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Smriti Pratishruti is the Owner and Founder of PawzNDogz.  In this episode, Smriti focuses on the importance of persistence, innovation in pet enrichment.

The post How Persistence Built a Pet Business That Won’t Quit with Smriti Pratishruti first appeared on Startup Canada.

Kathy Tran-Riese is the Founder of Kay Tran Eyewear. In this episode, Kathy shares her journey of creating stylish and inclusive eyewear designed specifically for individuals with low nose bridges. She discusses the importance of embracing niche markets, the challenges of launching a product, and the evolution of her business.

The post Ignored by the Market: Building for the Overlooked Customer with Kathy Tran-Riese first appeared on Startup Canada.

Mandy Potter, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Misfit Ventures shares her journey as an entrepreneur, her experiences in the startup ecosystem, and her passion for inclusivity in venture capital. She discusses the importance of being a ‘misfit’ and how it can be a strength in entrepreneurship.

The post Investing in Misfits: How Difference Drives Innovation with Mandy Potter first appeared on Startup Canada.

In this episode, Derrick Emsley, Founder and CEO of veritree and tentree emphasizes the need for transparency and verification in tree planting initiatives and shares insights on building a restorative business model that goes beyond mere sustainability.

The post Trees, Technology and Transparency with Derrick Emsley first appeared on Startup Canada.

Joey Dolls is dedicated to celebrating Asian cultures through inclusive play. Samantha Ong is the Founder and in this episode we discuss creating culturally representative dolls, the challenges of manufacturing and the growth of her business since it’s launch in 2023.

The post Redefining Representation Starts with Play with Samantha Ong first appeared on Startup Canada.

In this episode, we speak to Sarah and Jamie of Where I Thrive. They share insights on hiring practices and reflect on their experiences, including the lessons learned from their unsuccessful cafe venture. We focus on the importance of knowing when to quit, the dynamics of decision-making in partnerships, and the significance of taking responsibility in business.

The post Turning Setbacks into Comebacks with Sarah Thompson and Jamie Rigby first appeared on Startup Canada.

In this episode of the Startup Woman podcast, Lori Casselman discusses her journey in launching June Health, a digital health platform focused on supporting midlife women through perimenopause and menopause. She shares insights on the unique challenges women face during this transition, the spectrum of symptoms that can arise, and the importance of reframing the narrative around menopause.

Watch this episode on YouTube.

The post Exploring Menopause and Perimenopause with Lori Casselman first appeared on Startup Canada.