, opportunity, and what it takes to build in the North.

    34 min
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Hosted by Brad Gregorini and Steve Cormier. This show brings together business leaders, founders, policy thinkers, and operators to have real conversations about what it takes to build successful companies in the North.

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  • Creator
    Studio 726
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Studio 726
  • Show Website
    Connected North