Podcasts about export promotion

On May 29 and 30 in Ottawa, Canada 2020 hosted our annual Economic Reconciliation Summit: The Indigenous-led Economy. This gathering brought  together Indigenous leaders from across sectors and territories for a vital day of conversation and engagement to explore the balance between growth and sustainability, and ensure that reconciliation is at the heart of future prosperity for all.  In the fourth of our series of highlighted conversations from this summit, we hear Tiara Folkes (Manager, Indigenous Relations Public Policy, TC Energy) in conversation with  Mary Mg (Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development) on the what Indigenous entrepreneurs and exporters offer Canada and the world.This conversation has been lightly edited for length and clarity ahead of publication.

Vice Admiral Mark Norman, Retired Commander of the Royal Canadian Navy joins Vassy following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's comments as he wraps up a three-day visit to Ukraine and Poland.  On today's show:  We play Vassy's full conversation with NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh.  We play Vassy's full conversation with Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development. The Daily Debrief political panel with Tim Powers, Zain Velji, and Tom Mulcair.  Aaron Blake, Senior Political Reporter with The Washington Post on Trump winning the South Carolina GOP. 

Heneka Watkis-Porter here, your host from The Entrepreneurial You podcast and TV show. A warm welcome to all our new listeners and a big shoutout to our dedicated followers – you're truly the heart and soul of our community! Last week was about Unlocking Prosperity: Investing in the Future of the Caribbean with Damie Sinanan. Damie is in the position of Manager of competitiveness and Export Promotion with the Caribbean Export Development Agency. Today, we're talking about all things advancing diversity.  My guest today is Andria Barrett. Andria Barrett is the Founder of The Diversity Agency and is an award-winning Entrepreneur. Her business offers coaching, speaking, training, and consulting services to business owners and non-profit organizations. She is also a Co-Founder of The Banker Ladies Council, which focuses on helping women-led entrepreneurs through mutual aid and teaching cultural sensitivity. She serves as a board member of the Culinary Tourism Alliance, PACE (Project for the Advancement of Childhood Education), and Help A Girl Out (HAGO) and has been appointed as a member of Humber College's Program Advisory Committee (PAC). Andria is a member of the Anti-Racism Advisory Committee with the Peel Regional Police and a famous Judge for awards, including the Canadian SME Awards and Canadian Mortgage Awards. She also leads the SheaMoisture DreamFund Grant program, awarding $50,000 to Black female entrepreneurs in Canada. The Canadian SME named her one of the Most Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders two years in a row, and she was the 2022 Rotman Family Entrepreneur of the Year. Connect with Andria: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andriabarrett/; https://twitter.com/msandriabarrett; https://instagram.com/msandriabarrett Give Away: One copy of the book written by Dr. Caroline Hossein Thank you for joining us today for this enlightening conversation with the incredible Andria Barrett, a true champion of entrepreneurship, diversity, and community empowerment. We hope you found her journey and insights as inspiring as we did.  If you enjoyed today's discussion, please consider subscribing to our podcast and leaving a review. Your feedback is invaluable and helps us continue to bring you meaningful content. Stay tuned for our upcoming episodes, where we will continue to explore diverse topics and feature exceptional individuals who are making a difference. Until next time, remember that your unique journey can create positive change. I am wishing you a prosperous and purpose-driven path ahead. Take care, and we'll catch you in the next episode! For more information, visit our website at henekawatkisporter.com. You'll find show notes and links related to today's episode. Connect with us on social media too! We're active on Heneka Watkis-Porter, sharing behind-the-scenes content, updates, and sneak peeks of what's coming next. Thank you for being a part of our podcast community. Your support fuels my passion, and we can't wait to bring you more exciting guests and discussions in the future. Affirm with me: I am an unstoppable force of entrepreneurship and empowerment. My journey is filled with purpose, and I embrace each challenge as an opportunity to grow and make a positive impact. I am guided by my passion, driven by my vision, and empowered by my actions. With determination and resilience, I create a world where diversity thrives and opportunities abound. I am a catalyst for change, and my journey leaves a legacy of inspiration and transformation. Until next time, stay curious, healthy, and tuned to The Entrepreneurial You podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-entrepreneurial-you/message

Hello, everyone! Heneka Watkis-Porter here, your host from The Entrepreneurial You podcast and TV show. A warm welcome to all our new listeners and a big shoutout to our dedicated followers – you're truly the heart and soul of our community! In our previous episode, we delved into Achieving Excellence in General Insurance: Insights from Sheraley Bridgeman. Today, hang around to hear how the Caribbean Export Development Agency is facilitating investment into the region. My guest today is Damie Sinanan. Damie is the position of Manager – Competitiveness and Export Promotion with the Caribbean Export Development Agency. His major area of focus is trade and export promotion and works very closely with the private sector in the Caribbean. He has over 15 years' experience in the field of export promotion having previously held posts at exporTT – the official trade promotion agency of Trinidad and Tobago and the Inter-American Development Bank. Damie holds a B.Sc and M.Sc in Economics from the University of the West Indies. He is currently completing his PHD in Economics with U.W.I. St Augustine, with an emphasis on Trade. Today we are going to speak on Caribbean Investment Forum, the epicenter and hub where stakeholders come together to exchange ideas, acquire knowledge, make preparations, and ultimately solidify business and investment agreements that propel the region toward the realization of a dynamic and transformative Caribbean future. Thank you, Damie Sinanan, for sharing your valuable insights and expertise with us today. It's been an enlightening conversation, and we're excited to witness the incredible developments in the Caribbean region, driven by innovative projects like the hybrid wind and solar farm, the empowering Agro-Industrial Park, and the influx of regional investments. Your perspective has provided a glimpse into the promising future of the Caribbean. To our listeners, stay tuned for more exciting converations, right here on The Entrepreneurial You podast. For more information, visit our website at henekawatkisporter.com. You'll find show notes and links related to today's episode.Connect with us on social media too! We're active on Heneka Watkis-Porter, where we share behind-the-scenes content, updates, and sneak peeks of what's coming up next.Thank you for being a part of our podcast community. Your support fuels my passion, and we can't wait to bring you more exciting guests and discussions in the future.Affirm with me: You are capable, resilient, and full of potential. Embrace each day with confidence and determination, knowing that you have the strength to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. Your journey is a testament to your inner power, and you are on the path to success. Keep moving forward with unwavering belief in yourself, and you will continue to make a positive impact on your life and those around you.Until next time, stay curious, stay healthy, and stay tuned to The Entrepreneurial You podcast.Keep up with me:⁠https://www.facebook.com/henekawatkisporter/⁠ ⁠https://twitter.com/TheEntrepYou⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/heneka_watkis_porter/⁠ ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/henekawatkisporter/⁠ ⁠https://youtube.com/user/Heneka2010⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@theentrepreneurialyou?_t=8WskBZHzO0T&_r=1⁠ ⁠https://www.henekawatkisporter.com/teypodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-entrepreneurial-you/message

It's a new era on Canusa Street, as newly anointed co-host Beth Burke takes the reigns from Scotty Greenwood to join Chris for a conversation with Canadian Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade Mary Ng. Tune in for a wide-ranging discussion on inclusive trade, female representation in government, and people-oriented policy. 

Small businesses make Canada's economy go round. In episode two of Future Forward, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade, and Economic Development Mary Ng talks to Sasha Krstic from Mastercard Canada about what Canada must do to enable the growth of SMEs. It all comes down to boosting competitiveness, ensuring inclusive growth, and facilitating digital adoption. Read the full interview and key takeaways: https://bit.ly/45eAlbs More from this Series: https://thefutureeconomy.ca/content-series/future-forward-with-sasha-krstic/ Subscribe for exclusive previews of upcoming episodes and updates on new releases: https://bit.ly/3ri2IUu Follow us on social media: https://linkin.bio/thefutureeconomy.ca ===== About TheFutureEconomy.ca ===== TheFutureEconomy.ca is a Canadian online media outlet and thought leadership platform that produces interviews, panels and op-eds featuring leaders from industry, government, academia and more to define a strong vision for our future economy. Our content emphasizes our interviewees' insights and calls-to-action on what we must do now to improve the competitiveness and sustainability of Canada's future economy. Check out our website: https://thefutureeconomy.ca/ #canadianbusiness #entrepreneurship #canadianSMEs #economicoutlook #maryng #canadiangovernment

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, will be speaking at the launch of the newly formed Canada ASEAN Business and Trade Association (CABTA) in Toronto, ON.Minister Ng will meet with the partners and board members of the association, whose membership spans from the various countries represented in Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The launch represents a new opportunity to encourage broader collaboration in business and trade between Canada and the Indo-Pacific regions.

Coalition Asks Lawmakers to Fund Export Promotion Programs

This week's podcast looks at the potential of Canada's corporate midmarket from the perspective of government. Mario's guest, the Hon. Mary Ng, is Canada's Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development. Minister Ng and Mario speak about federal programs to help businesses expand internationally, initiatives that promote women entrepreneurs, opportunities surrounding the transition to the green economy and our trading relationships with the U.S., Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Despite turbulent global headwinds - Canada is investing $24 million to establish a new Canadian Trade Gateway in Southeast Asia – right here in Singapore. With Singapore and Canada looking to work more closely,  how crucial are climate plans to Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy? Mary Ng, Canadian Minister for International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development shares her perspective.    [Find Us on Podcast Platforms] Awedio | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | OmnyStudio   [Contact Us] Presenter: Lynlee Foo Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)   [More Podcast from MoneyFM89.3] Breakfast with Lynlee Foo, Ryan Huang and Rachel Kelly Your Money with Michelle Martin The Afternoon Update with Hongbin Jeong Drive Time with Elliott Danker, Timothy Go & Chua Tian Tian Friday Night LIVE with Neil Humphreys & Dan Koh Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil Humphreys News Headlines from The Straits Times presented by MONEY FM 89.3 Financial Updates from The Business Times presented by MONEY FM 89.3 Budget Preview by KPMG Money FactSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Honourable Mary Ng will attend the National Black Canadians Summit in Halifax. The Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade talks with us about the Black Entrepreneurship Program.

Stefan Keyes, filling in for Evan Solomon, discusses the latest in Patrick Brown's disqualification from the Conservative leadership race. On today's show:  Christine Rodriguez, a Montrealer whose curly hair has been searched at Canadian airports three times since May. Tom Mulcair, CTV political analyst and former NDP leader, on Patrick Brown's disqualification. Daniele Hamamdjian, CTV National News London News Bureau Correspondent, on British PM Boris Johnson announcing his resignation. Overhyped v. Underplayed with Scott Reid, CTV News political commentator and former communications director for Prime Minister Paul Martin. Bob Beckett, former fire chief for Langford on Vancouver Island, on a volunteer group he organized that just returned from a humanitarian mission in Ukraine. Mary Ng, Canada's Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, on Canada and the United States announcing the removal of all US tariffs on Canadian solar products. Stephen Tauro, communications and information lead with Calgary Transit, on the new karaoke bus rolling into Calgary.  

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Victor Perton, founder of the Australian Leadership Project and the Center for Optimism.  He explains that, according to researchers, optimism is the trait most associated with a healthy longevity. He shares his vision of promoting tools to become more optimistic. He has found two tools in particular to be very useful: getting people to talk about what they want to be in 5 years and storytelling. Victor Perton is the Chief Optimism Officer of The Centre for Optimism.   The offspring of stateless refugees from the Baltics, Victor's early working years were spent in the law, politics and public policy culminating in 18 years in the legislature. After politics, Victor worked as Commissioner to the Americas working across North and South America on Foreign Direct Investment and Export Promotion.  This was followed by service as Senior Advisor to the Australian G20 Presidency. Returning to Melbourne, Victor was surprised by the negativity around leadership and increasing levels of anxiety and depression on our community.  This led to the founding of The Australian Leadership Project and, after a Eureka moment, the founding of its offspring The Centre for Optimism. For more information, visit: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Victor Perton, founder of the Australian Leadership Project and the Center for Optimism.  He explains that, according to researchers, optimism is the trait most associated with a healthy longevity. He shares his vision of promoting tools to become more optimistic. He has found two tools in particular to be very useful: getting people to talk about what they want to be in 5 years and storytelling.Victor Perton is the Chief Optimism Officer of The Centre for Optimism.   The offspring of stateless refugees from the Baltics, Victor's early working years were spent in the law, politics and public policy culminating in 18 years in the legislature. After politics, Victor worked as Commissioner to the Americas working across North and South America on Foreign Direct Investment and Export Promotion.  This was followed by service as Senior Advisor to the Australian G20 Presidency. Returning to Melbourne, Victor was surprised by the negativity around leadership and increasing levels of anxiety and depression on our community.  This led to the founding of The Australian Leadership Project and, after a Eureka moment, the founding of its offspring The Centre for Optimism. For more information, visit: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Victor Perton, founder of the Australian Leadership Project and the Center for Optimism. He shares how his life's work shifted from law and politics to a focus on how to develop greater optimism. He learned that few people are made optimistic by leadership or work, but instead by having faith in something. He explains that simple habits – e.g., adding more walking and movement to your daily routine, greeting people you encounter, and asking positive questions like ‘what's been the best thing in your day?' – can make you feel more optimistic as well as those around you. Victor Perton is the Chief Optimism Officer of The Centre for Optimism.   The offspring of stateless refugees from the Baltics, Victor's early working years were spent in the law, politics and public policy culminating in 18 years in the legislature. After politics, Victor worked as Commissioner to the Americas working across North and South America on Foreign Direct Investment and Export Promotion.  This was followed by service as Senior Advisor to the Australian G20 Presidency. Returning to Melbourne, Victor was surprised by the negativity around leadership and increasing levels of anxiety and depression on our community.  This led to the founding of The Australian Leadership Project and, after a Eureka moment, the founding of its offspring The Centre for Optimism. For more information, visit: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Victor Perton, founder of the Australian Leadership Project and the Center for Optimism. He shares how his life's work shifted from law and politics to a focus on how to develop greater optimism. He learned that few people are made optimistic by leadership or work, but instead by having faith in something. He explains that simple habits – e.g., adding more walking and movement to your daily routine, greeting people you encounter, and asking positive questions like ‘what's been the best thing in your day?' – can make you feel more optimistic as well as those around you.Victor Perton is the Chief Optimism Officer of The Centre for Optimism.   The offspring of stateless refugees from the Baltics, Victor's early working years were spent in the law, politics and public policy culminating in 18 years in the legislature. After politics, Victor worked as Commissioner to the Americas working across North and South America on Foreign Direct Investment and Export Promotion.  This was followed by service as Senior Advisor to the Australian G20 Presidency. Returning to Melbourne, Victor was surprised by the negativity around leadership and increasing levels of anxiety and depression on our community.  This led to the founding of The Australian Leadership Project and, after a Eureka moment, the founding of its offspring The Centre for Optimism. For more information, visit: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/

Central Asia is a region known historically as a major trade hub along the ancient Silk Road, connecting major markets in China, India, Russia and Europe. Its strategic location gives rise to significant geopolitical challenges in trade and security. How are trade policies being implemented on the ground to promote peace and security? How can public-private partnership be leveraged to promote resilience? To help answer these questions, this episode features Mr. Dilshod Akbarov, Project Manager of Aid for Trade, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) for Central Asia, and Mr. Bakhtiyor Shodiev, Managing Partner and Co-founder of Jahon Exim Group LLC, Uzbekistan, who share with the audience their experiences and insights from the policy level and the ground. Jahon Exim Group LLC is a producer and exporter of dried fruits in Uzbekistan, and is one of the SMEs engaged in the regional partnership platform – ‘Central Asian Working Group on Export Promotion of Agricultural Produce' (CAWG) a joint project between UNDP, UNECE, GIZ and Hilfswerk International.   Guests: Dilshod Akbarov, Project Manager of Aid for Trade at UNDP for Central Asia, and Bakhtiyor Shodiev, Managing Partner and co-founder of Jahon Exim Group LLC in Uzbekistan. Host: - Mr. Axel M. Addy, former Minister of Commerce and Industry and Chief Negotiator of Liberia's accession to the WTO.

With the recent changes in government, Canada is looking out for small businesses. In a move to better serve Canada's small businesses, the Canadian government announced that it will be adapting its measures.We recently chatted with Hon. Mary Ng, P.C., M.P. Canada's Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development. From promoting Canada to the world as a great place to do business to help our entrepreneurs and businesses stay competitive and access new markets to ushering in an inclusive and sustainable recovery from COVID-19 – Minister Ng is focused on helping Canadians succeed. She has done some remarkable work to empower women entrepreneurs and is truly an inspiration. In this podcast, Minister Ng highlighted the most pressing needs and challenges of small businesses and how will proactive government policy affect Canada's economy moving forward, she also shared what should Canadian SMEs be doing to prepare for the next economic down cycle

Jacky Rosen is in her first term as a U.S. Senator from Nevada. Since taking office in 2019, she has pushed for more support for women in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math, and she currently serves as chair on the Senate Subcommittee on Tourism, Trade, and Export Promotion.

Victor Perton is the Founder and Chief Optimism Officer at the Centre for Optimism, an offshoot of the Australian Leadership Project. Comprised of over 3500 leaders in 65 countries, the Centre for Optimism aims to help leaders combat negativity by asking the question “what makes you Optimistic?”. A respected author, speaker, moderator, barrister and researcher, Victor uses his extensive experience to inspire leaders around the world to lead with joy, optimism and self-mastery. Victor joins us on our latest podcast episode to discuss his take on optimism, including: • Why it's important to find your own personal source of optimism, rather than seeking an external model to follow • How optimism fits in to the seven key mindsets of design thinking and why optimism is key for innovation • The difference between unrealistic optimism and intelligent optimism • Simple techniques you can use as a leader to boost your team's optimism as well as your own • The benefits of positive governance and the importance of bringing positivity into the boardroom Known for his leadership strategy, public policy and corporate governance, Victor spent 18 years in the Victorian Parliament before becoming Commissioner to the Americas on Foreign Direct Investment and Export Promotion and serving as Senior Advisor to the Australian G20 Presidency. He now spends his time facilitating roundtables, conferences, and panels to inspire leaders to be more optimistic, while furthering his research into the complexities of leadership in Australia. Read more about Victor at the Centre for Optimism website: https://www.centreforoptimism.com/Victor-Perton Follow us: @_nakedambition www.naked-ambition.com.au

This episode of Export Nation, features the North Carolina District Export Council (DEC) Chair, Audrey Garrett, and North Carolina DEC member, Paul Wyatt. We're also joined by Shirreef Loza, director of U.S. Commercial Service Raleigh. We discuss how the North Carolina DEC contributes its leadership and international trade expertise to complement the U.S. Commercial Services export promotion efforts and more.

Health and wellbeing has become central to many of our lives with health-conscious consumers demanding natural products made with pure and simple ingredients. Immune health has garnered particular attention owing to the COVID-19 pandemic and the desire for people to choose functional foods that help support their immune system. The Caribbean has historically been a tropical haven for a range of plant-based or natural ingredients. It's therefore no surprise that the region is seeing a surge in demand for these natural products. With increased demand, the question of sustainability becomes of paramount importance, not only in terms of preserving the quality and potency of the product during production, but also ensuring farmers and local communities are not compromised or marginalised but in fact benefit from the surge in demand. In this podcast we hear from academics, food and drink industry experts and Caribbean exporters on the functional benefits of seamoss, more commonly known as Irish moss, turmeric, moringa, ginger and other natural products including gluten free flours and tropical fruit pulps and spices on what the Caribbean is doing to ensure sustainable practices and how indigenous communities are supported in meeting this growing trend for immune health. About our panel Natasha Edwin- Walcott, Senior Advisor, Competitiveness and Export Promotion Caribbean Export Development Agency Natasha is a Trade Advisor with over 12 years' experience in multilateral and regional trade policy. She is the Senior Advisor, Competitiveness and Export Promotion at Caribbean Export Development Agency where her role involves assisting SMEs to become more competitive, become export ready and take their products to market. She has worked at the OECS Trade Mission in Geneva Switzerland, advocating and defending OECS Member State interests before the World Trade Organisation, UNCTAD and other International Organisations. She is also a former employee of Invest Saint Lucia working in investment promotion. Natasha holds a BA in Politics and International Relations, an MA in Globalisation, Development and Transition both from the University of Westminster, UK, and a Post Graduate Certificate in International Management from the University of Liverpool. She is passionate about international affairs and economic development. Ms Kareema Muncey, Owner and Managing Director, Home Choice Enterprise Ltd Ms. Muncey is the owner and Managing Director of Home Choice Enterprise Ltd. She started the company 22 years ago from a bag on her back, selling her first and signature product of Home Choice, peppered shrimp. She never gave up on herself or faith in God and now Home Choice is an award-winning brand and Ms. Muncey is arguably an emerging voice for small businesses in the food manufacturing industry. Dr Damian Cohall, Deputy Dean and a Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology, University of the West Indies Dr. Damian Cohall is a Jamaican born pharmacologist who joined the Faculty of the Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies (UWI), Cave Hill in 2008. He is currently the Deputy Dean (Preclinical Sciences) and a Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology at the university and has profound research interests in Ethnopharmacology and Pharmacognosy. In 2014, he published a book through the UWI Press entitled “Medicinal Plants of Barbados for the Treatment of Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases”. Most recently, he co-authored the chapter “Pharmacodynamics -A Pharmacognosy Perspective” in a book entitled Pharmacognosy: Fundamentals and Strategy, Elsevier: In Press. He also maintains an active research interest in cardiovascular risk profiling and medical education, and has published successfully in those areas. He is also a member of the Editorial Board of the West Indian Medical Journal. Umeeda Switlo, President, Naledo Belize Ltd. Umeeda first went to Belize to volunteer with the Belizean government through CUSO International to share her business skills with youth. While in Belize, Umeeda traveled the country and met other people of Indian ancestry. She learned the story of how their ancestors had come to the country as indentured servants over 200 years ago. As they were sharing stories, of course cooking came up; one farmer showed her the turmeric that grew wild on his land. Their ancestors had brought the golden root with them! It was the most vivid orange and the best quality Umeeda had ever seen! After months of experimenting, she came up with the recipe for the world's first wildcrafted, whole root turmeric paste – Truly Turmeric. We decided to build a social enterprise that would support growers to earn extra income, employ youth, improve health around the world, and produce products sustainably. Our company's name comes from the district in Belize where our turmeric is sourced, Toledo and Nareena's name… Na + ledo = Naledo. Embarrassing for her daughter, Nareena, proud mom bragging rights for Umeeda.

The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Confronting Anti-Asian Racism in Canada Since the beginning of COVID-19, we had seen a rise in anti-Asian racism in Canada. Research from the University of Toronto showed that reports of anti-Asian discriminatory incidents had more than tripled over the last year. During the 2021 Asian Heritage Month, The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade and Eileen Park, Founder and Filmmaker at Anecdotia Media joined the Empire Club podium as they reflected on their own experiences, shared their perspectives, and discussed how all Canadians can come together to fight anti-Asian racism. Panelists: The Honourable Mary Ng, Canada's Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade Eileen Park Robertson, Filmmaker at Anecdotia Media *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.*

Physicians Dr. Naheed Dosani, Dr. Monika Dutt, Dr. Hakique Virani discuss how the 14 months of the coronavirus pandemic can inform how to move forward. Vinyl Nation filmmakers, Kevin Smokler and Christopher Boone share about the revival of vinyl captured in their 92-minute documentary. It one of the 80 films screening online as part of NorthWest Film Festival (May 6-16). Federal Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade, Honourable Mary Ng,  discusses how the federal budget could fight COVID-19, support jobs and growth, and invest in a sustainable economic recovery. A Calgary-based physician has taken to Twitter to highlight Albertans doing good during the pandemic. Dr. Fiona Mattatall explains why she took to the social media to celebrate the helpers during COVID-19. 15:22 - COVID-19 lessons shared by physicians 42:54 - Vinyl Nation filmmakers 1:23:40 - Hon. Mary Ng 1:44:09 - Dr. Fiona Mattatall

U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), Chair of the Subcommittee on Tourism, Trade, and Export Promotion convened a hearing today, April 13, 2021 titled, “The State of Travel and Tourism During COVID,” This hearing examined the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the travel and tourism industry, with a particular focus on the hotels, conventions, and the broader hospitality industry. It will also review the regional impacts of COVID on tourist-heavy economies and those communities disproportionately affected by the pandemic's resulting economic downturn . Witnesses had the opportunity to provide their insights surrounding these critical issues, as well as discuss solutions for supporting and revitalizing the travel and tourism industry moving forward. Witnesses: Mr. Steve Hill, CEO and President, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Mr. Jorge Perez, Regional Portfolio President, MGM Resorts International Ms. Carol Dover, President and CEO, Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Ms. Tori Emerson Barnes, Executive Vice President, Public Affairs and Policy, U.S. Travel Association --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/etn/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/etn/support

The Honourable Mary Ng was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Markham—Thornhill in April 2017 and was appointed Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion in July 2018. She was then re-elected in October 2019, and was appointed Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade in November 2019. Mary is a devoted community leader who has always believed in the power of public service, with 20 years of experience in the areas of education, women's leadership, job creation, and entrepreneurship. Mary immigrated to Canada from Hong Kong with her family when she was very young, and grew up in her family's small business – she knows first-hand the challenges and opportunities that many new Canadians face. Mary is committed to working with Justin Trudeau to grow and strengthen our middle class, and she understands what it takes to ensure well-paying jobs for the hard-working people in Markham—Thornhill.   The Women Leadership Nation, Breaking Barriers Podcast is committed to helping women break barriers through the power of storytelling, self-awareness, and knowledge sharing. We started this podcast as a platform for women to share their journeys, experiences, and insights so that we can learn and grow from one another. We hope you enjoyed this episode and would love for you to subscribe to our podcast! Also, we hope you will follow us on our journey thru Instagram at @LadouceurJennifer! Thanks for listening and welcome to the Women Leadership Nation community!  Together we can break barriers! www.WomenLeadershipNation.com  

Small and medium-sized businesses are continuing to grapple with the economic impacts of the pandemic. In this episode of Crisis to Resilience, we learn about the importance of building digital skills in Canadian small businesses to support long-term growth and resilience. You'll hear from the Hon. Mary Ng, Canadian Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, Tabatha Bull, President & CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, Dax Dasilva, CEO of Lightspeed, Neil McLaughlin, Group Head, Personal & Commercial Banking at RBC and Sabrina Geremia, VP & Country Manager, Google Canada.

In episode 12, Erin chats with Hon. Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, and Member of Parliament for Markham–Thornhill. They discuss “virtual trade missions,” the federal government's export diversification strategy, and the importance of breaking down trade barriers.

Miki Velemirovich, President of Cargo, had a chat with Honourable Mary Ng Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade, and discussed export promotion, women entrepreneurship.

Mornings with Simi with guest host Jill Bennett Chapter 1: We just wrapped up the Democratic National Convention last week when Joe Biden officially became the representative who will run against President Donald Trump in November. Well now the Republican National Convention is getting underway.  Guest: Reggie Cecchini, Global News Washington Correspondent Chapter 2: The federal government will conduct virtual consultations in BC with small business owners today as they continue to struggle in the face of the pandemic.  So what are they going to do for businesses that won't see customers coming back any time soon, like in the tourism sector?  Guest: Mary Ng,  federal Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade Chapter 3: Was it a surprise ending for some Conservatives?  The leadership race lasted late into the night and Erin O'Toole came out as the new leader of the Federal Conservatives. Guest: Global News National Political Correspondent Abigail Bimman Chapter 4: After months of looking like he had the leadership in the bag, Peter MacKay had to shake Erin O'Tooles hand last night as the latter became the new leader of the federal Conservative party.  Guest: Alise Mills, Conservative Commentator Chapter 5: The Canada Emergency Revenue Benefit was a crucial stop-gap measure to help over a millions Canadians who were suddenly out of a job when the pandemic began - but now it's being replaced by a number of different programs. Guest:  Carla Qualtrough, federal minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion Chapter 6: The Boys and Girls Club gives kids somewhere to go after school, but how is that going to work with all the learning groups and physical distancing requirements right now? Guest: Carolyn Tuckwell, CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Vancouver. Chapter 7: Businesses in the fishing industry can apply for almost half-a-billion dollars in federal aid beginning today.  Bernadette Jordan is the Minister of the Department of Fisheries and she joins us this morning to talk about who is eligible and whether more help might be on the horizon if this continues. Guest: Bernadette Jordan, Minister of the Department of Fisheries.

The future post-covid will look very different, but places like Innisfil are primed to not just survive, but thrive. This episode will hear from Minister Mary Ng and other leaders about how rural innovation could save the economy.Make sure to follow us online at @Innisfilecdev on Twitter and Instagram as well as visit www.innisfilaccelerates.ca for more details.This week's guests: Minister Mary Ng ( Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade), Mayor Lynn Dollin (Innisfil mayor), Leyland Cecco (award-winning journalist, Guardian), Jason Reynar (Chief Administrative Officer, Innisfil) and Alexander Josephson (award-winning architect, PARTISANS).

The impact of COVID-19 on small and medium sized businesses has been enormous. The Recovery Project is pleased to be joined by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade, Rachel Bendayan MP to discuss the current steps the government has taken to assist SMEs, future action, and how the support differs for each sector.

Rachel Bendayan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, in a conversation with leading entrepreneurs, Bobbie Racette, Founder & CEO at Virtual Gurus; Dr Franziska Broell, CEO at Motryx; Stephany Lapierre, CEO at tealbook; and Jennifer Wagner, President at CarbonCure Technologies."I think we're going to get through this, and we'll get through it by government and the private sector working together and doing whatever it takes in order to get our Canadian economy back on track. I hope that you feel the support of the government and that you know that we're behind you 100 percent in this. Let me just say that I'm here, I'm listening, and we know that the work is not over.""If there's one thing that I think has been a theme it's the importance of adapting and changing your business model in a crisis situation. And we've seen a lot of very small businesses and startups do that very successfully."–Rachel BendayanOriginally Recorded on April 30, 2020. Click here to join future roundtables.

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In this special series we speak to inspiring women role models from different backgrounds who share their views and advice for dealing with the period of anxiety and uncertainty we currently find ourselves in due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Minister Ng was elected as MP for the riding of Markham-Thornhill in April 2017. She was named Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade in 2019. With 20 years of experience in the areas of education, women's leadership, job creation, and entrepreneurship, she is also responsible for the Federal Government's Women Entrepreneurship Strategy. We spoke to Minister Ng about the measures put in place by the Trudeau government to support Canadian businesses affected by Covid-19 and we discussed what this means for women entrepreneurs specifically. Minister Ng shared insights and advice for female founders on how to maximize resiliency and innovation in a time of crisis. She also addressed what additional measures will be available for companies who until now did not qualify for part of the government's relief plan which we welcome as great news for women at the helm of a startup and all entrepreneurs who started their business less than a year ago!This season of The Brand is Female is brought to you by TD Bank - Women Entrepreneurs. TD is proud to support women entrepreneurs and help them achieve success and growth through its program of educational workshops, financing and mentorship opportunities! Find out how you can benefit from their support!

In this episode we look at some of the measures the government has announced to help small and medium sized businesses, plus one politician has returned to the frontlines as an ER nurse, why?  Then we'll talk to a professor who has come up with a free online course to help people cope with their anxiety during this pandemic. Guests: Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade; MPP Natalia Kusendova, Mississauga Centre; Steve Joordens, professor of psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Global Exchange Podcast, we are rebroadcasting the Wrap Up Armchair Discussion from our March 10, 3rd Annual, Canada's State of Trade Conference. The discussion was moderated by Allison Gifford and featured Rachel Bendayan, Randy Hoback, and Brian Masse. The Global Exchange is part of the CGAI Podcast Network. Subscribe to the CGAI Podcast Network on SoundCloud, iTunes, or wherever else you can find Podcasts! Bios:

 - Colin Robertson (host): A former Canadian diplomat, Colin Robertson is Vice President of the Canadian Global Affairs Institute.

 - Allison Gifford: Director of Public Affairs, UPS. - Rachel Bendayan: LPC MP for Outremont, Parliamentary Secretary for Small Business, Export Promotion, and International Trade. - Randy Hoback: CPC MP for Prince Albert, on the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade. - Brian Masse: NDP MP for Windsor West, on the House of Commons Standing Committee on Industry, Science, and Technology. Recommended Readings/Media: - “Queen of the South” [Netflix series] (https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/80107369) - “Apex Legends” [video game] (https://www.ea.com/games/apex-legends) Recommended Links: - “3rd Annual Canada's State of Trade Conference” (https://www.cgai.ca/3rd_annual_canadas_state_of_trade_conference)
 Recording Date: March 10, 2020 Give 'The Global Exchange' a review on iTunes! Follow the Canadian Global Affairs Institute on Facebook, Twitter (@CAGlobalAffairs), or on Linkedin. Head over to our website www.cgai.ca for more commentary. Produced by Jay Rankin. Music credits to Drew Phillips.

Last week, Canada 2020 hosted it's 5th Annual Health Innovation Summit, bringing together key representatives from across the health system to expose how advancements in technology and investments in innovation help improve health outcomes and reduce costs. Here's what you can expect from Part 2 of this episode of 2020 live: Presentation: Stepping into the Future of Treatment & Care in CanadaElizabeth Toller, Executive Director, Regulatory Innovation, Health CanadaDavid Lee, Chief Regulatory Officer, Health Canada In ConversationThe Hon. Mary NG, Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade In Conversation: Adopting Innovation on the Front LinesAlex Munter, President & CEO, CHEOJodi Butts, Independent Board Member

Mary Ng is the Member of Parliament (MP) for Markham-Thornhill & Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion. She is a trailblazer as one of the first Chinese Canadian female cabinet ministers. And, she is a self-proclaimed fan of my Blog (What What?). She was out in Vancouver and wanted to meet me. So we had coffee, chatting about our family and our shared hopes and dreams for empowering the future generation of Asian-Canadians.

The official launch of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) takes place on Thursday April 25th, 2019 at Metro Hall, 55 John Street at 6:00pm with guest panelists Nadia Theodore, Consul General of Canada to the Southeastern United States, Ron Busby, President/CEO of the U.S Black Chambers and Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion. “I always say that we must ‘see it to be it' and so the importance of an ecosystem and network that will encourage and support the proliferation and success of Black-owned and Black-led businesses cannot be overstated,” says Ng. The focus of the evening's discussion will include: · Breaking Down Barriers To Growth · Supporting Black Entrepreneurship · Investing In Black-owned Businesses · Access to Capital & Funders · U.S & Global Trade The Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce is committed to aiding in the growth, development and success of Black businesses across the country. “The goal of the Chamber is to be the national voice of Black Canadian businesses and entrepreneurs,” explains founder Michael Forrest, president of Forrest Management Group. “We are dedicated to building a prosperous Black Canadian community.” More than 150 guests and dignitaries will attend the inaugural CBCC celebration – among the invited guests: Black Business Professional Association (BBPA), Afro Caribbean Business Network (ACBN), ByBlacks.com, The Jamaican-Canadian Association and Caribbean African Canadian Social Services. “I'm excited about the opportunities that the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce can provide to Canadian businesses, especially as they seek to grow in the U.S. market and globally,” said Consul General Nadia Theodore. Adds U.S Black Chambers President Ron Busby, “Without a doubt, it will serve as a key resource to Black Canadian entrepreneurs.” A 2015 survey by the BBPA Council Advisory Body of the City of Toronto found that Black businesses who participated were predominantly self-employed (48%) and 32% of them employed two to five individuals. Only 1 % employed at least 101 employees. With a population of approximately 200, 000 in the GTA who identify as Black, there is a need for an organization like the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce to assist in growth, development and networking – not only in Toronto – but across the country. Affiliate CBCC chapters will be launching in other provinces in the coming weeks. Michael Forrest – Founder – Canadian Black Chamber Of Commerce Recently, Michael Forrest, founder of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce, was on our show. During our conversation, Mr. Forrest talked about: – Some of his background and some of his career including when did he decide to become an entrepreneur – The history behind the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce – The four C's: Community, Culture, Centres, Commerce – The response of other organizations when they reached out to them – Some of the challenges that Black Canadians face when starting a business – Some of the resources and services that the Chamber is planning to equip Black Canadians with – The diversity on their board – Some of the special guests attending the April 25th launch – “Canada, the north star of the Black renaissance.” – The Chamber's plans to expand across Canada – The measures of success in the next year for the organization – That it is a great time for Black Canadians to consider entrepreneurship – How does a well run Chamber work You can find our more information about the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce via: Website Twitter Facebook  Instagram Linkedin Canadian Black Chamber Of Commerce Official Launch – April 25, 2019 – Toronto, Ontario Please feel free to email The Dr. Vibe Show™ at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Visit The Dr. Vibe Show™ at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe