Cseking In

Brian Stephenson and host Nikki Csek discuss a wide range of topics related to Stephenson's professional journey, from his background in law to starting Lake Point Capital with his business partner, Cooper Harrison.

Host Nikki Csek recently sat down with Matt Johnston, President of Lime Architecture Inc. Matt, an experienced architect with a unique design philosophy, is dedicated to sustainable and high-quality creations. With over two decades in architecture and influenced by his time in Germany, Matt seamlessly blends his artistic flair, love for the arts, and music into Lime's projects, creating a holistic...

Meet Ashley Stone, a registered nurse, mom of four, and the creative mind behind The Village App . Surprisingly, her talent for solving problems and life's unexpected turns led her to create something really new.

In this episode of Cseking In, Nikki Csek sits down with Rachela Pollock , the host of the She Dares to Travel podcast and a commercial insurance broker at Acera Insurance . Rachela is also a co-founder of Boss Babe VIP , a vibrant networking and referral group in the Okanagan that brings together entrepreneurial-minded women to connect, support, and celebrate each other.

In a recent episode of Cseking In, host Nikki Csek had the pleasure of interviewing two professionals from TMG Search Canada – Emily Phair , the President, and Adrianna Stange , a Managing Consultant. TMG Search Canada distinguishes itself as a Global Talent Acquisition Firm with over 30 years of executive search experience.

In the latest episode of 'Cseking In,' host Nikki Csek sits down with the dynamic duo of wealth management, Karen Erickson and Kayla Caruana. Together, they have their own firm, called Karen & Kayla - IG Private Wealth Management. As a mother-daughter team of certified financial planning (CFP) professionals, Karen and Kayla bring a sophisticated and detailed approach to managing wealth.

In the latest episode of Cseking In, host Nikki Csek sat down with Danica Dutt, the President of Kelowna Woman in Business and a certified cash flow specialist and wealth advisor at Benewealth Strategies. The discussion revolved around Danica's journey in the finance field and her remarkable growth to the position of president within the Kelowna Woman in Business organization.

In a recent episode of "Cseking In," Nikki Csek sat down with Dom Rampone , a sales rep and marketing representative for West Manufacturer LTD . Dom's remarkable journey has seen him ascend to the position of Vice Chair for the Westbank First Nation Economic Development Board, a significant achievement in community leadership.

In a recent episode of 'Cseking In’, host Nikki Csek, had the delightful opportunity to engage in a heart-to-heart conversation with Amy Nicole Cohen , a prominent makeup artist and the founder behind Chic Studios . Their conversation unveiled the story behind the Chic Studios brand, leaving us with an inspiring look into Amy's journey.

'Let's Not Sugarcoat It' is a podcast that serves as a refreshing departure from the picture-perfect portrayals of motherhood often found on social media. It's a space where Alex and Bella , two candid and unfiltered moms, fearlessly tackle the tough questions and engage in lively conversations about the complexities of marriage, running a business, raising kids, and navigating the often elusive t...

Guest Pamela Pearson discusses her career, philanthropic work, and the factors that have shaped her remarkable journey. Her core mission is to enhance the quality of business and life in her community and inspire others to give back. She has served as the Past President of the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce, received the 2023 Women of the Year award, and holds the position of Director of Operations a...

In this episode of Cseking In, Nikki Csek sat down with Suzanne Degner to discuss her journey and celebration of her one-year anniversary as the proud owner of Love It Dental , a thriving dental practice that has quickly become a beloved fixture in the community.

In this episode of Cseking In, Nikki Csek recently sat down with Carlee Wiebe, the general manager of Eternal Timber and Design . The two discussed Wiebe’s journey as an athlete and her current position managing the business alongside her husband Shawn.

Nikki Csek recently sat down with entrepreneur Krystina Rossworm to talk about her wine touring company, Beach Bums Tours. Which she describes as a combination of beach life, the Okanagan wine life and the essence of adventure. Rossworm has had an exciting journey leading to the success of her business today, making the leap from sales commissions to running and owning her wine touring company. “...

In this episode of Cseking In, Nikki Csek sat down with Shannon Christensen who discusses her experience as a mother which led to the creation of the first charity that began on social media to become a nationally registered organization.  Christensen's love of helping others stemmed from her psychology degree and early career treating young violent offenders.   Growing up, her mother often spoke...

In this episode of Cseking In, Nikki Csek reconnected and sat down with Al Hildebrandt to talk about his progress and continuous involvement within the community and the importance of making a difference to better the lives of others. Hildebrandt's diverse career journey, including being a banker, policeman and firefighter gave him deeper insights into working with different people. The Impact Tom...

Nikki Csek recently sat down with local shutterbug Shawn Talbot to talk about all things photography and how he grew to become one of Canada’s most sought-after photographers. The fourth-generation Kelowna resident has always had a passion for film and photography and has plenty of advice to give aspiring photographers.

In this episode of Cseking in, we sat down with Julie Hoffman otherwise known as the Street Smart Diva, real estate investment coach, to learn about her experience within real estate investment. Despite Hoffman’s success today, her pathway within real estate hasn't been straightforward. Whilst she encountered several triumphs, she also faced major setbacks including surrendering to bankruptcy in 2...

Meet the Kelowna-based best friends behind the innovative, industry-leading IoT software Linkbase! After meeting each other at UBCO and being inspired by one another’s entrepreneurial spirit, a collaboration between the two was inevitable. “We were friends for a little bit, and we always knew we were going to get into business together”.

One of the best parts of living in British Columbia is the wildlife. However, when you notice that the top of your building is starting to resemble swiss cheese because the woodpeckers have taken a liking to it, you need to find a solution. Today we sat down with Keith Elsenkrein, creator of EIFS Armour , to talk about what inspired the idea that finally beat the woodpeckers once and for all, and...

On this week's episode of Cseking In we sat down with the president and CEO of Ecora Engineering & Resource Group , Kelly Sherman, to hear about the journey that lead to him creating the company. Kelly explains that he was tired of seeing people not being treated properly by the company he was working for, from employees to clients, and that’s what pushed him to take a new direction.

In this episode of Cseking In, we sat down with Meghan Cortese , a woman who has built a substantial career as a Realtor since entering the commercial real estate market in her early twenties. Since entering the real estate industry, Meghan has gained a positive reputation for her knowledge and experience in the retail, office, and industrial industry all across Canada.

In this episode of Cseking In, we sat down with Angie Norman, president and partner of Westwood Fine Cabinetry , about her second-generation family business as it celebrates 50 years in operation. Started in 1972 by Angie’s father, Westwood Fine Cabinetry has become a highly-valued, community-oriented Okanagan company. Although Angie wasn’t initially interested in taking over, the business quickly...

In this episode of Cseking In, we sat down with Derek Norman, president of Nortrans Freight Management to learn some of the ins and outs of the trucking industry and how he got his start as an entrepreneur.