The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast
Successful business owners and coaches are invited to speak as guests on the podcast. They will share their experiences and provide advice on topics such as obtaining funding, assembling a team, developing a business plan, and overcoming expansion obstacles. The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast will also discuss the various phases of a company's development, such as the early stages, scaling up, and exit.
Episodes
24 episodes
What is a CPA, What Do They Do & Why every Business Needs One? I Blanchette & Gallucci Inc
In this podcast episode, join Cathy Bernard and Ann Blanchette, a seasoned CPA Auditeur at Blanchette & Gallucci Inc., as she shares insights from her 15 years in accounting. Ann emphasizes the value of obtaining a CPA title, d...
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46:47
From Housewife to Powerhouse Entrepreneur: Andrea's Journey in the Concierge Service Industry - Altitude Connections
Andrea Soueidan is the founder of Altitude Connections, a concierge service catering to personal and corporate clients, offering assistance in various tasks.Altitude Connections provides a wide range of services, including ordering flow...
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28:32
Luciano D’Iorio, SIOR - Montreal's Top Real Estate Issues and Projects To Watch in 2024 (CDN Global)
Welcome to another insightful episode of the Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, hosted by Cathy Bernard! In this episode, Cathy engages in a dynamic conversation with Luciano D'Iorio, SIOR, on a myriad of topics that are shaping Montre...
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53:38
Mireille Dimitry- I Quit My 6 Fig Job To Grow My Side Hustle - Now We Sell Snacks In 120+ Stores (Seed-Me)
Dive into the Entrepreneurial Journey of Mireille Dimitry, founder of Seed Me! Discover her inspiring transition from accounting to crafting healthy energy snacks. From a pandemic-born online venture to 120+ locations,...
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32:31
Georges Renaud I Montreal's Commercial Office Market Amid Remote Work Challenges (Royale Lepage Village)
Discover how the Montreal commercial office market is evolving in response to the challenges brought by remote work. In this insightful video, Georges Renaud (Montreal Commercial Real Estate Expert) & Cathy Bernard, delve into ...
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47:18
Zack Colavecchio - How To Win In Business Against All Odds (Access Signs)
Join us for an inspiring episode of The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, as we delve into the captivating world of entrepreneurship with the remarkable Zack Colavecchio.
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Marie-Pier Hébert - Revolutionizing Employee Benefits: A Unique B2B Family Solutions Service (KiiD)
Join us for an inspiring episode of The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, as we delve into the captivating world of entrepreneurship with the remarkable Marie-Pier Hébert. This episode unveils the extraordinary story of Marie-Pier, th...
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33:39
Anne Edma Louis - A Lawyer's Perspective Business Success (Amlea Legal)
Join us for an insightful conversation on the Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, Cathy Bernard sat down with with Anne Edma Louis, a seasoned business lawyer and entrepreneur. Anne shares her inspiring journey from starting her l...
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34:49
Fabio Zeppilli - Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life - (Bad Monkey Popcorn)
In this captivating episode of The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, Cathy Bernard sat down with Fabio Zeppilli from Bad Monkey Popcorn, a seasoned entrepreneur with a wealth of experience. Fabio shares invaluable advice and key takeaways ...
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42:26
Zvi Shapiro- Building Business Resilience in Uncertain Times (Nulook Office Solutions)
Are you ready to embark on an inspiring journey into the world of entrepreneurship? In this captivating episode of The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, Cathy Bernard sat down with Zvi Shapiro from Nulook Office Solutions, a seasone...
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56:26
Olivier Doucet Désilets - Financial Mistakes Entrepreneurs Must Avoid (AEVUS Wealth Management)
In this captivating episode of The Montreal Entrepreneur Podcast, Cathy Bernard sat down with Olivier Doucet Désilets, the accomplished president of AEVUS Wealth Management. They delved into the world of wealth management and the financia...
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55:49
Jake Karls - How to launch a $100M Chocolate Brand (Mid-Day Squares)
In this heartwarming Podcast episode, Jake opens up about his mission to spread good energy and prove that being true to yourself is the ultimate recipe for success. From being a class clown to facing academic challenges, he shares his ups and ...
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55:03
Rio Infantino - How To Build And Sell A 8-figure Restaurant Franchise (Copper Branch & Real Food Love)
Discover the remarkable journey of Rio Infantino, a visionary entrepreneur who started from humble beginnings in the restaurant industry and rose to become a master of the trade. Learn how he took the leap from working at Subway to creating his...
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45:02
Lora Cerulli - Cutting Out Toxic Family Members, Building Dreams, and Embracing Authenticity
In this podcast, Cathy Bernard interviews Lora Cerulli, president and founder of Group PCV, a headhunting and recruitment company, and shares her inspiring journey of overcoming toxic family members and building her dreams. From he...
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Ben Levine - What It Takes To Build a 4th Generation Business Legacy (Levine Bros.)
The podcast episode features Ben Levine discussing what it takes to build a 4th generation family business.Levine Bros is a family business that has been around for over 100 years, starting as a small plumbing shop and expanding into a ...
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1:00:31
Joe Rullier - From Pro Athlete to Pro Real Estate Expert
This podcast features Joe Rullier, a commercial broker at Colliers, who runs an investment real estate private cap investment.Rullier used to be a professional hockey player, and he was drafted by Rimouski when he was turning 16 years o...
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43:10
Cathy Bernard Answers: Should I Start a New Company or Buy an Existing One?
In this podcast, we will discuss the age-old question of whether it's better to start a new company or buy an existing one. This is a question that many aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners have grappled with, and there are pros and cons ...
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6:23
Luciano D'Iorio - How to Succeed in Commercial Real Estate
Luciano D'Iorio is the managing director of Cushman & Wakefield in Quebec, overseeing the brokerage service line for assets in retail, industrial, and office domains.His team in Quebec has 50 people, but Cushman & Wakefield has ...
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52:11
Rio Infantino - How to Create a Business Empire by Franchising
Rio Infantino used to be the CEO of Copper Branch, a fast-casual restaurant company founded in Montreal that is the world's largest 100% plant-based restaurant chain. - He studied psychology because he wanted to understand people b...
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35:43
What You Need to Know Before Launching Your Franchise
One great thing about buying a franchise is that it allows you to work in a field in that you don’t necessarily have any previous work experience. For many would-be entrepreneurs, franchising is an interesting opportunity as it offers the chanc...
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