Network = Networth

Melanie Starr is a holistic health and wellness coach with a focus on stress management, trauma recovery, nervous system regulation and post-traumatic growth. But this has not always been her path. She began her career more than 30 years ago as a writer and public relations consultant, and has worked closely with Dalhousie Medical School, the Brain Repair Centre, IWK Health, Nova Scotia Health and...

Jonathan has been working with PXL Systems since April of 2022. He has 15 years experience in IT, working various positions in Managed Service Providers. He started his career in IT drinking from a fire hose working with a medium sized growing MSP, where he became in expert in architecting, configuring and supporting IT environments for SMEs. He has had the opportunity to grow with two companies t...

Shelly Elsliger is an engaging, global-recognized LinkedIn Trainer and President of Linked-Express. She coaches executives, leaders, small business owners, diverse departments, career centers, job seekers, and corporate teams, inspiring them to maximize their professional branding potential and social influence online. Shelly is a certified coach and member of the International Coach Federation (I...

Barry openly admits to having a blessed career, which has taken him to over 35 countries, 40 U.S. states, and most Canadian provinces. Originally from PEI, Barry’s education is in international marketing and sales. He has been fortunate to work in a diverse range of industries, including seafood exporting, craft brewery equipment sales, golf destination marketing, and owning a craft cidery. He is...

Today, we’re diving into a topic that so many self-employed women practitioners struggle with but often avoid talking about—money. Managing your finances as a business owner can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even shame-inducing, but our guest today is here to change that. Danielle Abbott is a financial coach and the founder of Damsel Financial Coaching, where she specializes in helping self-em...

Stephanie Miller Vincent is a powerhouse in hospitality, with over 30 years of experience spanning both Canada and the United States. From her renowned beginnings as a Food & Beverage Manager at the iconic White Point Beach Resort to holding spotlight roles like General Manager of the Snake River Grill South and Director of Food & Beverages at Pinnacle Entertainment's luxurious L&apos...

Neetu Singh is a Halifax-based photographer with a profound love for creating powerful imagery that tells stories, evokes emotions, and leaves a lasting impression. As the founder of Neetu Singh Photography, she specializes in both commercial and portrait photography, bringing a unique perspective shaped by her diverse background from India, through the Middle East, to Nova Scotia, Canada. Her jou...

Meet Fran Dunn , CEO of Essentially Fran , a seasoned workplace wellness innovator and former exercise physiologist with a passion for helping busy professionals on the verge of burnout reclaim their joy, peace, and balance.  Fran specializes in interventions that are holistic and aligned with nature using doTERRA essential oils, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques to simplify and amplify your...

Join Tina McAulay, President of Solasta Lighting Ltd., as she brings over 15 years of experience in the lighting industry to the table. Designed for property managers and business professionals, this podcast sheds light on how top-tier customer service, competitive pricing, and efficient solutions can make your job easier and your spaces brighter. Discover insights on industry trends, tips for str...

Nithin Jacob Eapen is a product designer, educator, and creative thinker with over a decade of global experience. His journey spans vibrant cities like Milan, Bangalore, Dubai, and Kuwait City, where I’ve designed everything from consumer products and furniture to digital experiences, branding, and interiors. Currently based in Halifax, Canada, He is the Founder and Design Director of Handyield De...

Jake Smith is a whirlwind of ambition, creativity, and resilience—a self-proclaimed “Jake of all trades” with a passion for blending beauty and business in the most authentic way possible. Growing up in the conservative town of Truro, Jake first dabbled in makeup privately, wondering if he’d ever get to reveal his true self. Fast forward to Halifax, and he’s now in a community that embraces him, w...

Helen has been working in client-facing businesses for over 15 years. With 10 years of combined experience in mortgages, banking and finance, she is excited to bring her passion for helping clients and financial expertise to your service. She joined the mortgage industry when she bought her first home and was absolutely fascinated by the process and experience. She wanted to help others navigate s...

Ola Williams is a retail entrepreneur and techpreneur, with 20+ years of frontline retail and progressive leadership experience, including financial management expertise in small and large companies across a number of industries. She is the President of Cornish's Variety (cornishvariety.ca), a retail company located in Trenton, Nova Scotia.  Ola is on a mission to prove that by showing kindne...

Celebrate Your Curves Fashion specializes in inclusive fashion for all sizes, shapes, and contours. They offer petite, plus-size professional clothing to ensure comfort and style for everyone, including those with disabilities and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. Their mission is to empower through diversity, body positivity, and personal style. They are a made-to-measure concept which means we make the cl...

Jake Smith is a whirlwind of ambition, creativity, and resilience—a self-proclaimed “Jake of all trades” with a passion for blending beauty and business in the most authentic way possible. Growing up in the conservative town of Truro, Jake first dabbled in makeup privately, wondering if he’d ever get to reveal his true self. Fast forward to Halifax, and he’s now in a community that embraces him, w...

Meet Fran , founder and CEO of Essentially Fran , a wellness entrepreneur, and former exercise physiologist with a passion for helping busy professionals on the verge of burnout reclaim their joy, peace, and balance. Fran specializes in proactive, preventative, and holistic approaches using essential oils, mindfulness, breathwork, and ancient wisdom techniques to empower clients to reduce stress a...

In this episode, Kathy continues to provide great insights into travelling in the post-pandemic world. She equips us with the knowledge of what to expect and what countries it may be better to avoid for now. Kathy’s passion for travel & creating personal travel experiences led to the creation of Wanderlust Excursions in 2016. This travel business was carefully curated and developed to ensure t...

Kathy’s passion for travel & creating personal travel experiences led to the creation of Wanderlust Excursions in 2016. This travel business was carefully curated and developed to ensure that goals such as; Creating positive impacts on the lives of my clients, through travel and worldly experiences. Although the destination is a key factor, Kathy places more emphasis on the “Journey and Experi...

This episode featuring Julie Power covers everything from her upbringing to the struggles of having the right amount of insurance coverage with our ever-changing climate.   "To say a bit about myself: I am a proud Newfoundlander who moved here in 2000. I have lived in Dartmouth for the past 18 years, I am a graduate of Dalhousie University, a mother to a wonderful teenage daughter, and I love...

Domitille du Rostu is a clinically trained osteopath originating from France. Throughout her life, she has not been one to shy away from adventure and has seen the world over. In this episode, we explore Domitille's excitement and challenges of being away from her home country, we also explore her professional background in osteopathic medicine and physiotherapy. "I have been living in F...

Cameron is in his third year in business as a Wealth Coach with Magnify Wealth. He specializes in helping clients achieve financial freedom by multiplying the use of their money. As an authorized infinite banking practitioner, Cameron provides innovative financial strategies that promote independence and control. His commitment to educating clients on how to take control of their financial future...

Amanda's love of numbers started at a very young age, knowing she wanted to be an Accountant since seventh grade. She secured her very first accounting job at the age of 19, while in the process of gaining her Bachelor's degree in Accounting. She is used to the balancing act of school, multiple jobs, and life's chaos. Since becoming a mom, she has decided to savour her time and util...

Meet Basam Murtaza Tahoor, the visionary behind Tahoors Creative Marketing and iClick Agency. With over nine years of experience, Basam has led innovative marketing strategies, empowering over 150 startups and international businesses to thrive. As the founder of iClick Agency in Kabul, Afghanistan, and now leading Tahoors Creative Marketing in Halifax, NS, Basam continues to drive excellence in d...

In this installment of Network = Networth we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Kat Roberts, owner and operator of Surface Float. Born in Mexico, Kat immigrated to Canada with her parents at the age of four; with her arrival came the entrepreneurial drive still present in her today. This episode covers Kat's journey from her childhood endeavour of delivering newspapers to owning one of th...

Join us on Network = Networth as we explore the inspiring journey of Jonathan Chen, founder of FORTUNESTART. Originally from Shanghai, Jonathan came to Canada with a vision but faced numerous challenges in the job market. This episode delves into his transition from managing investments in Asia to helping local businesses thrive by addressing their supply chain needs. Jonathan highlights the criti...