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Sinclair Podcast

Chris Sinclair

35 episodes

2 months ago

Send us a text What does it really take to go from growing up on welfare to building one of North America’s top entrepreneurial coaching platforms? This week, I sit down with Danny Kerr, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Breakthrough Academy, powerhouse helping trades and home service entrepreneurs scale with structure, clarity, and confidence. In this powerful conversation, we dive into: ✅ How Danny turned adversity into drive - from a tough upbringing to a 4.0 GPA and a 7-figure business...

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Send us a text What does it really take to go from growing up on welfare to building one of North America’s top entrepreneurial coaching platforms? This week, I sit down with Danny Kerr, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Breakthrough Academy, powerhouse helping trades and home service entrepreneurs scale with structure, clarity, and confidence. In this powerful conversation, we dive into: ✅ How Danny turned adversity into drive - from a tough upbringing to a 4.0 GPA and a 7-figure business...

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Episodes (20/35)

Sinclair Podcast

Turning Adversity Into Drive: A Roadmap for Leaders Who Want More

Send us a text What does it really take to go from growing up on welfare to building one of North America’s top entrepreneurial coaching platforms? This week, I sit down with Danny Kerr, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Breakthrough Academy, powerhouse helping trades and home service entrepreneurs scale with structure, clarity, and confidence. In this powerful conversation, we dive into: ✅ How Danny turned adversity into drive - from a tough upbringing to a 4.0 GPA and a 7-figure business...

2 months ago

54 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Inside the Mind of a Pharma Trailblazer

Send us a text 🎙️ THE NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️ What does it take to launch groundbreaking therapies, lead billion-dollar teams, and scale early-stage biotech from the ground up? This week, I sat down with Victoria Vertesi — President & COO of DeepSense Bio, and a powerhouse in Canada’s pharmaceutical landscape. From building oncology divisions at global firms to leading commercial strategy for emerging biotech, Victoria’s career is a masterclass in innovation, leade...

4 months ago

51 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

The Quiet Power of Leadership: ‘What You Don’t See Behind 28 Years of Growth’

🎙NEW EPISODE: Leading with People First in a Rapidly Changing Industry What does it take to help steer one of Ontario’s largest credit unions through transformation, while keeping people at the core? In this episode, I sit down with Wade Stayzer, MBA, Chief Operating Officer at Meridian Credit Union, to talk leadership, innovation, and the future of banking. We dive into: 🔹 How his “People First, Member Obsession” philosophy shaped his leadership 🔹 What the next wave of banking looks like wit...

4 months ago

1 hour 12 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Leading a 97-Year-Old Family Business | The Journey to CEO at Canada Tire

🎙NEW EPISODE: Leading a 97-Year-Old Business Into the Future What’s it like growing up and your family owning a nearly century-old company—and then becoming its CEO? In this episode, I sit down with Gabriel Granatstein, CEO of Canada Tire Inc., a family-run business serving Canadians since 1928. We dive into: 🔹 What it’s like to inherit a 4th-gen legacy 🔹 The future of Canada Tire and what’s next for the brand 🔹 How military service and law shaped his leadership style 🔹 The mindset s...

5 months ago

54 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Getting The Family Business: From Legacy to Leading with Vulnerability

NEW EPISODE: From Family Legacy to Leading with Vulnerability What happens when you're handed the reins to a family business… and told, “Be good enough—or I’ll sell it”? That was the starting line for Joe Glionna, President of Newcom Media—and my latest guest on The Sinclair Podcast. In this episode, Joe shares: How he turned legacy into leadership The biggest lesson COVID taught him: cash over profit Why vulnerability has been his greatest asset in sales and leadership How peer groups like ...

5 months ago

52 minutes

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Scaling Smart: ‘What They Don’t Tell You About Selling Your Company’

This week, I sat down with Tom Havens — founder of Catalyst and former creative lead at HALO — for one of the most honest convos we’ve had yet. We talk about what it really looks like to scale a design-led company, the painful missteps of selling too soon, and what every founder needs to know before merging with a larger player. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ Why Catalyst won brands like Nike, Starbucks & Southwest by leading with design ✅ The real story behind merging with HALO—and w...

5 months ago

54 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Lab-Born Leadership: Building a Global AMR Movement

This week on The Sinclair Podcast, I sat down with one of the world's most influential scientists in antimicrobial resistance: Dr. Gerry Wright. A Killam Prize winner, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and the man behind over 320 published papers and 56,000+ citations — Dr. Wright has dedicated his life to combating one of the biggest threats to global health: AMR. From leading McMaster's rise as a powerhouse in infectious disease research to co-founding a biotech and discovering new ant...

6 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Aligned to Amplify: Redefining Success in Chiropractic Coaching

This week, I'm joined by Dr. Laurence Tham, a chiropractor, coach, and founder of the Nitro Program, which was created to help chiropractors build more profit, more freedom, and more fulfillment into their lives and practices. Dr. Laurence isn't just helping chiropractors scale — he's helping them rediscover purpose, redefine success, and make bold, intentional moves in business and life. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ What happens when you hit your life goals… and still feel stuck ✅ How ...

6 months ago

1 hour 10 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Built to Last: ‘What It Takes to Lead in Luxury Construction’

This week, I sat down with Darren Hendriks — President of Homes by Hendriks, a custom home builder, entrepreneur, and a true craftsman in the world of luxury construction. From working part-time as a site supervisor to leading one of Niagara’s most respected custom home-building companies — Darren’s story is one of legacy, leadership, and loving the process. In this episode, we talk about: ✅ The evolution of Homes by Hendriks over two decades ✅ What goes into building dream homes from the gro...

6 months ago

53 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Exec to Coach: ‘Reimagining Leadership After Corporate Success’

This week, I sat down with Ashley McCune — former President of Facilis Group, executive coach, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential women in the promotional products industry. From her first job at Office Max to scaling a tech company through private equity and leading over 250 businesses to strategic growth — Ashley’s journey is a true masterclass in leadership, resilience, and reinvention. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The power of client-centric leadership & scaling up the ...

7 months ago

41 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Raising Ethereum: ‘Fatherhood Meets the Future of Technology’

This week, I sat down with Dmitry Buterin — tech entrepreneur, startup mentor, and proud father of Ethereum’s co-founder, Vitalik Buterin. From growing up in the Soviet Union to building multi-million dollar SaaS companies in Canada, Dmitry’s story is one of curiosity, compassion, and courageous reinvention. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ His journey from accidental entrepreneur to SaaS founder ✅ What it was like raising a young visionary like Vitalik ✅ The emotional side of leadership, leg...

7 months ago

51 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Making Peace: ‘Harnessing Emotions for Growth & Connection’

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Steve Abma—a registered psychotherapist, clinical director, and expert in emotional health. With over 20 years of experience, Steve has helped individuals and couples navigate difficult emotions, build stronger relationships, and live more fulfilling lives. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ How to make peace with difficult emotions like fear, sadness, and frustration. ✅ The impact of emotional awareness on personal growth and relationships. ✅ ...

7 months ago

58 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Scaling Success: ‘People-First Leadership Meets Business Growth’

This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Matt Rolfe—a hospitality coach, leadership expert, speaker, and bestselling author of "You Can't Do It Alone". With years of experience coaching leaders to scale their businesses, build strong teams, and drive sustainable success, Matt brings invaluable insights into leadership and growth in high-pressure industries. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ How to scale your hospitality business without burning out. ✅ The importance of people-first l...

7 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Driving Industry Excellence – ‘Leadership Meets Innovation’

This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Prashant Ohri, President of Henry Schein, Americas (ex-US), a leader in the consumer packaged goods and dental device industry. With years of experience in business development, management, and strategic growth, Prashant brings knowledge on scaling operations and leading in a competitive market. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ Prashant’s leadership journey and what it takes to oversee multi-million-dollar operations. ✅ How innovation is shaping...

8 months ago

49 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Industry Game-Changer: 'Vision Meets Customer Focus' – Swag.com’s Rise

This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jeremy Parker—Founder & CEO of Swag.com, the game-changer that’s disrupting the promotional products industry. Jeremy’s vision was simple: Swag should mean something new, and it should be bought differently—items people actually want to keep. In this episode, we explore: ✅ How Jeremy’s bold vision turned Swag.com into a 2000% growth success story. ✅ The power of brand positioning in a saturated market. ✅ Why customer experience is key to long...

8 months ago

35 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Redefining Employee Recognition & Financial Wellness - 'Purpose Meets Progress'

This week, I had the honour of sitting down with Jonathan Hillis—a serial entrepreneur, startup builder, and the founder of Tenure, a game-changing platform redefining employee recognition and financial wellness! Jonathan’s journey is one of innovation, resilience, and challenging the status quo. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The inspiration behind Tenure and how it's transforming workplace culture. ✅ Why financial wellness should be a key part of employee rewards. ✅ Lessons from his ent...

8 months ago

1 hour

Sinclair Podcast

Trade Leader: 'Vision Meets Grit' – Building Success in Electrical Contracting

This week, I had the honour of sitting down with Aaron Jones—CEO of Kraun Electric Inc., a leader in the electrical contracting industry who knows firsthand that success isn’t overnight—it’s built over years of hard work, vision, and resilience. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The reality of leadership in the trades—why building a strong team matters more than ever. ✅ The fine line between risk and reward in business growth. ✅ How sticking to your vision through market shifts leads to long-t...

8 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Tech Innovator: 'Purpose Meets Passion' – Revolutionizing Nonprofit Fundraising

This week, I had the honor of sitting down with Josh Bloomfield—CEO and founder of Givecloud, a game-changing platform revolutionizing nonprofit fundraising. Josh’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership that inspires you. With over 20 years of experience and multiple patents, Josh has helped countless nonprofits amplify their impact. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The incredible journey from self-taught coder to nonprofit tech innovator. ✅ How his personal ...

9 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

MINDSET COACH: "Get In Touch With Your Giftedness" - Empowering Entrepreneurs To Become Great Leader

🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️ This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Philip McKernan—a globally renowned speaker, author, and mentor whose unapologetic approach to life and leadership is nothing short of transformative. Philip’s ability to strip away surface-level thinking and guide people toward their purpose is remarkable. In this episode, we explore: ✅ The power of SoulSet™—Philip’s pioneering philosophy that helps uncover unique gifts and lead with impact...

9 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

Sinclair Podcast

Branded Merch Experts: "Creativity Meets Connection" - Empowering Innovation in the Promo Industry

🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️ This week, I’m joined by Catherine Graham and Mark Graham, Co-Founders of 'commonsku', for an exciting conversation about creativity, connection, and the vibrant world of branded merchandise. Catherine and Mark have decades of combined experience, starting pre-2000 and 2007, and they’ve built their careers around a fun, dynamic medium that creates emotional bonds between brands and their customers. In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why the brand...

9 months ago

37 minutes