The Winning in Winnipeg Podcast

Is there an Architect's guide to success?  Now there is.

Meet Shane Solomon, President and Founder of Republic Architecture Inc. In this long-awaited conversation, we dive deep into the world of architecture as Shane shares his unique journey that lead him to found a leading multidisciplinary design firm in Winnipeg:  Republic Architecture.

Republic Architecture takes on diverse and innovat...

More money, more problems. So who are the next-level investing gurus who help athletes manage their wealth?

Brian Coughlin is the Vice President and Investment Counselor for Cardinal Capital and the head of Cardinal Sport. In this episode, Brian shares his journey from playing hockey in the WHL to becoming a top investment advisor for athletes, doing next-level investing for their clients.

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Dr. Greg Kos, known as 'the body whisperer', has made the pursuit of pain free living, both in body and mind, his personal and professional obsession.  He is now the owner of Koss Chiropractic in Winnipeg.

In this episode of Winning in Winnipeg, Dr. Kos shares his journey with chiropractic care, from early career challenges to his developing fascination with Chinese medicine and acupuncture as alternativ...

Scott Gilmour helped take APEX Surety & Insurance Ltd from a scrappy startup to a thriving insurance business.  This is his story.

In this episode of Winning in Winnipeg, I speak with Scott Gilmore, founding partner of Apex Surety and Insurance. Scott shares his transformative journey from corporate law to the insurance industry, recounting his many failures and insights along the way.

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Retired NHL Star to Entrepreneur, Dale Weise has lived every boy's dream!

In this episode of the Winning in Winnipeg Podcast, Dale Weise shares his transformative journey from professional NHL hockey player to thriving entrepreneur. Dale opens up about overcoming challenges in his sports career, discovering new passions, and managing his new venture, 3 Seasons Landscaping.

Dale emphasizes t...

Jason McLean, author of "One Drop of Water" who went from suicidal to mental health advocate, aims tackles the stigma of men's mental health, and mental health in general.

Jason McLean is a Winnipeg-based author, speaker, educator and mental health activist. Through his own battle with mental illness, Jason has made it his mission to help empower others who are struggling with mental health issues and to...

This is how Ian Lee built a thriving security company in Winnipeg; by unlocking the power of SMART surveillance and data gathering.

Ian Lee is a tech and security solutions innovator in Winnipeg, MB.  In this episode, Ian shares his entrepreneurial journey with AVO Solutions and Flow Analytics, both companies that provide surveillance and security solutions for a variety of businesses.  We cover a wide a...

Take a look inside the world of luxury real estate and what it takes to build a life of success with one of Winnipeg's top realtors, Bobby Wall!

The Bobby Wall Team is setting the standard in results-driven real estate, with unprecedented sales achievements in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. Bobby is taking client service and deal-making to a whole new level, armed with a wealth of resources, connections...

What are the secrets of good leadership?  Dr. Stephanie Van Deynze-Snell went from farm girl to business visionary by focussing on sound business practices and the mental health of her employees.

Dr. Deynze-Snell is the co-owner and CEO of Central Veterinary Services in Oak Bluff, MB.  Besides being a vet herself and CEO of the clinic, she is also deeply interested in cultivating a business environment w...

Don Amero is all about spreading love through music. Is there a better way?

Don Amero is a celebrated and Juno-nominated country and folk singer-songwriter straight from the heart of Winnipeg! In this incredible episode, Don shares insights on music, authenticity, the creative process, indigenous history and identity, the power of music and so much more.

Don also gets candid about his roots, the challenges social media presents in ...

Meet Leah Hextall, the first female NHL play-by-play announcer who started as a small-town reporter and ended up working for #ESPN!  Leah recently made an incredible keynote speech at #TCSLive called "Not One of the Boys" - definitely a MUST listen.

In this incredible conversation, Leah gets real about the preparation required to call games at a national level, the criticisms she's faced as a "first", an...

What's the best thing you can do to improve your health in 2024? The answer might be more straight-forward than you think!

Meet Dr. Pascal Breton, a Chiropractor at Lindenwoods Chiropractic Clinic in Winnipeg. In this re-mastered re-release of our conversation almost 30 episodes ago, I pick Dr. Breton's brain about the power of movement - how something so simple as getting up and moving more can transfor...

From side hustlers to thriving Winnipeg entrepreneurs: the magic of 6 Degrees Photobooth and the power couple behind it.

Meet Christina and Sambath San, the inspirational power couple behind Winnipeg's incredibly successful 6 Degrees Photobooth company. In this episode, we dive into their story of how they took a part-time photobooth business and transformed it into a full-fledged venture that captures lasting memories at events ac...

Meet Sandra Hodzic, daughter of an immigrant family who struggled to belong but ultimately overcame hardship and self-doubt to reinvent herself. After an unexpected career in government, she took a leap into entrepreneurship to create positive change in her community. Sandra is a public sector leader, innovator, entrepreneur, peer-reviewed author, keynote speaker, facilitator, strategist, business consultant, and much...

What Can Entrepreneurs Learn from McDonalds?  Turns out, a TON!

Meet Dave Watson, owner of the Chamois Car Wash in Winnipeg.  Dave is applying the McDonald's business model of franchising to his own niche!  In this episode, we discuss his business philosophy, how he has navigated recessions, the importance of systemization, attention to detail, and creating memorable experiences for every customer.

Does good journalism still matter in the age of TikTok?  Nicole Dubé, former CTV reporter turned messaging guru, reflects on her incredible career and shares what's still to come!

Nicole Dubé left CTV News to pivot toward strategic messaging and media training. Discovering meditation during the pandemic lead her to reevaluate and start her own consulting business helping clients craft compelling messaging. We discuss her story, the...

Profit and navigate the market like a pro with insights from Winnipeg's own real estate broker Akash Bedi!

In this episode I sit down with one of Winnipeg's top real estate brokers and owner of two REMAX executive offices, Akash Bedi, to uncover the truth about the local housing scene and explore the challenges of charting a path to success in the industry.

With over 117 agents under his um...

This week's guest is Leilah Perchaluk, founder of Knew House in Winnipeg!  Leilah started in archaeology and after a brief foray into the insurance industry founded Knew House to help meet the need for a community of entrepreneurs, business owners and other female leaders in Winnipeg.

We dive into Leilah's unique entrepreneurial journey, the highs and lows of running a business, the importance of creatin...

In this episode of Winning in Winnipeg, I interview Debbie Golub and Amanda Minuk, the founders of 'Design Shop' in Winnipeg.

Surpassing their five-year goals within just 18 months, Design Shop has an incredible reputation and is in high demand with builders, architects and other clients in the city.  Amanda and Debbie themselves are not only fun and energetic, but incredible at what they do, bringing gr...