Network = Networth

Join Tina McAulay, President of Solasta Lighting Ltd., as she brings over 15 years of experience in the lighting industry to the table. Designed for property managers and business professionals, this podcast sheds light on how top-tier customer service, competitive pricing, and efficient solutions can make your job easier and your spaces brighter.

Discover insights on industry trends, tips for streamlining property management with r...

Nithin Jacob Eapen is a product designer, educator, and creative thinker with over a decade of global experience. His journey spans vibrant cities like Milan, Bangalore, Dubai, and Kuwait City, where I’ve designed everything from consumer products and furniture to digital experiences, branding, and interiors. Currently based in Halifax, Canada, He is the Founder and Design Director of Handyield Designs, a product design studio focu...

Jake Smith is a whirlwind of ambition, creativity, and resilience—a self-proclaimed “Jake of all trades” with a passion for blending beauty and business in the most authentic way possible. Growing up in the conservative town of Truro, Jake first dabbled in makeup privately, wondering if he’d ever get to reveal his true self. Fast forward to Halifax, and he’s now in a community that embraces him, where he empowers others—especially ...

Helen has been working in client-facing businesses for over 15 years. With 10 years of combined experience in mortgages, banking and finance, she is excited to bring her passion for helping clients and financial expertise to your service.

She joined the mortgage industry when she bought her first home and was absolutely fascinated by the process and experience. She wanted to help others navigate smoothly through what is us...

Ola Williams is a retail entrepreneur and techpreneur, with 20+ years of frontline retail and progressive leadership experience, including financial management expertise in small and large companies across a number of industries. She is the President of Cornish's Variety (cornishvariety.ca), a retail company located in Trenton, Nova Scotia. 

Ola is on a mission to prove that by showing kindness to yourself and your loved ones, ...

Celebrate Your Curves Fashion specializes in inclusive fashion for all sizes, shapes, and contours. They offer petite, plus-size professional clothing to ensure comfort and style for everyone, including those with disabilities and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. Their mission is to empower through diversity, body positivity, and personal style. They are a made-to-measure concept which means we make the clothing that fits you and ONLY YOU.

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Jake Smith is a whirlwind of ambition, creativity, and resilience—a self-proclaimed “Jake of all trades” with a passion for blending beauty and business in the most authentic way possible. Growing up in the conservative town of Truro, Jake first dabbled in makeup privately, wondering if he’d ever get to reveal his true self. Fast forward to Halifax, and he’s now in a community that embraces him, where he empowers others—especially ...

Meet Fran, founder and CEO of Essentially Fran, a wellness entrepreneur, and former exercise physiologist with a passion for helping busy professionals on the verge of burnout reclaim their joy, peace, and balance. Fran specializes in proactive, preventative, and holistic approaches using essential oils, mindfulness, breathwork, and ancient wisdom techniques to empower clients to reduce stress and live healthier, more joyful lives.

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In this episode, Kathy continues to provide great insights into travelling in the post-pandemic world. She equips us with the knowledge of what to expect and what countries it may be better to avoid for now.

Kathy’s passion for travel & creating personal travel experiences led to the creation of Wanderlust Excursions in 2016. This travel business was carefully curated and developed to ensure that goals such as; Creatin...

Kathy’s passion for travel & creating personal travel experiences led to the creation of Wanderlust Excursions in 2016. This travel business was carefully curated and developed to ensure that goals such as; Creating positive impacts on the lives of my clients, through travel and worldly experiences. Although the destination is a key factor, Kathy places more emphasis on the “Journey and Experience” gained! Affirming the belief ...

This episode featuring Julie Power covers everything from her upbringing to the struggles of having the right amount of insurance coverage with our ever-changing climate.  

"To say a bit about myself: I am a proud Newfoundlander who moved here in 2000. I have lived in Dartmouth for the past 18 years, I am a graduate of Dalhousie University, a mother to a wonderful teenage daughter, and I love spending time with my fam...

Domitille du Rostu is a clinically trained osteopath originating from France. Throughout her life, she has not been one to shy away from adventure and has seen the world over. In this episode, we explore Domitille's excitement and challenges of being away from her home country, we also explore her professional background in osteopathic medicine and physiotherapy.

"I have been living in Fredericton for almost a ye...

Cameron is in his third year in business as a Wealth Coach with Magnify Wealth. He specializes in helping clients achieve financial freedom by multiplying the use of their money. As an authorized infinite banking practitioner, Cameron provides innovative financial strategies that promote independence and control. His commitment to educating clients on how to take control of their financial future is matched by his passion for build...

Amanda's love of numbers started at a very young age, knowing she wanted to be an Accountant since seventh grade. She secured her very first accounting job at the age of 19, while in the process of gaining her Bachelor's degree in Accounting. She is used to the balancing act of school, multiple jobs, and life's chaos. Since becoming a mom, she has decided to savour her time and utilize it in a non-traditional busines...

Meet Basam Murtaza Tahoor, the visionary behind Tahoors Creative Marketing and iClick Agency. With over nine years of experience, Basam has led innovative marketing strategies, empowering over 150 startups and international businesses to thrive. As the founder of iClick Agency in Kabul, Afghanistan, and now leading Tahoors Creative Marketing in Halifax, NS, Basam continues to drive excellence in digital marketing, branding, and cli...

In this installment of Network = Networth we explore the entrepreneurial journey of Kat Roberts, owner and operator of Surface Float. Born in Mexico, Kat immigrated to Canada with her parents at the age of four; with her arrival came the entrepreneurial drive still present in her today. This episode covers Kat's journey from her childhood endeavour of delivering newspapers to owning one of the largest holistic health centres i...

Join us on Network = Networth as we explore the inspiring journey of Jonathan Chen, founder of FORTUNESTART. Originally from Shanghai, Jonathan came to Canada with a vision but faced numerous challenges in the job market. This episode delves into his transition from managing investments in Asia to helping local businesses thrive by addressing their supply chain needs. Jonathan highlights the critical role of networking in his succe...

Stephanie has been a handful right from the start. A true East Coaster, her natural curiosity about how things worked often led her to be a bit of a troublemaker during her childhood. She frequently dismantled items but struggled to reassemble them.  As the years passed, Stephanie's passion for hands-on learning and self-sufficiency only grew. Now, through The Project Garage she aims to create a supportive environment for anyo...

In this episode of Network = Networth, we sit down with Jonathan Chen, a dedicated entrepreneur who transitioned from being an Investment Advisor for Maersk in Asia to becoming the driving force behind FORTUNESTART in Canada. Jonathan shares his story of overcoming obstacles, such as the cold reception he received when he first arrived in Canada, and how those experiences fueled his passion to support small businesses. Tune in as h...