Podcast
PEI Business Podcast
Hosted by Stingray Podcast Network · EN
Hosted by Stingray's Jennifer Evans, "The PEI Business Podcast" is a 10-episode series featuring insightful conversations with sector leaders and business experts on innovation, export, AI integration, resilience, and positivity. Recorded at the Stingray Studios in Charlottetown, this series is your inside look at what's driving business on the Island today.
The PEI Business Podcast is brought to you by Innovation PEI.
The PEI Business Podcast is brought to you by Innovation PEI.
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Annie Martin - Rosewolf Creations
Mar 3100:18:26Tap to summarizeShe turned a love for her culture into an award-winning business. Meet Annie Martin, the Mi'kmaw artisan behind RoseWolf Creations, on the PEI Business Podcast and hear how she learned to “take up space” as an artist and entrepreneur.
Transcribe →James O'Halloran - Mighty Pebble Games
Mar 2300:19:39Tap to summarizeFrom a PEI side hustle to 2 million players. Hear James O'Halloran’s story behind Mighty Pebble’s global gaming hit on the PEI Business Podcast. Sponsored by Innovation PEI & the Government of PEI. Watch the episode now!
Transcribe →Jillian van Duinkerken - Duinkerken Foods
Mar 1600:21:22Tap to summarizeFrom the production line to the CEO's office! Hear Jillian van Duinkerken's incredible 20-year journey with Duinkerken Foods on the latest PEI Business Podcast. A story you don't want to miss. Sponsored by Innovation PEI.
Transcribe →Matthew Noble and Andrew - Belfast Mini Mills
Mar 900:23:34Tap to summarizeA PEI manufacturing legacy continues! Meet the third-generation owners of Belfast Mini Mills. Hear how they're building on a 35-year family dream in the latest PEI Business Podcast with host Jennifer Evans.
Transcribe →Aiden & Gary Francis - Escape Hatch Clothing
Mar 200:20:52Tap to summarizeOn the latest episode of the PEI Business Podcast, Jennifer Evans sits down with Aiden and Gary Francis, the team behind Escape Hatch Clothing to uncover how they turned a love of fishing and Island lifestyle into a growing fashion brand. From designing gear inspired by life on the water to building a loyal customer base right here on PEI, they share the real story behind the logo — and the hustle. If you’ve ever wondered how a passion project becomes a profitable business, this one’s for you.
Transcribe →Valéry Ladrezeau - Datcha
Feb 2300:21:14Tap to summarizeValéry Ladrezeau brought the taste of Guadeloupe to PEI with his hit French-Caribbean food business, Datcha. Now, he's challenging the local palate and has his sights set on franchising. We'll serve it up on the latest episode of the PEI Business Podcast.
Transcribe →Matt Jelley - Maritime Fun Group
Feb 1600:32:15Tap to summarizeHis name is synonymous with summer fun on PEI. From amusement parks to major attractions in Cavendish, Matt Jelley is a key figure in the Island's tourism industry. How did he build his empire? I'm Jennifer Evans, and this week on The PEI Business Podcast, I get the story behind the success. Brought to you by Innovation PEI and the Government of PEI.
Transcribe →Sharon Quann
Feb 900:18:52Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the PEI Business Podcast, host Jennifer Evans sits down with Sharon Quann, founder of Quannessence Skincare, to talk about building a nationally recognized skincare brand from Summerside, PEI. Sharon shares her journey from longtime aesthetician to product innovator, including how her German training shaped her formulas and how she pivoted her business during COVID to keep growing. The conversation also dives into her philosophy on skin health and aging, plus exciting expansion plans and new product launches on the horizon
Transcribe →Austin MacKenzie
Feb 200:21:27Tap to summarizeEpisode 2 of the PEI Business Podcast features Austin MacKenzie, founder of The Heavy Cup. Austin shares how watching a single YouTube video sparked an idea that turned into a multi-million-dollar e-commerce business in just two years. He talks about taking risks, learning from failure, the role advertising has played in scaling his brand, and why he chose Prince Edward Island as the home base for a company selling around the world. It’s an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and building big ideas from a small place.
Transcribe →Jordan Rose of Tracktile
Jan 2300:26:40Tap to summarizeHost, Jennifer Evans sits down with Co-Founder and CEO of Tracktile, Jordan Rose to talk about his entrepreneur journey in the food manufacturing sector. Proudly presented by Stingray and Innovation PEI.
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