The Early Bird Podcast
A Centre Wellington Podcast
Centre Wellington is full of entrepreneurs. These are the folk who get up every morning to make their own way. To take a risk, to begin and make something of their own. The Early Bird is all about telling their stories.
For this podcast, I meet with business to discuss life as a business owner, to share stories of wins, losses, and lessons learned along the way.
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Episode 10: Macho Movers
In this episode of The Early Bird, I sit down with Brad, the owner & founder of Macho Movers. Believe it or not, but owning a moving company wasn't exactly what he was planning, and it wasn't his first attempt at entrepreneurship either. But now he's over 10 years into owning one of the most recognizable moving companies in Southern Ontario.
Brad shares the story of how he went from working in a cookie factory to launching a successful business. We talk about his unorthodox approach to marketing, the lessons learned through mistakes and successes, and what he envisions for the future of Macho Movers.
Episode 9: CW Co-Work
In this episode of The Early Bird, I sit down with Sara, the owner & founder of CW Co-Work, the first of it's kind in Centre Wellington!
CW Co-Work offers a cabin-inspired work space for other entrepreneurs, or anyone who wants to work outside of the house. Sara shares the story of how she went from working in BC to starting a business in Centre Wellington, Ontario. We talk about her passion for collaboration, and her journey to create the perfect place for businesses to meet at the junction. It’s an open and honest conversation about entrepreneurship, journey, and trusting the process.
Episode 8: PN Barbershop Studio
In this episode of The Early Bird, I sit down with Pedro, the owner of PN Barbershop, a stylish barbershop in the heart of downtown Fergus. Pedro shares the story behind launching his business, from a COVID Launch, to a surprise broadcast on CTV . We talk about his passion for hair design, and his journey from Puerto Rico to Canada. It’s an open and honest conversation about entrepreneurship, journey, and taking risks.
Episode 7: Flora Urbana
In this episode, we listen to Sarah, the owner of Flora Urbana! She may only be a few months into owning her storefront, but she’s been on her ‘plant journey’ for years. You’ll hear how she went from having hundreds of plants in her mom’s guest bedroom, to having storefront in downtown Fergus
Flora Urbana is more than just a plant store, but a place to learn and get educated together, with plants!
Episode 6: The Wild & Free Cafe
Today's guest, Twila Erb, is the owner and founder of The Wild & Free Cafe in Elora, Ontario.
Twila didn’t just want to have a coffee house, but she wanted to change lives. Listen in to hear about how she is fighting against human trafficking, and empowering women.
Episode 5: Play with Clay
In this episode, we chat with Mario, who is the owner and operator of Play with Clay, with locations in Guelph, Cambridge, Hamilton, and of course, Fergus!
Play with Clay is more than just a pottery store, but a place where memories are made. It’s special, and has already touched the lives of so many people.
Episode 4: Fergus Pet Corner
Today's guest, Francesca Augello, is the owner and founder of Fergus Pet Corner, a Fergus-based pet store.
At Fergus Pet Corner, pets are more than just animals…they're family! They're dedicated to providing everything you need to keep your pets happy, healthy, and thriving.
Episode 3: Green Valley Event Rentals
In this episode, we chat with Amy Jackson, who is the owner and founder of Green Valley Event Rentals, a Guelph-Eramosa-based event rentals business.
At Green Valley, Amy is passionate about making celebrating life’s milestones easier and more joyful, with beautiful rentals and friendly service.
Episode 2: Brehn Home Solutions
Our second episode features David Kooiman, owner of Brehn Home Solutions, a Fergus-based general contractor.
At Brehn, their team is passionate about elevating your property's potential with comprehensive construction and renovation solutions, tailored to exceed your expectations and enhance your lifestyle.
Episode 1: Correct Compliance
Our first guest is Robin Larkin, the owner and founder of Correct Compliance, a Fergus-based safety training business.
Correct Compliance's mission is to help Ontario businesses foster safer and healthier work environments by providing expert training, consultation, and practical safety solutions tailored to your industry.
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