In this special episode of "This Commerce Life," host Phil travels to St. John's, Newfoundland, where he tours the Newfoundland Chocolate Company with founder Christina Dove. Christina shares her remarkable journey from neuroscientist to chocolatier and gelato expert, detailing how she built her thriving business from her basement to a factory producing 40,000 chocolates daily.
The conversation explores Christina's commitment to all-natural ingredients, avoiding preservatives and artificial dyes by using fruit-infused white chocolate for coloring. Listeners will discover how the brand has grown from a small operation to wholesaling across Canada while promoting Newfoundland's culture through its packaging and products.
Christina provides insights into her inclusive workplace philosophy, highlighting how she designs her production processes to accommodate neurodiversity and support employees from various backgrounds. The factory incorporates braille, multiple languages, and color-coding systems to ensure everyone can communicate effectively.
From navigating pandemic challenges with 113 staff to creating innovative treats like chocolate capelin and gelato made with Newfoundland ingredients, this episode offers an inspiring look at a business that combines scientific precision with cultural celebration and human-centered management.
Find Christina here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-dove/
Check out Newfoundland Chocolate Company here: https://www.newfoundlandchocolatecompany.com/
Thank you to Field Agent Canada for sponsoring the podcast. https://www.fieldagentcanada.com/
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