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Alberta, Rise for Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa made landfall on Jamaica on October 28, 2025, as a Category 5 storm, leaving families searching for loved ones, homes torn apart, and whole communities crying out for help. Many Jamaicans in Alberta have spent recent weeks glued to their phones, calling relatives through tears, and waiting for news. The emotional weight on […]
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The Talent Edge

When most founders think about getting ready for funding, their minds immediately jump straight to pitch decks, financial models, or market research. And yes, those are important. Yet another piece that investors look for that often gets overlooked is your people strategy. Over the years, I have seen that Investors are not merely funding ideas. […]
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Navigating the Pathways to Financial Prosperity

Why Every Entrepreneur Needs a ‘Data Room’ Mindset  In business and in life, financial prosperity isn’t just about how much you earn- it’s about how prepared you are. Whether you’re running a startup, leading a small business, or building personal wealth, your greatest advantage lies in clarity.  In wealth management, we often talk about the […]
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The Fix That Can’t Be Named

When Improving AI Means Admitting You Caused Harm Companies ship model updates every day. What they rarely ship is honesty, the courage to say, “We got the last version wrong.” In high-stakes systems such as credit, hiring, and housing, that silence is a strategy. In 2019, a tech founder said his Apple card limit was […]
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From Credibility to Capital

For Gateway Holistic Care Group, CARF accreditation is more than a certification—it’s a declaration of trust, quality, and accountability. As one of Alberta’s few Black-led care organisations, Gateway Holistic shows that diverse leadership strengthens both service quality and community trust. This milestone is not only professional—it’s a symbol of inclusion and representation in the care […]
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Making Every Dollar Count

The moment funding lands in your business account, it creates excitement, accomplishment, and a strong push to do more. But before spending a single dollar, there’s one mindset shift I always emphasise: you don’t have to spend it all.  Ask yourself, “How much will I save?” It is crucial to go back to your budget […]
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Investing in Africa’s Digital Future

Scaling Canadian Capital into High-Growth Markets Africa’s digital transformation has become a national priority. Governments are recognising that technology can drive development, inclusion, and innovation in every sector, from education and healthcare to trade and finance.  What is happening on the green continent today presents one of the most exciting opportunities for international investors, especially […]
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Building Brands in the Age of Tech

I have always believed that a strong brand is the foundation for growth and funding readiness. Long before a business seeks investors or expansion, clarity of identity determines how confidently it stands in the market.  A consistent brand identity keeps an organisation anchored to its purpose, mission, and long-term goals. That alignment becomes a compass […]
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Building the Invitation

How Immigrant Techies Network Is Powering Canada’s Tech Future Immigrating to Canada in 2011 marked an unexpected detour in my career. Years of work in academia, research, teaching, and leadership suddenly felt erased. My credentials didn’t translate, my experience seemed invisible, and the professional identity I had built in Nigeria no longer opened doors. That […]

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