Back in the first week of March, we sat down with Donna Pollock, Executive Director of Community Futures Chatham-Kent. A lot has happened since that time, including the COVID-19 outbreak. The information in this podcast is still as relevant now as it was at the time of the recording. Learn about CFCK, how they are a great partner for not just loans…

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As we draw to a close in 2019, we take some time to meet with Stuart McFadden, Director of Chatham-Kent Economic Development to discuss the year and to talk about the New Year ahead.Hear about how it has been a year of change and realigning priorities, as we move forward, we are looking at a year of growth for the region. The Chatham-Kent Economic …

Pamela Morgan from Freedom 55 joins us to discuss a real-life example of a business that had to close business due to a life threatening illness – and what could have been done to safeguard against having illness cause such a catastrophic impact. We look at business interruption insurance and things business owners, and even employees, need to know…

Lori Marshall, President and CEO of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, sits down to discuss health care, our hospitals, and the future of care in 2020 – spoilers, there are some huge technology changes coming to improve patient care!www.ckha.on.caThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from acros…

We call in the experts from Exordia Creative to discuss marketing, social media, and the changing digital environment. Hear from two passionate entrepeneurs who are helping to change the face of Chatham-Kent.The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Chatham-Kent E…

In less than a year Comfortable Dwelling has opened their doors, added new warehousing space, and is talking about expansion plans! Check out this success story and the two amazing people behind itLocation: 32 Queen St N. Tilbury, ONhttp://www.comfortabledwelling.com/@comfortabledwellingdesignThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way t…

Tina and Dakota from Nurse Next Door discuss starting a new business, technology, customer service, marketing on social media, and so much more.www.nursenextdoor.com The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Chatham-Kent Economic Development at www.investck.ca…

Tech meets fashion in this episode of our podcast. We talk about starting, launching, and growing a business - also looking at how trends are already changing her business modelThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Chatham-Kent Economic Development at www.inve…

Samantha McFadden from Advanced Basement Systems joins us to talk about their growing business and also to dive into thoughts on marketing strategies that are working for themwww.advancedbasementsystems.net“All things basementy”@Teambasementy #ckontThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from ac…

October is Small Business Month and we are wrapping things up with a conversation with Lori Sheppard from Workplace Safety and Prevention Services. They provide free services to over 167000 business in Ontario, and can help you too!www.Wsps.ca/smallbusiness Lori.shepherd@wsps.ca1-877-494-9777The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to…

Episode 21 - Plugged In Chatham-Kent: Dare to DeclareDebbi Sluys from Dare to Declare sits down to talk about business, how she is helping people create personal development plans, and the dozen events she has been involved with latelywww.debbisluys.comThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news fro…

Ontario Tourism Innovation Lab and Chatham-Kent Tourism sit down with us to discuss the new SPARK Program: a $3000 grant and mentoring program!Learn about the program and how to apply ASAPwww.tourisminnovation.ca/chathamkentNeed help with your business planning - contact us: www.investck.ca@SWOTourism @VisitCK @CKEcDev #ckontThe Chatham-Kent Econom…

We sit down with Brent Ripley from Betty Brite to talk about their latest major investment: new technology, new staff, and an renewed environmental focus.https://www.bettybrite.com/#ckontThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Chatham-Kent Economic Development a…

In this special episode, we sit down with Jason Guttridge, CEO of 7 Farms Down Inc. to discuss the aftermath of the fire that swept through and destroyed a building housing QPS Heating and Cooling, Dave Polowick Design, and 7 Farms Down. Each business is back up and running in less than 24 hours are open for business. QPS Heating and Cooling: www.q…

Manufacturing Day is almost here and we sit down with Nicole Beuckelare from the Lambton Kent District School Board to discuss the program and what it means for students to get out of the classroom and visit manufacturershttps://oyap.com/en/about_oyap/what_is_oyap/#ckontThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and…

As part of Small Business Month we sit down with Angel Bilagot who recently launched her new business - The Co. - in Chatham. We discuss her business, amazing people in the community, and dive into a wealth of events she is a part ofhttps://www.facebook.com/thecochatham/#ckontThe Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share informati…

Ryan Rusnak from Advanced Realty and the Chair of this year's United Way of Chatham-Kent campaign stop in to talk about real estate, housing, and business in Chatham-Kent. Joining the discussion is Ashley Ewald, a CIBC Mobile Mortgage Specialist and all around amazing person, to bring top advice for people looking at mortgage and lending options. w…

Episode 14 - Plugged In Chatham-Kent: Wooly DoodleMassive growth, new lines of clothing, and QUITTING HER FULL-TIME JOB just weeks ago: it's been quite a year for Elizabeth Suni and her company Wooly Doodle. https://woolydoodle.com/The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. …

What an exciting day! Yvonne Pilon, president and CEO of WEtech Alliance, sat down with us to discuss technology, business, great things happening in Southwestern Ontario, and SO MUCH MORE Did you know that @wetechalliance is now in Chatham every 3rd Tuesday of the month to help businesses @yvonnepilon https://www.canadalearningcode.ca/code-mobile/…

Wade from Wader Likes Media stopped by to chat about his love for media. We cover everything from video, to story telling, to drones in this fun and uplifting episode.The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Chatham-Kent Economic Development at www.investck.ca…

Rachel Schwarz from BRIO Academy, located in Chatham and now in Ridgetown, sits down with us to discuss business, life, and hints at her love of tacos. The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Chatham-Kent Economic Development at www.investck.ca…

In a special treat, we get a chance to catch Kim Cooper, former Economic Development Officer and world-famous Ag Guy for a conversation. It was a great conversation about the past, present, and the future of agriculture.The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. Check out Ch…

Episode 9 - Plugged In Chatham-Kent: Red Barn BreweryWe sit down with Sandy and Denny Vervaet, two of the three owners of Red Barn Brewery (along with partner Dan English) in Blenheim, Ontario. Learn about their business, how it is being developed, their exciting Build the Barn campaign, and lots more. https://www.redbarnbrewing.com/https://buildth…

In this special edition we start with some breaking news about new business and industrial land available for development in Chatham-Kent. We then chat with Moréna McDonald about the success of the Dresden Night Market and her business - 519 Events and Promotions. https://www.facebook.com/519eventspromo/We also cover upcoming events, activities, an…

The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. This was a great chat with Katie Zimmer-Vilaranda, Founder of Position One SEO. We talk Chatham-Kent, business, events, success and failures, and so much more!positiononeseo.comCheck out Chatham-Kent Economic Development at www.inve…

The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. We sit down with Pat Whalen from 42 North Integrated Marketing to discuss marketing, the future, and dreams of turning the Chatham-Kent corridor into a technology super-centre. www.42north.caCheck out Chatham-Kent Economic Developme…

The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. In today's podcast we go a bit off the rails and chat for almost an hour. We talk business, social media, pizza, @YvonnePilon, and so much more. Thanks to Jordan from Knaiziew Optometry for the engaging conversation!https://www.knia…

The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. This week with talk with Rose Linseman from RAD Studio and John Fry from JM Fry about their businesses, the environment, and their love of Chatham-Kent.Check out Chatham-Kent Economic Development at www.investck.ca.…

The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. This week with talk with local Influencer and all-around amazing business woman, Emma Butler. Emma is the owner of J&E Meats and co-owner of 519 Events and Promotions. https://www.facebook.com/jandemeats/https://www.facebook.com/519…

The Chatham-Kent Economic Development Podcast is a way to share information and business news from across the region. We will look to cover topics including:- Boots on the street: a summary of the news from EDO’s- Week in review: overview of key highlights from within the communityo Wallaceburg & District Chamber of Commerce introduces Jill Misselb…