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We dive into:
• The intention of the podcast and its’ evolution • Important lessons in podcasting and life • Future goals To find out more about Danielle, head back to Season 1, Episode 12.
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With nearly 20 years’ experience in marketing, spanning traditional models to cutting-edge digital strategies, she is often commended for her ability to create impactful and action-provoking campaigns by getting into the mind-set of the target audience. Throughout her career, Alix has led several multi-brand marketing departments, leading strategies and campaigns with concentrations in service, retail and media marketing.
As owner of Every day I’m Branding Inc., Alix uses her problem-solving aptitude and creative flair to build customized branding packages and competitive, conversion-driven digital strategies & content campaigns for small to medium sized businesses. Colleen took the scenic route on her journey towards Social Media Marketing! With a degree in Information Technology and a diploma in Graphic Design, Colleen began her second career with her business, Drawbridge Creative, in 2010, focusing on website design and branding, with social media naturally being in the mix. Simultaneously, Colleen began sharing her personal experiences as a single mom through her blog, aptly named "Curtains are Open." As her blog gained traction and a dedicated following, she decided to explore the realm of Influencer Marketing. Online, Colleen became known as @QueenofCurtains, collaborating with a multitude of brands to promote their products and services through her blog and social media platforms. Additionally, she actively participates in local Content Creator (Influencer) Events, where she both attends and hosts such gatherings. With her extensive knowledge of technology, writing, design, social media, content management, and business, it was only natural for Colleen to take the next step in her career by specializing in Social Media Marketing. She has beautifully woven together her diverse experience and expertise, tying it all with a giant sparkly bow. April has been an active voice for diversity and inclusion for many years. Through her Consulting firm, Crayon Strategies Inc., she helps organizations create the conditions for authentic inclusiveness. She consults and coaches extensively with clients within the public, private, and non-profit sectors.
April served the Province of Nova Scotia from 2018 – 2023, most recently as the Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture. Prior, she was the Senior Executive Advisor to the Deputy Minister of Justice. Before joining the Department of Justice, April was the Executive Director of People and Culture with the Public Service Commission, where she led the creation of the provincial Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. Before joining government, April was a Partner with Knightsbridge Robertson Surrette leading their Career Services practice. April holds an Executive Master of Business from Saint Mary's University - Sobey School of Business and is also a Certified Career and Executive Coach. As a believer in community engagement, April co-chaired the successful 2020 Halifax Mayoral campaign for Mayor Mike Savage. She currently sits on the Boards of the Neptune Theater, the International Women’s Forum (IWF), the Africville Heritage Trust, and the Tribe Network. Previously, she served on the of boards of the North End Community Health Center, the IWK Foundation, the Halifax Partnership, the United Way Halifax, the Black Business Initiative, and Dress for Success. Alana Yorke’s Destroyer is an art-pop stunner that represents both a creative triumph and a personal transformation. From its genesis, the album was anchored in the idea of a solitary descent to face the self and come back wholly changed. The universe of Destroyer is an otherworld where snapshots of Yorke’s psychic landscape are fanned out against a layered musical backdrop coloured by a 21-piece string orchestra, the ultraviolet cool of ’80’s synth-pop, the austere grace and rhythmic cadences of minimalist contemporary composers and the whole-hearted reverberation of anthems that call forth echoes from the unconscious, somewhere between the tidal forces of Kate Bush and Philip Glass. Toward the end of the multi-year effort of making the album, Yorke survived a hemorrhagic stroke which led to unparalleled experiences of existence, and an extraordinary recovery. Now as she rises above the surface, Destroyer has become an offering from the depths, transforming emotions from her singular experience into a gift of universal resonance.
Alana Yorke: http://www.alanayorke.com Heart & Stroke: https://www.heartandstroke.ca Sarah Flemming is the current Executive Director at the United Way of Colchester County.
Sarah is passionate about housing solutions that work in community to keep everyone housed, addressing the impacts of poverty, and advocating for basic income. Sarah is also committed to creating inclusive and accessible communities where every person feels welcome. At home Sarah enjoys hanging out with her family, reading, and getting outside whenever possible! Susan Henderson is currently the Executive Director of the Canadian Mental Health Association, Colchester East Hants Branch. Susan has worked in the not-for-profit and volunteering sector since 1985. This included the beginnings of a number of long standing organizations such as the Colchester Food Bank and the Third Place Transition House. Following 7 years of employment at the Nova Scotia Residential Center she began a 15-year career in youth justice where she was involved in the establishment of the provincial Restorative Justice program. During this time Susan became involved with Nova Institution, eventually serving as the Co-Chair of the CSC National Volunteer Association for 3 years. Susan began her employment with the local branch of CMHA CEH in November of 2010 and continued to serve on a number of Board and Committees. Currently she serves as a Board Member of the Colchester Sexual Assault Center, is the Co-Chair of the Northern Patient Rights Advisory Committee and the Chair of Governors of the Jane Norman College. She is a proud wife, mom of two grown children and two cats. With nature as her reset button, Susan loves to garden and spend time outside. Happiest by the ocean, as much time as possible is spent at her family camp with loved ones and friends. Stacey Harrison is the Executive Director of the Colchester East Hants Hospice Society, a community-based organization that educates, supports, and provides tools to empower those struggling with grief. After spending much of her career in the private sector, she moved to not for profit in 2018 after the death of her mom and is passionate about supporting community. In addition to her work, she spends time in a number of volunteer positions, is a certified yoga instructor, small business owner but most importantly, spends time with her husband Jason and their chocolate lab, Nala planning her next travel adventure!
Laura Simpson is the CEO and co-founder (along Dan Mangan) of Side Door. Side Door’s mission to create shows anytime, anywhere. The platform marketplace connects artists with hosts of spaces to create shows. They make booking, ticketing and payments easy and transparent, without any up-front costs to the user. Laura has spent much of her life serving the needs of artists and promoting live performance. She spent time working mostly behind the scenes at music non-profits, festivals and as an export development program officer. She has hosted house concerts (aka The Syrup Factory) since 2011. She believes experiencing amazing live art in intimate community settings leads to stronger human connection, greater empathy and improved mental health.
Born and raised in Vancouver, she inherited a love for exploration that took her across the globe before settling in Nova Scotia for the past 13 years. As a mother of two, she made the bold decision to leave behind a conventional government job to pursue a more fulfilling and independent career. Driven by her passion for creativity and entrepreneurship, she has carved out a diverse path for herself. Whether she's creating content, managing social media, speaking, making art, or writing, Her approach to every endeavor is infused with the mindset and manifestation skills she's developed over time. She is best known for her #1 Amazon best-seller "Our Best NS Adventure Journal," a project to encourage and inspire Nova Scotians to get out there and explore their own backyard. Through her work, she encourages others to embrace their passions and pursue their own adventures, wherever they may lead. Link to Journal: https://amzn.to/3Q1eT4X
Mandy Wood is proudly a mental health work-in-progress. A radio announcer in Truro, NS for 20+ years, Mandy co-hosts the Pure Country Morning Show. She is also a wife, mother and sexual assault survivor. Mandy has major depressive disorder, C-PTSD and a history of severe panic attacks and self-harm. She shares her story to help confront and eliminate stigmas and stereotypes; but most of all, to show there is hope — You can be at your darkest point and still feel the sunshine again.
*Trigger Warning: This conversation includes references to suicidal thoughts, self harm and sexual abuse. To anyone who may need help to cope with their mental health and/or thoughts of suicide, please, please, please reach out for help. Canada Suicide Prevention: • 1-833-456-4566 (phone) • 45645 (text) • www.crisisservicescanada.ca (chat) Please connect with a sexual assault centre or transition house in your local area: https://endingviolencecanada.org/sexual-assault-centres-crisis-lines-and-support-services/ Starr Cunningham is the President & CEO of the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia.
She is a National Recipient of a ‘Difference Makers - 150 Canadians Leading for Mental Health Award’. Starr currently serves on the Atlantic Bell Let’s Talk Community Fund Advisory Committee. She is Communications Chair for the International Women’s Forum – Atlantic and serves on the National IWF Committee. Starr is a Director of the Board for St. John Ambulance Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island, invested into the Order of St. John, and a member of the National Honours & Awards Committee of the Priory of Canada. Starr was recently honoured with a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal for her work in mental health. A best-selling children’s author and multiple journalism award winner, Starr is a strong voice and recognized personality across the Atlantic region. |
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