In this episode of the Business in the Open podcast, host Vanessa Smith interviews CeeJay Amadi, the founder of Wheelie Bin Doctors. Vanessa and CeeJay delve into his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his roots in Nigeria to establishing a garbage bin cleaning business in PEI. They discuss CeeJay's early struggles, his inspiration from his mother's business acumen, and the transition to Canada for higher education. CeeJay shares insights on running his business, marketing efforts, community impact, and balancing multiple roles such as coaching soccer and recruiting for Holland College. His emphasis on service over profit and the significance of community support offers valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Connect with Wheelie Bin Doctors:

https://wheeliebindoctors.com/

https://www.instagram.com/wheeliebindoctors/

https://www.facebook.com/wheelibindoctors

This episode was audio-produced by Adam Ramsay.

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In this episode of the Business in the Open podcast, host Vanessa Smith sits down with Jay Gallagher, founder of Fuel Your Body Healthy Meal Delivery Inc. Jay shares his inspiring journey from Ireland to Canada, detailing his transition from a career in construction to starting a successful healthy meal delivery company.

The conversation covers his early struggles, the challenges and benefits of working with influencers, and the significance of community support. Jay also discusses business management and plans for future growth.

Tune in to learn about the importance of quick decision-making, continuous improvement, and giving back to the community.

Connect with Fuel Your Body:

https://eatfyb.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/eatfyb/

https://www.facebook.com/eatfyb

This episode was audio-produced by Adam Ramsay.

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On today's episode, we sit down with Colin Younker, Owner of the Spa Total Fitness Centre, a staple in the Charlottetown fitness community, and a franchisee for Little Caesars Pizza - a North American pizza chain known for their “Hot & Ready” pizzas. We chat about:

• How his business partnership with his cousin come about

• How the purchases of his businesses came to be

• What does a typical day look like managing multiple businesses

• The importance of supporting community

• Advice around being a leader to a large staff

• How he juggles work and life with three little ones at home

• What's next for his businesses

This episode was audio-produced by Adam Ramsay. (adam@adamramsay.com)

A big thanks to our sponsors Hijinks Design Agency & Fuel Your Body for making this episode possible.

Learn more about Hijinks at https://www.hijinksagency.ca/.

Learn more about Fuel Your Body at https://eatfyb.ca/

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