Bruce Singer Podcast

In This Episode we talk about Mushrooms! Marcus Sadaka is the Founder at Myzel Organics,  which produces the most-sustainably driven, organic and functional mushroom powers. Marcus sits down with Bruce sharing about the business side, and eye-opening insights all in the world of Mushrooms.  Follow Marcus on LinkedIn Follow Myzel Organics on LinkedIn Watch the podcast here !  Website:  Canada  CFO’...

Yazeed Yasin and Tamara Al Dip are Co-Founders at Nanashake, a food production company offering healthy, nutritious and great tasting ice cream alternatives. They are innovators of the award-winning NanaPops - the-Smoothie-on-a-Stick ™ In our four minute podcast, Yazeed and Tamara share their story and the inspiration behind the creation of NanaShake. Where the real work starts! They also share th...

Deleo de Leonardis is the CEO and Co-Founder at Purity-IQ Inc., a authenticity services company that verifies what is on the label is actually in the product, with respect to Food, Beverage and Natural Health Products (NHPs) In our three minute discussion Deleo shares what to be concerned about, why this problem exists, who should be concerned across the supply chain, and how can this matter be ad...

Phil St-Cyr is the Founder & CEO at Rootree, a Film Producer, Nutritionist,  Investor and Student of WIng Chun & Taiji Phil sits down with Bruce sharing his story, about Rootree, bringing superfoods to market world-class, and what makes success all possible. We also discuss Phil's philosophy and learnings about entrepreneurship, how he moves forward in business, and his insights on Fo...

Marcus Mitchell is the Founder & CEO at Shire Capital  Management, an investment firm focused on sustainable food business, and more specifically farms that produce nutritious foods. In our three minute discussion, Marcus shares how Shire Capital Management helps  niche agricultural businesses scale and increase profitability.  We also talk about insights into the future of our food system,  c...

Joe Lyons-Rising is the Founder of Data Gives Back,  a Best-Selling Author, and  difference-maker & advocate for Mental Health In our 3 minute discussion Joe shares his inspiration into entrepreneurship, insights for CPG Founders to get ahead & stay ahead in this competitive landscape, and his own journey in the area of mental health. Follow Joe on LinkedIn Follow Data Gives Back on Linked...

Margaret Coons is the Founder & CEO at Nuts for Cheese.    In our 3 minute discussion, we learn about the inspiration behind Nuts for Cheese, Margaret's journey in entrepreneurship, and about being successful in both the Canadian & US markets.   This podcast includes Margaret's valuable insights regarding scaling a Canadian Brand in the US market,  the early beginnings, and why N...

Richa Gupta is the Vice President Partnerships and Development at the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN) In our 3 minutes discussion we learn about -  Tools to foster innovation across the food sector -  Help available to a Founder and their business to increase productivity & profitability -  Funding opportunities from CFIN Follow Richa on LinkedIn Follow CFIN on LinkedIn Watch the podca...

We are doing something different on this podcast. Sue Coueslan is the Host, and Bruce Singer is the guest. Sue is the VP Strategy and Partnerships at Natural Products Canada (NPC).  Bruce is the Founder and CEO at Canada CFOs Inc.   Our 3 minute discussion is about the relationship with NPC , and why would a business consider a Fractional CFO, and what's involved.  Follow Sue on LinkedIn Foll...

Aaron Oosterhoff is the CEO & President at Spring Creek Quail Farms.  In our 3 minute discussion we learn about the business and why quail eggs, Aaron shares a key learning, and how they address an impact that affects all businesses across the food value chain. Follow Aaron on LinkedIn Follow Spring Creek Quail Farms on LinkedIn Watch the podcast here  Website:  Canada  CFO’s; Bruce on LinkedI...

Shelley King is the Founder & CEO at Natural Products Canada (NPC), an organization that supports start-ups, early-stage businesses and Founders, get their products to market (in the better-for-you-and-the-planet space).  In our 3 minute discussion, Shelley shares the positive impact NPC has in helping these businesses grow,  about their inspiring  "Game - Changers Report", the fundi...

Darrell is CEO at Canadian Agri-Food Automation & Intelligence Network ( CAAIN ), an organization that supports Ag-Tech innovation to advance Canada's Agri-Food System. In 3 minutes we dive in where Darrell shares CAAIN's purpose, how they strive to improve economic outcomes for farmers & primary processors, funding opportunities available for the technology that matters,  and ab...

Jim is the President and Founder at Brandseed Marketing, a leading Better-for-You CPG Brand Management Brokerage Company. In our 3 minute discussion we dive right in.  Jim shares his client philosophy, insights on how a brand can choose the right broker partner,  thoughts on brands increasing revenue, and trends that he is experiencing. See the Linkedin post here Follow Jim on LinkedIn Follow Bran...

Matthew Battah is the Founder and President at Sahah Naturals, a Better-For-You Food Brand. In our 3 minute discussion we dive into Matthew, being a CPA and then becoming Founder of Sahah Naturals, his learnings, and once simple habit that he lives by daily for growing the brand.  WATCH THE PODCAST here  Follow Matthew Follow Sahah Naturals  Website:  Canada  CFO’s; Bruce on LinkedIn Canada CFOs o...

Macy Marriott is the Executive Director at GlassWall Syndicate, whose Members invest and write cheques from Pre-Seed to Series D, from $1k to upward of $100MM. In our 3 minutes podcast we dive into: - Funding opportunities globally for Founders and Investors in the Food & Beverage, Food-Tech, Agri-Food and the Alt Protein Space.   - Importance of collaborations with their community of partners...

Nicolas Mulroney is the dynamic Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO at Bond Bakery Brands in Canada.  In our 3 minute discussion we dive into: How Nicolas found a niche in the Canadian Market in Food  Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition His journey and leanings to share Why would someone consider buying a business and what's important to know Watch the podcast here . Follow Nicolas on LinkedIn Foll...

"I think that we are on-to-something!"  Said Megan Silk, the dynamic and risk taking Co-Founder at Gingerbug, a Better-For-You Beverage Brand. Megan  shares the Founders'  origins and learnings,  how the Gingerbug Brand achieved a major game-changer , and insights on what it takes to succeed. Follow Megan on LinkedIn Follow Gingerbug on LinkedIn Watch the podcast here Produced by Ca...

Azrah Manji-Savin is the Founder and CEO at Syzl, a growing Food Tech Company.  In 3 minutes Azrah discusses the GIC Economy in Food, challenges Food Founders have accessing what's essential, about the costs of overhead, and how these issues can be solved.  We also discuss Azrah's own experiences as a Founder , business growth initiatives, and  insights on what the Future of Food is all...

Tania John is the VP at SGS Nutrasource, a leader with respect to the Regulatory affairs for Natural Health Products, and also sits on the Regulatory Affairs & Advisory Council at the Canadian Health Food Association.  In 3 Minutes we discuss  - Key considerations when developing and launching an NHP in Canada - Sales tips, scientific substantiation, and other differentiating factors that are...

Sara Hipson is the Director of Grants, Asgard Consulting and expert in helping companies grow by accessing government grants and funding opportunities.  Sara sits down with Bruce, sharing her story and influences to help entrepreneurs, and how Food businesses can & should access these government financial resources. When it comes to Food/Beverage & AgriFood we talk about qualifying for opp...

Mike Fata, Natural Food & Products industry icon and author, sits down with Bruce to share his knowledge and experiences regarding "financing". Mike shares his valuable insights on building a foundation for winning, looking at various stages in the founders journey, the current raising capital landscape, financing options available, and about being more attractive to investors. Our d...

Ashley Kanary is the Director - Global Innovation Agri-Food at Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada  (EDC), and has an incredible career that includes working with some of Canada's most prestigious Food Companies & Brands. EDC's mission is to help Canadian Companies grow through export. Ashley sits down with Bruce sharing his journey, his learnings and guid...

Brett Wills is the Founder & CEO at CarbonOne, and an author and speaker in the area of Food & Sustainability. CarbonOne is a purpose-driven Food-Tech organization that is fighting climate change to feed the world. The focus being Carbon Accounting & Reporting specifically for Food & Beverage Companies across the entire value chain. Brett sits down with Bruce on a focused discussio...

Gavin Mah is the President at Biomed International, an Advisory Council Member at the Canadian Health Food Association, a strong Advocate for Regulatory Affairs and has achieved numerous accolades in the Canadian Health Industry. Gavin sits down with Bruce sharing his origin story, including his biggest secrets to build a high growth business and how to differentiate.  Our not-to-be-missed discuss...

Bruce Taylor is the President at Enviro-Stewards Inc, a multiple environmental award winning firm and with a B Corp Certification, that helps your company increase profits, sustain environmentally and compelling benefit to society. Bruce sits down with me , sharing his origin story, plus a deep dive into achieving Sustainable Development Goals and the positive impact on cost savings and profitabil...