Make My Logo Bigger

This week on Make My Logo Bigger, we sit down with Terri Roberts, Creative Director at Ray and one of Atlantic Canada's most accomplished creative leaders. With more than 25 years of experience, Terri has helped shape award-winning campaigns for some of the region's most recognizable brands while championing creativity, mentorship, and leadership. Join us for a conversation about building...

Today on Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by MJ Leslie, founder of Chapter 3 Ltd., a consulting firm that helps start-ups and small businesses navigate critical moments of growth. In this conversation, MJ helps us dig into what it really takes to scale a business, spot opportunity in complexity, and guide companies through their most pivotal chapters. Enjoy!

Today on Make My Logo Bigger, we sit down with Waye Mason, a self-described “part-time troublemaker” with decades of experience in business, government, arts and culture, and community leadership. From breaking down how municipal and provincial governments actually function to exploring strategy, representation, and the realities behind decision-making, this episode offers an insightful and approa...

In this episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by Tanya DiPenta, Vice President of Marketing and Chief Client Officer, Atlantic at NATIONAL Public Relations , for a conversation about what it really takes to build strong, lasting brands. With over 20 years of experience across agency and client-side roles, Tanya shares insights on strategic communications, reputation management, and creating...

Today on Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by Jeff White and Carman Pirie, co-founders of Kula Partners, an agency that helps leading manufacturers transform their marketing and sales through digital strategy. With decades of combined experience in UX, marketing, and growth, they share insights on what it takes to stand out, scale effectively, and rethink the ordinary in today’s digital landscape....

On this week’s episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we welcome Paul MacKinnon, a leader who helps cities thrive. Paul has spent nearly 30 years shaping vibrant downtowns, including the past 20 as CEO of the Downtown Halifax Business Commission, where he supports more than 1,700 businesses through advocacy, beautification, marketing, and community engagement. Beyond Halifax, Paul serves on boards includ...

In this episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we sit down with Pierre Tabbiner, a Halifax-born creative with over 22 years of experience and a reputation for blending strategic thinking with eye-catching design. For Pierre, great work isn’t just award-winning, it’s purposeful, impactful, and made with the audience in mind. An honours graduate of NSCC’s Graphic Design program, Pierre has partnered with s...

Today on Make My Logo Bigger, we’re exploring the intersection of branding, design, and social impact with Navdeep Parmanand, a social entrepreneur and founder of Celebrate Your Curves. Navdeep is reshaping what inclusive fashion looks like through a made-to-measure brand grounded in body positivity, adaptive design, and sustainability. Originally from Punjab, India and now based in Canada, she ch...

On today’s episode of Make My Logo Bigger, our guest is a passionate leader and a powerful advocate for mental health in Canada. Starr Cunningham is the President and CEO of the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, where she’s devoted her career to breaking down stigma and strengthening communities. A 2024 Atlantic Top 50 CEO Award winner, Difference Makers Award recipient, and graduate of the...

On this episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we sit down with storyteller, filmmaker, and changemaker Andre Anderson: a tenth-generation African Nova Scotian whose work is redefining how we see ourselves, our communities, and our history. As the founder of Anderson Films Inc. and the creative mind behind acclaimed documentaries like Standing Tall, Under Pressure, and Talk Therapy, Andre uses film as a...

In this episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we are excited to welcome Tyler MacLeod and Adam Sterling, co-founders of Halifax’s rising agency Rhyme + Reason . Sit back as we chat with this dynamic duo and dive into how they built their shop, how creativity and strategy can compliment each other, and what strengths their collaboration offers in today’s fast-changing marketing world. It’s an episode you...

On this week's episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by Michael Kabalen, a leader who’s redefining what bold action looks like in the world of affordable housing. As Executive Director of the Affordable Housing Association of Nova Scotia , he’s not only building homes, he’s building narratives that shift public perception and influence policy. Join us as we talk about how to lead with p...

Today on Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by Jenny Smith, President of the Ray Creative Agency and one of Canada’s top creative leaders. Based in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Jenny has over 30 years of experience, hundreds of awards, and the distinction of judging at the Cannes Lions twice, making her the only woman east of Toronto to do so. She and her female led team are a force to be reckoned wit...

This week on Make My Logo Bigger, we’re excited to welcome the President & CEO of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce , Patrick Sullivan. With a network of nearly 2,000 businesses under his leadership at the HCC, Patrick is a champion for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth in the region. Sit back and enjoy as we dive into his approach to building strong business communities, the role m...

On today's episode of make my Logo Bigger we welcome award-winning cinematographer Jeff Wheaton. With an impressive portfolio spanning feature films and television, including The Trades, This Hour Has 22 Minutes, Black Cop, Murmur, and Sex and Violence, Jeffrey’s artistic vision and keen eye for detail have made him a sought-after creative force. In this episode, we’ll explore the power of vis...

On this episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by a true anomaly in the advertising world, Don Veinish. At 69 years old, and with 47 years in the industry, Don has led creative teams, shaped campaigns across North America, and has even picked up a few awards along the way. As a partner and co-creative director at Northern Creative Agency , he’s seen it all; from the golden age of print to th...

This week, we have a return guest, a great friend of JIVE, Callie Gallant . Callie is a marketing powerhouse and community advocate who never tires of learning more about her discipline. With over 20 years of experience creating impactful campaigns, Callie shares with us her journey from corporate marketing with global brands to a purpose-driven career with Nova Scotia’s not-for-profits. She refle...

Join us for our exciting second episode of Season 4 of Make My Logo Bigger! We’re joined by the incredibly talented Mel Hennigar ; an award-winning copywriter, creative director, and emerging producer. Mel’s career has taken her to the heart of advertising and marketing, where she crafted compelling narratives for some of the region's most prominent brands — earning plenty of accolades along the w...

On this episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we’re joined by Peter Woodward, Managing Director and Owner of Shortstop —and a longtime friend of JIVE. With 14 years of experience, Peter combines creative vision with analytical thinking to tackle challenges and push boundaries. Join us as we explore his career journey, his bold approach to creative production, and his insights into the ever-evolving worl...

On this week’s episode of Make My Logo Bigger, join us as we chat with a return guest, our dear friend and Armbrae Academy ’s Admissions and Marketing Director, Suzanne Morrison. Suzanne is a Cape Breton native and St. F.X. graduate who has acquired a rich background in communications and event management. With extensive experience in tourism, marketing and advertising, Suzanne has also been a key...

For today's special instalment of Make My Logo Bigger - we're turning the mic on the JIVE team! Guest hosted by our good friend from National PR , Jon Richard , we set off to deep dive into the workings of JIVE. With our hosts turned guests, James Ingram (Owner and Director) and his two right-hand men; Mark, and Rix, this episode offers valuable insight into processes, beliefs, and values...

On today's episode, we're deep diving into the world of advertising creativity with a true maestro in the field, Jon Richard. Jon isn't just another creative mind; he's a seasoned Advertising Creative with over a decade of experience in decoding the essence of both people and brands. Currently with National PR, Jon brings a unique blend of expertise and passion to the table. With i...

On today’s episode of Make My Logo Bigger, we welcome an incredibly gifted photographer, teacher, mentor, and our dear friend, Ingram Barss. Recently, Ingram has taken his talent, and fostered it in the classroom, gifting his knowledge of photography to students for the past 16 years at NSCC . Today, we are lucky enough that he shares some of that with us. Ingram comes by his talent honestly, havi...

Join us for this instalment of Make My Logo Bigger as we sit with a true trailblazer in the realm of photography and digital imaging, as well as a mentor and friend to JIVE, David Campbell. From his beginnings of capturing medical marvels at Mount Sinai Hospital to co-founding one of Eastern Canada's leading commercial studios with Robinson/Campbell & Associates LTD, our guest's lens h...

It’s our pleasure to welcome to this installment of Make My Logo Bigger; Pattison Outdoor’ s, Sherry Kirwin. Sherry has always had a passion for the Advertising Industry, and after graduating from Georgian College with a diploma in Advertising, got her first job at Dartmouth Cable’s ad channel. From there, to a short stint in Newspaper Ad sales, Sherry then landed at Pattison Outdoor Advertising....