CanadianSME Small Business Podcast
Welcome to the CanadianSME podcast, a podcast for Canadian Small Businesses. In our podcasts, we interview Canadian experts and entrepreneurs to give small business owners access to expert knowledge that helps them grow their enterprises. Our mission is to empower Canadian small and medium enterprises and help them reach a bigger audience through our platform. Calling upon some of the most successful subject matter experts in the industry, the small business podcasts aim at identifying issues and finding solutions, all this while helping the business owners.
Episodes
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by SK Uddin. In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence is transforming catastrophe management as natural disasters place growing strain on Canada’s insurance industry.
Our guest is Dan Lawrence, CEO and Co founder of Atlis AI. A seasoned growth executive, Dan shares how Atlis automates emergency response and vendor coordination to reduce costs for insurers while...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how fatigue risk management is emerging as a critical lever for improving frontline safety and human performance.
Our guest is Andrew Morden, CEO of Fatigue Science, the company behind Readi, an AI powered platform that predicts individualized fatigue risk up to 18 hours in advance without wearables or hardware. Andrew shares how ma...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how modern wealth management technology is helping firms transition from fragmented legacy systems to integrated, scalable digital platforms.
Our guest is Benoit Fleury, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at d1g1t Inc. With over two decades of experience across Algorithmics and S and P Capital IQ, Benoit shares how institutional g...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Kripa Anand. In this episode, we explore how small and mid-sized businesses can defend against today’s increasingly sophisticated cyberthreats without enterprise-level budgets.
Our guest is Francis Pilon, Director of Sales at StreamScan, a Canadian cybersecurity firm providing continuous monitoring from its Montreal-based security operations center. Francis shares what rea...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how small and mid-sized businesses can build sustainable, revenue-focused marketing strategies by aligning creativity, data, and operational excellence.
We’re joined by Kevin Hayes, Head of Growth at Soulpepper Marketing, a Vancouver-based agency known for helping professional service firms boost lead generation and intake performan...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari, where we explore insights and solutions that help organizations operate securely, scale efficiently, and innovate with confidence. In this episode, we dive into digital transformation, cybersecurity, AI, and automation, and how managed services simplify growth for Canadian businesses.
Our guest is Habib Malik, CEO of MSP Corp and Co-founder of Groupe Access, w...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we unpack what it really takes to implement AI automation that delivers durable, real world results beyond hype.
Our guest is Zane Frantzen, VP of Platform and Operations at SimplyAsk.ai and founder of Symphona, an AI automation suite designed to reduce manual work through process first automation while keeping humans meaningfully involved.
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Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari, where we explore the strategies and tools helping manufacturing businesses achieve operational excellence. Today, we’re diving into the world of ERP, supply chain management, and AI, and how modern systems empower manufacturers to operate with greater precision and efficiency.
Our guest, Robert Jolliffe, President and CEO of Sabre Limited, brings over thirty y...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how shifting consumer behavior and AI-driven commerce are reshaping the future of retail in Canada.
Our guest is Caila Schwartz, Director of Consumer Insights and Strategy for Retail and Consumer Goods at Salesforce. Caila breaks down key insights from 2025 Canada Cyber Week, explains how AI agents are transforming product discovery...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. Today, we’re diving into the complex world of government funding and how Canadian entrepreneurs can navigate a broken system to access the capital they need.
Joining us is Jonathan Stacey, Co-Founder and CEO of Grant Fund Pro. After consulting with over 160 companies, Jonathan developed a platform that uses AI to automate the grant application process, helping...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by SK Uddin. Today we explore commercial insurance and how technology is transforming the way entrepreneurs access fast, reliable, and affordable protection for their businesses.
Our guest is Cheryl Fearon, Vice President of Sales at Zensurance. With over twenty years of sales leadership experience at companies like Apple and Bell, Cheryl now supports a platform that has serv...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore the Silver Tsunami and the growing urgency around business succession as thousands of Canadian owners prepare for retirement.
Our guest is Liz MacRae, Co Founder and President of Village Wellth. A serial entrepreneur and recent Calgary.tech Top 10 Company to Watch honouree, Liz shares how software, advisory support, and capital acce...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore Sovereign AI, data governance, and open source infrastructure, and why Canadian businesses must reclaim control of their data to stay secure and competitive.
Our guests are Brock Rowlands, CEO, and John Galbraith, VP of R and D at Evormore. With decades of expertise in AI enabled product development, manufacturing, and resilient sys...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how AI, automation, and system design help leaders unlock more freedom, enhance performance, and build sustainable digital growth.
Our guest is Lilia Olvera, Founder of 15 Element, an AI driven agency specializing in B2B digital transformation. With over a decade of expertise in user experience, lead generation, and performance syst...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari, where we explore how fintech leaders are reshaping access to credit through AI, strategic partnerships, and disciplined growth. In this episode, we examine how purpose-driven financial platforms can scale responsibly while expanding inclusion for underserved consumers.
Our guest is Noah Buchman, Co-founder, President, and Chief Revenue Officer at Propel Holdin...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore secure remote access, privileged access management, and how AI can be integrated responsibly into modern IT operations.
Our guests are Marc-André Moreau, CTO at Devolutions, and Chris Steffen, VP of Research at Enterprise Management Associates. Together, they unpack Devolutions’ new Model Context Protocol (MCP) server, why secure AI...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari, where we explore how inclusive leadership and thoughtful talent strategy help organizations perform at their best. In this episode, we focus on DEI, representation, and why inclusive hiring still matters for building resilient, innovative teams.
Our guest is Ross Cadastre, Founder of BIPOCJobs.ca and VP, Professional Resourcing at MIR Digital Solutions. Ross s...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how enterprise digital solutions and operational excellence help B2B agencies drive innovation and deliver consistent value in an AI-driven market.
Our guest is Janice Lee, COO and Partner at Dotfusion Technology Inc. and Founder of Verity Leadership Development. Janice shares how Dotfusion blends enterprise-grade thinking with agen...
Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how capital, mentorship, and strong networks unlock confidence and growth for women entrepreneurs across Canada.
Our guest is Shauna Harper, CEO of WeBC, a federally funded organization supporting thousands of women in British Columbia with financing, expertise, and peer connections. Shauna shares why investing in women is an econom...
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As we kick off 2026, small businesses across Canada are facing a whirlwind of challenges—from rising costs to shifting trade dynamics. But what’s the path forward? Dan Kelly, President & CEO of CFIB, joins us to break down the 2026 outlook and what Canadian entrepreneurs need to know to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.
In today’s episode, we dive into:
🔹 What CFIB’s key prio...
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