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April 11, 2025 20 mins

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 joins us from Hamilton , Ontario 

“Heather is an accomplished hospitality professional with global experience, including leading world-renowned restaurants like Planta Queen and Kelly’s Landing. With senior roles at a prestigious banquet center and as VP of a non-profit solutions company, she excels in event planning, project management, and client relations. Heather’s passion for creating meaningful experiences is backed by a Master’s in Mental Health Psychology. Outside work, she enjoys yoga, running, and exploring Ontario’s outdoors.”


A few of the tips Heather shared: 


1.  Participate in community based business groups 2.  Create a trusted referral partner list  3.  Be mindful of the journey

 

Read Heather's story and connect here...

 

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Thank you for joining us…

We look forward to connecting with you next time for another edition of Keepin’ It Real.

 

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