This week’s episode blends economic reality checks with behind-the-scenes dealmaking, negotiation strategy, and the ongoing rebuild at Sinclair Range.

In this episode:

• Canada’s economy contracts 1.6% in Q2 2025, with exports plunging 31% and unemployment hitting its highest level since 2016 (outside the pandemic). Does Mark Carney have a plan?

• A restructuring file where a customer dispute led to insolvency pressures — and how applying my ATMOG negotiation framework turned it into a lifeline.

• The Inner Circle: Deals & Capital is gaining momentum. Nearly 30 founders, executives, investors, and advisors are now on the admitted list. Why the community is working and what’s next.

• Struggles of the week: when banks don’t show, lawyers push liquidation, and you find yourself needing a new enemy.

• End-of-summer reflections: a season of rebuilding, new deals every week, and how Sinclair Range is balancing cash flow, client service, and AI-driven efficiency.