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The importance of a positive mindset

Eno Eka is a highly accomplished business analyst and consultant based in Calgary, Alberta, who has made significant contributions in helping professionals and immigrants kick-start their careers. With more than 100,000 professionals from over 90 countries benefiting from her career coaching and keynote speaking, she is widely recognized as an award-winning career coach and mentor.

Eno Eka’s expertise in business analysis extends to her role as a content developer and course instructor at the University of Manitoba, where she develops and teaches courses on the subject. Her passion for business analysis led her to establish the Business Analysis School, where she helps professionals harness their skills in the field to secure lucrative 6-figure jobs. Additionally, Eno is the CEO of Eny Consulting Inc., where she helps businesses optimize their performance and achieve their revenue goals through the effective use of digital technology. Eno’s dedication to the field of business analysis and her commitment to helping professionals and businesses succeed have established her as a respected leader and authority in the industry.

In just six years since arriving in Canada, Eno has touched the lives of thousands of immigrants, curating mentorship and coaching programs that have earned her global recognition and awards. She is a dedicated volunteer and sits on the Board of the IIBA Calgary Chapter as Director of Education, and also volunteers at several non-profit organizations such as the Calgary Region Immigrant Employment Council (CRIEC), Calgary Dream Centre, and the Calgary Drop-in Centre.

Eno is also the host of the Fireside Chat with Eno Livestream Podcast, where she shares valuable insights on job search tips and strategies for new immigrants. She is a Giving Back Sponsor for the Women in Need Society (WINS), and a Campaign Ambassador for the United Nations and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.

Her remarkable awards and achievements speak for themselves, including Forbes 30 under 30 nominees 2020, Education Category; Alberta Top 30 under 30 recipients 2021; Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 award Winner 2022; RBC Women of Influence 2020 Award Recipient; and Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada 2020 Award Recipient, among others. She was also a Finalist for the RBC Top 75 Canadian Immigrant Awards 2020, Alberta Women Entrepreneurs Nominee 2021, and a Women Empowerment Awards and Women of Impact Awards Nominee in 2022. Additionally, she was a Tällberg/Eliasson Global Leadership Prize Nominee in 2020 and a Black Entrepreneur of the year Finalist in 2022.

Eno’s exceptional contributions to the industry have earned her recognition as one of the Top 8 Female Business Analysis Influencers to Watch in 2021, and she is also an IIBA Global Corporate Member and an IIBA Endorsed Education Provider for all IIBA certifications. Her dedication to her profession and to helping others is evident in her numerous achievements, and she continues to inspire and impact the lives of professionals and immigrants alike.


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Realizing the vital importance of prioritizing self-care

As an entrepreneur navigating significant life changes and milestones, Jacquie Verenka embarked on a transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. Through this process, she realized the vital importance of prioritizing self-care—a lesson that resonated deeply with many others she encountered along the way. Witnessing firsthand the struggles of those around her ignited a passion to create a space for healing and renewal. This inspiration led to the founding of JV Ventures Retreats, where she aims to provide others with the time and tools they need to reconnect with themselves and embark on their own journeys of growth. Through these retreats, she aims to foster a community of healing and transformation.

Her retreats are designed not only to foster personal growth and well-being among participants but also to create a positive impact in the community. She believes that meaningful transformation extends beyond individual experiences: by partnering with local charities and causes, Jacquie aims to Give Back and support those in need. Each retreat incorporates opportunities for participants to engage with and contribute to these initiatives, fostering a spirit of connection and shared purpose. Together, people can grow while uplifting their community.


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Make sure to set up your anti-goals

Paul Atherton is the CEO and Co-Founder of Highspire, a premier learning experience for construction company owners, complemented by a powerful venture capital division. With a wealth of experience as a seasoned business coach and professional engineer, Paul has been guiding businesses toward success since 2017. His expertise is deeply rooted in the construction industry, where he has made significant contributions across North America and China, working with clients in key sectors such as onshore/offshore oil and gas, mining, and manufacturing.

Beyond his leadership at Highspire, Paul is a long-time advisor in the construction sector, known for his strategic insight and ability to drive growth and innovation. His commitment to excellence, coupled with his industry-spanning experience, has established him as a trusted figure in helping companies navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic goals.


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The best advice for immigrants or newcomers is to follow the local rules and the laws

Hanson Zhang is one of the owners of Three Bridges Group, a real estate development company. As a Chinese immigrant who moved to Canada 14 years ago, Hanson is captivated by nature’s beauty and the Canadian people’s warmth. However, the awe-inspiring Niagara Falls left a lasting impression on his family during their North American tour in 2008 before they immigrated As Three Bridges one of their projects is to build a stunning mega mixed-use complex in front of Niagara Falls that matches the natural wonder’s beauty. They have purchased the property already and aim to create a space that will serve our beloved tourists in the best possible way.


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The Canadian Marketing Maverick Revolutionizing Tech and Fintech with Bold Strategies and Real-World Success

Victoria Taylor, hailing from Vancouver, Canada, is the marketing consultant you want on your entrepreneurial journey. With nine years of experience and a sharp focus on the tech, SaaS, and fintech sectors, she’s not just talking the talk—she’s walking the walk. As the founder of Xisme, Victoria is revolutionizing how businesses create and interact with content. Her professional journey has taught her that success is about more than just hitting targets; it’s about embracing challenges and growing with them. Whether leading workshops or executing game-changing strategies, Victoria brings her unique blend of expertise, wit, and no-nonsense advice to every project. Tune in as she shares the real lessons she’s learned from her path to becoming a successful entrepreneur.


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When fundraising make sure your deck is solid, the story is solid and you have the right investor

Liran Belenzon is the CEO of BenchSci, a biomedical artificial intelligence company he co-founded in 2016. BenchSci’s mission is to exponentially increase the speed and quality of life-saving research, by empowering scientists to design more successful experiments.

BenchSci has grown to over 300 people and raised more than $200 million from top investors, including Google’s Gradient Ventures and F-Prime. BenchSci works with 15 of the world’s top 20 pharma companies, over 4,300 academic institutions, and more than 40,000 scientists. As CEO, Liran strives to inspire people to be the best version of themselves and to make a positive impact on the world. Liran emigrated to Toronto, Canada, and completed his MBA at The University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management. While at Rotman, he worked in the Creative Destruction Lab (CDL), where he met BenchSci co-founders Tom Leung, David Chen, and Elvis Wianda. As a passionate entrepreneur, Liran envisions a future where Toronto and Canada are global leaders in entrepreneurship.


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How TikTok helped Sunday Glow become a 7 figure business

Celine Guo, based in Toronto, Canada, is a dynamic entrepreneur and content creator. After graduating from Boston University’s Media Ventures program, she bootstrapped her skincare and lifestyle brand, Sunday Glow, in 2020. Within two and a half years, she grew it into a seven-figure business. Celine continues to drive the expansion and success of Sunday Glow with her innovative vision and strategic expertise.


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Unlock Success: Why Mastering Survival Skills is Your First Step to Building a Thriving Future

Steeson Mathew is passionate about innovative ideas and is always looking to promote innovation. Steeson shares his journey from India to Canada, where he studied business management and civil technology. Steeson also shared his past experience working in parking lots while studying. And now as founder of Loop Parking he’s pioneering smart parking solutions for cities. Loop Parking, with its AI-driven ParkSense+ feature, offers drivers real-time parking availability, streamlining city life and reducing congestion.


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Choose Success: Your Only Options are Winning or Winning Again!

Thomas J. Sandrin is a highly experienced marketing and branding professional in the luxury watch industry with over 15 years of expertise. Originally from Paris, he relocated to Canada almost two decades ago and established himself as the Canadian Brand Manager for Hamilton Watches, part of the Swatch Group, where he developed a strong reputation and a deep understanding of luxury brand requirements. Thomas further enhanced his skills by pursuing an MBA with the prestigious Australian Institute of Business.

As the Founder and President of Northern Watch Services Inc. (NWS), Thomas empowers authorized jewellers and luxury brands to enhance their brand presence through various services, including e-commerce, social media support, and marketing consulting. His latest venture, WatchDNA.com, aims to connect jewellers with watch enthusiasts. This platform bridges the gap between watch enthusiasts, jewellers and brands, uniting those who share a passion for timepieces and the unique stories behind them.


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Success is habit forming

Leigh Christie is a Vancouver-based engineer/entrepreneur with degrees from UBC & MIT. He invented the machine vision robotic heat spotlight, and The Mondo Spider; a 1,500lb walking machine. In 2009 Leigh co-founded MistyWest, a leading product engineering design firm focused on novel sensors, low-power wireless & edge AI. MistyWest recently created an inference/vision edge device called MistyVision.


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