Network = Networth
Join the "Network = Networth" podcast as The Networking Queen, Dalene Allen, interviews successful business professionals who share their stories of how chance encounters have led to meaningful relationships. Our aim is to highlight the importance of building connections and expanding your network, not only for business growth but also for personal fulfillment.
During each episode, our guests will discuss their background, what drew them to their careers, and the pivotal moments and connections that have shaped their success. We ask our guests to share their top tips for networking and building strong relationships to close each episode. Tune in to gain insights and inspiration for taking your own career and personal life to the next level!
Episodes
177 episodes
Behind the Bottle: Crafting Growth in the Spirits Industry with Sarah Williams
Sarah Williams brings a rare blend of strategic communications expertise and hands-on hospitality experience to the world of premium spirits. As Territory Sales Manager for Atlantic Canada at Sovereign Wine & Spirits, she leads th...
Through a Different Lens: Redesigning Inclusion with Matthew Cicanese
In this episode, we’re joined by Matthew Cicanese: Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, National Geographic Explorer, and a leading voice in neurodiversity inclusion and accessible technology. Matthew brings a rare blend of global fieldwork, corp...
Community, Equity, and the Power of Belonging with Corrie Melanson
In this episode, we sit down with Corrie Melanson, Strategy and Learning Lead at Sea Change CoLab, to explore what it really takes to build more inclusive, equitable communities and workplaces.Corrie shares insights from their wor...
From Idea to Impact: Brian Mattocks on Building a Successful Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Brian Mattocks, Chief Operations Officer at Podcast Chef, founder, and strategic powerhouse, to unpack what it really takes to build a successful podcast from the ground up.Brian shares insights f...
Career Catalyst: Finding Your Direction with Teresa Myra
In this episode, we sit down with Teresa Myra, founder and owner of Career Catalyst Atlantic, a Nova Scotia-based organization created during the pandemic to help young people, and anyone seeking a fresh start, navigate their c...
Connection, Community, and Cause with Dora Dorman
This episode features a conversation with Dora Dorman, a relationship-driven professional whose career has been built on connection, community, and helping others succeed.Dora currently works as a Radio Marketing Consultant, wh...
The Power of Numbers: Finding Your Soul Signature with Ann Perry
In this episode, we sit down with Ann Perry, a professional numerologist, Reiki Master/Teacher, #1 international best-selling author, and Certified Soul Coach who has been working in the healing arts for more than two decades. Ann shares...
Betting on Vision: How Nicholas Mac. Knew His Business Would Work
In this episode, we sit down with Nicholas Mac, founder of Nicholas Mac. Mobile Optician, to talk about the leap from licensed optician to entrepreneur, and the mindset that told him his business would be embraced by the community. Origi...
From Burnout to Blueprint: Rebuilding Work with Amanda Johnson
Amanda Johnson is an operations strategist and systems builder who helps overwhelmed entrepreneurs create calmer, more sustainable ways of working. After decades of trying to succeed in high-pressure environments that left her bur...
From Barrier to Breakthrough: How Jen Vey Builds Opportunity Beyond Traditional Work
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jennifer Vey, Founder and CEO of Temporary Experts SE, to explore how personal adversity can spark transformative change. Jennifer shares her journey navigating life with a disability ...
The ABC's of Money: Redefining Financial Freedom With Ayo Akande
In this episode, we’re joined by Ayooluwa Akande, better known as Ayo (Joy), a Financial Services Coordinator with the Government of Nova Scotia and the founder of ABC of Money.Born and raised in Nigeria, Ayo moved to Canad...
Designing for Humans in a Digital World: Digital Insights with Jamie Gerard
In this episode, we’re joined by Jamie Gerrard, Founder and Principal Consultant at 20/20 Digital. With more than 20 years of experience across product, service, and UX design, Jamie helps organizations untangle complex ...
How Food, Science, and Community Shape Our Health with Linda Best
From farm fields to boardrooms, labs to local businesses, Linda Best’s career is a powerful example of how curiosity, leadership, and community impact can intersect. Raised on an Annapolis Valley farm, Linda holds a BSc from Acadia Unive...
Turning Risk into Resilience with Elvira Melendez
In this episode, we’re joined by Elvira Melendez, an Industrial Engineer and PhD candidate whose work sits at the intersection of risk management, safety systems, and real-world impact. With six years of experience in the aviation indust...
Get Off The Bench! Courage, Action, and Creating Change with Kerryn Vaughan
In this episode, we are joined by Kerryn Vaughan, an international speaker, author, facilitator, and podcast host who is known for inspiring people to step up, take action, and create meaningful change.Kerryn is the author ...
Disrupting the Status Quo: People, Purpose, and Culture with Audra McCreesh
In this episode, we sit down with Audra McCreesh, Founder and Lead Consultant of HR & IDEA Hub and the force behind DisruptHR Halifax, the high-energy event series reshaping how Atlantic Canada talks about people, purpose, and workpl...
People Strategy: Building Purpose Driven Teams with Rebecca Coleman
In this episode, we are joined by Rebecca Coleman, Founder of Oak Bay HR Inc., a Halifax based HR consulting firm supporting growing, purpose driven organizations across Canada. Rebecca brings more than 15 years of experience in talen...
Building a Business That Fits Your Life: Family, Balance, and Business with Jennifer Gillard
In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Gillard, founder of BizEBee Marketing and Support Services, to talk about building a business rooted in creativity, connection, and balance. With a BBA in Marketing and Management from Mo...
Digging Deeper: Geoscientist Wren Bruce on Sustainability and Community-Centered Science
In this episode, we sit down with Wren Bruce, a registered geoscientist who built her career from the ground up – literally. From battling blackflies as a field tech in the subarctic to leading mineral exploration programs across Canada ...
The Making of a Leader: Karen Wonders’ Journey Across Continents and Careers
In this episode, we sit down with Karen Wonders – tech leader, executive coach, and Founder & President of LALUZ Consulting – for an inspiring conversation about ambition, identity, and the power of clarity.Karen shares...
I Am Enough: Keonté Beals on Empowering the Next Generation
In this episode, we sit down with Keonté Beals – award-winning musician, author, and storyteller whose journey from North Preston to stages and classrooms across Canada has made him one of the most inspiring voices for youth today.
Where’s The Fun? Reinventing Life with Andrea Parker
This week, I sit down with Andrea Parker – Human Potential Expert, former police detective, and the force behind the movement redefining what high performance really looks like. After more than a decade in law enforcement, Andrea reached a cros...
The Power of Visual Storytelling: Building Brand Trust and Connection with Ryan Richard
In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Richard, brand photographer, videographer, and founder of Rival Digital, to explore how powerful visual storytelling can transform the trajectory of a small business. With over 20...
Reclaiming Your Voice: exploring boundaries, clarity, and self-trust with Dawn McKelvie Cyr
In this episode, we sit down with Dawn McKelvie Cyr, MA, RCT-C — a counsellor, educator, and writer with more than 35 years of experience guiding people through growth, healing, and transformation. With a master’s degree in counselling psycholo...
Beyond Checkboxes: Building Cultures of Belonging with Pascale Joëlle
This week, we’re joined by Pascale Joëlle – a trans-inclusive strategist, community-builder, and the heart behind Hello Gender. With deep Acadian roots and the warmth of Atlantic Canada woven through their work, Pascale helps orga...