Business Mentorship, Keepin’ It Real

Business Mentorship; “International Award-Winning Child Author" Keepin' It Real with Gabriella Dias Season 6 Episode #228 This interview took place with the approval of Wendy Dias.  We  meet a child author who at the age of 10 had already written a 9-book series.  This year, Gaby was named “Girl of the Year” through Women Changing the World presented by the Duchess of York, Sarah Ferguson.  Let’s...

Business Mentorship; "Life Purpose Concierge” Keepin' It Real with Kathy Baldwin Season 6 Episode #227 We meet Kathy, a Life Purpose Concierge, coach, author and podcast host who’s book is called: “Unlearning the C.R.A.P. and Embracing Empowerment.”   Let’s find out out how this science geek is using an acronym to get our attention for positive change. Our guest joins us from Kitchener, Ontario “K...

Business Mentorship; “Growth Strategist’ Keepin' It Real with Heather Brekelmans  Season 6 Episode #226 We meet Heather Brekelmans who is the founder of 2 Steps Ahead a one stop marketing company that connects customers with clients through storytelling. She uses a tag line “Get Real” which introduces a business strategy with purpose. Let’s find out out how Heather is bridging the gap between grow...

Special Edition Business Mentorship;  Panel Discussion, Keepin' It Real  "Awards and Recognition" Season 6, Episode #225  Welcome to this special edition of Keepin’ It Real panel discussions featuring topics trending in business with small business owners who participate in our global community. Our expert panel are all recent winners in the 2025 Global Women Changing The World Awards and Summit h...

Business Mentorship; “Your Network is Your Net Worth” Keepin It Real with Steve Ramona   Season 6 Episode #224   We meet a podcast host who is a super-connector, specializing in building partnerships through personalized introductions. “The Law of Increase” has become his personal mission as he networks with people around the world.   Let’s find out out how Steve’s podcast “Doing Business with a S...

Business Mentorship; “The Why that Lead to Entrepreneurship” Keepin It Real with Heather Fontez    Season 6 Episode #223   We meet a business owner who has many years experience in the hospitality industry with a Masters in Mental Health Psychology.  Let’s find out out "why" Heather has taken her corporate experience and started a business with her husband in entertainment services. 

   Our guest...

Business Mentorship; ”Creating SheIs Sports Network” Keepin It Real with Brenda Andress   Season 6 Episode #222 We meet a business owner who is an author, former Commissioner of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League, one of Canadas 100 Most Powerful Women and the founder of SheIS a Sports Network with an app that connects female athletes with fans fostering engagement, community and celebration.   Le...

Business Mentorship; “From Monologue to Dialogue: Have Conversations That Convert - Now Launching A Book” Keepin It Real with Shelley Goldstein   Season 6 Episode #221 We meet a business owner who is a trainer, speaker, speaking coach and now author! Shelley has helped hundreds of people in over 40 countries across a variety of industries develop the skills necessary to be empowering, remarkable s...

Business Mentorship; "Author, Founder, Podcaster"  Keepin It Real with Tammy Cohen    Season 6  Episode #220    We  find out how this award-winning author is providing the tools for families to use mobile devices, not as distractions but bridges to more profound, heartfelt relationships.  Our guest joins us from New York, New York: "Tammy J. Cohen is a connector, author, and founder of Women Beyon...

Business Mentorship; “Gallery Owner, Artist and Entrepreneur” Keepin' It Real with Taren White Season 6 Episode #219
 We meet a business owner who is a fourth generation entrepreneur, third generation artist as well as gallery owner and digital marketing expert. Creativity, passion and innovation is how one would describe this small business owner. Let's find out how Taren has created an on-line p...

Business Mentorship; “Holistic Health Practitioner" Keepin' It Real with Marian Egan  Season 6 Episode #218
 We meet a business owner who is an international speaker, author, artist and a Global Award Winner as an Energy Frequency Expert with over 30 years experience empowering change through both in-person and on-line courses. Let's find out how Marian responded to the market and created on-line...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Turning Your Passion for Dogs into a Nationwide Training Success” with Ryan Wimpey Season 6 Episode #217
   We’ll meet a business owner who is the founder of Tip Top K9, and taken his passion for dogs and turned it into a dog training franchise. Let's find out how Ryan has built his business by franchising into 19 locations and 11 states, and you’ve gotta love...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real,  Building A Community through “Pawsitive Perspectives” with Carrie Lehtonen Season 6 Episode #216
 We meet a business owner with a Masters degree in Organizational Development who has made the transition to Holistic Health Practitioner, Yoga Instructor and Author leading wellness retreats and workshops around the world to help her clients tap into their passio...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “The Street Cat" with Craig Colby  Season 6, Episode #215 We meet a business owner with an impressive award winning-career as an executive producer, showrunner, director, and writer with a roster of highly rated television programs who now has his own consulting practise and video production company, colbyvision.  He is also the author of the award-winning book...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Sustainable Stylist - Eco-Chic Fashion” with Shannon  Season 6, Episode #214 We’ll meet a business owner who has made it her mission to empower individuals to rediscover the joy in their wardrobe and embrace a sustainable approach to style.  Make choices that echo beyond the mirror, positively impacting the planet and your own sense of purpose. You’ll find you...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Level Up Your Meetings” with Kristy Hissa Season 6 Episode #213 We’ll meet an enterprise leader who wants you to accelerate organizational momentum and create inclusive decision-making in your meetings. Leveraging AI, this platform helps meeting organizers by automating preparation, providing tailored recommendations, and continuously optimizing time across te...

Business Mentorship; “Entrepreneurship; Sharing Our Great Ideas”Keepin' It Real with Our Expert Panel    Episode #212 Welcome to a special edition of Keepin’ It Real, panel discussions with entrepreneurs who join us to discuss topics trending in business… Our guests join us as small business owners, innovators and collaborators who have taken their great ideas from incubator to success, serving th...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “The Message Therapist” with Hersh Rephun Episode #211 We’ll meet  the Message Therapist, a master communicator who is a creative, author, and podcast host. Let’s find our how he helps 7-figure+ Founders and CEOs find their “next-figure brand voice.” Our guest joins us from Iowa City, Iowa “I have led teams in PR, Creative, Brand Strategy, Global Partner &...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Get Your Design Without the Overhead” with Jen Spinner Episode #210 We’ll meet an entrepreneur with a full service design agency who believes your marketing assets should do more than look great. Let’s hear how your brand image should start new conversations that drive results to help your business thrive. Our guest joins us from Hamilton, Ontario “I am a expe...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Creating Digital Content that Converts” with Joanna Track. 
 Episode #209

   Joanna is one of the first 100 businesses we featured in the series and a lot has changed since we posted her story.  We’ll meet an entrepreneur who is leveraging her extensive experience in both publishing and marketing to develop a valuable partnership model for small and medium si...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Taking Your Virtual Business On the Road” with Salma Burney.  Episode #208 We'll meet a virtual assistant, meeting producer and all round adventurer who during COVID changed her life and is now living off the grid.  Let’s hear how Salma has turned an adventure into a new revenue stream while continuing to be a “Girl Friday.” 

 Our guest joins us from Anagance...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Using Video to Create Brand Advocates” with Chynna Morgan   Episode #207   We meet a tech savvy entrepreneur offering a turnkey solution for launching user-generated video campaigns to help brands capture video testimonials and content from their customers.    Let’s hear how Chynna is using video to amplify your brand driving sales that create brand advocates....

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “Hormone and Gut Health Expert” with Anne Celestin   Episode #206   We meet a registered nurse who is using 4 pillars of fundamental health, nutrition, movement, sleep and stress management to help her clients achieve lasting success.   Let’s hear how Anne helps women to restore their vitality through natural and lifestyle practices. Our guest joins us from Tor...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “MoveOn and Tune In- Different is Just…Different” with Karen Tompkins   Episode #205   We’ll meet an author, speaker and specialist in inclusive eduction with a passion for the stage and sharing her message. Let’s find out how this author of a children’s book is using her skills as an actor, director and educator to help others create harmony in both business a...

Business Mentorship; Keepin' It Real “The “R” Word - Getting Ready for a New Chapter in Life” with Maxine Warsh   Episode #204 We’ll meet a small business owner who is a powerhouse entrepreneur with a successful career who has decided its time to start a new chapter in life. Maxine was one of the first 100 features in this series, who has supported our community through trusted referrals and intro...