Mike Andrusyk Hello, my name is: Mike Andrusyk Name ofcompany: Joe Barista Gourmet Coffee Position: Joe’s Major Domo In business since: 2012 I’d describe this business: A unique alternative to regular brewed office coffee. Espresso based coffee fresh from bean to cup. Smartest thing I’ve done: Go into business for myself. Dumbest thing: See above… Success [...]

Coin Coin Designs & Co. My Name: Renée Gruszecki Position: Owner In business since: 2011 I’d describe this business: I help people ‘get lucky’ by mixing history with fortune, creating one-of-a-kind, Canadian-made coin jewellery designs inspired by vintage jewellery, and by the enchantment of my found lucky-penny collection. Smartest thing I’ve done: Save my pennies! [...]

[one_half] Nourished Foods & Catering Hello, my name is: Neala Zoccole Position: Chef/Owner Partners: None In business since: September 2012 I’d describe this business: As a natural catering company that sources local/organic food in an eco conscious manner. Smartest thing I’ve done: Finally making the decision to open Nourished Foods & Catering and become my own [...]

Laurie Dolhan Name of company: ContractMe.ca Position: Owner/President Partners: None In business since: Officially launched on January 31st, 2012. Still a newborn, but growing fast. I’d describe this business: “Do you know someone who does _______?” Yes, we do! ContractMe.ca provides free online tools to easily connect businesses, non-profits and government with local experts. Smartest [...]

[one_half] Andrew MacKean Name of company: Nova Vaults Inc. Safety Deposit Box Centers Position: Owner/President Partners: Dr. Richard Homburg In business since: We open for business April 17th, 2012 I’d describe this business: As the first non-bank safety deposit box center in Canada and the first of its kind to utilize a German-designed automated access and retrieval system. Smartest [...]

[one_half]  Josh Hogan Name of company: Red Tentacle: A Music Solutions Company Positions:  Co-Owner Partners: Hassan King In business since: December 2011 (previously operated under Hogan Media Relations) I’d describe this business: Red Tentacle is a multi-faceted music solutions company specializing in media relations, artist development, & concert promotion. Smartest thing we’ve done: Created a [...]

[one_half] Mathew Benvie Name of company: Evolve Fitness Positions: Owner In business since: 2009 I’d describe this business: As an affordable place to get in shape without anyone knowing about it!  The gym is completely private, just the trainer and client with no one else watching. I have a degree in Kinesiology, a trainer certification [...]

[one_half] Nora Powell + Graham MacDonnell Name of company: Béo Spa Positions: Nora: Owner and master Aesthetician, Graham: Owner and master Hairstylist In business since: May 2009 I’d describe this business: As a successfully growing spa that creates a friendly and relaxed experience for our clients. Smartest thing we’ve done: Opening our own business! Dumbest [...]

[one_half] PHIL HOLMANS Name of company: World Tea House Position: Owner Partners: None In business since: 2010 I’d describe this business: We specialize in organic fair trade loose leaf teas from around the world.  We sell retail as well as serve them freshly brewed.  We make tea fun and exciting with our signature tea fusions: [...]

[one_half] Avril Brown Name of company: Prep Home Staging & Redesign Position: Chief Property Prepperr Partners: Not directly but every client is a partner. In business since: 2010 I’d describe this business: Lifestyle merchandising. Peeling back the layers of everyday life & artfully editing to reveal the potential & possibilities of a home to a [...]