Laura is a dedicated fitness professional with a CanFit Pro Personal Trainer Specialist certification earned in 2017.

Her fitness journey began in 2015 when she experienced a significant loss that led her to change her lifestyle.

She discovered her passion for powerlifting in 2016, excelling in the sport and proudly holding a world deadlift record with the World Raw Powerlifting Federation (WRPF) as well as two provincial records for deadlift and squat in Nova Scotia.

Beyond her personal achievements, Laura has positively impacted many lives as a personal trainer. She specializes in powerlifting but has helped her clients achieve many goals including entry into police foundations, competitive paddle boarding, and helping individuals become stronger in everyday life.

Her coaching philosophy focuses on creating a supportive and inclusive gym environment, empowering individuals of all backgrounds and fitness levels.

Find out more @eastcoast_barbell

 

Navdeep Parmanand is a trailblazing entrepreneur and founder of Celebrate Your Curves, an inclusive fashion brand based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Originally from Punjab, India, she moved to Canada at 19 as an international student.

She has since dedicated her work to empowering individuals of all body types, including plus-size, petite, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Her made-to-measure clothing line challenges conventional beauty standards and supports women in her hometown by creating sustainable employment opportunities.

Check out@celebrateyourcurves.ca

Dominique is a jack of all trades, from public speaking, entrepreneurship, content creation, styling, braiding and makeup. She has acquired this title through 7 years of owning and operating her own braiding business.

She has made her name concrete by being the resident braider on the set of 22 Minutes, braiding for the Juno awards, teaching classes as well as hosting a braiding summer camp for kids.

Additionally, she picked up an interest in all things beauty at the age of 10, allowing her to identify all unidentifiable nuances which make or break a look. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Marketing from Saint Mary’s University which has allowed her to make it all make sense.

Dominique’s main goal is to bring women together in love, through beauty.

Find out more @domsbraiding

Leah is the “business hug every entrepreneur needs”—at least, that’s what her clients tell her. She’s an entrepreneur, marketer, teacher, and international trade practitioner. Leah practices what she preaches and teaches—structured joy to move you through your work day, overcome barriers, and unlock opportunities. After all, you can’t spell functional without FUN!

As co-owner of Kelford Inc. (along with her brilliant partner Joel Kelly—check out his episode!), Leah spend her days translating complex entrepreneurial emotions and desires into clear operational, financial, and marketing actions. This helps the amazing entrepreneurs and founders they work with achieve meaningful business results (and often lifelong dreams), and enjoy the process along the way.

When not consulting on marketing or teaching trade, you’ll find her mucking about her wonderfully chaotic garden; digging through the compost heap, talking to the birds, quietly watching the bees enjoy the flowers, or collecting the day’s delicious veggies!

Akintunde Abimbola is a seasoned Real Estate professional with years of experience and knowledge of the Nova Scotia real estate market.

Akin has helped numerous families find their dream homes and high turnover investment properties in the Halifax Regional Municipality by leveraging on technology and excellent collaboration with prospective home buyers and sellers.

Akin is licensed with Air Realty Limited, a Bronze Award recipient for Innovative Business of the Year by the 2020 Halifax Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

Find out more @akinzogeee

Joel Kelly is a writer and marketer from Halifax, Nova Scotia. He owns and operates Kelford Inc., a boutique marketing firm, with his wife and business partner Leah Sanford. Joel spends his days helping entrepreneurs “demonstrate their value at a distance,” which is his definition of marketing.

He’s a writer and strategist who’s spent his career helping clients find the right words to attract their best prospects. He’s built and led large marketing teams, won international industry awards for his clients, and helped founders and entrepreneurs get their business off of the ground and into the market.

Outside of marketing, Joel is a history and film enthusiast, a collector of 90s movies on VHS, and one of his fondest accomplishments is having all five generations of the Sony PlayStation hooked up to his living room TV at all times.

Check him out on his LinkedIn Page @joelkelly

Precious Fagbile is a Halifax-based musician, music director, and keyboardist celebrated for his versatility and dynamic live performances.

With a passion for Afrobeat, gospel, RnB, and hip hop. Precious has worked with renowned artists such as Teni Makanaki, Eben, Arenye, and Tomi Favored. He has also shared stages with acclaimed artists like Buju (BNXN), Falz, and Todd Dulaney, and performed with Symphony Nova Scotia, seamlessly bridging contemporary and classical music.

As the music director for KruxBand, Precious brings his expertise in keyboard performance and arrangement to craft unforgettable live experiences. His work has been showcased at prestigious events such as JunoFest, held during the Juno Awards weekend, Nova Scotia Music Week, the East Coast Music Awards, and the Halifax Jazz Festival. Whether arranging intricate gospel harmonies or delivering high-energy afrobeat rhythms, his creativity and attention to detail consistently shine.

Precious’s engaging social media presence combines his humorous personality with his deep connection to music, helping him build strong connections with a diverse and growing audience. Determined to become one of the most trusted music directors in Canada, he continues to push the boundaries of live music while inspiring others through his craft and charisma.

Check him out @pre5h_

 

Rosanna Pelton is the founder and CEO of ROSAPEL Virtual Assistant Services Incorporated. Recognized for her ingenuity and unwavering dedication to helping businesses thrive, Rosanna has positioned ROSAPEL as a premier provider of virtual assistant and consulting services.

With a profound understanding of the challenges entrepreneurs face, Rosanna founded ROSAPEL with the mission of alleviating the administrative burden on business owners. Her company provides tailored solutions that enhance productivity, efficiency, and organization for clients across various industries.

Find out more @rosapel_va

With Over Two Decades Of Experience, Devin Sherrington Is An Award-Winning Fitness Professional And The Founder Of 360fit. Named The #2 Best Trainer In Canada In 2015, Devin’s Commitment To Excellence Has Been Recognized With 10 Gold Awards, 3 Silver Awards, And 9 Bronze Awards For Halifax’s Best Trainer.

His Dedication To Fitness And Client Success Extends To His Gym, 360fit, Which Has Earned Top Honors As Coast Magazine’s Best Gym, Including A Gold Award In 2013, Multiple Silver Awards In 2012, 2014, And 2015, And Bronze In 2017, 2018, And 2019.

The Gym Has Also Been Recognized By Metro Star, Winning Silver In 2018 And 2019. Devin’s Expertise And Passion Continue To Inspire Clients And Elevate The Fitness Community.

Check him out @360fitgym