In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with the Co-Founder and CEO of ColdStart, Brandon Teller. ColdStart is an AI program designed to automate your marketing channels and decrease your marketing spend using SEO tactics. The results of ColdStart since launch have been astounding to say the least with customers […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with the Founder and CEO of IntroStars, Mike Adams. After 28 years of experience in tech sales & marketing including time at Zoom, Apple, and HP, Mike has become the king of networking and calls himself a super-connector. He’s also a startup investor, mentor, and […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with financial coach, Marcus Brown. For over 20 years, Marcus has been involved in growing and sustaining many successful small businesses and increasing wealth for his clients. He’s an experienced financial coach specialising in financial advising, financial management, wealth building, strategic planning and fiscal responsibility. Watch […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with the Founder & CEO CITIZN, Murray Simser. Murray is a serial tech entrepreneur whose software has been used by millions of people. His latest venture is the AI company CITIZN and its flagship products HumanityGPT & DemocracyGPT powered by a global societally-owned […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Eric Krull. Eric currently serves as the Director of Programming for Out In Finance, an LGBTQ+ nonprofit founded in Chicago in 2019 which brings together LGBTQ+ finance professionals and their allies to network professionally and work towards making the financial services industry […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Founder and CEO of So.Gay, Alex Hughes. Alex is an award-winning and innovative media executive who has 13+ years of experience at some of the world’s most prominent internet businesses, including Yahoo, AOL, and more. His work has driven tens of billions […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Jordan Robinson, the CEO and Founder of FTNSS. Jordan is a 2x startup founder originally from Detroit who now calls Toronto home. His previous roles included positions at Apple, Warner Bros Music and Automobile Magazine but now Jordan is focused on growing FTNSS. […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with business growth strategist, Marc Smith. Marc has over 40 years of diverse experience in driving growth and innovation across multiple industries. Most recently as a fractional COO of a multi-location cafe, Marc successfully overhauled operations, introduced modern HR policies, implemented strategic marketing initiatives, and boosted […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with entrepreneur, Cat Perez. Cat and partner Marianna Di Regolo – Cat’s wife – co-founded Famm together, a platform that makes it easy to discover and support hundreds of LGBTQ+ owned brands and service providers. Cat is the CEO of Famm and has […]

Normally I’m the one doing the interview, but this week we’re flipping it and reversing it and I’m the one being interviewed. Back in June, I was on the Making Good Podcast throwing down some mad knowledge about SEO and business. It was so well received by listeners that I asked host Lauren Tilden if […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with entrepreneur, Ryder Damen. Ryder is a creative technologist, content creator, and the CTO of Cache, a brand new Toronto startup in the fashion resale space. Ryder is bullish about taking big risks and reaching for delusional goals. Watch on YouTube — ► Today’s […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with CEO of Grengine Inc, Connie Stacey. Connie is both the founder and owner of Grengine Inc, an award-winning battery manufacturer located in Edmonton, Alberta. She founded Grengine in 2014 with a desire to replace diesel generators with a clean energy alternative which […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with investment specialist, William Burckart. William co-founded The Investment Integration Project (TIIP), which helps investors manage systemic risks and invest in related solutions. He is also an Adjunct Professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with CEO & Co-Founder of Bindr, Mary Richardson. Mary brings over 6 years of experience in building startups, marketing, community building, public speaking, and software to her role as CEO. Her experience in being involved in software companies, as well as her social […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with the Owner of The Bourbon Pub & Parade in New Orleans and co-founder of Girl Bar, Sandy Sachs. Recognized in OUT Magazine’s ‘Out100,’ Sandy has been instrumental in shaping spaces for the lesbian community, beginning with the co-founding of Girl Bar in […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Co-founder and CEO of Dayo, Corey Scholibo. Dayo is the first-ever mental health company that pays people to stay off social media. Corey recently sold his last venture Wile, a plant-powered, naturopathic, wellness brand for peri-menopause and midlife, where he served as […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Idara Effiom and Eli Kriv from Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce, also known as the CGLCC. Every year the CGLCC runs its “OUT for Business” mentorship program for 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs. Since 2017, they’ve been empowering 2SLGBTQI+ business owners with mentorship from local […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with entrepreneur and founder of the app “Drag Me,” Ailsa Blair. Ailsa is a neuro-diverse trans-non-binary queer, who grew up in Liverpool, England. At heart, they’re a product design leader, having spent over a decade in the field. Ailsa was part of the […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with Renée Yoxon. Renée is a gender-affirming voice teacher with a passion for voice education, creativity, and vocal curiosity. Since 2010, they have taught thousands of students how to love their voice. Their strength as a teacher is explaining complicated concepts in plain […]

In this episode of The Business Gay Podcast, host Calan Breckon speaks with HR Consultant & DEI Specialist, Clea Arrieta. Clea is a big sister, first-generation Canadian, and queer woman of colour. She’s had the deep privilege of working with incredible teams within the tech, non-profit, and civic organizing spaces that are focused on creating […]