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The Brand is Female
Hosted by Eva Hartling, The Brand is Female Podcast delves into the narratives of women entrepreneurs, leaders, and trailblazers redefining limits within their respective fields. Our featured guests unveil their unique business odysseys and personal encounters with each episode, igniting inspiration for fellow women as they navigate their journeys toward advancement and achievement. Presented by TD Women in Enterprise.
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The Brand is FemaleTechnology and healthcare walk hand-in-hand to provide accessibility, with Helen Stevenson
Technology and healthcare can walk side by side to uncover new paths of innovation, but also to broaden access. That's Helen Stevenson's goal. Founder and CEO…
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From one of Kenya's toughest slums to being an award-winning social entrepreneur, with Ciro Muiruri
Ciro Muiruri is the embodiment of resilience. Growing up in one of the toughest slums in Kenya as an AIDS orphan, she survived an attempted homicide and lived…
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Overcoming changes and obstacles by focusing on people with Anne Miner
You could say Anne Miner has the unique ability to see possibilities. She is a serial entrepreneur, a skilled facilitator, a trusted CEO advisor, and a…
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Luxury hospitality as a tool for equity and diversity with Daniela Correia
In today’s tight labour market, organizations increasingly rely on recruitment experts. Daniela Correia banked on this high-growth segment to build her own…
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Re-thinking footwear for a better future with Justine and Kendall Barber
When Justine and Kendall Barber realized that the average garment gets worn 7 times before being tossed, and the fashion industry is responsible for 10% of…
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Defying ageism and creating responsible beauty with Graydon Moffat
Graydon Moffat had multiple careers before launching Graydon Skincare. When she started her journey as a plant-based chef and yoga teacher, Graydon, known as…
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Breaking glass ceilings in the food industry with Jacqueline Nicosia of ARDO
With 15 years of experience in the hospitality business, Jacqueline Nicosia brought her flair for curated dining experiences and excellent food to Toronto with…
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When mindfulness is good enough to franchise with Michelle Faber of Little Yogis Academy
Michelle Faber learned to optimize her own mental health through yoga and mindfulness as a young adult, and when she saw signs of anxiety in her son, she began…
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Vera Milan Gervais | Serial Entrepreneur & Mentor | The labels that no longer serve us
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Vera Milan Gervais, an author, speaker, and award-winning serial entrepreneur who is committed to…
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Allison McNamara | Founder, MARA | Blending Award-Winning Formulas Made From Algae
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Allison McNamara, founder of MARA, a prestige line of algae-infused skincare that became an instant…
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Knoxx | Creative Director, DVMNPIGEON | Fan-Favourite Designer Redefining the Rules of Streetwear
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Knoxx, the New York-based creative director for the brand DVMNPIGEON. Knoxx is redefining the rules of…
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Marissa Goldstein | Founder and Owner, The Daughter Natural Wine Bar + Bottle Shop | Curating Natural Wines with Seasonal Cuisine
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Marissa Goldstein, founder and owner of Toronto-based The Daughter Natural Wine Bar + Bottle Shop, a…
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Nadine Artemis | Founder, Living Libations | Shaping Plant Intelligence into Sought-After Skincare Products
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Nadine Artemis, Founder of the celebrated, and cult-status natural skincare brand, Living Libations…
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Jane Riddell | President, GoodLife Fitness | Creating Inclusive Environments in Fitness and Sports
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Jane Riddell, President of GoodLife Fitness. With over 40 years of experience, Jane has worked in…
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Anna Sinclair | Founder, Total Mom | Breaking Barriers for Mom Entrepreneurs
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Anna Sinclair, a former actor and performer who had to pause her career when she became pregnant…
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Melody Adhami | Co-Founder, FH Health & Pollin Fertility | The Queen of Apps
This week, host Eva Hartling speaks with Melody Adhami, the “Queen of Apps.” Melody launched Ontario’s first private testing operation during Covid, with labs…
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Emily O'Brien | Founder, Comeback Snacks | Popcorn with a Mission
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Emily O’Brien, founder of Comeback Snacks. Emily’s unlikely journey into the popcorn business began in…
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Yolande James | Directrice générale, diversité et inclusion, Radio-Canada | Mettre en œuvre l'équité entre les sexes et soutenir la croissance des femmes en milieu de travail
Dans le cadre de ses fonctions, Yolande accompagne Radio-Canada dans ses projets liés à l'inclusion et la diversité, en plus de développer et renforcer les…
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Yolande James | Executive Director, Diversity and Inclusion, Radio-Canada | Implementing Gender Equity and Supporting Women’s Growth in the Workplace
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling is having a special conversation about gender equity in the workplace, and her guest is Yolande James, Executive…
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Bojana Sentaler | Founder and CEO, SENTALER | Crafting Luxurious Designs Inspired by Timeless Minimalism
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Bojana Sentaler, Founder and CEO of SENTALER, a Canadian luxury outerwear brand with impressive growth…
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Taneka Clarke-Powell | Founder and Designer, Slayedbyten | A House Built on Custom Fashion
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Taneka Clarke-Powell, Founder and Designer of Slayedbyten. Taneka began making her own clothes at home…
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April Pride | Founder and CEO, Of Like Minds | Altering Women’s Lives with Cannabis-Infused Brands
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with April Pride, Founder of cannabis brand Van der Pop, which April sold to the world’s largest cannabis…
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Valerie Pringle | TV Host and Producer | Breaking Glass Ceilings in the World of Broadcasting
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Valerie Pringle, former host of CTV’s Canada AM and CBC’s Midday and host of several television…
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Tanya Taylor | CEO and Creative Director | The Inclusive Fashion Go-Getter
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Tanya Taylor — Founder, Creative Director and CEO of the independent, New York-based fashion label by…
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Kristen Gale | CEO, THE TEN SPOT | Combining Exceptional Service and Efficiency At Fastest Growing One-Stop Beauty Bar
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Kristen Gale, CEO of THE TEN SPOT, Canada’s largest and fastest growing beauty bar and retail company…
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Peggy Whitson | Ex-NASA Astronaut & Ax-2 Space Mission Commander | Give Her Space
Today, on the podcast, to highlight International Women’s Day, host Eva Hartling speaks with Peggy Whitson, the NASA astronaut who has achieved the most days…
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Anie Rouleau | Founder and CEO, The Unscented Company | The B Corp Entrepreneur Committed to True Purpose
This week, on the podcast, Eva Hartling speaks with Anie Rouleau, Founder and CEO of The Unscented Company, a line of natural, unscented home and body care…
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Jaime Leverton | CEO, Hut 8 | Women Leaders in Cryptocurrency
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Jaime Leverton, CEO of Hut 8 Mining Corp., a digital asset miner launched in 2018, and one of North…
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Kate Swanson | Founder and CEO, ENSEMBL | Daring to Disrupt the Cookware Industry
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Kate Swanson, a lawyer and entrepreneur and more recently, the founder and CEO of ENSEMBL, a…
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Jan Frolic | Co-Founder, Captains & Poets | Building Authentic Curriculums
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Jan Frolic, a social entrepreneur who has spent the last decade working in gender diversity, equity…
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Jen Govier | Founder, HUX | The Camel Toe Gap
This week, Eva Hartling speaks with Jen Govier, founder of HUX, an underwear brand with the mission to end the dreaded camel toe, and provide women with a…
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Marilyne Gagné | President, Dermapure | Achieving Growth Responsibly
Welcome to a new season of The Brand is Female podcast! This week, host Eva Hartling welcomes Marilyne Gagné, Founder and President of Dermapure, Canada’s…
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Ara Katz | Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Seed Health | Exploring the Importance and Impact of Microbes on Our Health
This week on the podcast, we are re-airing our episode with Ara Katz, co-founder and co-CEO of Seed Health. Seed Health pioneers applications of microbes for…
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Saroya Tinker | Pro Hockey Player, The Toronto Six | Mentoring Women in Sports
This week, we are re-airing our episode with professional women's ice hockey player for the Toronto Six, Saroya Tinker. Saroya is a Yale graduate; she played…
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Jeri Ann Willis | Co-Founder, The Observatory | Creating a Long-Lasting Independent Business
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Jeri Ann Willis, co-founder of The Observatory, Edmonton’s leading destination for independent, luxury…
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Jacqueline Prehogan | CBO and Co-Founder, Open Farm & Founder and CEO, Canada Pooch | Prioritizing Sustainability, Animal Welfare and Transparency
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Jacqueline Prehogan, Chief Brand Officer and co-founder of Open Farm, a premium and ethically sourced…
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Ashley Mielke | Registered Psychologist and Founder and CEO, The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre | Finding Purpose Through Healing
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Ashley Mielke, Registered Psychologist and Founder and CEO of The Grief and Trauma Healing Centre in…
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Allison Conrad | Co-Founder and CEO, Arey | Launching The Wrinkle Cream of Hair Care
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Los Angeles-based Allison Conrad, an entrepreneur and operator focused on consumer brands and…
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Catherine Choi | Founder, SoYoung | Believing in Our Own Worth and Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs
This week on the podcast, we are re-airing a recent favourite episode featuring Catherine Choi, Founder of SoYoung. Stay tuned for a new episode next Tuesday!…
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Davina Boulineau | Vice President, TD Insurance, Private Client Advice | Protecting Wealth
This week on the podcast, we’re talking about the importance of considering insurance when looking at our overall financial planning. Host Eva Hartling speaks…
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Ara Katz | Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Seed Health | Exploring the Importance and Impact of Microbes on Our Health
This week on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Ara Katz, co-founder and co-CEO of Seed Health, a company that is pioneering applications of microbes…
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Rachael Newton | Founder, nixit | Destigmatizing the Period Conversation
This week on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Rachael Newton, an entrepreneur, innovator, and the founder of period care brand, nixit. Rachael is on…
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Jayme Jenkins | Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer, Everist | Reducing Environmental Impact in the Beauty Industry
This week on the podcast, we’re talking with an entrepreneur who is setting out to revolutionize the way we consume beauty products. Host Eva Hartling speaks…
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Soutenir la santé et les droits sexuels et reproductifs | Dre Diane Francoeur, Dre Ashley Waddington & Frederique Chabot
Aujourd'hui, nous diffusons un épisode spécial du balado The Brand is Female comme le 26 septembre marque la Journée mondiale de la contraception. Au Canada…
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Part 2: Supporting Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights
This is part 2 of a special episode of The Brand is Female podcast highlighting World Contraception Day on September 26th. Host Eva Hartling speaks with three…
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Part 1: Supporting Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights | Dr. Diane Francoeur, Dr. Ashley Waddington & Frederique Chabot
Today, we’re airing a special episode of The Brand is Female podcast as September 26th marks World Contraception Day. In part 1 of this episode, host Eva…
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Rachelle Demosthene | President and Owner, Le Pouvoir Des Fleurs | Carving Out a New Career Path Successfully
This week on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Rachelle Demosthene, President and Owner at Pouvoir Des Fleurs. Rachelle left a cushy corporate job to…
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Margot Denommé | Children’s Book Author and Criminal Lawyer | Writing Stories to Reinforce Confidence
This week on the podcast, we talk about the impact negative self-image can have on our lives, especially where children, and young women are concerned. Host…
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Isabelle Ménard | Region Head, Quebec and Atlantic for Private Wealth Management, TD | Supporting Women in Investment Management
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Isabelle Menard, TD’s Region Head, Quebec and Atlantic for Private Wealth Management. We talk about…
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Catherine Choi | Founder, SoYoung | Believing in Our Own Worth and Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Catherine Choi, Founder of SoYoung. In this episode, we talk about how lessons from our own personal…
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Alicia Rose | Senior Manager, Strategy and Social Impact, TD | How to Integrate Values, Culture and Giving Back in Business
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Alicia Rose, Senior Manager in Strategy and Social Impact at TD. We talk about aligning purpose…
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Tiffani Young | Founder, Natural Butter Bar Cosmetics | Launching All-Natural Line of Hair Products and Soaps
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Tiffani Young, Founder of Natural Butter Bar Cosmetics. The brand was created from Tiffani’s own…
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Tiffany Callender | CEO, The Federation of African Canadian Economics | Supporting Black Female Founders
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Tiffany Callender, the CEO of FACE, a national Black-led non-profit organization focused on providing…
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Kim Tarlo & Cait Patrick | Co-Founders, Darling Mimosa | Celebrating Everyday Life and Optimism
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Kim Tarlo and Cait Patrick, the co-founders of Darling Mimosa. Kim is an award-winning marketer and…
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Sonia Virk | Co-Founder and Partner, Virk Viyas & Associate Lawyers | Carving Her Own Path
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Sonia Virk, co-founder and partner of Virk Viyas & Associate Lawyers. Sonia was born in India and lost…
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Lauren Barker | CEO, Uresta | Empowering Women to Live Leak-Free
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Lauren Barker, CEO of Uresta, a bladder support solution to stop urinary leaks. After graduating from…
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Nuria Madrenas | Founder and Principal Curator, Tacit | Merging Creativity and Commerce
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Nuria Madrenas, the Founder and Principal Curator of Tacit, a platform dedicated to the sale of…
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Elynn Lorimer | CEO, Spatial Research and Design | Improving Lives with Technology
This week, on the podcast, host Eva Hartling speaks with Elynn Lorimer, CEO at Spatial Research and Design, a creative, multifaceted team of researchers…
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Stacey Madge | President and Country Manager, Visa Canada | Building Programs for Women
This week, on the podcast, Eva speaks with Stacey Madge, President and Country Manager at Visa Canada and trailblazer in the banking world. Stacey climbed up…
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Jolene Livingston | Founder & Principal Consultant | Bespoke Social Profit Solutions
This week, on the podcast, Eva speaks with Jolene Livingston, Founder and Principal Consultant of Bespoke Social Profit Solutions, a woman-led, majority-female…