Podcast appearances and mentions of anthony lacavera

This week Matt Cohen welcomes Anthony Lacavera, an entrepreneur known for founding Globalive and Wind Mobile.Anthony shares his journey from starting his first business after graduating from the University of Toronto to challenging the Canadian telecom giants with Wind Mobile. He discusses the lessons learned from his successes and failures, his passion for innovation, and his latest ventures in the Caribbean telecom industry and the matchmaking space with Pair Us. Throughout the conversation, Anthony highlights the importance of resilience, transparency, and fostering meaningful relationships in both business and life.About Anthony LacaveraAnthony Lacavera is the Founder and Chairman of Globalive, a venture capital firm and operating company based in Toronto, Canada. Since establishing Globalive in 1998, Anthony has been involved in creating and leading several companies across industries like telecommunications, technology, and media. Among his notable ventures is WIND Mobile, a Canadian telecom company that was sold for $1.6 billion in 2015. Recently, Anthony co-founded Pairus, a platform combining traditional matchmaking with AI, and serves as Chairman of Paradise Mobile, a telecom initiative in Bermuda.In addition to his entrepreneurial activities, Anthony has been active in media and technology. He founded Globalive Media in 2018, where he hosts "Beyond Innovation," a program that covers developments in technology and innovation. He also contributed to Bloomberg Television, focusing on technology, telecommunications, and entrepreneurship. Through Globalive Capital, Anthony has invested in over 200 early-stage companies and is involved in various mentorship programs supporting new entrepreneurs.Anthony's career began after he earned a degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Toronto.In this episode, we discuss:(01:55) The founding of Globalive and its first big success with Wind Mobile(04:11) Why transparency was the key to Wind Mobile's success(06:10) The story behind trying to buy back Wind Mobile in 2022(08:04) The challenges of foreign ownership restrictions in the Canadian telecom industry(09:27) Re-entering the telecom business with Paradise Mobile in the Caribbean(11:25) His biggest financial loss and what he learned from it(12:50) The importance of self-awareness and learning from failure(14:54) What Globalive looks for in startups: Founder resilience and self-awareness(17:38) The importance of investing in your health and longevity as a founder(20:00) Transforming the matchmaking industry with AI and human connections with Pair Us(21:45) Why human connections are crucial for longevity and happiness(26:45) How Anthony incorporates learning from every interaction into his daily life(28:19) Why patience and long-term thinking are critical for entrepreneurial success(31:16) The role of AI in transforming business(36:45) Balancing giving advice with letting founders learn on their own(38:04) Why taking care of your health is essential for sustained successFast Favorites:

The Future of Healthcare, Entrepreneurial Mindsets and Navigating Challenges This episode of Trailblaze features Sabrina Fiorellino, a lawyer by background and entrepreneur at heart who has created several companies in her lifetime and has worked in mergers and acquisitions on Bay Street for years. Sabrina is the CEO of Fero International, where she brought together several partners with backgrounds in construction, modular manufacturing and finance, pooling their expertise to pivot all of their existing businesses to create something in response to the pandemic. Sabrina sheds light on the main uses of Fero in the past two years and paints a vivid picture of its future over the next five years. In this episode Sabrina shares the resilience and determination that shaped her entrepreneurial path through a compelling war story of facing challenges that almost led to calling it quits. The discussion explores the world of healthcare as Sabrina shares perspectives on the industry's challenges and opportunities. Learn about the evolving landscape of healthcare, especially with the integration of 5G and the increasing connectivity through technology like wearables and vital monitoring. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Sabrina offers valuable advice for young professionals who are eager to launch their careers or start their first business. This episode offers a wealth of insights into the mind of someone working to shape the future of healthcare. Connect with Sabrina Fiorellino Fero International Website LinkedIn Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.  This episode was recorded on September 6, 2022.

Venture Capital, Empowering Canadian Entrepreneurs, Women in Business & Dragon's Den This episode of Trailblaze features Arlene Dickinson, Founder and Managing General Partner of District Ventures Capital and Co-Managing Partner at Believeco:Partners. In this episode, hear Arlene's story from her humble beginnings to becoming one of Canada's most successful entrepreneurs and investors. From joining Venture Communications in 1988 to owning the company within a decade, Dickinson shares the challenges faced personally and professionally in building a business empire. Addressing the gender disparity in venture capital funding, she discusses the need for change and advocates for increased support for female founders. As a Dragon on CBC's Dragons' Den for 15 seasons, Arlene shares her experiences and insights into her most successful investments. Reflecting on her passion for Canada, Dickinson shares what the country represents to her and whether it remains the best place to start a business.  She shares how she has built a business growth ecosystem focused on helping Canadian consumer goods companies scale and become global brands. Learn about the inspiration behind this vision and the unique niche in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry. Under Arlene's leadership, District Ventures Capital has established a portfolio of ground-breaking companies that are transforming the way we live and eat. Most recently Arlene became Co-Managing Partner at Believeco:Partners, an independent Canadian-based owner, operator, and builder of the foremost marketing communications, and engagement agencies in North America. It was Dickinson's vision that brought this platform to life resulting in the creation of a powerhouse marketing consolidator.  Connect with Arlene Arlene Dickinson's Website Instagram | LinkedIn Book: Persuasion - Arlene Dickinson Book: All In (2013) Speaking: Arlene Dickinson on NSB Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.  This episode was recorded on November 3, 2023. 

Mindset, Resilience, Exits and Entrepreneurship Education This episode of Trailblaze features Reza Satchu, the Founder and Managing Partner at Alignvest Management Corporation, a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, and the Founding Chairman of NEXT Canada.  In this episode, Satchu shares the mindset that shaped his early career and laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial ventures. Satchu discusses the consistent frameworks and strategies employed in co-founding, building, and managing various businesses. He describes the challenges he faced during these ventures and the resilience required to overcome obstacles, including the complexities of selling a business. Having founded NEXT Canada, Satchu provides a deep dive into the mission of accelerating the growth trajectory of Canadian entrepreneurs, and the traits and qualities he looks for in entrepreneurs. With a wealth of experience in working with entrepreneurs across diverse fields, Satchu shares common traits and mindsets found in successful individuals. Listen for insights into overcoming obstacles and self-doubt, and explore Satchu's perspective on the productivity gap in Canadian entrepreneurship compared to the United States. For aspiring entrepreneurs, Satchu imparts valuable advice, reflecting on lessons learned and common mistakes made by founders.  Reza has received Canada's Top 40 Under 40 Award, McGill University Annual Leadership Award and is a member of the Canadian Advisory Board for Harvard Business School. Connect with Reza on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reza-satchu/  Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.  This episode was recorded on September 8, 2023.

Michele Romanow's Journey, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, and Navigating Success in Canada This episode of Trailblaze features Michele Romanow, a Canadian tech entrepreneur, television personality, board director and venture capitalist. She co-founded Clearco, which has provided over 10,000 e-commerce businesses with $2.5B of working capital. She was been named as one of the Forbes Top 20 Most Disruptive "Millennials on a Mission" in 2013, one of the 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada in 2015, and Canadian Innovation Awards' Angel Investor of the Year in 2018. Romanow joined the cast of CBC's Dragons' Den in Season 10. In this episode recorded in September 2022, we discuss the dynamic journey of Michele Romanow, a serial entrepreneur and one of Canada's most influential business leaders. From her early interest in business to founding Clearco (formerly Clearbanc), Michele shares the inspiring story of her entrepreneurial evolution. As the youngest Dragon on Dragon's Den, Michele discusses imposter syndrome and offers valuable insights for those battling self-doubt. She shares her thoughts on being a role model for young Canadians and female founders and explores the changing landscape of entrepreneurship in Canada. Michele dives into the resilience inherent in every entrepreneur's DNA, offering tips on handling adversity and managing stress during challenging times. She candidly reflects on moments of contemplating calling it quits and shares her experience navigating employee layoffs at Clearco. The episode also explores the crucial role of mentors in an entrepreneur's journey and shares the impactful mentors in Michele's life. Balancing her roles as CEO, board director, Dragon and personal life, Michele talks about her daily routine and shares valuable tips for achieving work-life balance. Michele also shares advice she would give her 18-year-old self, drawing from the wealth of experience she has gained throughout her remarkable career. Join us for an insightful and motivating conversation with a true trailblazer in Canadian entrepreneurship. Connect with Michele Romanow Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.  This episode was recorded on September 6, 2022.

Navigating Neurology, Alzheimer's Prevention, and Lifestyle Interventions This episode of Trailblaze features Dr. Richard S. Isaacson who is the Founder of the Alzheimer's Prevention Clinic at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian, the Director of Research at the Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases in Florida, and the Director of the Precision Prevention Program Atria Institute New York / Palm Beach. In this episode, we trace the origins of Dr. Isaacson's medical and entrepreneurial career, from early aspirations to the specialized field of neurology, with a focus on Alzheimer's disease. Isaacson shares the groundbreaking work taking place at the Alzheimer's Prevention Clinic as he sheds light on its unique approach compared to traditional methods.  As a vocal advocate for lifestyle interventions to combat neurodegenerative diseases with a TED talk on the topic, he shares the most effective lifestyle changes and the simplest actions that the average person can take to improve their health in the long run. We dive into stories of resilience from Dr. Isaacson's career, as he shares significant hurdles faced in research and clinical work. He describes the moments when perseverance proved essential, shaping a career dedicated to understanding and combating neurological diseases. Dr. Isaacson provides unique insights into the changing public perception of neurological diseases, and the role of media in spreading awareness and educating the public on health issues, particularly preventable diseases. Dr. Richard S. Isaacson is a pioneering neurologist with a focus on the treatment and prevention of Alzheimer's disease. He is the Founder and Former Director of the Alzheimer's Prevention Clinic, a first-of-its-kind in the world, at Weill Cornell Medicine & New York Presbyterian, where he was also Assistant Dean of Faculty Development and Associate Professor of Neurology. Prior to this, Dr. Isaacson was Associate Professor of Clinical Neurology and Vice Chair for Education at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Dr. Isaacson has also previously served as Director of the Center for Brain Health at Florida Atlantic University Schmidt College of Medicine, and as Associate Medical Director of the Wien Center for Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Disorders at Mount Sinai. Connect with Dr. Richard Isaacson FAU Center for Brain Health Book: The Alzheimer's Prevention & Treatment Diet: Using Nutrition to Combat the Effects of Alzheimer's Disease Richard S. Isaacson Profile at Atria  Meet Neurologist Dr. Richard Isaacson | NewYork-Presbyterian CNN Opinion: Why aren't doctors telling patients these simple ways to reduce the risk of dementia?   Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. This episode was recorded on September 8, 2023.Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.

Navigating the Unknown, Mental Toughness, Space Travel and Innovation  This episode of Trailblaze features Chris Hadfield, a Canadian astronaut, business leader, and tech entrepreneur.  Having commanded the International Space Station and directed companies, he shares best practices and tactics on guiding teams through extreme circumstances of complexity and change, while also sharing the marvels and wonders of science and spaceflight. Hadfield became the first Canadian to command the International Space Station (ISS) and has flown on multiple space missions. Known globally for his creative content on social media from space, Hadfield captivated the world with breathtaking photos, live Q&As, and a viral cover of David Bowie's "Space Oddity." In this episode, Commander Hadfield shares his early inspirations that ignited his passion for space exploration and propelled him on a trajectory beyond the limits of Earth. He reveals the training, meticulous preparations and mental fortitude required for the numerous space missions he has been part of. From the unique challenges of space missions to the daily routine aboard the ISS, listen for a glimpse into the resilience and mindset needed to navigate the unforgiving environment of outer space. Commander Hadfield discusses what it was like to share his experiences with the world by creating the first-ever music video in space, the inspiration behind his content creation and the joy of representing Canada on a global scale. In addition to music, he is also a 5-time best-selling author and global speaker on leadership, change and managing life.  As a leading advocate for space exploration and science education post-retirement, he shares the projects that currently excites him and his role as an advisor to Canadian and international entrepreneurs, offering insights into the future of space exploration and beyond. In addition to now serving as a director and advisor to multiple tech companies including Space and Virgin Galactic, co-founding the Space Stream at Creative Destruction Lab (creating $1.6B of new business equity value in the past 5 years), he has also written 5 internationally bestselling books. Listen to get a sense of the impact space travel has on health, both physical and psychological, as Commander Hadfield shares his personal experiences in preparing his body and mind for the challenges of space and recovering upon returning to Earth.  Recorded in beautiful Muskoka, during this episode Anthony and Chris reflect on his health journey and impart wisdom on longevity, offering unique perspectives to challenge conventional thinking. Today, Commander Hadfield continues to trailblaze as he extends his wisdom to those venturing into uncharted waters, advising individuals pursuing cutting-edge businesses, research and innovation.  Connect with Chris Hadfield  Chris Hadfield's Official Website Twitter Instagram Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.  This episode was recorded on September 8, 2023.

This episode features Anthony's long-time business partner, Brice Scheschuk. Beginning with Brice's early career — from joining a Naval Reserve and working in accounting and consulting, to eventually coming on-board with Globalive after meeting Anthony at a web industry event in 2003 — they discuss the highs and lows of building Globalive and bringing WIND Mobile to market. This discussion covers the characteristics of successful founders, and the importance of both having a mentor and eventually becoming one. Founders listening should look into MindFrame Connect, where they're focused on creating more resilient entrepreneurs and improving the craft of mentorship. Recorded February 2022 About Brice Scheschuk: Brice Scheschuk, CPA, CA is the Managing Partner of Globalive Capital. He was a co-founder and CFO of WIND Mobile as well as CEO of Globalive Communications. Brice has over 25 years' experience building and operating companies at Globalive, WIND Mobile, Leitch Technology and PricewaterhouseCoopers. He obtained his CPA, CA designation at PricewaterhouseCoopers and B.Comm (Hon.) Finance from Dalhousie University. Brice served as a Maritime Surface Officer in the Royal Canadian Naval Reserve. Brice serves on numerous boards and advisory committees (public, private, and not-for-profit) and is a frequent speaker on scale-up entrepreneurship and innovation. He is a co-founder of MindFrame Connect, a not-for-profit focused on elevating the craft of mentorship and improving entrepreneurial resiliency. His interests include Canada's innovation and startup ecosystem, entrepreneurial finance, mentorship excellence, resiliency, financial literacy, military veteran transition, fitness, travel, good food, good books and great friends. Connect with Brice and MindFrame Connect: Twitter: www.twitter.com/scheschuk  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/brice-scheschuk-cpa-ca-095721a  Mindframe Connect Website: www.mindframeconnect.com  Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your own podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.

From consumer electronics or artificial intelligence, this episode features a trusted voice in Canadian media. Amber Mac joins Anthony to share her journey from traditional media journalism to starting her own successful media company and producing content for some of the world's biggest brands. She discussed the struggles of starting her business, her most challenging moment in the industry, and why she returned to Canada after living and working in the US. Anthony and Amber also touch on Artificial Intelligence, its potential to shape the future in healthcare and its controversial position among society, as well as the Metaverse — where Amber says she would only invest in physical real estate. Recorded April 2022 About Amber Mac: Amber Mac is President of AmberMac Media, Inc., an award-winning content development agency, an award-winning podcaster (This Is Mining, The AI Effect), and a bestselling author. She is also the co-host of the weekly emerging technology radio show and podcast #TheFeed on SiriusXM. In 2022, Amber joined the board of directors at GFI (TSXV: PEAS), a plant-based farm-to-fork food and ingredients company. Connect with Amber: Twitter: http://twitter.com/ambermac  LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/ambermac  Instagram: http://instagram.com/ambermac  Amber Mac's Website: http://ambermac.com  Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your own podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com. 

 The inaugural episode of Trailblaze features Erin Bury, co-founder and CEO at estate planning startup Willful. Erin and Anthony discuss work-life balance (including running a startup as a married couple), sustaining a thriving business during the pandemic (and how Willful gave back by donating hundreds of thousands of dollars in wills for frontline healthcare workers), and the struggles of securing startup funding in Canada. Erin continues to trailblaze by simplifying and digitizing wills for all Canadians, while supporting important causes. Recorded February 2022 About Erin Bury: Named one of Bay St. Bull's Women of the Year, Erin Bury is one of Canada's top female entrepreneurs, an active startup advisor, and a former marketer and technology journalist. Erin is the co-founder and CEO at online estate planning platform Willful, where she drives the company's mission to make it easier for Canadians to prepare for and deal with death in a digital age. Willful has been named one of the Power 50 companies by Bay St. Bull (now Glory Professional), and Erin secured a deal for the company on TV's Dragons' Den in 2021. Erin advises multiple startups and is a board member for Save the Children Canada and the co-chair of the #Tech4SickKids initiative for SickKids Hospital. Connect with Erin and Willful: Twitter: https://twitter.com/erinbury  Instagram: https://instagram.com/willfulwills  Willful Website: https://www.willful.co  Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your own podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.

When will society abandon stereotypes about women in tech? What was it like to raise money as a twenty-something female founder? On this episode Anthony sits down with entrepreneur Emilie Cushman to discuss the challenges she faced as a young woman in tech pitching investors, what it's like for founders to hire a CEO who is not aligned, and the content that she is creating today to help young founders. Recorded March 2022 About Emilie Cushman: Emilie Cushman is the Co-founder and CEO of Kira Talent. Kira Talent is one of Canada's fastest growing companies in the higher education technology space, using holistic admissions software to help teams effectively, efficiently, and fairly identify applicants who will succeed in their program. Since its inception in 2012 out of the Next 36 program, Kira has raised over $8.8 million dollars in funding and most recently, exited to ETS, Education Testing Service in November of 2021. Kira Talent counts over 1000 university programs as clients, including programs at Yale, Harvard, Stanford and INSEAD, and over 1 million students have completed Kira applications. Prior to starting Kira, Emilie obtained her Bachelor of Business from University of Windsor in 2012 and that same year completed the Next 36 Entrepreneurial Institute. Emilie was named HSBC Woman Leader of Tomorrow 2012, Top 100 Most Powerful Women in Canada 2012, Next 36 Most Outstanding Venture Award 2012, the Geoff Taber Alumni Achievement Award 207, the University of Windsor Odyssey Award for Alumni Achievement 2017, Forbes Top 30 Under 30 in 2019, and EY Winning Women Program 2021. Connect with Emilie and Kira Talent: Instagram: http://instagram.com/officialemiliecushman  LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/emiliecushman  Kira Talent Website: http://kiratalent.com  Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your own podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.

As a key leader in the tech startup community, in this episode of the podcast, Anthony interviews Sunil Sharma, managing director of Techstars Toronto. Sunil shares his journey of becoming a partner at Extreme Ventures, bringing Techstars to Canada. He also shares his experience working as a Canadian diplomat and his involvement in the government of Canada's Foreign Affairs Department. Sunil talks about how he helped bring the Collision conference to Toronto and his connection to Africa, sharing the story of finding a Nigerian fintech company to invest in early on at Techstars. Sunil and Anthony discuss the tech boom in Africa, the types of programs and funding available for entrepreneurs, and the challenges that entrepreneurs face when trying to bring their businesses to Canada. They also discuss immigration policy and visas for entrepreneurs and what we can do to help entrepreneurs come to Canada. Lastly, Sunil and Anthony look to the future of the tech world and what they are most excited for such as metaverse, VR, and crypto. Recorded March 2022 About Sunil Sharma: Sunil Sharma is the Managing Director of Techstars Toronto (Techstars is the world's biggest startup accelerator). At Techstars, Sunil has made 76 direct investments in tech startups based in 16 countries across the world. He is also the Director of the Founder Institute in Toronto and Waterloo (Founder Institute is the world's biggest startup pre-accelerator). At Founder Institute, Sunil has launched more than 350 new startups.  Sunil is also Co-Host of the Collision Conference and Web Summit (Web Summit including Collision and RISE is the world's biggest tech conference). Prior to Techstars, Sunil was a Managing Partner with Extreme Venture Partners, a Canadian early-stage venture capital fund where he led more than 20 investments and deployed more than $5M in capital.  Sunil was also co-founder and Managing Director of Extreme Startups where he ran 3 successful cohorts and made 15 investments as part of one of Canada's earliest tech accelerator funds (backed by 5 prominent Canadian VC funds). Sunil is a public speaker, often delivering keynotes on globalization of startups, immigration, marketing and fundraising. Sunil is often called upon as a judge at startup competitions and as an MC for large conferences and events (such as Collision). Sunil possesses a rare background that spans across the worlds of entrepreneurship, investment and international diplomacy. Sunil was a career member of Canada's Foreign Service where he last served as the Consulate Head in Southern California. Previously Sunil represented Canada at the United Nations and served at the Canadian Space Agency. Sunil was born in Canada to immigrant parents. Sunil has lived extensively across Canada including many years in Edmonton, Halifax, Moncton, Kamloops, Victoria, Vancouver, Montreal, Ottawa and Toronto.   Connect with Sunil and Techstars: Twitter: http://twitter.com/sunilsharmaco  LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/sunilsharmats  Techstars Toronto Accelerator: https://techstars.com/accelerators/toronto  Thank you for listening to Trailblaze! Share your thoughts about this episode of Trailblaze on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnthonyLacavera Instagram: https://instagram.com/anthony.lacavera  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/anthonylacavera  For more about Anthony Lacavera and to subscribe to the mailing list visit https://anthonylacavera.com. Trailblaze is produced by CreatorClub. Create your own podcast at https://creatorclubstudios.com.

In this episode of Chatter That Matters, hear why Anthony Lacaveranever felt comfortable putting his career in someone else's hands, how and why he is obsessed with offering his customers value, and what he believes is key to becoming a successful entrepreneur. It's an incredible success story that begins with Anthony taking out a $25,000 small business loan from RBC and parlaying it with his intellectual and emotional capital into a billion-dollar enterprise, including Wind Mobile. Georgia Balinksy returns to the show to put on a master class on what a brand is and how to make yours matter. She cites IBM and how they use their brand platform to create a conversation with their stakeholders. She then talks about the magic of ideas and why creativity is your superpower for harnessing the future. Reasons to Listen: Powerful insights for entrepreneurs and all who have that ambition.  How to create a magnetic brand that attracts and sparks conversation. Great advice if you are a University Student starting a career or looking to make a career move, including overcoming roadblocks. What Canada must do for us to become number one to go for the gold. It's also an incredible true story of a small business owner who fought Goliaths on his and the consumers' terms.  

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"The worst outcome for Rogers is an actual real competitor, which is what we are. They know we're going to bring prices down and they don't want prices to come down." Globalive co-founder and chairman Anthony Lacavera shares why he was forced to sell Wind Mobile, and explains why it's so hard to repurchase it now as Freedom Mobile as part of the (contested) Rogers / Shaw merger. Welcome to Competitiontown. Sponsored by Linebox Studio.    

This week, Mike Agerbo and John Biehler talk with Anthony Lacavera, CEO & founder of Globallive who created Freedom Mobile. Now with the Rogers/Shaw merger that is ongoing, Anthony wants to buy Freedom Mobile back from them but Rogers isn't playing ball. Hear all about that and the latest tech news. Can't get enough of GetConnected and our charmingly nerdy hosts? Subscribe to the GetConnected podcast and don't forget to listen to them discuss mobile technology on the App Show podcast. You can also find us on the web, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Lacavera is the founder and chairman of Globalive, and previously founded Wind Mobile before it was acquired by Shaw in 2016. He joins BIV Today to discuss this week’s Rogers-Fido outage and the future of telecom competition in Canada amid merger plans between Shaw and Rogers. Tyler Orton hosts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having grown up in a quiet, calm Prairie life with a loving family, Brice decided at an early age to pursue his life path in larger settings with the goal of making a larger impact. With his partner Anthony Lacavera, he spent many long grinding years building Wind Mobile within a fierce, unforgiving and oligopolistic space. After finally selling the company with his partner for well over $1 billion, Brice began to reflect on his experience on the importance of staying resilient: sticking to the mission and simply putting one foot in front of the other. Listen to how he and his partner today are now devoting their professional horsepower to helping new entrepreneurs all over North America to innovate, create and build in the new economy. Watch out for his New Book to be published Fall 2020: “Mentoring the Innovation Economy” (working title) Twitter - @scheschuk LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brice-scheschuk-cpa-ca-095721a/ Website – www.globalive.com  

Anthony Lacavera, an extremely accomplished Canadian entrepreneur, is the founder and chairman of Globalive. Anthony built and sold a number of companies including WINDMobile, however, mistakes are made in the entrepreneur world, whether you're seasoned veteran or an amateur. We shouldn't be afraid of conversations that probe into difficult topics. Conversations around experience become an opportunity to make sure you have the right potential investors and provide a way for others to point out issues that indicate you might be too deep out to see.  Anthony's accomplishments no doubt speak for themselves, but it's how he got there and how he was able to finance his way through these ventures that is most fascinating.

Welcome everyone to our Roundtable on Sustaining the Innovation Ecosystem. Today's agenda includes Opening Comments by David Skok, CEO & Editor-in-Chief at The Logic, Special Remarks by Anthony Lacavera, Founder and Chairman of Globalive. And an important conversation with The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages –– with angel investors, innovation leaders and most importantly entrepreneurs.The National Angel Capital Organization (NACO) was honoured to host a collaborative roundtable on Thursday April 16 that featured an impressive selection of industry insiders who shared insights about the current state of the innovation ecosystem in light of COVID-19. The discussion also revolved around specific, tangible ways the Canadian government can better assist early-stage entrepreneurs and angel investors weather the current economic storm. This session—the third in a now-popular series delivered by NACO every Thursday—included experts “united in attacking the economic effects that are impacting all sectors and level of society,” said Claudio Rojas, CEO of NACO. “If we focus on helping each other, cognizant of the effects we're experiencing as individuals and organizations, we can better find new ways to collaborate and help the ecosystem.” The 90-minute roundtable was virtually attended by people in each province and territory across the country and presented a solid focus: building solutions to help entrepreneurs during this unprecedented time. “We hear you. We know your collective strength can help us find new solutions and shape policies that can drive the innovation ecosystem forward,” Rojas said. Attendees were also privileged to listen to remarks by the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada's Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, who explained the federal government's ongoing economic response to the pandemic. The respected roster of speakers—angel investors, entrepreneurs and innovation leaders—shared candid tales of their current state, and offered Minister Joly well-informed suggestions of concrete ways Canada's government can help the ecosystem's most vulnerable entrepreneurs and startups.  “If we move too slowly in supporting startups or focus too narrowly on scale-ups, the innovation ecosystem itself and its interconnectedness will unravel and Canada will, once again, lag behind,” Rojas said. “Or we can take bold action, make bold moves and emerge in the aftermath as a country the whole world looks to for leadership.”  1)    State of the union: David Skok“This isn't really a time for fiscal restraint—this is a time for spending. This is the biggest collapse of the economic order since the Great Depression and if spending doesn't happen soon, there is a chance we could experience a lost decade” “There has never been a more necessary time for entrepreneurs and angels to work together to build a foundation of a new economy.”  2)    Proposed solutions for government from industry leaders“What the government can do in a straight-forward way is to support the construction of a world-class angel investor ecosystem in Canada that will drive our overall innovation ecosystem.” –Anthony Lacavera“I would like to see income tax deductibility for qualifying angel investments in the pre-seed stage that have been accepted into a recognized incubator or accelerator. Any company that's in one of recognized incubators or accelerators that's doing a seed or pre-seed financing and has angel investor participation—those angels should qualify for straight-forward income tax deductibility for those investments.” –Anthony Lacavera Originally Recorded on April 16, 2020. Cli

Anthony Lacavera founded the wireless carrier WIND Mobile. WIND Mobile was acquired by Shaw Communications for USD$1.3 billion in December, 2015. Anthony is a serial entrepreneur, CEO, investor, author, producer and contributor on Bloomberg TV. Anthony has forged a reputation as a disruptive entrepreneur who has changed Canada's communications technology landscape. He speaks candidly with me on his greatest failures, and how they led him to succeed.  You can find more about Anthony on Twitter @anthonylacavera  -- Enjoy!

Anthony Lacavera, the founder of Wind Mobile (now called Freedom and owned by Shaw) and private equity firm Globalive Capital, talks to host Emily Jackson about the state of competition in Canada’s telecom market and what he thinks the government should focus on instead of pricing.  

Anthony Lacavera, the founder of Wind Mobile (now called Freedom and owned by Shaw) and private equity firm Globalive Capital, talks to host Emily Jackson about the state of competition in Canada’s telecom market and what he thinks the government should focus on instead of pricing.  

Melissa Sariffodeen is the CEO and Co-Founder of Canada Learning Code. She is a celebrated digital literacy advocate who is dedicated to ensuring that women and youth have the critical skills, confidence, and opportunities that they need to thrive in our increasingly digital world. She is a graduate of the Richard Ivey School of Business and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Education Policy at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. She taught herself how to build websites from scratch using HTML when she was 11 years old and has been coding ever since.   She also won the 2017 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur award for Social Change Award   It was originally called Ladies learning code and it started in 2011 out of self-interest for us group of 4 woman who wanted to learn more technical skillset. They wanted to create this opportunity to learn to code and that time in toronto there was not any opportunity or explicitly welcoming for women or for beginners to learn to how to code.   Episode overview:   In this episode, I get to chat with Melissa Sariffodeen of Canada Learning Code where she provided us with a thorough explanation on how important coding is to the younger generations. Here you will find that Melissa and her colleagues really feel the need to empower, educate and inspire teachers to introduce coding to their students.   Their popular course is the Intro to HTML and CSS where the workshop will allow you a day or over a day or evenings to build your own website from scratch or maybe edit a website that you already have. The other popular course is Data Analysis and Visualization where they focus on Big Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) where the desire of people to know how to work and manipulate it visually. They also teach arts and music making things fun and engaging like creating emojis, prints and graphic designs.   For every four learners there is always one technical expert who is there to work with you the entire day for the program and to help you learn.   In this episode, you will also understand the importance of why learning how technology is built and learning coding is going to be critical for every role into the future whether you want to start your own business or whether you are working in a company and you want to jump-start your career; it provides a way of understanding (connecting the dots) of people.   How can you support Canada Learning Code:   If you are technical or run a technical team; volunteering and giving back or hosting our program to their chapters/programs running around 35 different cities around the country; they are always looking for technical mentors or spaces to host their programs because they don’t have a physical space anywhere. They are also looking for innovative content on sponsorship, donations or charity. Resources Mentioned: Tips: “Get started” Understand how coding works and how technology works Launching fast, failing fast, elevating fast Try to serve the best Do not be afraid to try different things Progress is an achievement as well as getting things out there Do not be afraid to fail forward   Tools: Slack Hootsuite   Book: The Radical Candor by Kim Scott How We can Win by Anthony Lacavera   Hootspot: GTA for food Nelson BC for retreat   About Company:   Canada Learning Code is a national not-for-profit organization championing digital literacy education, working nation-wide and across all sectors to equip Canadians with technical skills. To date, the organization has taught over 80,000 learners through their programs, which are offered in over 30 cities across the country.   Founded as Ladies Learning Code in 2011, the organization has evolved to run programming for adults, youth and educators through programs Ladies, Girls, Kids, Teens and Teachers Learning Code. Canada Learning Code’s goal is to create 10 million technology learning experiences for Canadians over the next ten years.   Technical skills are a tool of empowerment, and it is the organization’s mission to ensure that all Canadians - particularly those who are currently underrepresented in the tech sector - have access to learn these critical skills and be active participants in the digital age.   Connect with Melissa:   Website: Canada Learning Code Twitter: @learningcode @melsariffodeen LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissasariffodeen/ Instagram: @learningcode Facebook: Canada Learning Code Facebook   Thanks again for tuning in! To help out the show: Please leave an iTunes review or post a comment below. Your help is greatly appreciated. If you know any Canadian Innovators whom you like us to feature, please feel free to email us. Listen to more innovators who are crushing it here. I’m still channeling Gary Vee! Ratings and reviews are my oxygen! Have you seen the new CanInnovate resources & tools page, that provides different offers and discounts. Who doesn’t love to save money? We are a big supporter of Unsplash.com photos. Special thanks to Hitesh Choudhary!

Anthony Lacavera is best known for being the Founder and CEO of Wind Mobile. Not only has Anthony built Canada’s fourth largest phone carrier, he has also invested in some of Canada’s most promising startups. As an active leader in Canada’s entrepreneurship community, Anthony is... The post How We Can Win with Anthony Lacavera – April 17 2018 appeared first on Startup Canada.

Anthony Lacavera has started 12 businesses, six of which he has exited. His exits have ranged in value from the $6 million he got for one of his recent start-ups to the $1.3 billion that Wind Mobile sold for.

Why business as usual is destroying Canada, and How We Can Win

Why business as usual is destroying Canada, and How We Can Win

We chat with well-known video blogger Amy Schmittauer about how to Vlog Like a Boss.  Plus, CBO Johnson Cook joins us to talk about Greenlight, a new and innovative debit card that's built just for kids. Also on the show, the President of Sleepace, Howard Borenstein, shares how his company's devices can help you get a better night's sleep (at an affordable price!) and Globalive's Anthony Lacavera explains how a new global hub for artificial intelligence will further cement Canada as an AI leader.

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Anthony Lacavera in conversation with Amanda Lang With The Internet of Things and the Future of Canada's Telecom Industry Anthony Lacavera, Chairman and CEO of the Globalive Group and Wind Mobile, is a Canadian born telecom entrepreneur Anthony founded Globalive in 1998 and co founded Wind Mobile in 2008. In January, 2013 Anthony founded Globalive Capital to focus on accelerating early stage technology and telecommunications companies. Since 2000, the Globalive group has founded, seeded, financed, operated, and divested of a number of companies in the Internet, Communications, and Technology sectors. Under Anthony's leadership, Globalive received numerous best in business awards, including first ranking on Profit Magazine's 2004 list of Canada's 100 fastest growing companies, Canada's 30 Best Workplaces and Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies award, of which Globalive has been a recipient for 10 consecutive years. Anthony was named Canada's CEO of the Year in 2010 by Globe and Mail's Report on Business Magazine, made the Canada's Top 40 Under 40 list in 2006 and was publicized as one of the 50 Most Influential Torontonians by Toronto Life Magazine in 2013. Anthony was named an Honorary Fellow of St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto in 2012. The University of Toronto Engineering School, where Anthony graduated in 1997, welcomed Anthony to the Engineering School Hall of Distinction in 2013. In 2007, Anthony founded the SHAMBA foundation, a unique charity that assists other charities with fundraising and organizational efforts. The SHAMBA foundation raised nearly S1M for a variety of social and charitable causes. Anthony is a founding supporter of the Art Gallery of Ontario's Gallery Italia. Anthony is an aviation enthusiast and enjoys flying for both work and leisure. He also enjoys snow skiing, golf, personal fitness and staying active in the Arts community. Amanda Lang, Senior Business Correspondent, CBC News, Host, Lang and O'Leary Exchange Award winning business journalist Amanda Lang is CBC's senior business correspondent, reporting for its flagship nightly news program The National. She is also host of The Exchange with Amanda Lang, a daily business program airing on CBC News Network. She also occasionally anchors The National. Lang studied Architecture at the University of Manitoba, before becoming a journalist. Her first job in journalism was for the Globe and Mail, and subsequently Lang joined the Financial Post newspaper, where she became the paper's New York correspondent. In New York she made the leap to television, where she first was part of the team that launched BNN and before long wound up at CNN as a reporter and anchor. She returned to Canada in 2002 to re join BNN, and has been with CBC since 2009. Her new book, The Power of Why, HarperCollins, October 2012, explores the connection between curiosity and success. Moderator: Amanda Lang, Senior Business Correspondent, CBC News, Host, Lang and O'Leary Exchange Speaker: Anthony Lacavera, Chairman and CEO of the Globalive Group and Wind Mobile *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Amar Varma, Anthony Lacavera, Dr. Michael Bloom and John Ruffolo in conversation with Mike Eppel on Venture Capital in Canada: Bridging the Expectations Gap between Venture Capitalists and Entrepreneurs Moderator: Mike Eppel, Senior Business Editor, 680 News Speakers: Amar Varma, Co-Founder & CEO, Xtreme Labs and Managing Partner, Extreme Venture Partners Anthony Lacavera, Chairman & CEO, Globalive Communications and WIND Mobile Dr. Michael Bloom, Vice-President, Organizational Effectiveness and Learning, The Conference Board of Canada John Ruffolo, CEO, OMERS Ventures *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*