Unapologetic

Hi Listeners we’re back with another podcast! In today's episode, I’m interviewing Brenda Martin, an empowering figure who runs a local women’s charity called Niagara Women’s Enterprise. Tune in to hear stories and advice! Check them out here: https://www.nwec.ca For more updates on future episodes, follow us on Instagram and Facebook @Brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business. Hope you enjoy this episode and see you in the next one!

Hi Listeners welcome to our second episode of the season! In today's episode, we're talking about balancing career and family, the social norms that come with it and some strategies to help. For more updates on future episodes, follow us on Instagram and Facebook @Brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business. Hope you enjoy this episode and see you in the next one!

In this episode we are going to be introducing our WIB Executive Team for the 2023-2024 year. The executive team dives deep into conversations on feminism, as well as motivational talks. For more updates on future episodes, do follow us on Instagram: Brockuwib, Facebook: Brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business. Hope you enjoy this episode and see you in the next! Thank you.

In this episode, you get to hear 3 of our amazing executives discuss what they think the importance of mentoring is. They will discuss how to find a mentor, what advantages you get from having a mentor, and how to make the most out of your experience. You will also get to hear all about WIB's Mentorship Program. EmpowHER, and how WIB is continuing to work on improving both our mentors and mentees.  Stay tuned for our upcoming episodes focusing on leadership, self-care, international women's day, and much more!  INSTAGRAM: brockuwib FACEBOOK: brockuwib LINKEDIN: Brock Women in Business

This is Season 4! Welcome back to another season of Unapologetic. VP of Podcast Management, Krysten sits down with some of the 2022/2023 executive team at WIB and discusses the do’s and don’ts of a new semester, WIB’s PACKED year ahead and of course had a whole lot of fun in this episode (hint: you’re going to want to know what Michelle has to say). Stay tuned for our upcoming episodes as we dive into all things WIB - financial literacy, work life balance, post grad life - you can find it all on Unapologetic this year! If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social media platforms.  INSTAGRAM: brockuwib  FACEBOOK: brockuwib LINKEDIN: Brock Women in Business 

In this episode of Unapologetic, the WIB team gets together to discuss their New Years Resolution. "New Year, Better Me" is created after a very common phrase, and focuses on bettering our already amazing selves and focuses on a positive mindset. The team discusses what we want to work on and accomplish this year while also appreciating everything we have succeeded in so far. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we talk with Anjalee Narenthiran, an 18 year old entrepreneur and student. While studying at Wharton U Penn, Anjalee is also managing her position as the founder of StartUpDojo. She discusses the steps and her journey of becoming a founder and creating a business from scratch at the mere age of 15. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we talk with Amber Romaniuk, an emotional and hormone-eating expert. She recounts her life experiences and discusses her past where she struggled with emotional eating, along with her recovery process and how she became the person she is today. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we talk with Amy Deacon, a registered social worker, and Clinical Traumatologist, who is the Founder and CEO of Toronto Wellness Counselling. She has decades' worth of experience helping individuals become the best version of themselves and overcome their struggles and obstacles in life. Amy discusses her path to success, her career experiences and provides our listeners with great advice and daily reminders to love ourselves. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we chat with Subiksha Subramani, a Finance and Performance Consultant at Deloitte Canada. She has been working at Deloitte since October 2018 and shares with us her stories as a proud LGBTQIA2S+ member. Recounting her days as a University student and her several career experiences, Subiksha provides insightful advice to the next generation of female leaders. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we interview Anchelaa Thiru, a mindset and empowerment coach. A former corporate hustler working a 9-5 job, Anchelaa discovered her true passion for empowering and guiding women and transitioned from being a project manager to a certified life coach. In today's episode Anchelaa discusses what her role entails, her transitional period focusing on what truly makes her happy, and the power that each woman holds within themselves and translating it into their career. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business. 

In our first episode of Season 3, listeners will have the chance to meet the 2021/2022 WIB Team and discover their self-love journeys. The executive team dives into a deep and honest discussion surrounding self-care and how we've changed and adapted our behaviors to better serve our mental health. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, TikTok: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business. 

In the final episode of Unapologetic Season 2, the WIB team answers your burning questions by getting real and unapologetic. After reflecting on our favourite events and achievements from the 2020-21 school year, the team dives into a conversation about our perspectives on mainstream hustle culture, who and/or what inspires us, self-discoveries we’ve made, and how we’ve educated ourselves and others throughout the past year. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, members of the WIB team discuss a YouTube video titled “The Feminist Trope, Explained,” which introduces various feminist tropes and the growing presence of complex female characters. Based on the common depictions of feminist characters, we reflect on our own experiences of feeling like a bad feminist and embrace individualistic feminism. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we interview Jessica Zagari Evans, Director of Integrated Communications at L’Oréal Paris Canada! With 10 years of experience in Communications for several fashion & beauty brands, Jessica has climbed her way up the corporate ladder and worked with many brands including Maybelline, Garnier, Essie, and RW&Co. In today’s episode, Jessica discusses what her current role entails, as well as focuses on the importance of change, storytelling, and authenticity. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we interview Brianna Nelson and Graciel Ballesteros-- two outstanding leaders guiding the Womxn of Colour Durham Collective that is run by, for, and with Black, Indigenous, and other self-identified womxn of colour. After discussing their involvement with this youth-led organization, Brianna and Graciel dive into their personal development experiences. Throughout this conversation, we discuss the journey to discovering one’s personal identity and passions, the significance of pushing yourself, and the intersectionality of feminism. Make sure to stay tuned until the end of today’s episode to hear from our Women of the Month, Pauline Genty. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we interview Swapna Malekar, a Product Lead for RBC Canada. She has 12+ years of product experience involving many corporations all over the world in a number of industries, including banking, consulting, and ecommerce--to only name a few! Sharing how her engineering degree has been useful, Swapna also stresses the importance of creativity as an industry professional. Being a mentor for Lean In Canada, Swapna shares advice when one is faced with inequality and bias in the workplace. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, Rusul Alrubail returns for another outstanding discussion. This week, Rusul delves into her personal and professional journey beyond being the Founder & Executive Director of The Parkdale Centre! Rusul obtains a Master of Arts in Literature from Ryerson University and, after teaching, she has continued to write on her blog. Following our discussion on refinding your passions, we take a deep dive into the struggles regarding burnout, work-life balance, self-criticism, and undermining our achievements. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women in Business.

In this episode of Unapologetic, we interview Rusul Alrubail and Tenzin Wangmo. Rusul is the Founder & Executive Director of The Parkdale Centre for Innovation--a non-profit Incubator & Accelerator located in Toronto with a focus on diversity and inclusion. As an Alumni of Parkdale’s Women Founders program, Tenzin is the Founder of Nineteen59--a non-profit youth led community initiative that aims to spread awareness of Tibetan history and movement through the lens of fashion. Each speaker discusses their identification of a need within their community, and showcases how they have creatively tackled these issues through their businesses. With this, Rusul and Tenzin engage in a conversation about access to resources, searching for a sense of belonging, channeling your energy, and the battles with imposter syndrome. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Brock Women i

In this episode of Unapologetic, we interview Devon Fiddler, founder and Chief Changemaker of SheNative! Devon studied Aboriginal Public Administration at the University of Saskatchewan, and, in 2011, landed her first career position as a Business Development Coordinator for the Meadow Lake Tribal Council Resource Development. After helping First Nations entrepreneurs in this role and developing her sense of confidence despite her struggles regarding racism and stereotypes, Devon was inspired to start a company of her own. As a social entrepreneur, Devon discusses her dedication to selling leather goods and apparel, and shares how she elevates Indigenous women and girls through her company, SheNative. Make sure to stay tuned until the end of today’s episode to hear from November’s Women of the Month feature, Naomie Jeyanthakumar. If you want to get more information about WIB or you want to keep the conversation going, follow us on our social platforms. Instagram: brockuwib, Facebook: brockuwib, LinkedIn: Broc