Harnessing Networks and Hard Work: Denise Goodyear, owner of Intuitive Media, and Alicia Barrett, owner of A2Z Photography, share their entrepreneurial insights. Denise, a CNA alum, explains how hiring CNA work-term students has helped her business grow. She also discusses her commitment to leveling the playing field for all entrepreneurs through accessible marketing expertise and the power of leveraging networks like NLOWE. Alicia brings passion and dedication to her craft, emphasizing the hard work it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur. With her industry accreditation giving her an edge, she continues to put her clients first.

Learn more at https://intuitivemedia.ca/ and https://www.imagesbya2z.ca/.

Season 3 of Best in the Biz is brought to you in partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE). NLOWE offers a wide range of services to members across the province. Find out how you can grow with NLOWE at nlowe.org.

Balancing Business & Making Space for Others: Jessica Brown is an Inuk filmmaker and entrepreneur from Happy Valley-Goose Bay, Labrador. She juggles multiple businesses—Ujarak Media, St. John's Fashion Week, and the Northern Film Initiative—all while being a mom of two. In this episode, Jessica opens up about facing uncertainty head-on and the power of representation. Tune in for her advice on taking risks, staying balanced, and leading with purpose.

Follow Jessica on Instagram @xojessicadbrown or check out St. John’s Fashion Week at @stjohnsfashionweek.

Season 3 of Best in the Biz is brought to you in partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE). NLOWE offers a wide range of services to members across the province. Find out how you can grow with NLOWE at nlowe.org. 

Why ‘People-First’ is Good Business: In this two-for-one episode, we’re joined by Laurabel Mba, owner of Laurabel Mba Consulting, and Kelly Ryan, founder of Nerdy Nutrition Corporate Wellness. Laurabel highlights the critical role of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in creating successful businesses, while Kelly shares how health and wellness programs can engage, attract, and retain employees. Together, they offer insights on fostering a positive workplace culture that puts people at the heart of business success.

You can find Laurabel Mba Consulting at laurabelmba.com and on Instagram @laurabel_mba. For Nerdy Nutrition Corporate Wellness, visit nerdynutrition.ca or connect with Kelly on LinkedIn.

Season 3 of Best in the Biz is brought to you in partnership with the Newfoundland and Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE). NLOWE offers a wide range of services to members across the province. Find out how you can grow with NLOWE at nlowe.org.