The Finance Cafe

In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, host Shauna Frederick is joined by Shanakay Hall to explore what it really looks like to build consistent financial habits as a busy entrepreneur. The conversation focuses on what it means to stay connected to your finances in a way that is realistic, sustainable, and supportive of everyday business life, especially when capacity is limited and demands...

In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, co-founders Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun shift the conversation to focus on something just as important as business performance: your personal income. At The Finance Cafe, the work has never been just about the numbers themselves, but about the connection between those numbers and the way we experience them in our everyday lives. This conversatio...

On this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, we are digging further into our theme of the month, Money Mindset, and the ways women entrepreneurs can start to shift their relationship with their numbers. Host Shauna Frederick is joined by Stefanie Beharry for a conversation about how getting more connected to your finances can change the way you feel about running your business. Together, they expl...

In this episode, co-hosts Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun explore what is really happening when a woman entrepreneur says, “I’m just bad with money.” Is it truly about discipline? Or is there something deeper underneath the surface? This conversation dives into the concept of financial safety and how our earliest experiences with money shape the beliefs we carry into adulthood. From what was m...

In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, host Shannon Pestun is joined by Dr. Wendy Cukier, one of Canada’s leading voices in entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusion, for a timely conversation about what women entrepreneurs need to know as they head into a new year. Together, they unpack the data, research, and real world insights shaping the future of women owned businesses across the cou...

Money can feel heavy, stressful, and deeply personal, especially when you’re building a business and carrying more than just the numbers. This episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast with Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun talk about our connections with money, and why it sometimes feels so hard or overwhelming to be better with money.  This conversation invites you to step away from discipline-based...

In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , host Shannon Pestun welcomes Laura McDonough , Associate Director of Insights & Knowledge Mobilization at the Future Skills Centre. Laura leads national research and knowledge-sharing efforts that help shape evidence-informed policy and practice across Canada’s skills ecosystem. With a background in research and evaluation at United Way Greater Tor...

Starting a new year as a woman entrepreneur is not about hustle or vague intentions. It is about making clear, intentional financial decisions that support both your business growth and your long-term wealth. In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , co-hosts Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun kick off 2026 with a practical conversation about financial goal setting for women who are running r...

Welcome to our final episode of The Finance Cafe for 2025! In this special year-end wrap-up, co-founders Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun reflect on the lessons of the past year and share practical habits to bring into the year ahead. In this episode, Shauna and Shannon dive into a topic every entrepreneur can relate to: you don’t have to go it alone. Entrepreneurship is often celebrated as ind...

In this episode of The Finance Cafe , Shauna Frederick sits down with Julie Dimitri, National Manager for TD Women in Enterprise, to explore how women entrepreneurs and women-led businesses can thrive with the right banking support.  Julie brings over 20 years of professional experience spanning business development, sales leadership, startup operations, and talent management. After moving from Mo...

Thinking about incorporating your business? Before you file the paperwork, make sure you understand what’s really at stake. The decision between a sole proprietorship, partnership, or incorporation can shape everything from your taxes and liability to your long-term financial success. In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , we sit down with Ronke Omorodion, principal lawyer at Lexion Legal a...

Financial literacy means more than understanding spreadsheets and statements. It’s about seeing the full picture of your financial health and how it connects to the life and business you’re building. In this special Financial Literacy Month episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , co-founders Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun invite you to talk money and explore why the term financial literacy some...

What if the next generation of entrepreneurs didn’t have to unlearn bad money habits, but instead grew up confident in their financial choices? In this episode of The Finance Café Podcast , Shannon Pestun sits down with 12-year-old entrepreneur Abby Adams, whose curiosity, drive, and financial awareness are far beyond her years. At just twelve, Abby has built her own dog walking and care business,...

What if access to capital wasn’t the biggest barrier for women entrepreneurs? What if the system itself was designed to recognize your potential, your innovation, and the impact you’re already creating? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , Shannon sits down with Arielle Land, Director of Operations at Movement51, to explore how the organization is rewriting the story of venture capital—on...

What if the end of your year didn’t feel rushed or overwhelming? What if, instead of stressing about budgets, taxes, and unfinished goals, you could pause, reflect, and take intentional action to finish the year with clarity and confidence? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , co-founders Shauna Frederick and Shannon Pestun guide entrepreneurs through five powerful questions to reconnect...

What if your business finances didn’t feel overwhelming? What if, instead of losing sleep over bookkeeping and cash flow, you had a trusted partner helping you make confident decisions about growth? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , Shauna sits down with Sukhanpreet Dhanotta , Partner at Grewal Guyatt LLP, to talk about why building the right financial support team is one of the smarte...

What if running your business didn’t feel like a constant juggling act? What if, instead of being tied to the day-to-day, you could focus on growth, strategy, and thriving as a CEO? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , Shauna sits down with Melanie Seneviratne, founder of Your Fractional COO Inc., to talk about how small business owners can implement systems and processes that actually wo...

What if your marketing wasn’t just a series of campaigns, but one of the most valuable assets your business owns? What if, instead of chasing quick wins, you focused on building something that would keep working for you years from now? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, Shannon sits down with Sarah Carmichael, Founder & CEO of Bees and Honey Creative, to talk about the long game in m...

What if the value of your business wasn’t just in the products you sell or the clients you serve, but in what you’ve built behind the scenes? What if creating a business that could run without you was the key to building lasting value? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast , Shauna sits down with Candice Hartwell, Partner at VEER Business Advisors, to talk about business goodwill, sweat equi...

What if small mindset shifts could change the way you show up in your business—and unlock the clarity and confidence you’ve been craving in your financial decisions? In this empowering episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, co-founders Shannon and Shauna explore five simple yet powerful shifts that can help women entrepreneurs feel more in control of their finances and more connected to their busine...

What if your banker could be more than just someone you call when you need financing? What if they were a true partner—someone who understands your vision and helps you bring it to life? In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, Shannon sits down with Alla Brisky, Regional Manager Prairies, Women in Enterprise at TD, for a conversation every woman entrepreneur needs to hear. Whether you're...

On this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, Shauna is joined by Patricia Yun, Head of Digital Commerce at TD Bank, for a conversation about building stronger, safer small businesses through the power of digital commerce. With over 15 years of experience in financial services, Patricia brings a deep understanding of how entrepreneurs can use the right tools to support, grow, and protect their busi...

On this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, Shannon is joined by decolonial facilitator, speaker, and connector Vanessa Lesperance for an eye-opening conversation about what it means to challenge the systems we’ve inherited, and imagine new ways of doing business that center humanity, relationships, and sustainability. Vanessa is a proud mixed heritage Métis woman reclaiming her Red River roots a...

In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, Shauna is joined by transformational coach and entrepreneur Kate Hanson, founder of Kate Hanson Co. and RaisCo Coaching, for a deeply honest conversation about why success should never come at the cost of your health, happiness, or peace of mind. Known for helping high-performing entrepreneurs and professionals design businesses that support their whole...

In this episode of The Finance Cafe Podcast, Shauna is joined by Shulamit Ber Levtov—The Entrepreneurs’ Therapist—for a powerful conversation about the money narratives that hold women back, and how reclaiming financial power can be a pathway to healing, confidence, and control. Known for her work at the intersection of mental health, entrepreneurship, and financial psychology, Shula is a bold voi...