Women in Leadership and Entrepreneurship

Join Heather Barnhouse, Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them.

Women in Leadership and Entrepreneurship is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 0 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #109

  From engineering to entrepreneurship through strategic risk-taking

  Sep 16, 202643 min

  Join Heather Barnhouse , Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In this episode, Heather welcomes Navin Sidhu , Partner at Alair Homes St. Albert and Founder of Fab Hab Interiors, to discuss her journey from civil engineering to entrepreneurship in residential construction and design. Navin shares how stepping away from engineering to raise her family led to an unexpected career pivot, the growth of her interior design business, and ultimately a partnership with Alair Homes. She reflects on the value of calculated risk-taking, mentorship, lifelong learning and building diverse professional networks, while offering practical advice for women pursuing careers in STEM and entrepreneurship. Navin also explores Backfill, an innovative housing initiative focused on sustainable infill development, intergenerational living and creating stronger, more connected communities through thoughtful design and collaboration. To learn more about Alair St. Albert, visit their website .

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  Episode #108

  Building future-ready leaders in a changing world

  Sep 2, 202645 min

  Join Heather Barnhouse , Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In this episode, Heather welcomes Dr. Ayana James and Megan Luu , co-founders of Straad. Ayana and Megan share the personal and professional journeys that led them to build a strategy and leadership advisory firm focused on helping organizations navigate complexity and change. They discuss the importance of developing resilient leaders, fostering organizational readiness, and creating cultures that embrace learning and adaptation. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, leadership development, and the challenges of scaling a professional services business while staying true to its purpose. Ayana and Megan also reflect on the role of strategic foresight, the impact of emerging technologies such as AI, and their vision for supporting the next generation of leaders through the Strad Institute. To learn more about Straad, visit their website .

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  Episode #107

  Reimagining AI through Indigenous perspectives

  Aug 19, 202650 min

  Join Heather Barnhouse , Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In this episode, Heather welcomes Shani Gwin , Métis entrepreneur and founder of pipikwan pêhtâkwan and wâsikan kisewâtisiwin. Shani discusses how her lived experience, curiosity and commitment to Indigenous advocacy inspired her to build both an Indigenous public relations agency and an AI-driven technology company. The conversation explores the opportunities and risks associated with artificial intelligence, the importance of Indigenous voices in technology governance and the role businesses can play in creating more inclusive systems. Shani also reflects on leadership, entrepreneurship, navigating barriers to capital as an Indigenous woman founder and how ADHD has shaped her approach to innovation, resilience and problem-solving. To learn more about pipikwan pêhtâkwan and wâsikan kisewâtisiwin visit their websites https://www.pipikwanpehtakwan.com/ and https://www.wasikankisewatisiwin.ca/ .

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  Episode #106

  Episode 106: Designing a business for the next 100 years

  Aug 5, 202639 min

  Join Heather Barnhouse , Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In this episode, Heather welcomes Rachel Mielke , founder and CEO of Hillberg & Berk. Rachel reflects on her entrepreneurial roots and the journey from designing jewelry at her kitchen table in Regina to leading a nationally recognized Canadian brand. She discusses the balance between creativity and business leadership, lessons learned from opening stores across the country, and how the company adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rachel also shares insights on building a strong community around a brand, developing confidence as a founder, and creating a sustainable approach to growth. Along the way, she highlights memorable milestones, including appearing on Dragon's Den, creating jewelry for Queen Elizabeth II, and partnering with Team Canada. Throughout the conversation, Rachel emphasizes the value of trusting your instincts, investing in relationships, and building a business that supports both professional success and personal well-being. To find out more about Hillberg & Berk, visit their website .

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  Episode #105

  Building with purpose, exiting with intention

  Jul 22, 202634 min

  Join Heather Barnhouse , Partner in our Edmonton office, as she explores women in leadership and entrepreneurship, and the ecosystem that supports them. In this episode, Heather welcomes Dawn Harsch entrepreneur, board member and former CEO of ExquisiCare. Dawn reflects on the rewards and challenges of creating an innovative senior care model, leading a growing organization through periods of change and ultimately guiding the company through a successful sale. The conversation explores the business side of mergers and acquisitions, the importance of finding the right strategic partner and why founders should think carefully about their next chapter long before a deal closes.To learn more about Dawn, visit her website .

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