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From Oil Fields to Financial Deals
Shifting from a global career in oil and gas to leading a thriving financial services practice is a journey I take great pride in. This transition stemmed from a desire to broaden my expertise and help others navigate wealth management, with a focus on high-net-worth individuals, business owners, and newcomers to Canada. My background in […]
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Blueprints for Change
Architecture has the power to shape the world around us. As founders, Shane and I have always been committed to using that power to reimagine spaces that serve and reflect marginalized communities, particularly Black communities. We believe good design goes beyond just aesthetics. It should be rooted in culture, community, and history. This philosophy drives […]
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Branding with Purpose
I have always believed that representation in leadership is a competitive advantage. Over the years, I have observed how businesses prioritising diversity in leadership strengthen their brand identity and drive sustainable growth. Leadership that authentically reflects an organisation’s position sets the stage for long-term success by encouraging innovation, improving decision-making, and attracting talent and customers […]
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Bridging Culture and Luxury
I started Omi Woods after inheriting my grandmother’s Caribbean bangles. Like so many in the Caribbean, our family honours passing down jewellery as a tradition. My mother and aunts all received their own sets, but when it was my turn, I struggled to find fine jewellery that reflected my culture as a Black woman. I […]
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Cultural Marketing Innovation
Before I define the connection between cultural diversity and marketing innovation, I’d like to clarify how I understand the terms. Cultural diversity encompasses many components, from ethnicity and language to broader demographics, beliefs, and customs. It reflects the unique ways individuals and communities view the world and interpret their surroundings. Marketing innovation, on the other […]
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Grandma’s Recipes for a Business Appetite
Heart, hustle, and heritage are what typically come to mind when people think of Black-owned food businesses. And that’s true. Scaling that passion into a sustainable, revenue-generating brand? That takes a lot more than a killer jollof recipe or the fluffiest puff puff. Many food entrepreneurs begin with recipes passed down through generations, cooked with […]
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Innovating Safely
When I moved from Cameroon to Canada, it was a big change. I had to learn how to adapt quickly to new ways of living and working. Everything felt unfamiliar, but that experience taught me how to adjust fast and connect with people from different backgrounds. Those lessons became the foundation of my approach to […]
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Nurturing the Next Generation
Young people have been told to shrink themselves, to fit into boxes they didn’t build. I know the feeling. I was once searching for a space where my identity, voice, and purpose mattered. That search became the foundation for Realize Your Potential (RYP), a space rooted in identity, healing, and action. RYP isn’t about teaching […]
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