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Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Katie Boothby-Kung

43 episodes

1 month ago

On today’s episode of Talking Purpose, I sit down with Sajna Massey, the remarkable founder and CEO of Couth Studios—a trailblazing brand that’s redefining the intersection of technology, sustainability, and fashion. Sajna shares the inspiring story behind her journey from electrical engineering and tech to launching her own data-driven fashion house, motivated by a desire to cut down on overproduction and bring customers into the creative process. We get an inside look at how Couth Studios b...

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On today’s episode of Talking Purpose, I sit down with Sajna Massey, the remarkable founder and CEO of Couth Studios—a trailblazing brand that’s redefining the intersection of technology, sustainability, and fashion. Sajna shares the inspiring story behind her journey from electrical engineering and tech to launching her own data-driven fashion house, motivated by a desire to cut down on overproduction and bring customers into the creative process. We get an inside look at how Couth Studios b...

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Entrepreneurship

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Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Crowdsourcing Creativity: AI-Powered Design and the Future of Sustainable Fashion

On today’s episode of Talking Purpose, I sit down with Sajna Massey, the remarkable founder and CEO of Couth Studios—a trailblazing brand that’s redefining the intersection of technology, sustainability, and fashion. Sajna shares the inspiring story behind her journey from electrical engineering and tech to launching her own data-driven fashion house, motivated by a desire to cut down on overproduction and bring customers into the creative process. We get an inside look at how Couth Studios b...

1 month ago

45 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

The 5 P's of Product Experience: Why They Matter for Mission-Led Businesses

In today’s very special solo episode, I’m tackling a topic that’s often overlooked but absolutely vital for mission-led and sustainable e-commerce businesses: the product experience. Have you ever poured your heart into crafting a brand with a powerful mission, only to wonder why your product isn’t flying off the shelves? It might be because you’re missing the mark when it comes to delivering a memorable and meaningful product experience. That’s why I’m introducing you to what I call the Five...

1 month ago

19 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Redefining Success: Entrepreneurial Freedom, Impact, and Mindset with Cahill Camden

Welcome back! Today I sit down with Cahill Camden, CEO and founder of NovaCast AI, an innovative platform helping podcasters and entrepreneurs connect and amplify their voices. Cahill joins us from Vancouver, sharing stories from his global digital nomad lifestyle and offering inspiration for those dreaming of location-independent work. Together, we have a chance to dive into brand building in 2025 and the unique power podcasting holds in a world flooded with AI-generated content. We discuss ...

2 months ago

48 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Sustainability in Travel: How Sororal Empowers Women Through Purpose-Driven Adventures

Welcome back to Talking Purpose! In today’s episode, I sit down with her longtime friend, Megan Ryder Burbidge, the inspiring CEO and founder of Sororal—a sustainable travel company dedicated to empowering women around the world. Together, we dive into Megan’s journey from growing up as a kid who traveled the world with her parents' work, to building a business that pairs intentional, luxury travel with community, purpose, and deep social impact. You’ll hear how Sororal crafts transformative ...

2 months ago

51 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Empowering Employees and Nonprofits Through Skills-Based Volunteering

Welcome back to Talking Purpose! In this episode, I sit down with Rachel Hutchisson, CEO of Common Impact, to dive into the world of corporate philanthropy and skills-based volunteering. Rachel shares her personal journey from a childhood surrounded by community service to leading an organization that acts as a “philanthropic matchmaker” between companies and nonprofits. The conversation unpacks how skills-based volunteering goes beyond traditional models—think more than just packing boxes or...

2 months ago

49 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Balancing Profitability and Responsibility in Fashion with Adila Cokar from The Good Tee

In this captivating episode I sit down with the inspirational Adila Cokar, joining us all the way from Dubai. Adila, the founder of the innovative brand The Good Tee and the author of "Source My Garment," takes us through her incredible journey in the sustainable fashion industry. Her story is one of relentless learning and adapting, as she passionately advocates for responsible fashion practices. Throughout this engaging conversation, Adila delves into the complexities and challenges of main...

3 months ago

49 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Social Ads and Email Marketing to Turbocharge Your E-commerce Growth

Welcome! I am so pumped today to have Luke Tengstrom. He is the author of the growing e-commerce newsletter, the Sellout Newsletter and he he is an expert in e commerce growth. We had a lot to talk about as we had a lot in common. Hailing from Australia, but now making waves in America, Luke brings his unique perspective and wealth of experience to this episode, shedding light on the essential strategies that can drive e commerce brands to new heights. From his early days growing up in his pa...

4 months ago

49 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

The K-Pop Influence, Digital Runway, AI, and the Future of Sustainable Fashion

Welcome to an intriguing episode of Talking Purpose, where we dive into the dynamic intersection of technology and brand development with our insightful guest, Janey Park. Janey, the visionary creator of The Digital Runway, is at the forefront of where fashion innovation meets groundbreaking tech. In this episode, Janey shares her fascinating journey through the realms of luxury fashion and marketing, leading to her pivotal exploration of AI, digital fashion, and brand transformation. We delv...

4 months ago

37 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Net-Zero Beer, Anyone? GoodLot's Sustainable Brewing Adventure

In this captivating episode of Talking Purpose, I welcome Phil Winters, the visionary and co-founder of GoodLot Brewing in Caledon Ontario, for an in-depth discussion about the intersection of craft beer and sustainability. Phil takes listeners on a journey back when he and his partner Gail decided to transform a 30-acre farm into a sustainable brewing enterprise. With sustainability as a core principle from the start, Phil and Gail embraced regenerative agricultural practices, focusing...

7 months ago

54 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Harnessing Seaweed Power and Transforming Women's Health

Welcome to "Talking Purpose," where stories of passion, innovation, and impact take center stage. In this episode, titled "Rootless," host Katie Kung engages in a captivating conversation with Sachi Singh, founder and CEO of Rootless. Her passion for environmental impact led her to discover the wonders of seaweed—an ingredient she envisions as a transformative force in food, health, and regeneration. Sachi shares the inspiring narrative behind Rootless, highlighting her unyielding commitment ...

7 months ago

53 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Navigating Influencer Marketing: A Masterclass with Industry Expert Bella Kuscu

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "Talking Purpose," where we delve into the heart of influencer marketing and its immense potential for purpose-driven brands. Joining us today is Bella Kuscu, a seasoned expert in the PR and influencer marketing sphere. Throughout this episode, Bella shares her rich experiences from working with notable brands like Flat Tummy Tea to offering her expertise in the influencer engagement in agencies across Toronto. We explore the nuances of in...

8 months ago

35 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Skills-based Hiring and Championing Accessibility at the Workplace with Indeed

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Talking Purpose." I am your host, Katie Kung, thrilled to embark on this journey with Donna Bungard, the director of accessibility at Indeed, the #1 job site in the world1 and a global job matching and hiring platform As we kick off 2025, Donna shares her compelling origin story, growing up within the larger disability community, and how it naturally led her to a career in accessibility and diversity. In this episode, Donna and I dive into the realm...

8 months ago

44 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Exploring Augmented Reality: Zina Grossman and how AR is Revolutionizing Customer Experiences

Welcome everyone to Talking Purpose, This week, I sit down with Zina Grossman, the Chief Growth Officer at WANNA Fashion, to explore the transformative world of augmented reality (AR) in the realms of fashion and e-commerce. Zina takes us through her intriguing progression into the AR space, starting from her first brush with this technology through the popular game, Pokemon Go, to her pivotal role at WANNA Fashion and her mission to enhance retail experiences through virtual try-ons and 3D m...

8 months ago

40 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Transforming Business with Kingdom Principles - Aligning Faith-Based Values with Business Success

Welcome to Talking Purpose, where today we have an inspiring conversation with Norbert Elnar, the founder of Masterpiece Kingdom Brands. Norbert shares his remarkable journey of leaving a promising career in advertising in the Philippines to seek purpose and meaning in South Africa, where a chance encounter on a beach in Cape Town, led to a meaningful friendship and collaboration. Norbert candidly shares his transformative experiences and the pivotal moment that led to the creation of M...

8 months ago

46 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Akhil Sivanandan on Bridging Sustainability and Consumer Behaviour

Hello, everyone, and welcome to another insightful episode of Talking Purpose, the podcast where we delve into stories of purposeful innovation and impact. I'm your host, Katie Kung, and today I'm thrilled to bring you an inspiring conversation with Akhil Sivanandan, the CEO and co-founder of Green Story. Akhil and I have known each other through the Shopify ecosystem, and it's a pleasure to finally have him on the show. In this episode, Akhil takes us through his journey of becoming a leadin...

8 months ago

42 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Acquiring Businesses with Impact - A Regenerative Approach

In this episode, I sit down with Mike McNeil, an entrepreneur in residence, to explore the innovative model of regenerative capital and its role in developing economic longevity. Alongside Regenerative Capital Group, Mike is on a mission to acquire a business in Canada, with a strong emphasis on building relationships and effective succession planning and impact mapping. We'll dive deep into the concept of regenerative business, which goes beyond traditional sustainability to aim for a net po...

1 year ago

42 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

How Fiverr Empowers Entrepreneurs and Drives Social Change with Michelle Baltrusitis

Welcome back to another episode of "Talking Purpose"! Today, we're diving into the transformative world of freelancing and social impact with our special guest, Michelle Baltrusitis, senior manager of social impact and community at Fiverr. Michelle joins us to share her inspiring career journey and to unpack how Fiverr, the global marketplace connecting freelancers with businesses in over 700 categories, supports entrepreneurs at all levels. In this episode, we'll explore Fiverr's diverse ran...

1 year ago

38 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Optimizing the Online Customer Experience: Tactics for E-commerce Success with Chase Barmore

Welcome to Talking Purpose, the podcast where we explore the journey of entrepreneurs and their pursuit of purpose. In this episode, we have an aweseom conversation with Chase Barmore, a tech SaaS sales executive and as he calls himself, a recovering entrepreneur. Chase shares his incredible journey of transitioning from running a valet parking business to co-founding a smoothie bar and diving into the world of e-commerce to eventually landing a role as an account executive at Hiros. T...

1 year ago

50 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Unlocking Growth through Accelerator Programs and Strategic Partnerships with Toju Ogbeide Founder of Goodszilla

Welcome to another episode of "Talking Purpose," the podcast where we dive into the stories and strategies behind purpose-driven businesses and impactful entrepreneurship. In today's episode, I have the please of sits down with Toju, the founder and CEO of Goodszilla. Toju shares his journey into sustainability and social entrepreneurship, which began with his involvement in various charities like the Rotary Club. We explore the transformative support offered by accelerator programs like Next...

1 year ago

43 minutes

Talking Purpose: The Purpose and Profit Business Podcast

Profits Through Empowerment and Collaboration with Vicki Saunders

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Talking Purpose," where I speak with Vicki Saunders, the Founder and CEO of Coralus where we dive deep into transformative entrepreneurship and community building. With a rich background as an entrepreneur since her early twenties, Vicki is passionate about empowering people to realize their potential through the power of supportive communities. Join us as we explore the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive and generous people, giving ...

1 year ago

48 minutes