AMPLIFY: The RevolutionHER Podcast

In Episode 46 titled "Being Brave Enough To Be You", we chat with Carol Schulte about the 5 barriers that stop us from being brave and how we can overcome them and honour our successes more. --- An authority on brave leadership and founder of The Brave Initiative, Carol Schulte has been educating, empowering, and entertaining audiences internationally for almost a decade. She holds a BFA in Theatre Performance, an MA in Communication, two postgraduate certificates in coaching and mentoring, and has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies, International Associations, and individuals to get their brave on! Whether it be asking for a raise or promotion, nailing a presentation, or climbing Africa's highest peak, her clients attribute her insights and inspiration to achieving what they never thought possible. She is also a mental health advocate, and the founder of Brave Beyond Diagnosis, a community dedicated to empowering women living with a mental health illness. Carol is a published author, been featured in numerous magazines and podcasts, and was a returning guest expert on Rogers TV in Canada. Having lived in 16 countries, including Ashrams in India and vans in New Zealand, shaved her head, and bungee jumped in her birthday suit, Carol walks her talk and brings a global perspective to all she does. Multi-passionate, she's also a volunteer counsellor, triathlete, and serious carpool karaoke-er! Connect with Carol: FB  |  IG  |  LI  |  WEB  

In this episode titled "Consistent & Steady Progress For Growth", we discuss the power of invention, trusting the process and seeing your vision through with Solight Design inventor Alice Min Soo Chun. --- Alice Min Soo Chun is the Co-founder and CEO of Solight Design, an author, TedX speaker, and female inventor of Solight-Design, SEEU95 and the SolarPuff, the world's only self-inflatable, portable solar light. She has been featured on Tamron Hall, Good Morning America, MSNBC, Marie Claire's Powertrip 2022, The Skimm, The Story Exchange, Fast Company, The New York Times, and more. Alice was nominated for USPTO Patents for Humanitarian Winner in 2018, and was nominated as Forbes 50 Over 50 recognizable women of 2022. Alice was also recently featured in the new Apple TV+ show ‘Gutsy' hosted by Hillary and Chelsea Clinton, where Alice is highlighted alongside other female powerhouses such as Wanda Sykes, Amy Shumer, Megan Thee Stallion and others. Her first invention, the SolarPuff, has impacted over 1 million people living in underserved regions worldwide. She has won numerous awards, including the US Patent Award for Humanity. Her inventions have been exhibited at MOMA, the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. In 2019, she was featured in Hillary Clinton's book, “The Book of Gutsy Women”. She was honored as a Fast Company "World Changing Idea" in 2022 and recognized as a Marie Claire Power Trip 2022 Honoree for Most Influential Woman. Additionally, she was named a 2022 Forbes IMPACT honoree and was featured on Apple TV docuseries "GUTSY" Episode 6, alongside Hillary Clinton. She was also featured on ABC's Good Morning America during her recent mission to Ukraine. CONNECT WITH ALICE IG  |  FB  |  Tt  |  WEB  

In this episode titled "Quieting The Mind & Alleviating Stress", we chat with Kassandra Reinhardt about finding the right methodology to help you find daily zen, the benefits of consistency, and why it's important to follow through. --- Kassandra Reinhardt is an Ottawa-based Yin and Vinyasa Yoga Instructor, YouTuber, author, and the face behind Yoga with Kassandra, who is on a mission to help others feel great with yoga. As one of the first yoga instructors to embrace online teaching, her Yoga with Kassandra YouTube channel has grown to more than 2.3 million subscribers and has over 277 million views.  Kassandra is the author of "Yin Yoga: Stretch The Mindful Way" and  "Year of Yoga: Rituals for every day and every season". Kassandra and her channel have been featured in CBC, Bustle, PopSugar, Well+Good and Elle Australia. Connect with Kassandra:  YouTube  |  Instagram  |  Website     Photo Credit: Jessica Hodgson Photography

This episode of AMPLIFY: The RevolutionHer Podcast is proudly sponsored by UPS Canada In this episode titled "Indigenous Values in Modern Commerce", we chat with Indigenous Box Co-Founder Mallory Yawnghwe as she shares the importance of celebrating and championing Indigenous business for everyone to enjoy. As Mallory discusses, success isn't just about money it is also about empowering others, providing a collective lift and learning everyone's story and origin.  --- About Our Guest Mallory Yawnghwe comes from Saddle Lake Cree Nation #125 in Treaty Six Territory. Her parents are Peter Jackson and Theresa Anderson. She is the co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Indigenous Box Inc. Mallory is a graduate of MacEwan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Supply Chain Management. She also holds the SCMP professional designation, demonstrating her expertise in this field. A lifelong helper, she is on a mission to tell the world about the rapid resurgence in Indigenous business and to take up space for those who will come after. Her passion, drive, integrity, and commitment to life-long learning have helped her catapult Indigenous Box from a $5000 seed investment into a multi-million dollar company in less than two years. She isn't planning to slow down anytime soon. Connect with Mallory: indigenousbox.ca  |  @indigenousbox --- About Our Partners UPS was founded in 1907 as a messenger company in the United States, and has since grown into a multi-billion-dollar corporation by clearly focusing on the goal of enabling commerce around the globe. Today UPS, or United Parcel Service Inc., is a global company with one of the most recognized and admired brands in the world. As the largest express carrier and package delivery company in the world, they are also a leading provider of specialized transportation, logistics, capital, and e-commerce services. Every day, they manage the flow of goods, funds, and information in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. All RevoultionHer Members Receive the Following Discounts from UPS Canada: 50% discount* on all small package shipments within Canada, to the U.S, and worldwide destinations 50% discount* on all small package shipments imported into Canada For access to these discounts, you must be a Registered Member. *Incentives are based on the daily rates in the UPS Rate and Service Guide. The member understands that actual rates for shipments may vary and be less.  

In this episode titled "Saying Yes To Opportunities", we chat with former D1 soccer player and emerging Country Music artist Grace Leer about changing direction in your career, trusting your gut intuition, and saying moving forward with new opportunities when they present themselves. --- Grace Leer is a California native that began singing at the age of 6. Instead of skipping college, Leer followed her athletic passion by playing D1 soccer at the University of California, Berkeley. She made the move to Nashville four years ago and appeared in the Top 10 on Season 18 of ABC's American Idol. Since then, Leer has secured a record deal via 19 Recordings, Inc. and has spent the last year writing and recording music for her self-titled debut EP, available now. The first single off the EP, “Brought A Girl,” was released in February of last year and shortly after its release, gold record holder and Kansas native Logan Mize asked her to join him on his latest single, “Nothing with You,” released April 8, and serve as the direct support act on his spring 2022 It's About Time tour. Leer has since released singles including the ode to country greats “Ones Before Me," the breakup anthem “After 1" and relatable "The One." Leer was CMT's Next Up Now artist for November and named Country Now's Country Next. Leer has also been included in iHeart Women of Country.  Connect With Grace: graceleer.com  |  @graceleermusic    

We're back for Season 2 of AMPLIFY: The RevolutionHer Podcast, and what better way to kick things off than to launch our first episode of a new season during Small Business Week! In this episode titled "Support For Women Entrepreneurs", we chat with Chris McMartin, National Small Business Lead for The Scotiabank Women Initiative, about what makes women uniquely positioned for success in small business, the barriers that women must overcome in order to work towards that success, and the tools that are available to help them get there. --- Chris McMartin leads The Scotiabank Women Initiative Small Business Strategy across Canada, taking on the role in September of 2021, to help build and enhance a program that helps women overcome the challenges they face on their path to success when starting, sustaining, and growing a business. Chris leads many national events and partnerships such as the MasterClass Series, The IWD: She Shoots She Scores, StrikeUP Virtual Conference and the mentorship program. Chris loves to speak about women entrepreneurs and The Scotiabank Women Initiative; you may have had the opportunity to hear her on one of her podcast interviews: She Means Profit, Results Club or Power Presence and Position or perhaps caught her at an event like MaMaCon. Chris joined Scotiabank in 2008 as a Financial Advisor. In 2012 Chris progressed to the role of Small Business Advisor where she found her passion for Small Business which she carried with her throughout her career to date. Chris also has a passion for people which has led her to champion equity initiatives through many diversity, equity and inclusion roles within the bank. She currently sits on the National Allyship Council, a Stream Lead for the Women in Leadership Employee Resource Group and a participant on the Employee Pulse Committee. Outside of Scotiabank, Chris also sits on the Canadian Women Chamber of Commerce Advisory Board and the HELIX Committee for Seneca College. Chris believes in the power of mentorship and participates as a mentor for StartUp Canada Women. At home Chris leads another team; she is a mom of four. Chris has three teenage boys and a young daughter that all keep her on her toes. Even while running her children to dance classes, football practices and part time jobs she finds time to enjoy her own hobbies like going to the gym and watching LIVE music. Connect with Chris & Scotiabank: @scotiabank (IG)  |  @scotiabank (LI)  |  @chrismcmartin (LI)

In this episode titled "Boosting Your Career & Making Your Mark", food industry consultant Renee Guilbault, author of A Taste of Opportunity, shares the importance of having a P-Bod (Personal Board of Directors) to support career pathways along our imperfect journey. ---   Renee Guilbault is a veteran food-industry consultant with expertise in large-scale, global, multi-unit food and beverage operations. Before launching her consulting firm, Essayer Food Consulting, she held leadership roles at Pret A Manger, Bon Appetit Management Company at Google, Compass Group, and Le Pain Quotidien where she was instrumental in developing revolutionary menus and executing high-volume strategies all over the world. Additionally, Renee held a role on the Los Angeles Food Policy Council Leadership Board and its Coordinating Committee for five years in support of her commitment to a more just and sustainable food system for all and has worked as a Board Advisor to both regional food system projects and private sector efforts. Connect with Renee:  SITE  |  IG  |  LI  

In this episode titled "Protecting Your Mental Wellness", we chat with mental health clinician, educator and advocate Dr. Shainna Ali about the importance of designing healthy boundaries in our lives, the importance of self love and positive self-talk, and the steps we can take to bring ourselves out of mental health challenges on a regular basis. --- Dr. Shainna Ali is a mental health counselor, educator, and advocate who is dedicated to highlighting the important role of mental health in fostering happiness, fulfillment, and overall wellness. She is the author of The Self-Love Workbook, The Self-Love Workbook for Teens, and Luna Finds Love Everywhere, and the owner of Integrated Counseling Solutions, a counseling and consulting practice in Orlando, Florida. In her practice, she uses a strengths-based approach that empowers clients on their journey of self-love. Within the field of mental health, her areas of expertise include exploring identity and culture, fostering emotional intelligence, healing from trauma, and utilizing creative counseling methods. When she isn't working, she invests in her self-love by practicing yoga, spending time with her loved ones, teaching dance, or exploring the world. Dr. Ali enjoys advocating for the importance of self-love and mental health at workshops and presentations, in the media, and through her Psychology Today–hosted blog, A Modern Mentality. She serves on the board for the Mental Health Association of Central Florida, has been named 30 under 30 by her alma mater, The University of Central Florida, highlighted as an emerging leader by the Association of Counselor Education and Supervision, and honored with the Pete Fischer Humanitarian Award by the Florida Counseling Association.   CONNECT WITH DR. SHAINNA: SITE  |  IG  |   FB  |  LI  

In this episode titled "How to Show Up Authentically", photographer Nathalie Amlani offers tips on how to tell your story more authentically, along with insights on how showing your true self allows others to connect with you on a deeper level throughout personal and work interactions. --- Nathalie Amlani is a Brand photographer, creative director, soulpreneur, podcast host and founder of Pictonat Photography. She empowers entrepreneurs to go from uncomfortable to comfortable in front of the camera, and then together strategically create at least three months of magnetic visual content from just one photoshoot. Nathalie has helped over 100 entrepreneurs showcase the beauty of their brand inside and out... resulting in an increase in visibility, scaling leads, deepening connections and opening the door to new possibilities.   CONNECT WITH NATHALIE:  SITE  |  IG  |  FB  

In this episode titled "Realizing Your Leadership Potential", Northwest Territories Premier Caroline Cochrane shares how she realized her own leadership potential, why she is passionate about encouraging women to take up more space in politics, and how she accomplished gender parity in her own government in Northern Canada. --- Caroline Cochrane was re-elected to the 19th Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly representing the constituency of Range Lake. Ms. Cochrane was first elected to the 18th Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly in 2015. During the 18th Assembly, Ms. Cochrane was also elected as a Member of Cabinet and held the positions of Minister Responsible for the Northwest Territories Housing Corporation, Minister of Public Works and Services, Minister Responsible for Addressing Homelessness, and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. After a Cabinet shuffle on April 4, 2018, Ms. Cochrane was appointed as the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment, and retained the portfolio as Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. Ms. Cochrane was also a member of the Special Committee to Increase the Representation of Women in the Legislative Assembly. Ms. Cochrane is especially proud of her work, through successful engagement with residents, to restructuring the philosophies, policies, and programs of the Northwest Territories Housing Corporation into attaining overall goals to assist residents to obtain, retain, and maintain their homes. As well, Minister Cochrane led the work to begin the implementation of the first 9-1-1 service in the NWT and continues to lead the Campaign Schools for Women to promote and support women being elected to all levels of government. Ms. Cochrane is of Métis descent, holds a degree in Social Work, and has twenty years' experience in administration and direct service provision within accredited agencies that support high risk families. She has developed and facilitated workshops on topics related to parenting, child development, a variety of “train the trainer” and facilitation/service provisions. She has also trained community health workers to conduct developmental assessments for children. Ms. Cochrane and her partner, Rory, have a blended family of adult children and one grandchild. They look forward to their future generations enjoying the benefits the north has provided to them both. She is excited to be able to work towards ensuring a healthy, prosperous, sustainable future for the generations to come. Connect with Premier Cochrane FB  |  TW

In this episode titled "Moving Beyond Low Wage Work", we speak with Dr. Amanda Freeman about the upsetting trends being seen across North America for women and girls in low wage work, the cyclical setbacks that women face, and the ripple-effect that low wage work has on the advancement of girls and women generationally. --- Amanda Freeman is a sociologist with research interests in poverty, social policy, qualitative methods, gender, family and education. She was the co-recipient of a Presidential Award for Early Career Scholars from the Russell Sage Foundation for 2017-2019. The award supported the production of her book manuscript for Getting Me Cheap: How low wage work traps women and girls in poverty, based on interview data that explores the experience of low-income parents pursuing higher education in the United States. Her current work explores work-family conflict for low-income mothers. Amanda is also public sociologist who translates her research about the struggles of low-income families into news articles for media outlets including the Atlantic. In 2013, she received the Dentler Award from the public sociology section of the American Sociological Association (ASA) in recognition of “exceptional research and writing on the challenges facing low-income single mother-headed families and communication of research and its policy implications to a broader audience.” At the University of Hartford, Professor Freeman teaches a variety of courses including Introduction to Sociology, Sociology of the Family, Social Welfare and Inequality. Amanda is also a board member of the National Center for Student Parent Programs. Connect with Amanda on Instagram  

In this episode titled "Gender Diversity in the Modern World", Coco Brown shares insights on how women can more successfully make the jump from middle management to the senior leadership team, and tips to sustain the journey along the way. --- Coco Brown is the Founder and CEO of Athena Alliance. Athena has helped thousands of leaders grow and advance in their executive careers, and has brought over 400 women to corporate boards from growth stage private companies to name brand public companies. Coco has personally worked with hundreds of top leaders, CEOs and boards to evolve modern leadership. She's served on ten commercial and non-profit boards and advisory boards, and has led two notable companies (Taos, acquired by IBM, and now Athena). She is part of Nasdaq's Governance Insights Council, and is often called on to share guidance to the evolving focus and breadth of responsibility within the Modern Boardroom. CONNECT WITH COCO: SITE  |  LINKEDIN  |  TWITTER      

In this episode titled "Happiness & Health With Breathing Techniques", Marie Bodine shares how different emotions have different breath patterns.  We learn how breathing techniques are like exercise, as they can provide a cardio workout, release stress and provide a pathway to inner peace. --- From Spartan and Tough Mudder racing, to creating panel discussions that fuse unlikely topics such as tattooing and mental health, Marie Bodine is driven to explore the uncommon. Through practicing and teaching the Wim Hof Method principles, Marie influences others to heighten their creativity, elevate productivity, delete stress, and develop unshakeable inner peace. Marie currently teaches breath and meditation classes in Toronto Canada and throughout North America. Marie's workshops and public speaking events provide participants with lifelong skills that create confidence, increase physical and mental resilience, while deepening self respect. CONNECT WITH MARIE: SITE  |  IG  |   FB  |  LI  

In this episode titled "Bootstrapping A New Business Idea", we chat with  Kaylin Marcotte, Founder and CEO of JIGGY Puzzles. Kaylin shares her experience working at the startup level with The Skimm, developing her idea for an elevated puzzle experience, and tips learned along the way for anyone who wants to take an idea and turn it into a reality.  --- In 2014, Kaylin Marcotte was working around the clock at a fast-paced startup and fell in love with puzzles as her nightly meditation. Burning through a puzzle a week, she grew tired of the outdated and uninspired designs. She dreamed up a puzzle that would be as beautiful as it was therapeutic. Five years later, JIGGY was launched with a vision to bring that same puzzle joy and relaxation to the world. The mission behind JIGGY is to reconnect people with both mindfulness and art; in the process, they're building a community centered on social impact and holistic health, all while supporting and amplifying emerging female creatives around the world. JIGGY aims to inspire others to unplug and experience art in a whole new way - one piece at a time.   CONNECT WITH JIGGY:   SITE  |  IG  |  FB  

In this episode titled "Scaling Impact Through Entrepreneurship", we chat with Carly Shuler, award-winning Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Hoot Reading, about scaling impact for others when scaling a business. Carly shares insights on how a double bottom line can create a ripple effect to grow both your revenue and social giveback, as well as tips on how you can implement social impact through collaborations and small steps that can grow over time. --- Carly Shuler is a literacy expert leveraging the power of technology to advance reading skills for thousands of children across North America. As Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Hoot Reading, a cutting-edge, award-winning, international EdTech startup, Carly partners with school districts and nonprofits to impact those who need reading support the most. She has been working at the intersection of children's technology, education, and media for almost two decades. She holds a Master's degree in Technology, Innovation, and Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where she studied how media and technology can be used to educate children effectively. She has worked with some of the biggest brands in the world, including Sesame Workshop, Spin Master Toys, and UNESCO. Carly spent over five years at the Joan Ganz Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop, where she researched and authored a number of seminal reports focused on the power of digital media and mobile devices to help children learn. Carly frequently speaks worldwide on the topics of early literacy and children's learning through technology.   CONNECT WITH CARLY: SITE  |  LI  |  IG    

In this episode titled "Engaging In Play With Children", adoptive mom, entrepreneur and author Susie Beghin shares why it's important for adults to tap into their inner child and not be afraid to act silly or follow their imagination. Susie offers tips on managing a busy life, as well as the challenges of writing a book and advice for choosing a career working with children.  --- Susie Beghin wants to give children the best start in life. It's why she founded Alpha's Discovery Kids in 2012, a daycare and preschool dedicated to providing quality education and a positive learning environment. Within bright and cheerful classrooms and outdoor exploration spaces, little ones participate in Alpha's Discovery Kids' enriched curriculum, designed to develop the whole child. Susie shares the foundation of Alpha's Discovery Kids' beloved and celebrated inquiry-based curriculum in her new book, Learn to Play: The Four Pillars Learning System. Alpha's Discovery Kids is an award winning daycare with three locations in Mississauga and Oakville, Ontario. They offer a quality education program for children from 12 months - 12 years, focused on a unique curriculum called "The Four Pillars of Learning". Susie's book, Learn to Play: The Four Pillars Learning System, is a must-read handbook for all educators, parents-to-be or parents with young children. In the book, Susie shares her teaching method with parents and educators as a tool for learning both at home and in the childcare setting. For each pillar of learning, there are strategies on how to build skills as well as sample free-play and intentional play activities – by age group, from infants to preschoolers. Connect With Susie SITE  |  FB  |  G+      

In this episode titled "Protecting Your Future Through Financial Literacy", Black Moms Connection founder Tanya Hayles shares tips and insights for understanding finances, finding economic security and exploring generational wealth for a more prosperous future. --- Tanya Hayles founded Black Moms Connection (BMC) to support black moms dealing with universal parental issues along with specific topics black moms faces. Growing from 400 to 4,000 in 2 months, BMC provides a safe and supportive space for women across the world. FinLit U was developed from listening to the BMC community about financial literacy. FinLit U is now an 8-week course for community members that take away shame and trauma around finances and tackles subjects like credit, savings, investing, estate planning, entrepreneurship and more. Tanya also shares what it takes to do a Ted Talk and how perseverance is key.   CONNECT WITH TANYA:   SITE  |  IG  |  TW  |  LI  

In this episode titled "Postpartum Careers: Thriving Through Early Motherhood", Melanie Rodriguez shares how the gender pay gap widens when you become a mom, the importance of getting support and where to get that support from. Melanie also dives into how she overcame various barriers and developed stronger leadership skills in the process of being a young mom. --- Melanie is a mother and social impact connector with a decade of experience leveraging technology and cross-sector collaboration to address inequities. Her experiences range from leading the Canadian youth delegation for the G7 summit in France to being an Executive Director of an international children's foundation focused on education. Today, Melanie leads social impact at Hoot Reading, an innovative social enterprise providing 1:1 reading lessons through their proprietary reading app. As the Director of Marketing and Social Impact and Executive Director of Hoot For All, she aims to improve equitable access to teachers and evidence-based reading programs for thousands of children across North America. Outside of work, Melanie is a Board Director, avid volunteer, recent MBA and global fellow at the International Womens Forum. Most importantly, Melanie is a partner and mother to two young children who inspire her and motivate her each day.   CONNECT WITH MELANIE:  SITE  |  IG  |  LI  

In this episode titled "Being Brave", journalist, author and broadcaster Lisa Guerrero shares the lessons she's learned overcoming incredible challenges, including how taking small courageous steps and supporting others as you grow can lead you down the path to being brave. RevolutionHer™ is proud to release this episode on March 8, 2023 in celebration of International Women's Day. *trigger warning: suicidal thoughts, miscarriage --- As one of America's most watched and most popular broadcasters, investigative journalist and former sports reporter Lisa Guerrero has blazed a trail for women in television as the chief investigative correspondent for America's number one syndicated newsmagazine, Inside Edition. Her career on camera spans four decades and the lessons she's learned overcoming incredible challenges are the basis for her inspirational memoir, “Warrior: My Path to Being Brave“ which is now being developed into a tv series. “Warrior: My Path to Being Brave,” chronicles Lisa's journey from a shy, insecure eight-year-old-girl who lost her mother to cancer, to launching a career as a model and actress in her teens, transitioning to NFL cheerleading & sportscasting in her 20's… and eventually landing as an investigative journalist where she's won over 40 national awards and honors chasing down bad guys on Inside Edition.  Lisa's book tracks her journey of overcoming challenges and obstacles in both her career and personal life while learning how to practice bravery on a daily basis. CONNECT WITH LISA:  WEBSITE  |  IG  |  YT  |  TW  |  LI    

In this episode titled "Developing a Curious & Creative Mindset", Van Lai-DuMone shares how curiosity and creativity are powerful strengths we all posess. Van explains why being a creative leader isn't about coming up with creative ideas, it is about asking the right questions, to ignite curiosity, and she shares how curiosity changed her family and created a legacy that turned into an $8.3B industry. --- Van Lai-DuMone is a Founder, Creative Cultural Strategist, Fast Company Executive Board Member and TedX Speaker who invites others to think with their hands and use creative tools to disrupt traditional training methods. As the founder of Worksmart, a progressive team and leadership development company, Van proposes that we are all innately curious and creative, that good ideas can come from any level of an organization, and by cultivating idea sharing in the workplace through creativity, everyone has a chance to have their voice heard. And when that happens - company culture, performance, and innovation can skyrocket! She studied Psychology at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and earned her MBA from Pepperdine University. She brings over 15 years of corporate and start-up experience to game changing clients including Google, LinkedIn, and Pandora.   Connect with Van: SITE  |  LI  |  IG  |  YT  

In this episode, hospitality connector Val Upfold shares how to excel in a male-dominated industry and what she learned while progressing in her career. Val offers expert insights on how to find allies and mentors both within and outside of your place of work, and how to pre-plan for challenges as well as come up with solutions for problems. --- Valerie Upfold has worked in the hospitality industry for several decades, in both hotels and restaurants. She has worked in Canada and Australia in various capacities including Restaurant Manager, Sommelier and HR Director. Val also worked with Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality for 15 years – five in a Manager and Sommelier role at the acclaimed Canoe Restaurant in Toronto, and ten as the HR Director for the company. Starting the HR department from the ground up, Val developed all of O & B's HR processes including training and development programs, succession planning and complete recruitment strategies, helping take them from 100 employees to over 1500. In addition, Val conducts Food Television casting, with an eye for placing the best talent in front of the camera. She has now been recruiting in hospitality for 10+ years and offers HR consulting, making her a go-to for some of the hospitality industry's most known and loved brands. Her knowledge of the hospitality industry and the people in it is unparalleled, and she lends her knowledge to both Centennial College and George Brown College, sitting on the hospitality school advisory committees. Val has lectured at the University of Guelph's HAFA program and has spoken at a wide range of industry events across the country. Val donates her time, through the Canadian Executive Service Organization (CESO), toward economic and social change by supporting the hospitality sector in developing markets.   CONNECT WITH VAL:  WEBSITE  |  IG  |  LI    

In this episode, author Carolyn Stern shares her expert insights on the power of understanding your "EQ" or emotional quotient, how tapping into your emotions can be your superpower, and why emotional leaders are what the world needs more of these days. --- Carolyn Stern, author of The Emotionally Strong Leader, is the President and CEO of EI Experience, an executive leadership development and emotional intelligence training firm. She is a certified Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Development Expert, professional speaker, and university professor whose emotional intelligence courses and modules have been adopted by top universities in North America. She has also provided comprehensive training programs to business leaders across the continent in highly regarded corporations encompassing industries such as technology, finance, manufacturing, advertising, education, healthcare, government, and food service. Learn more at carolynstern.com  

In Episode 24 titled "Women's Health & Putting Yourself First", Liz shares more about her groundbreaking work for women's health, her insights on why we can do better than just relying on mammograms, and what the future holds for early detection of Breast Cancer. --- Elizabeth Cormier-May is the CEO of Mammogen Inc and CEO of Dragonfly Data Ventures, Inc. When this chemist-turned-entrepreneur peeled back the medical mystery behind why 42 million women between 18-40 in the U.S. aren't eligible for breast cancer screening, she decided to do something about it.  She refuses to accept the medical reason why: Because the accuracy of the current screening tests (mammograms) for this age group is no better than a coin toss. This is unacceptable to Liz and her team. The status quo has got to go. She's planning to change things so that women are no longer grossly underserved in the healthcare community by meaningfully improving every aspect of women's health including detecting earlier, diagnosing more easily, and treating better from end to never-end… and wow we are so ready for it. --- Connect with Mammogen:  SITE  |  MARKETPLACE  |  LINKEDIN  

In Episode 23 titled "Metamorphosis: Reimagining Your Future Self", we chat with Dr. Natanya Wachtel as she shares insights on how our brains react to change, ways that we can boost our mental toughness, and why it's important to work towards achieving old goals and creating new ones. --- Dr. Natanya Wachtel is the co-founder of evrmore.io, an empathy AI powered platform that serves as an interactive game-theory-powered mental wellness guide. evrmore has been featured in Netflix's “The Social Dilemma” and will also be in the series' follow-up, “The Changemakers” and has been named Best Responsible Technology from the Anthem awards, as well as being part of Melinda Gates' Headstream Accelerator, and earned Health2.0's Best Company and Outstanding Leadership Awards. Natanya is also the founder of New Solutions Network, which includes a group of strategic consultancy practices that helps life sciences companies design more strategic and customer-centric solutions, leveraging the intersection of technology and behavioral science. A champion for patient advocacy, education, and health benefits for those with chronic diseases and within marginalized communities, Natanya's volunteer efforts include being one of the founding board members of Women Who Create, a mentorship and scholarship program for women of color that partners with bio-pharmaceutical companies to increase access to college education.

In Episode 22 titled "The Power of Women, Music & Marketing", we chat with Karla Ortiz as she shares her experience working at Universal Music Group and the path that led her to creating her own business. Find out which female artist Karla was star-struck to work with, and gain insights on women's empowerment, listening to your intuition, and the importance of doing the work you love while honouring your personal values. --- As the founder of Monark Entertainment and former digital marketing executive at Universal Music Group, Karla Ortiz has been the inspiration behind some of today's most viral moments in music. For the past decade, Ortiz has been the go-to connector for digital service providers, inking deals for both independent and artists signed to top labels across multiple genres of music. Monark's founder has worked with music icons such as Rihanna, Kanye West, Mary J. Blige, David Foster, Andrea Bocelli, Sarah McLachlan, Rod Stewart, and more. CONNECT WITH KARLA:     IG  //  SITE  

In Episode 21 titled 'Finding Your Creative Spark', we chat with Fusion Mineral Paint founder Jennylyn Pringle as she shares insights on how being creative can fuel happiness in your life, and we learn insights into upcoming trends in the world of colour and DIY. ---   Jennylyn Pringle is a spirited entrepreneur, do-it-yourself enthusiast, and design lover. For fellow DIYers and women entrepreneurs alike, Jennylyn Pringle is a source for design and life inspiration. As president of Homestead House Paint Co. she's leveraged her business acumen to grow the family business from a humble local company to international success, and inspired thousands to explore their creative side with her line of Fusion Mineral Paint products. Known for her infectious enthusiasm and easygoing approach to decorating, Jennylyn empowers others to trust their own design instincts to create a home that is truly a reflection of them. She leaves her own  uptown- meets- farmhouse aesthetic mark on every project she touches. She and her work have been featured by many of Canada's top media outlets including Style at Home, Breakfast Television Toronto, Global News, and the like. Passionate about education and sharing her experience with the next generation, she has spoken at top events such as the Toronto Home Show and hosted industry conferences across North America and Europe. When she isn't traveling coast-to-coast for business, Jennylyn calls Toronto and her downtown loft home. CONNECT WITH FUSION MINERAL PAINT:  IG  /  FB  /  SITE  

In Episode 20 titled 'Letting Go of Judgment', we chat with MomBoss Academy founder Michelle Hon as she shares about her journey to entrepreneurship,  strategies for tuning out criticism and releasing fear of judgment, and lessons learned about following your intuition. --- Michelle is founder and CEO of MomBoss Academy, a training platform and agency that helps women entrepreneurs, especially mom build businesses, personal brand and increase business profits. She is a former fashion model turned award-winning blogger, entrepreneur, parenting speaker and mother of three. CONNECT WITH MICHELLE:  IG  /  FB  /  SITE  

In Episode 19 titled "Loving Your Mid-Life", we chat with Wendy Euler about aging well, finding your own style, surrounding yourself with the right people, and living your life the way you want to live it - at any age. --- Wendy Euler is an age activist, writer, model, podcast host, Top Finalist for our 2021 RevolutionHER Awards, and the creator of Goodbye Crop Top, an online community and podcast where women can come to understand how beautiful it is just to be... to be your age and enter the middle years with gumption and strength. Fifty is not the new 40. Fifty is the new 50 and this is the point of Goodbye Crop Top, a podcast about style and aging—and aging with style. The Goodbye Crop Top podcast is a love letter to women over 50 and a hand reached back to those who will be here one day, too. We love this platform which elevates the important and too-often-marginalized voices of women of a certain age who aren't going quietly into the sunset wearing sensible shoes. Episodes feature first-person story-telling and dynamic conversations with extraordinary thinkers, creators, designers and entrepreneurs, all of whom are killing it out there and looking damned good while doing it. CONNECT WITH WENDY:  IG  //  PODCAST  //  SITE  

In Episode 18, we chat with Pamela Bolado about "Finding Your Soul's Purpose". Tune in as Pam shares about her experiences as a Military Spouse in Kuwait, finding strength as a single mother, and rediscovering her passion for adventure. --- Pamela is a mom of three boys and a military spouse. Born and raised in Moncton, Canada, Pamela is an entrepreneur, master esthetician, nonprofit founder, skincare developer, magazine creator, event creator, podcaster, cleft lip warrior, and athlete. Pamela currently sits on the 2021 Advisory Council for Smile Train. Being a military family means frequent moves. Transitioning and pivoting is no feat for Pamela, before marrying her US Air Force pilot, she resided in Kuwait for a decade. As one of the few Canadians who remained in Kuwait after the evacuation amidst operation Iraqi Freedom, Pamela built shelter in home where she would seek refuge with her then one-year-old baby. Pamela has the ability to handle tough situations and uses her strength to empower women. Pamela began her quest for empowering women in 2018 by hosting a Wellness & Wisdom Summit for Women of the Military. It has since branched into a global community of mission-driven women known as Women Who Do Wonders International, and a beautiful publication Wellness & Wisdom Magazine. @pamela_bolado  |  womenwhodowonders.org

In Episode 17, we chat with Carmen Darley about "Strategies to Fight Addiction & Boost Your Mental Health". Tune in as Carmen shares her experiences and strategies learned along the way to help put her mental health needs first. --- Carmen Darley is a self-taught artist, currently residing in Whitby, Ontario. As a recovering alcoholic, mom, mental health advocate, and motivator,  Mental health and wellness are very near and dear to Carmen's heart.  Carli D Creative Projects started with the intention of giving back to the community is what started her business, in 2016. As she has a fortunate journey and pathway to recovery from her addictions, she hopes to change mental health stigma.  Everything she launches within her passion-driven business is grounded by empowering people to focus on their mental health first. Art is one of the outlets that she focuses on to share with others how they can leverage the activities as a coping mechanism for a bad day or something for a mental break. Carmen is the official partner of the Ontario Shores Foundation, where she facilitates workshops with her project boxes shipped directly to the guests to promote mental wellness through art. As well, she's organized events where proceeds will be donated to the foundation and events where ALL proceeds are donated. @carlidcollective.ca  |  carlidcollective.ca  

In this special episode sponsored by the DSA, Chalk Couture CEO Kristine Widtfeldt shares her insights on how to overcome imposter syndrome, charting your own path, being true to your values, and not leaving anything on the table when it comes to your own success. --- Kristine Widtfeldt is the CEO of Chalk Couture, a revolutionary concept in easy DIY decor, with products distributed by thousands of independent Designers across the US and Canada. During her career, Kristine has been a film critic, publishing house president, advertising account manager, and an executive at several consumer goods brands. She elevates brands through connection to customer, authentic voice and positioning, and identifying and leveraging their unique leadership talents. chalkcouture.com  |  @chalk_couture --- This podcast episode is sponsored by the Direct Sellers Association of Canada, the mark of trust and integrity for the direct selling industry. Always look for the DSA logo.  

In Episode 15, we chat with Vivian Kaye about "Empowering Your Own Damn Self". Tune in as Viv shares her thoughts on taking action, being authentic and real, sharing the good and the bad (yes, even on social), and her fave mantras that help her conquer it all. --- Vivian Kaye is the Founder & CEO of KinkyCurlyYaki, a premium textured hair extension brand for Black women that she bootstrapped to over $6 million in revenue as an immigrant, college dropout and single mom. As a self proclaimed Gary Vee meets Oprah remix, Vivian is also a business and empowerment expert, as well as a TV, radio and podcast personality. Through her magnetic energy, Vivian empowers, uplifts and educates her audience into taking action. @itsviviankaye  |  viviankaye.com  

In this episode titled Courageous Leadership, special guest Erica Ehm shares her insights on being a female leader in an ever-changing society, the importance of making bold decisions and asking for what you want, and tips on how to survive entrepreneurship and career transitions. --- Erica Ehm is Chief Innovation Officer of Ehm & Co, an award-winning digital marketing agency that helps brands connect with moms as well as Publisher of YMC.ca, a platform created for moms by moms. She is a trailblazer in content marketing and social media. Her collaboration with health researchers earned her a Governor General's Innovation Award nomination. She is a co-founder of the Inside>Out Initiative, a not for profit created to help ME-power teens to find their passion, purpose and potential. Erica was one the original stars of MuchMusic and produces a podcast called Reinvention of the VJ. She is an entrepreneur, interviewer, author, playwright, awarding-winning songwriter and sought-after speaker.   CONNECT WITH ERICA:   IG  //  TW  //  LI  //  WEBSITE    

In Episode 13, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores talk with JourneyWoman CEO Carolyn Ray about "Living the Life You Want". Tune in as Carolyn shares her tips for women on travelling solo, following your heart and intuition, and being safe and aware along the way. --- Carolyn Ray believes that anything is possible when you set your intention and follow your intuition. After 25 years in consulting, most recently as the CEO of Interbrand Canada, she gave up everything she owned to travel full-time after a transformative trip to Kenya with her daughter in 2018. The following year, through a series of coincidences, she unexpectedly became the owner of  JourneyWoman, the beloved women's solo travel publication founded in 1994 to empower women with travel as a shared passion. During the pandemic, she transitioned to a new career as a professional travel writer and is now expanding JourneyWoman's services as the world's leading resource for solo women travellers beyond editorial into a thriving community of over 60,000 women 50+ around the world, with private forums, a book club, webinars, and events including her first wellness and travel retreat, Women's Travel Wisdom, in October 2022. In August 2021, she acquired a second website which connects women travellers with women-owned businesses, creating the world's largest Women's Travel Directory with hundreds of verified women-friendly tours, retreats, guide and accommodations around the world.  Carolyn is a board member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) and the Travel Media Association of Canada. Trained as a CTI Co-active Coach, Carolyn actively mentors emerging leaders and was ranked as one of Canada's top 100 female entrepreneurs on the PROFIT/ Chatelaine W100 list.   Learn more at journeywoman.com  and  womenstravelwisdom.com Connect with JourneyWoman on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter  

In Episode 12 with Sara Roach-Lewis, Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with the Feminist Business Strategist and author of SHE RULES: What you didn't know is holding you back in business. In this episode titled "Feminist Business Strategies", Sara outlines her 'new rules' for women in business and why the patriarchy continues to work against us. She also shares her insights on what she terms "The 7-Figure Confidence" and how we as women can collectively work to empower one another and affect real change. -- Sara Roach-Lewis teaches ambitious women the strategies they need to claim their confidence, scale their businesses, and double their revenues. With decades of experience as a feminist business strategist, Sara has supported thousands of women to shed society's expectations and create new pathways for success. As CEO of SRL Solutions and creator of the 7-Figure Confidence Program, Sara is on a mission to help ambitious women build scalable businesses that support their busy lives. Through her first book, She Rules, What You Didn't Know is Holding You Back in Business Sara shares her strategies for exponential business growth, achieving laser-focus while moving through resistance, rebranding self-care as an important business practice, and how to turn your imposter syndrome into 7-figure confidence. Learn more about Sara at sherules.biz Connect with Sara on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn  

Episode 11 with Michele Revivo: Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Michele Revivo, founder of Better Snack.Better You.® In this episode titled "Healthier Eating", Michele shares her tips for finding healthy ways to snack, simple tricks to sneak in healthier foods every day, and nourishing yourself from the inside out. -- ​​Michele Revivo is the Founder of Better Snack.Better You.® (BSBY) A mom of 3 picky snackers, Michele was looking for a better for you snack that was high in nutrients, and when she couldn't easily find one, she created her own delicious line of high nutrient snacks all made from organic ancient grains, fruits and veggies, and no artificial ingredients. BSBY products use organic blends made up of  Ancient Grains, Super Seeds, Fruits & Mushrooms to deliver essential vitamins and minerals from recognizable food sources. When it comes to science, they all include Salba® chia, an ingredient with published clinical research that consumers can look up online. Snacking doesn't have to be "empty calories" and BSBY is showing this clearly on their labels. BSBY products are the leaders when it comes to "Healthy Indulgent" snacking! Learn more at bettersnackbetteryou.com Connect with BSBY on Instagram  

Episode 10 with Makini Smith: Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Makini Smith, mindset coach and Proctor Gallagher certified consultant helping turn goals into accomplishments. In this episode titled "Positive Mindset, Positive Life", Makini shares her tips for overcoming adversity and finding positive ways to live life to the fullest. -- ​​Makini Smith is a mindset coach and Proctor Gallagher certified consultant helping turn goals into accomplishments. She's the founder of Legacy Leaver's media, helping women entrepreneurs self-publish with the same tools and resources as traditional publishers without the need for their validation or approval. Makini is also a 4 time published author and host of the 5-star rated “A Walk in My Stilettos” podcast— one of the top 1.5% most popular podcasts globally. By coaching women who are frustrated, confused, or isolated, she helps them find peace, clarity, and connection. Whether it's through conquering social media, publishing a book, or mastering a podcast, her passion is to help you find the confidence to turn your dreams into a reality. Learn more about Makini at awalkinmystilettos.com Connect with Makini on Instagram and Twitter  

In Episode 9, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Julie Cole - author, mom of six and co-founder of Mabel's Labels. Tune in as Julie shares her lessons learned while doing all the things "Like a Mother", and including her inspirational stories and lessons learned through parenting her lively crew of kids and building a multimillion-dollar business with her co-founders between their children's nap times and playdates. --- Julie Cole is a recovered lawyer, mom of six and co-founder of Mabel's Labels. She has helped her company bring their product to a worldwide market, gain media recognition and win countless entrepreneur awards. Julie is a passionate entrepreneur, published author, regular television contributor, keynote speaker and engaged community member and volunteer. In her newly published book "Like a Mother: Birthing Businesses, Babies & a Life Beyond Labels", Julie shares her inspirational stories and lessons learned through parenting her lively crew of kids and building a multimillion-dollar business with her co-founders between their children's nap times and playdates. CONNECT WITH JULIE:   IG  //  TW  //  FB  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 8, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Indigenous advocate and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Haley, about living authentically, and inspiring others to own their journey and live their truth when faced with adversity.  --- As an Indigenous advocate and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Haley uses her platform to share her vulnerable stories to inspire others to own their journey and live their truth when faced with adversity. Haley is raw, real, and unapologetically herself. Through her platform, she shares her unique voice, positive energy and promotes self-love and self-acceptance. CONNECT WITH HALEY:   IG  //  TIKTOK  

In Episode 7, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Sipology Founder Tonia in this episode presented by the Direct Sellers Association. Tonia shares her journey to success as an entrepreneur, her experiences with Dragon's Den and having the right investors, and strategies to keep her mental health and well-being in check. TW: infant loss, depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts --- Over the last 16 years and with her family by her side, Tonia Jahshan has made premium loose-leaf tea the daily norm, by turning tea lovers into business owners through her direct sales company, Sipology. Her journey started in 2006, and in 2012, everything aligned, when Tonia and Hatem entered CBC's Dragons' Den and partnered with Jim Treliving and David Chilton. Today, Sipology has millions in annual sales and thousands of Consultants across North America selling loose leaf tea and accessories. The company has been recognized year over year, as one of PROFIT 500 Canada's Fastest-Growing Companies, and Tonia was proclaimed as Canada's #1 Female Entrepreneur by W100; received the Ernst and Young Entrepreneurial Winning Women award and has been listed as 1 of 6 Women to Watch on forbes.com. In this special episode presented by the DSA, learn about Tonia's strength and spirit to not only turn an idea into a thriving empire, but to also protect her mental health and well-being through the process. CONNECT WITH SIPOLOGY:   IG  //  TW  //  FB  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 6, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with HGTV's host of Fix My Flip! Page Turner about how to "Do The Work" and lay the foundation for success in every part of your life. --- Page Turner is an Entrepreneur Extraordinaire, Real Estate Broker, Flipping Expert, Executive Producer, TV Host, Vision Strategist and founder of EGAP Real Estate and Do the Work, Inc. After working for many years under the tutelage of great humanitarians such as Magic Johnson, Page became a successful entrepreneur that has been a real estate Broker, Flipper and Investor for two decades. She is a published author, and is Co-Creator, Executive Producer and Host of her second hit show on HGTV: Fix My Flip! As a single mom to three girls, Page's vision, resilience and work ethic have propelled her to the top of her industry, and she shares her expertise to help others adapt to change and emerge even stronger on the other side. CONNECT WITH PAGE:   IG  //  TW  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 5, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Ashley Freeborn, Co-Founder of on-trend fashion apparel brand Smash + Tess, about following your dreams, setting the bar high, and making an impact with the work you do. --- Born and raised in Vancouver, Ashley Freeborn built Smash + Tess with her mother and best friend after recognizing an unfilled niche in the fashion industry for comfortable and stylish loungewear. Founded in 2016, Smash + Tess has since grown from two employees to a team of 65+ in five years, landing the #8 spot on Canada's Top Growth Companies list in 2020. As Co-Founder and CEO, Ashley was named one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 in 2020, won our RevolutionHer Trailblazer Award in 2021, and spearheaded notable collabs with celebrities like Jillian Harris, Sarah Nicole Landry, and Hilary Duff, as well as world renowned brands including Sesame Street and Barbie. CONNECT WITH SMASH + TESS:   IG  //  TW  //  FB  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 4, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Jameelah "Jam" Gamble about the art of communicating effectively, how to find your inner voice and speak up for what you want, and learn about the power of "Slaying the Mic". ---   Jahmeelah (Jam) Gamble is one of Toronto's gifted leaders who encourages everyone to #SLAYTHEMIC! As a multi-passionate media personality and speaker, Jam is on a mission to help people build their confidence and amplify their voice. Jam inspires people of all ages to not only love the sound of their voice and inspire the world with their ideas but for everyone to communicate more meaningfully with one another. Her background in special education and her love of sharing people's stories to amplify led her to “accidentally” pitch her own television show, “A Voice for All” on Rogers TV, and is now a regular on The Social and Entertainment Tonight Canada.  CONNECT WITH JAM:   IG  //  TW  //  FB  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 3, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Suzie Yorke as she shares about her journey to creating one of the fastest growing  bar brands in North America - Love Good Fats, as well as her tips for transitioning careers, taking risks, and being steadfast on pursuing your passion and realizing your dreams. --- Suzie Yorke is a mom of 4 kids, eleven-time Ironman competitor and yoga enthusiast who spent years adhering to a low-fat diet only for her health to hit a wall in her mid-40s. After reading Big Fat Surprise, she immediately shifted to a high-fat, low-carb diet, and started to feel better within a few weeks, but also found it challenging to find convenient, good-fat snacks. Seeing a gap in the market and a huge opportunity to help others through food, at age 50, Suzie developed Love Good Fats and led its launch and expansion to exceed $100 million in Gross Revenues in just 3 years, making it one of the fastest-growing bar brands in North America. *Amazing tips for female entrepreneurs in the CPG industry* CONNECT WITH SUZIE:  LINKEDIN  //  IG  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 2, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Taylor Lindsay-Noel as she shares her story of going from a Canadian National Gymnast to experiencing a life-changing accident that left her paralyzed from the neck down, and the new life she built for herself along her road to recovery which led to an incredible opportunity with none other than Oprah Winfrey. --- Taylor Lindsay-Noel is a 28-year-old entrepreneur; 14 years ago she was a Canadian national gymnast but in 2008 under the coercion of her coach she had a devastating accident that instantly paralyzed her from the neck down for life. Since then, Taylor has persevered through adversity,  receiving her BA in Radio and Television Arts. She is currently balancing being a motivational speaker, disability advocate, council member of the Premier's Council on Equality of Opportunity, and owner of Cup of Té Luxury Loose Leaf Teas which was featured on Oprah's Favorite Things List in 2020. She was recently named the Young Entrepreneur of the Year by the Black Business and Professional Association Harry Jerome Awards, Canada's most prestigious awards celebrating black excellence. CONNECT WITH TAYLOR:   IG  //  FB  //  WEBSITE  

In Episode 1 of AMPLIFY: The RevolutionHer Podcast, hosts Maria Locker and Grace Moores chat with Jessica Janzen as she shares her story of love, loss and joy. Jess outlines her top "Power Habits to Navigate Tough Times", helpful for anyone who needs some guidance on persevering. (TW: loss) --- Jessica Janzen Olstad is a motivational speaker, published author and a ‘serial-preneur'. After losing her son Lewiston, she decided that she would stop wasting time and get moving on her big dreams - speaking, writing and inspiring others to do the same. Her clothing line - The Lewiston Label highlights the life lessons Lewiston taught her. She loves spending time with family, soaking up sunshine, being by water -  and dreaming really big, always with the daily focus to "run towards the roar".   Learn more at jessicacanzen.ca Connect with Jess on Instagram Purchase Jessica's Book "Bring the Joy"