In this episode of Early Days, Janice Krissa Moore, founder of DON'YA Ukraine's Kitchen, shares her inspiring journey from working with Junior Achievement to her humanitarian efforts supporting Ukrainian newcomers. She discusses the free store model that helped thousands of Ukrainians restart their lives in Canada and the creation of DON'YA Ukraine…

In this episode of Early Days, we sit down with Collin Prince of Prince and Associates, a wealth management expert with over 25 years of experience. Collin shares his unique journey from a small town in Saskatchewan to leading his own financial planning firm. He delves into his philosophy of simplifying financial complexities, the importance of emo…

In this episode of Early Days, host Jackie Rae interviews Jason Gregor, a well-known radio personality and entrepreneur, as he shares his journey from the oil fields to the radio waves. Jason opens up about the pivotal moments that led him to pursue a career in broadcasting, the challenges of running his own radio show, and the importance of giving…

From humble beginnings in the trophy business to leading a thriving promotional company, Elite Promotional Marketing, Drew Schamehorn shares his journey of growth, innovation, and community building. Discover insights on expanding a family business, the impact of sports on business, and the future of Elite Promotional Marketing, including their new…

Join us for an insightful episode of Early Days, where we sit down with Brian Menges, CEO of Caplink Financial Corporation and his new brand, SoBankable. Discover how Brian’s journey from Alberta to Mexico has shaped his approach to private mortgage lending. Learn about the innovative strategies that led Caplink to thrive in new markets, the import…

Join host Jackie Rae Greening as she chats with Mike Mack, founder of X5 Management, about his journey from banking to entrepreneurship, the challenges he faced, and his insights on leadership and employee retention. Tune in for an inspiring episode filled with practical advice and personal anecdotes. Early Days with Mike Mack, founder and CEO of X…

Discover Ashif Mawji's incredible journey from Kenya to Canada, his entrepreneurial success, and his dedication to philanthropy. Gain valuable insights and inspiration from his story on Early Days with Ashif Mawji. Early Days with Ashif Mawji features the extraordinary journey of Ashif Mawji, managing partner of ScaleGood Fund. Ashif shares his sto…

Join us on Early Days in part two of this discussion as Mike Calverley shares his journey from transforming the food industry at Kitchen Partners to helping businesses achieve sales excellence at Propellerant Consulting. Gain practical insights and inspiration from his innovative strategies and relentless commitment to excellence. Meet Mike Calverl…

Join us on Early Days as Mike Calverley shares his journey from his early days in the beer industry to transforming the restaurant category at Kitchen Partners. Gain practical insights and inspiration from his innovative strategies and relentless commitment to excellence on Early Days presented by Prowse Chowne. Meet Mike Calverley, the innovative …

Join us on Early Days as we explore the sweet success of Jacqueline Jacek, founder of Jacek Chocolate Couture. Discover how her unique blend of fashion and chocolate crafting has created a pioneering brand that delights and inspires. Meet Jacqueline Jacek, the visionary chocolatier behind Jacek Chocolate Couture, on the next episode of Early Days. …

A beverage filled entrepreneurial journey is on tap in this episode! Join host Jackie Rae Greening on this captivating episode of Early Days as she delves into the conversation with local entrepreneur David Owens of Sherbrooke Liquor. David Owens has enjoyed an entrepreneurial journey of ups and downs that has led him to where he is today. In this …

Join host Jackie Rae Greening in a captivating episode of Early Days as she engages with Rosanna Fischer, the dynamic Co-owner/Vice President of KDM Management Inc. and Co-Owner of three RE/MAX River City brokerages. Discover Rosanna's unwavering commitment to excellence in the workplace and her profound dedication to philanthropy, as she shares in…

Join host Jackie Rae Greening on this captivating episode of Early Days as she delves into the rich history and promising future of the sign industry with esteemed guests, Daryl and Taylor Blanchett. Daryl Blanchett, a stalwart figure in the sign industry, shares his journey from being born into the legacy of Blanchett Neon to assuming the role of …

In this episode of the Early Days podcast, host Jackie Rae-Greening sits down with Grant Fedoruk, a tenacious physiotherapist and community leader renowned for his unwavering commitment to overcoming challenges. Tune in as Grant shares insights into his remarkable journey from a competitive athlete to a dedicated healer, discussing his diverse cert…

Join host Jackie Rae-Greening on the Early Days podcast as she sits down with Sam Jenkins, the visionary entrepreneur behind Punchcard Systems, delving into his journey of spearheading innovation in technology, healthcare, and energy for Alberta's businesses. Discover the man beyond the entrepreneur, as Sam shares insights into his extensive commun…

Host Jackie Rae-Greening explores the diverse journey of Rob LeLacheur, Principal of Road 55, in this Early Days podcast episode, delving into his experiences as a seasoned business professional, family man, and former hockey player. From gritty media sales to insights on business, creativity, and sales from his Top Cheddar podcast, Rob shares valu…

Explore acute observations into executive leadership and business development as host Jackie Rae-Greening interviews Mike Boyles, a seasoned business executive with over three decades of experience in industrial, commercial, energy, and natural resource sectors across North America, on the Early Days podcast. Mike Boyles international expertise enc…

Join host Jackie Rae-Greening on the Early Days podcast as she welcomes Arthur Pinkasovitch from the European Market and Produce. Arthur shares his fascinating journey from being born in Russia, moving to Ukraine, and eventually settling in Edmonton at the age of five. As they discuss Arthur's transition from banking to the family business, they ex…

Join host Jackie Rae-Greening on the Early Days podcast as she delves into the inspiring journey of Stefan Cherwoniak. From his early days in competitive Irish dancing to navigating the food and beverage industry at just 14, Stefan's story unfolds through his ventures like International Move Logistics and the creation of Quickfire Mortgage Group So…

On this episode of EARLY DAYS, host Jackie Rae Greening sits down with special guest Tom Viinikka, who works at the Edmonton Screen Industries Office to promote Edmonton in various screen industries, including film, TV, and video games. Tom discusses the evolution of ESIO from the Edmonton Film Commission and how they work to attract productions to…

On this episode of the EARLY DAYS podcast, host Jackie Rae Greening interviews Matt McTurk, owner of Grizzly Inspections, as he shares his inspiring journey from Edmonton to crane inspection entrepreneurship. Tune in to discover his path from mechanical engineering technology to business ownership, and how he overcame challenges and expanded his se…

On this episode of the EARLY DAYS Podcast, host Jackie Rae Greening is joined by Jennifer Keith, CEO and Founder of Epic Food & Drink, who shares her path from Edmonton student to creating a unique culinary hub for chefs to display their creativity in a communal environment. EARLY DAYS is proudly sponsored by Prowse Chowne LLP. This series is proud…

On this episode of the EARLY DAYS podcast, host Jackie Rae Greening welcomes Kathy Lesko, CEO of Confetti Sweets, as she shares her journey from Edmonton to becoming a successful baker and entrepreneur. Tune in to discover how Kathy's passion for baking led her from teaching in Tokyo to founding Confetti Sweets, and her exciting plans for expansion…

On this episode of the EARLY DAYS podcast, host Jackie Rae Greening talks to Darrell Bradley, who is the passionate owner of Bradson Promotional Group Inc. Darrell discusses his early days with the company and his versatility in multi-tasking, also acting as the Account Manager for the Bradson Group. Darrell also talks about giving back to the comm…

Have you ever entertained the idea of embarking on your entrepreneurial journey? Perhaps fear has held you back? Maybe you've questioned the feasibility of your business plan? Securing the necessary funding might seem daunting, and you've wondered if your idea would find its place in the market. It's natural to have these concerns, but remember, ma…