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Paul Yates posted an update: In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, […]

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:21:27 +0000

In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Iryna Andriushchenko, Co-Founder of Handy.ai Inc., shared her journey from a high-ranking position at a major Ukrainian media company to pioneering the tech startup world.

Her decision to launch Handy.ai was driven by the transformative potential of Generative AI and Natural…

Paul Yates posted an update: Please tell me about yourself and your […]

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:34:31 +0000

Please tell me about yourself and your professional background.

Where to start? I’ve taken a long and very indirect path through life to get here. I began my career working for a chemical and consumer goods company in Kenya, and from there, my journey took me to Canada where my entrepreneurial journey began, first as the owner In my mid-forties,…

Paul Yates posted an update: In an insightful interview with CanadianSME Small […]

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:29:35 +0000

In an insightful interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Olivia Bahrami, founder and owner of The RFP House, shared her journey from leadership roles to entrepreneurship and discussed how her firm is transforming the RFP process for small and mid-sized businesses.

With over 15 years of experience, Olivia has pioneered a unique…

Paul Yates posted an update: During a recent interview with CanadianSME Small […]

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:21:01 +0000

During a recent interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Diona Joyce, Owner of Kanto by Tita Flips,delved into the roots of her passion for Filipino cuisine and how it has fueled the success of her business.

Diona’s journey began with a deep love for the rich flavors and cultural significance of Filipino food, which she has…

Paul Yates posted an update: In a recent interview with CanadianSME Small […]

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:26:06 +0000

In a recent interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Kristen Hrycoy, Senior Global Partner Business Manager for SAP Concur, highlighted the crucial role of business travel in career advancement.

The 6th Annual SAP Concur Global Business Travel Survey revealed that 66% of Canadian business travelers see travel as essential for…

Paul Yates posted an update: In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, […]

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:24:51 +0000

In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Sheida Mirjahani,

Co-Founder and COO of Flowjin, highlighted the groundbreaking narrative-intelligence.

AI platform her company has developed. This platform is specifically designed to transform long-format videos into engaging, concise content that resonates with audiences across…

Paul Yates posted an update: We had an interview with Leah Corrin, award-winning […]

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:48:27 +0000

We had an interview with Leah Corrin, award-winning medical aesthetician and founder of Essence of L Medi Spa, who shared her inspiring journey from overcoming cystic acne to creating a transformative skincare brand.

Over the past 20 years, Essence of L has earned a reputation for innovation and personalized care, offering groundbreaking…

Paul Yates posted an update: CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviews Nancy […]

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:30:41 +0000

CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviews Nancy Wilson, Founder and CEO of the Canadian Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CanWCC),about her journey from the corporate world to founding an organization that supports women-identified and non-binary entrepreneurs.

After a decade in accounting and finance roles, Nancy left the corporate world to…

Paul Yates posted an update: In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, […]

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 13:40:19 +0000

In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Nesreen Abusultan, owner and co-founder of WÜD Chocolates and Gifts, shared the personal and heartfelt story behind her venture.

The concept of WÜD was born out of her desire to recreate the flavors and traditions of her Middle Eastern heritage in Canada, particularly during the joyous…

Paul Yates posted an update: Sabina Bruehlmann, CEO of Nimble Science, in her […]

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:34:52 +0000

Sabina Bruehlmann, CEO of Nimble Science, in her interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, takes us through the innovative journey of developing the SIMBA capsule, a groundbreaking approach to gut microbiome analysis.

Inspired by the need for a more effective method to assess the small intestine’s state, Sabina and her co-founder Dr.…

Paul Yates posted an update: There’s an age-old fact that women entrepreneurs face a […]

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:24:00 +0000

There’s an age-old fact that women entrepreneurs face a harder time growing their business than male counterparts due to several societal, systemic and financial barriers.

There’s no doubt that these barriers still exist, but the last few years have seen a shift. According to research from Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, the extent of…

Paul Yates posted an update: Lynda Hébert, a passionate advocate for […]

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:24:45 +0000

Lynda Hébert, a passionate advocate for foundational lifegiving health, is driven by a profound personal experience that has shaped her life’s mission.

With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Ohio State University and extensive experience as a Registered Nurse, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise as a sought-after health coach,…

Paul Yates posted an update: In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, […]

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:25:14 +0000

In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Kayla Ciaschi, Associate Vice President (Client Services) at Talk Shop Media and Rachael D’Amore, Associate Vice President of Growth at Talk Shop Media, shared their career journeys and the influences that have shaped their leadership styles.

Kayla’s transition from in-house roles to a…

Paul Yates posted an update: CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviews […]

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:35:41 +0000

CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviews Zaffia Laplante, Chief Operating Officer of SkyAcres, who shared insights on how her Métis heritage and family history in gardening and farming influenced her approach to entrepreneurship and the vision behind SkyAcres.

Raised in Northern Ontario, she gained valuable lessons from her mother…

Paul Yates posted an update: Dr. Jennie Christensen, Founder & CEO of […]

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:04:59 +0000

Dr. Jennie Christensen, Founder & CEO of TrichAnalytics Laboratory, shared her journey and insights on Theio Vitality Hair Analysis in a recent interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine.

Drawing from over 20 years of research on diet and metal exposure in wildlife and humans, Jennie developed this cutting-edge technology to provide…

Paul Yates posted an update: In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, […]

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:12:53 +0000

In an interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Peggy Van de Plassche discussed her transition from a successful career in finance and venture capital to founding The Microdose Diet.

Peggy’s move to the burgeoning field of psychedelics highlights her dedication to wellness and innovation. Driven by the profound personal benefits she…

Paul Yates posted an update: CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviews Kara […]

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:06:53 +0000

CanadianSME Small Business Magazine interviews Kara LeBlanc, CEO & Founder of MedReddie, about her journey from concept to success in the competitive healthcare technology sector.

Kara shares how pivotal partnerships with the Accelerator Centre and SnapPea Design were instrumental in scaling MedReddie.

Through these collaborations, Kara’s team…

Paul Yates posted an update: In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small […]

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:56:39 +0000

In an exclusive interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, the founder of Smart OWL shared her journey of turning a passion for education and entrepreneurship into a thriving business that addresses the global skills gap.

With a focus on leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences, Smart OWL collaborates with…

Paul Yates posted an update: In a recent interview with CanadianSME Small […]

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:09:12 +0000

In a recent interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Pascale Mapleston, founder and CEO of The Benefit Code, shed light on the critical role of comprehensive group benefits in shaping both employee satisfaction and corporate success.

Pascale emphasised that well-structured benefits programmes are an extension of a company’s brand,…

Paul Yates posted an update: Nick Ross, co-founder and acting CEO of Home […]

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:06:28 +0000

Nick Ross, co-founder and acting CEO of Home Spritz, recently sat down with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine to discuss the innovative concept behind his cleaning marketplace and how it challenges the traditional cleaning company model.

Nick explained that Home Spritz was born out of a need for a more reliable and transparent platform…

Paul Yates posted an update: During a recent conversation with CanadianSME Small […]

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:28:33 +0000

During a recent conversation with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Ben Richmond, Managing Director of North America at Xero, shared valuable insights on how small businesses can enhance their resilience in today’s challenging economic landscape.

Ben underscored the importance of partnering with expert advisors rather than adopting a DIY…

Paul Yates posted an update: David Sinkinson and Chris Sinkinson, co-founders of […]

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:20:50 +0000

David Sinkinson and Chris Sinkinson, co-founders of AppArmor Mobile, shared their journey of building a leading safety app platform without early funding in a recent interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine.

By self-funding through side hustles and leveraging their niche B2B market, they avoided the need for significant upfront capital.…

Paul Yates posted an update: In a recent interview with CanadianSME Small […]

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:59:33 +0000

In a recent interview with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, Ganiyat Oyesomi-Daibu,

founder of Wangdao Bistro, shared the unique inspiration behind her venture. Ganiyat observed a growing demand for both African and Asian cuisines in her community and noticed a gap in the local market.

With a vision to blend the rich, spicy flavours of…

Paul Yates posted an update: Lucas McCarthy, CEO of Showpass, shared with […]

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:26:48 +0000

Lucas McCarthy, CEO of Showpass, shared with CanadianSME Small Business Magazine how the company has become a disruptor in the ticketing industry through innovative technology and customer-focused strategies. From introducing features like simultaneous event checkouts to universal barcodes,

Showpass is reshaping ticketing standards.…

Paul Yates became a registered member

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:10:26 +0000