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We know that the Electric Vehicle boom is well underway but what is the state of the EV charger network in Canada? How vast is it today and is it developed enough to support mass EV adoption in this country? In this episode, Kenrick is joined by Christopher Misch, Founder and CEO of ChargerQuest, an emerging Canadian EV charging company that is focused on turnkey EV infrastructure servicing hospitality, real estate, commercial businesses, high traffic hubs and more. Christopher and Kenrick di...

What is the true value of gold? Is it its scarcity or utility as a store of value? Benoit La Salle, President & CEO of Aya Gold & Silver joins Kenrick to explain why gold is so difficult to find, so difficult to produce, and why it is recognized as a true store of value. They also discuss silver’s value as both an industrial metal and a precious metal and how a push for a “greener” environment should further drive silver demand going forward. Benoit also talks about h...

The inflection point for decarbonization is upon us, but how prepared is our power infrastructure for this new world order? When the Internet of things (IoT), and the electrification of everything from homes to schools to the workplace, is combined with floods, droughts, tropical storms, wildfires, and other looming catastrophic weather events, there's never been a more crucial time to scrutinize the current state of the aging electric grid. Peter Londa, CEO of Tantalus systems joins Kenrick ...

If we've learned anything over the last few years it's how much air quality and circulation can impact our lives, especially when it comes to respiratory conditions and communicable diseases in the workplace. In this episode, Kenrick is joined by the co-CEO of Poppy Health, Sam Molyneux, to discuss the incredible technology that is tackling airborne infection control and how it can potentially change global commercial and public indoor spaces as we know it. Sam comes armed with an e...

How does mining impact the world's shift to a "greener economy"? Kenrick Sylvestre is joined by Nicole Adshead-Bell, Lead Director at Bravo Mining Corp, to discuss the future of mining given the robust demand for key battery metals driven by electric vehicle adoption. They also discuss Brazil's role as a global leader in mining, the impact of the new/old Lula political regime, if promoting a greener future is at odds with the mining industry, and whether or not the country itself is...

How much of a role does technology have in building a community? For Joseph Nakhla, Founder and CEO at Tribe Property Technologies, not only is technology an essential part of managing a multifamily residential property, but it is also key to addressing the needs of property managers, landlords, and property owners alike. Kenrick is joined by Joseph to discuss urbanization trends in both Canada and the United States, how "unaffordable housing" is pushing new families to the condo market or mu...

Becoming a successful entrepreneur is a unique journey for women as the statistics show that there are STILL significant, systemic challenges for females looking to run their own business. Since the pandemic began there's been a “boom” in female self-starters looking for work-life balance and a career that fulfills them. So why are there still so many barriers to entry for these emerging business leaders? Kenrick is joined by Robin Kovitz the CEO of Baskits, a specialty retailer that designs,...

The Oil and Gas sector has never been under more scrutiny than it is today. With renewable or “green” energy at the forefront of people's minds and the war in Russia creating high oil prices and a surge in gasoline prices at the pump, there are a lot of questions surrounding the carbon-based natural resources that keep our world running. Kenrick is joined by Joel MacLeod, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Tidewater Midstream and Tidewater Renewables to unpack the many complexities of th...

What does it mean to be a successful entrepreneur? Kenrick is joined by Justin Thouin, Co-Founder at LowestRates.ca, to discuss his journey as an entrepreneur and how the company he started, LowestRates.ca, is saving billions of dollars for Canadians on car insurance, mortgages and more. They dissect the different kinds of entrepreneurs (innovator, imitator, large, small, scaleup, social, etc.) and whether entrepreneurs are typically problem solvers or risk-takers. Justin also addresses an ar...

Approximately 3 million used vehicles are sold annually in Canada which represents a $40 Billion used auto market. The average life expectancy of a car continues to increase, and it seems like there's never been a better time for Canadians to own a car, especially during a time when public transit no longer feels like a safe option. Todd Hudson, CEO of Axis Auto Finance, joins Kenrick Sylvestre to discuss Axis's leadership in the vehicle finance space, and how its customers can actually ...