The She Means Business Podcast

Jan 20 2025 18 ep. 28 mins 1
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She Means Business is a podcast for aspiring leaders looking ​for inspiration, motivation and mentorship in the business ​world, co-hosted by Gail Banack and Ilana Santone.

This podcast features women Founders, CEOs, trailblazers ​and innovators who are leading their teams and business with ​passion and conviction.

Join us for real stories, meaningful conversations and ​actionable takeaways.

Tune in every week for new episodes with Gail, Ilana and ​special guests.

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Advancing in Business and Finance with Alexandra Horwood

Jan 20 2025 34 mins  
In this episode of the She Means Business podcast, hosts Gail Banaks and Ilana Santone welcome Alexandra Horwood, a leading Chartered Investment Manager at Richardson Wealth. Alexandra shares her journey into financial services, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy, especially for women. She discusses common financial pitfalls, the significance of open communication in

Leading With Authenticity with Jenna Keane

Jan 13 2025 29 mins  
Jenna Keane, a partner at RTR Media, shares her journey to becoming a business owner and her insights on authentic leadership. She emphasizes the importance of empathy, kindness, and being true to oneself in leadership. The conversation covers the themes of authenticity, leadership, and career advice. Jenna Keane shares insights on the importance of authenticity in leadership, the

Leadership, Mentorship and Knowing Yourself with Kristin Shane

Jan 06 2025 46 mins  
In this episode of the She Means Business podcast, Kristin Shane shares her extensive career journey, highlighting her experiences in retail, the challenges faced at Target Canada, and her entrepreneurial venture with Flyfeet Running. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, the value of teamwork, and how adversity can lead to growth. Kristin discusses her decision-making proce

Taking Risks & Starting Over with Olivia Petrou - Replay Episode

Dec 30 2024 29 mins  
In our last episode of season 1 and of the year, we are bringing back our first and one of our most loved and listened to episodes featuring Olivia Petrou, the founder and CEO of Olive & Fig. Olivia shares her journey of leaving her corporate job to start her luxury charcuterie and food experience brand. Growing up in a Greek household, Olivia was surrounded by food and gatheri

Balancing work and motherhood with Megan Anderson Part 2 - Replay Episode

Dec 23 2024 27 mins  
Megan Anderson, Global Client Director at Microsoft, shares her insights on balancing work and motherhood. Megan shares her experience of being hired while pregnant and the significance of a supportive company culture. She advises women to prioritize and be deliberate in crafting their home and work lives. In this conversation, Megan and Ilana discuss the challenges and choices fac

Growing Through Feedback with Adeela Hussain Johnson

Dec 16 2024 36 mins  
Adeela Hussain Johnson shares her career journey, from starting in Finance to becoming the CEO and Founding Member of BÉIS Travel. She emphasizes the importance of taking risks, being open to change, and investing in personal and professional development. Adeela discusses her approach to leadership, which is rooted in empathy, transparency, and building trust. She highlights the s

Intentional Career Planning with Co-host Gail Banack

Dec 09 2024 30 mins  
In this episode of The She Means Business Podcast, co-hosts Ilana and Gail discuss Gail's dynamic career journey, from insights to merchandising, and the pivotal career transitions that shaped her path. Gail shares her passion for empowering women in business, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, self-belief, and women supporting one another. The conversation also addresses th

Negotiating your Worth with Jillian Climie

Dec 02 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, Jillian Climie, co-founder of the Thoughtful Co., discusses her journey in executive compensation and her mission to empower women in negotiating their worth. She shares insights on the common fears women face during negotiations, the importance of framing their asks positively, and the nuances of negotiating for new versus existing roles. Jillian emphasizes the ne

A view on Leadership with Co-host Ilana Santone

Nov 25 2024 26 mins  
In this episode of The She Means Business podcast, co-hosts Gail and Ilana engage in a candid conversation about Ilana's career journey, from her beginnings in teaching to her current role as Senior Vice President at Canadian Tire. They discuss pivotal moments in her career, the lessons learned from her experiences at Target, and the importance of mentorship and leadership. Ilana s

Crafting Your Personal Brand with Lisa Gibson

Nov 18 2024 33 mins  
Lisa Gibson, founder of Ignite Communications, discusses the importance of personal branding and how to build an authentic personal brand. She emphasizes the need for self-awareness and strategic thinking in defining one's personal brand. Lisa suggests conducting a self-assessment by asking friends and family for their perceptions and conducting a Google search to see what informat