Sinclair Podcast

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST JUST DROPPED! 🎙️ What happens when you turn fear into a compass? This week, I sit down with Susan Leblanc, marketing leader and certified coach, on how her rule “If it scares me, I have to do it” reshaped her career, leadership, and life. In this powerful conversation, we dive into: ✅ Speaking up when it’s scary: how courage at a startup led...

Send us Fan Mail What does it really take to go from growing up on welfare to building one of North America’s top entrepreneurial coaching platforms? This week, I sit down with Danny Kerr, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Breakthrough Academy, powerhouse helping trades and home service entrepreneurs scale with structure, clarity, and confidence. In this powerful conversation, we dive into: ✅ Ho...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ THE NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️ What does it take to launch groundbreaking therapies, lead billion-dollar teams, and scale early-stage biotech from the ground up? This week, I sat down with Victoria Vertesi — President & COO of DeepSense Bio, and a powerhouse in Canada’s pharmaceutical landscape. From building oncology divisions at global firms to leadin...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙NEW EPISODE: Leading with People First in a Rapidly Changing Industry What does it take to help steer one of Ontario’s largest credit unions through transformation, while keeping people at the core? In this episode, I sit down with Wade Stayzer, MBA, Chief Operating Officer at Meridian Credit Union, to talk leadership, innovation, and the future of banking. We dive into: 🔹 How h...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙NEW EPISODE: Leading a 97-Year-Old Business Into the Future What’s it like growing up and your family owning a nearly century-old company—and then becoming its CEO? In this episode, I sit down with Gabriel Granatstein, CEO of Canada Tire Inc., a family-run business serving Canadians since 1928. We dive into: 🔹 What it’s like to inherit a 4th-gen legacy 🔹 The future of Canada Ti...

Send us Fan Mail NEW EPISODE: From Family Legacy to Leading with Vulnerability What happens when you're handed the reins to a family business… and told, “Be good enough—or I’ll sell it”? That was the starting line for Joe Glionna , President of Newcom Media—and my latest guest on The Sinclair Podcast . In this episode, Joe shares: How he turned legacy into leadership The biggest lesson COVID...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sat down with Tom Havens — founder of Catalyst and former creative lead at HALO — for one of the most honest convos we’ve had yet. We talk about what it really looks like to scale a design-led company, the painful missteps of selling too soon, and what every founder needs to know before merging with a larger player. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ Why Catalyst won b...

Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sinclair Podcast, I sat down with one of the world's most influential scientists in antimicrobial resistance: Dr. Gerry Wright. A Killam Prize winner, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and the man behind over 320 published papers and 56,000+ citations — Dr. Wright has dedicated his life to combating one of the biggest threats to global health: AMR. From...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I'm joined by Dr. Laurence Tham, a chiropractor, coach, and founder of the Nitro Program, which was created to help chiropractors build more profit, more freedom, and more fulfillment into their lives and practices. Dr. Laurence isn't just helping chiropractors scale — he's helping them rediscover purpose, redefine success, and make bold, intentional move...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sat down with Darren Hendriks — President of Homes by Hendriks, a custom home builder, entrepreneur, and a true craftsman in the world of luxury construction. From working part-time as a site supervisor to leading one of Niagara’s most respected custom home-building companies — Darren’s story is one of legacy, leadership, and loving the process. In this episode, we ta...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sat down with Ashley McCune — former President of Facilis Group, executive coach, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential women in the promotional products industry. From her first job at Office Max to scaling a tech company through private equity and leading over 250 businesses to strategic growth — Ashley’s journey is a true masterclass in leadership, resilien...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I sat down with Dmitry Buterin — tech entrepreneur, startup mentor, and proud father of Ethereum’s co-founder, Vitalik Buterin. From growing up in the Soviet Union to building multi-million dollar SaaS companies in Canada, Dmitry’s story is one of curiosity, compassion, and courageous reinvention. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ His journey from accidental entrepreneu...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Steve Abma—a registered psychotherapist, clinical director, and expert in emotional health. With over 20 years of experience, Steve has helped individuals and couples navigate difficult emotions, build stronger relationships, and live more fulfilling lives. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ How to make peace with difficult emotion...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Matt Rolfe—a hospitality coach, leadership expert, speaker, and bestselling author of "You Can't Do It Alone". With years of experience coaching leaders to scale their businesses, build strong teams, and drive sustainable success, Matt brings invaluable insights into leadership and growth in high-pressure industries...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Prashant Ohri, President of Henry Schein, Americas (ex-US), a leader in the consumer packaged goods and dental device industry. With years of experience in business development, management, and strategic growth, Prashant brings knowledge on scaling operations and leading in a competitive market. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ Prash...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jeremy Parker—Founder & CEO of Swag.com , the game-changer that’s disrupting the promotional products industry. Jeremy’s vision was simple: Swag should mean something new, and it should be bought differently—items people actually want to keep. In this episode, we explore: ✅ How Jeremy’s bold vision turned Swag.com into a 2000% gr...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the honour of sitting down with Jonathan Hillis—a serial entrepreneur, startup builder, and the founder of Tenure, a game-changing platform redefining employee recognition and financial wellness! Jonathan’s journey is one of innovation, resilience, and challenging the status quo. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The inspiration behind Tenure and how it's tra...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the honour of sitting down with Aaron Jones—CEO of Kraun Electric Inc., a leader in the electrical contracting industry who knows firsthand that success isn’t overnight—it’s built over years of hard work, vision, and resilience. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The reality of leadership in the trades—why building a strong team matters more than ever. ✅ The fine...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the honor of sitting down with Josh Bloomfield—CEO and founder of Givecloud, a game-changing platform revolutionizing nonprofit fundraising. Josh’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership that inspires you. With over 20 years of experience and multiple patents, Josh has helped countless nonprofits amplify their impact. In this episode...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️ This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Philip McKernan—a globally renowned speaker, author, and mentor whose unapologetic approach to life and leadership is nothing short of transformative. Philip’s ability to strip away surface-level thinking and guide people toward their purpose is remarkable. In this episode, we ex...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️ This week, I’m joined by Catherine Graham and Mark Graham, Co-Founders of 'commonsku', for an exciting conversation about creativity, connection, and the vibrant world of branded merchandise. Catherine and Mark have decades of combined experience, starting pre-2000 and 2007, and they’ve built their careers around a fun,...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m joined by Mike Brown, Founder of Unbreakable Wealth, for a powerful discussion about wealth, freedom, and the mindset required to achieve both. Mike has an extraordinary background—he flew fighter jets for the Navy before building an 8-figure investment firm. With over $100M in returns for his investors, his financial expertise is unmatched. But what really sets Mik...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m joined by Michael Lovern, Founder and CEO of Brandito, for an inspiring conversation about ambition, leadership, and scaling a business with heart. Michael is someone who has deeply inspired me personally—he’s not only a super funny and outgoing guy but also incredibly focused, balancing those traits effortlessly. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ How Michael built...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m joined by Mario DeDivitiis , CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities® South Central Ontario (RMHC®SCO), for an eye-opening conversation about the operations behind running a successful nonprofit organization. Mario takes us behind the scenes of RMHC®SCO, diving into: The financial strategies and fundraising efforts that sustain their mission The logistics of managing...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I had the privilege of sitting down (virtually) with one of the most respected minds in the Canadian golf industry, Geoff Tait , Founder and President of Triple Bogey Brewing Co. 🍺⛳️ Geoff’s entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of remarkable. From being $450K in debt , lying on his bedroom floor unsure of what to do, to building a thriving brand loved by golfers a...