The Fizz

Iman has over 15 years in the design industry starting at Benjamin Moore paints retailer as a Colour Consultant to graduating with honours from interior design school to owning her own design business for the past 6 years. Iman is able to help her client's personality/brand come through their interiors whether it is residential or commercial. Focusing on balance function and aesthetics, Iman loves to help her clients obtaining a space that best suites them. Guest: Iman Stewart (Instagram: @imanstewartinc Website: www.imanstewart.com) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

Principal Designer Erica Gelman, a graduate of the esteemed International Academy of Design & Technology leads the talented team. Erica prides herself on a keen eye for detail; combining formal training with her flair for style and impeccable sense of colour to create truly unique spaces. Erica's work can be seen in numerous national lifestyle publications. Her design approach is simple yet sophisticated; a combination of lush textures and bold patterns infused together to create timeless designs. Guest: Erica Gelman (Instagram: @erica_gelman Website: www.ericagelman.com) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

At avenue design inc., making a house into a home is the ultimate thrill. Their belief is that the home should be both beautiful and functional - specifically tailored to the clients' needs, and one which expresses their individual personality and lifestyle. Owner and Principal Designer Eva Healy joins Cynthia this week as they discuss 'navigating the hard talk'. Guest: Eva Healy (Instagram: @avenuedesigninc Website: www.avenue-design.ca) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

Impostor syndrome (also known as impostor phenomenon, impostorism, fraud syndrome or the impostor experience) is a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their skills, talents or accomplishments and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud". On this episode, Cynthia and her longtime friend Yasmien discuss this very really pattern of self doubt. Guest: Yasmien F Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

Cynthia's guest on this episode of The Fizz is Nicole Beben. Together they discuss leadership and finding your "ah-ha" moment. They will also discuss Systems – why they're important – what can be systemized versus what can't. How to deal with mistakes? Element of trust involved - allow opportunities for mistakes to happen and to be rectified but how do you notice when to draw the line when it's your name on the door? Tips on communicating for positive change in your team? How these tips/suggestions can be taken forward into a lot of different relationships (kids, spouse, clients…) What is life like now? It's a jam packed episode with plenty to digest. Guest: Nicole Beben (ianwalterhouse.com Facebook: @WalterhouseRealtyGroup Instagram: walterhouserealtygroup) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

This week, Cynthia is joined by Katie Gutierrez or Errez Design based out of Florida. Cynthia and Katie have a very deep conversation about business strategies, life and everything in between. Guest: Katie Gutierrez (www.ErrezDesign.com www.BiographicalDesign.com) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

He's baaaaack! Tony Soda joins Cynthia this week to discuss the importance of having a plan when considering any home renovation. From budget to construction and everything in between. Tony is very candid on the reality of making these ideas come to life as he also stresses the lost art in the importance of using quality materials. You don't want to miss this one. Guest: Tony Soda (www.sodapopconstruction.com) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

Ridam Gulati is the Co-founder & CEO of Giden. Born and raised in India, he was surrounded by decorative hardware at his father's business. Profoundly influenced by his father's work, he has been actively involved in the home design industry for the past 5 years with his family business, a luxury home lifestyle brand MYOH as a brand and strategy manager. After realizing the industry's gaps from a marketing & advertising lens, he was frustrated by how the traditional methods of bringing brand awareness were no longer applicable to new emerging brands in the industry. He saw an opportunity and predicted how brands and designers would collaborate and add more value to their vendor/buyer relationship. He pursues, helping interior designers monetize their influence on social media while helping brands tap into customer lead sales by using video reviews from their customers to increase conversions. His goal is to help designers parlay their projects into a profitable personal brand as influencers and community ambassadors for the brands they work with. Subscribers can also go to our website www.giden.co and subscribe to our newsletter, to get summaries from all the resources that we have gathered. Learn: • How to monetize your Influence as an Interior Designer • How to use data to convert more leads • How to get more brand collaboration • The difference between PR and social • How to Trigger Emotional Responses in Your Audience • Best Email Management Tools & Practices • How to grow your social audiences Guest: Ridam Gulati (www.giden.co @gidenmedia) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

This week we are joined by Shay Nammari, a designer / project estimator turned tile and wallpaper maker. After years of tolerating the corporate life, Shay felt compelled to leave her full time job with a general contractor as a project estimator, to pursue a business in the creation of cement tile inspired luxury vinyl tiles and peel and stick wallpaper that she fell into, and never looked back. Her work has been featured on HGTV, CityLine, breakfast Television, and she has worked with some of the design's industry's finest. Guest: Shay Nammari (www.thegoodtile.com @thegoodtile) Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

The entire crew is back this week with stories and discussion of jumping in head first and taking a leap of faith in business. Cynthia also shares a story of expanding into a new office space and where that currently stands. For questions and comments, e-mail us at info@sodapopdesign.ca or contact us via our social media channels below. Host: Cynthia Soda (Instagram: @sodapopdesigninc) Co-host: Allie Johnson (Instagram: @allieejohnson) Co-host: Madyson Johnson (Instagram: @madyjohnson) Executive Producer: Phil Talledes (Instagram: @pnt_creative)

Cynthia records an impromptu podcast, up late with some thoughts swirling around about consultation costs, the justification of charging for creative ideas and the struggles and frustration when that is questioned. This is a quick 10 minute episode that feels as if you retain an hours worth of information. Don't miss this very candid and raw episode. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

Crystal is the principal of Crystal Collinson Interiors (aka Builder Designer), a full-service design firm specializing in the Design and Decorating of Model Homes, Sales Presentation Centres and small commercial projects. Crystal Collinson Interiors works with many of the GTA's largest home builders. Be sure to check out part 2 of this podcast on her podcast channel. You can follow her at: http://builderdesigner.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/builderdesigner.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/builderdesigner.ca/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-collinson/ https://theproductivedesigner.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theproductivedesigner/ https://www.facebook.com/pg/theproductivedesigner/posts/ Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

This week Cynthia was asked to be part of the first of a speaker series with a panel of colleagues as they discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the future of the interior design business, quarantine spaces, home offices and so much more. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

This week, Cynthia has a very entertaining and informative conversation with fellow designer Sarah St Amand. Sarah has more than 20 years of design experience from her beginnings at Benjamin Moore's corporate office to starting her own business. Listen as they discuss the interior design process and everything that comes with it including timelines, process and most importantly....budget. Find Sarah at www.stmamanddesign.com Instagram: sarahst.amandinteriordesign E-mail: sarah@stamanddesign.com Phone: 226.931.6236 Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

Carly has been co-owner of Carriage Lane Design Build since 2011. In that time she's had the chance to use her out of the box skills as a designer and stylist for shows on HGTV, such as the Property Brothers, House and Home and others. Carly's tenacious nature has made her a force to be reckoned with and has resulted in her being hand-picked for the 30 under 30 NKBA award in 2013. The award recognizes 30 people under the age of 30 all over North America in the design and construction industry who are forward thinking CEOs, entrepreneurs and cutting-edge designers. In 2019 she and her team founded and opened up The Collective Toronto the first coworking space for builders, interior designers and architects Find her at https://www.carriagelanedesigns.com/ https://www.thecollectiveto.com/ @carriagelanedesign_build @thecollectiveworkspace Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

This week we are broadcasting a simulcast with the Creating Culture Podcasts Phil and Alexis Talledes. Head over to their podcast for part 1 and then we wrap things up here for part 2 Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

This weeks special guest is the owner of Rebecca Hay Designs and Host of the Resilient by Design podcast, Rebecca Hay. Rebecca's known for her authentic, all-inclusive approach to life. Rebecca believes in the power of community and sharing our knowledge. She is on a mission to give other designers and entrepreneurs the tools they need to succeed. Her design firm is a multi award winning Toronto design firm specializing in magazine worthy family homes. Their work has been showcased in the pages of top design and lifestyle magazines and Rebecca is a regular columnist for several GTA publications. You can follow her at www.rebeccahaydesigns.com, www.instagram.com/rebeccahaydesigns www.facebook.com/rebeccahaydesigns www.youtube.com/channel/UCkeH21grLjMPHDXhrrcVo5A Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

This weeks special guest is Subject Matter Specialist, Inclusive Design Advocate and one of Canada's experts on living in place and wellness in the home, Linda Kafka. Linda joins Cynthia this week discussing evolving your business, connecting and how offering something different that your competitors are not able to offer is key in growing and changing your business. Linda can be contacted at Linda@livinginplacenetwork.com, Lindakafka@gmail.com, http://linkedin.com/in/lindakafka Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

The Band is Back Together....virtually. Cynthia, Allie and Madyson are back together talking about how they have had to adjust working in the "new normal", how working from home individually has changed their routines and what they are looking forward to and not looking forward to when we eventually have moved on from the pandemic. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

Cynthia goes virtual this week with her guest, client and friend, American actress Amy Davidson. She is known for playing Kerry Hennessy in the ABC sitcom 8 Simple Rules as well as many other TV and film projects. Today they sit down (virtually) and chat about how they came into each others lives. Apologies for the audio quality at times the volume reduces on Cynthia's voice. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

Cynthia is joined once again by her father, Tony Soda on this weeks episode and they talk about how their businesses have adjusted after one full month of social isolation. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cynthia is flying solo this week as she discusses how the new (and temporary) normal has effected her business and what she is doing about it. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

While on vacation, Cynthia sits down with this weeks guest co-host, her father Tony Soda. Tony is the owner of SodaPop Construction Inc. Father and daughter sit down to discuss projects, and how it feels to work with each other on a daily basis. You don't want to miss this one. Host: Cynthia Soda Guest Co-Host: Tony Soda Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

The team is back and this time they are discussing their experiences in various work environments and settings along with all of the different personalities that they have come across. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

This week Cynthia sits down with the one person who has seen her professional journey from its inception to the award winning business it has become, her wonderful husband Matt. Listen to his very real and candid recall of their humble beginnings to their fast-paced life as it stands today. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

In this weeks episode, Cynthia, Allie and Mady go all the way back to humble beginnings and take an inside look on how they decided to get into the interior design industry. They also provide contact information for you listeners to send your questions and comments to be answered by them on future episodes. Host: Cynthia Soda Co-hosts: Allie Johnson and Madyson Johnson Executive Producer: Phil Talledes

In the debut (preview) episode of The Fizz, Cynthia Soda pulls back the curtain on what it is like to spend a day in the office alone and how much she has learned that surrounding yourself with a stellar team and support system can allow you to reach new heights. *Our intro and outro voice audio will be corrected for all future episodes.