Annex Business Media: Podcasts

The armoured vehicle manufacturing company is hoping to address Canada’s defence needs, with a broad strategy and key connections across sectors.

The head of the Cdn. snack and protein bar business sits down to talk about her journey, challenges in scaling up, and where the business is headed the rest of the year.

Rocco Agostino, executive chef and partner of Libretto Restaurant Group and Enoteca Sociale in Toronto, and Hilary Drago, director of operations, with Libretto Group, join Canadian Pizza editor Colleen Cross in a podcast to discuss the change in model from pizzeria to bar and entertainment spot with a new mission and a new name, Bar Libretto. This well-respected Toronto business, focused on VPN-ce...

Dean Litster and Lisa Bottone join Canadian Pizza editor Colleen Cross us in a podcast to creating Detroit- and Windsor-style pizza without boundaries, smart media strategies that resulted in long lineups and managing the opening of their new pizzeria, Professor Zaaa’s in Windsor, Ont. Dean was Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year in 2019. Read more about his journey here. We hope you enjoy this pizza-...

Protocase is a custom sheet metal, precision-machined parts and 3D printing solutions parts manufacturer. Cofounder Doug Milburn joined to discuss AI, tariffs and defence.

Adam Ward joins Canadian Pizza editor Colleen Cross us in a podcast to talk about love, resilience and creativity. Ward is head chef and co-owner with Sasha Warunkiewicz of Hooray For Pizza Day located inside the Comedy Bar Danforth in Toronto. The path that led to this business model and success is unique and inspiring. Adam achieved second-place honours in the Canadian Pizza Chef of the Year com...

Join CFI editor Andrew Snook and Chris Duncan, MNP’s Northern B.C. regional managing partner and national leader of forestry and forest products services, as they discuss the many challenges the industry faced in 2025 and the road ahead towards a more prosperous 2026. Topics include navigating U.S. tariffs and duties; access to affordable fibre; a new Softwood Lumber Agreement; expanding markets f...

East West Manufacturing is a design, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions company. Their CEO and Co-Founder Scott Ellyson joined CMO to discuss changing supply chains, tariffs, and the Canadian manufacturing industry.

MQuip is an industrial vacuum manufacturer operating in North America out of Burlington, Ont. The founders sat down to discuss their journey, challenges, and where they’re headed next amid tariff challenges and new market opportunities. Regards,

As the Canadian fitness, spa and wellness markets continue to grow, so too does the demand for smarter physical security solutions. In this episode, Brandon Perkins, business development leader at Salto Systems, shares how fitness and wellness facilities can use technology to create a seamless experience for their users and members.

Access management is not just a security measure – it’s a strategic business function that impacts both innovation and operational efficiency for businesses of all sizes. In this episode, Vasili Kourelos, lead of the Eastern Canada business unit for Salto North America, explores the different types, benefits and drawbacks of access management systems, addressing security considerations, misconcept...

Iversoft is a Canadian software company that builds custom solutions across industries, and industry executive Matt Strentse sits down with Canadian Manufacturing to talk about some of the misconceptions, pitfalls and opportunities that are possible as manufacturers consider investments during a trade war.

From government use to access control, biometrics and facial recognition technology hold great potential to revolutionize security systems. In this episode, Jeremy Sneller, managing director of Salto Vision Works, dives into this fascinating technology, with real-world success stories and a glimpse at exciting future trends.

EECOL is an electrical solutions provider that’s recently acquired ISS, an industrial software company, to expand its portfolio and offer a stronger solution to its customers. EECOL is hoping to expand into Ont. in 2025, and through an automation-backed solution, is hoping to stay competitive amid trade uncertainties.

Join CFI editor Jennifer Ellson and Chris Duncan, partner and national leader of forestry and forest products at MNP, as they unpack the forest industry’s biggest challenges and successes of 2024 and look ahead to 2025. Topics include shifting markets, labour shortages, the threat of U.S. tariffs, rising fibre costs, and the impacts of wildfires and storms. They also explore how AI, automation, an...

Canadian healthcare facilities have seen great strides when it comes to modernizing access control. From early wired systems to seamless technology, access control technology has far-reaching effect to staff and patients alike, with benefits spanning across the entire healthcare system. In this episode, Kyle Pfeiffer, healthcare industry leader at Salto Systems, reviews the evolution of security i...

Avnan is a global electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in custom design and manufacturing solutions for OEMs. The business provides end-to-end services in custom electronic product design, contract manufacturing and custom component sourcing. The company serves a number of industries such as HVAC, home appliances, renewable energy, telematics and building automation.

Visitor management systems have evolved from sticker nametags and sign-in sheets to robust platforms to track visitor access to a location. Dan Nohr, Solutions Development Engineer and North American Product Manager for Visitor Management Systems at Salto, shares insights about how visitor management systems can help enhance security, improve efficiency and support compliance and regulations.

Software-defined manufacturing (SDM)offers a way to organizations to better orchestrate work between man and machine and kickstart the long game of effective technology investment to future-proof IT and OT operations. It has the potential to help manufacturers address challenges, satisfy customer needs and create competitive advantage. In this episode of Machine Language, Tim Gaus, Smart Manufactu...

With hemp (or red state weed) thriving in the United States and marijuana still stigmatized, the 2024 election could redefine the future of the North American cannabis industry. Denver attorney Bob Hoban and Vancouver lawyer Rob Laurie explore the implications on both sides of the border. Sponsored by Quality Horticulture

Join cultivators Patrick Pagé of Great White North Growers and Mehgan Race Widdison of Mauve et Herbes as they share their commercial agriculture experiences in Quebec. Hear how their unique lifestyle, commitment to the craft and camaraderie with fellow growers propels the industry forward, creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in Canadian cannabis.

Groupe Marcelle is a Canadian manufacturer of cosmetics, with a supply chain spanning the globe. They are continuing on an Industry 4.0 journey, and the CEO David Cape sits down to talk about how the company has evolved over the years, and where it’s headed next in the world of cosmetics manufacturing.

Want to hear inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers in the construction industry? Tune into this episode of Direct & Current to learn about the Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen’s new Speakers’ Bureau. Host Anthony Capkun is joined by Kate Walsh to talk about this exciting initiative that connects organizations with skilled tradeswomen ready to share their experiences....

A lot has changed in the world of law enforcement since the 1980s. Mike Callaghan, who recently retired as the Chief of the Belleville Police Service, left public safety with over 38 years of policing experience. In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder sat down with Callaghan to look back at his incredible career, and to see what has changed for police most over the la...

Bakers Journal editor Colleen Cross speaks with Anthony Borgo, coordinator of the baking and pastry arts program and professor of apprentice cook and culinary programs at Georgian College in Barrie, Ont., about his work with students, what they are looking for in a career (hint: leadership positions) and what skills the professional bakers of tomorrow are learning. We also delve into Borgo’s rich...