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Bet On Me with Annette Verschuren

14 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

Bet On Me: The Podcast is an evolution and extension of Annette’s national best-selling book, “Bet On Me.” Annette hosts candid conversations with some of Canada’s most inspiring leaders, uncovering what it takes to succeed in business while balancing profits with purpose.

With humble roots and an upbringing in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Annette understands the power of community and is a true believer that global success can be achieved from any pocket of the globe. She’ll connect with those who have done it about the trends and transformations that are moving communities across our country forward.

Bet On Me: The Podcast is for anybody who needs to be re-inspired in themselves. It’s a call-to-action for individuals and communities to look within to identify, harness and capitalize on their strengths.

Season 1:

Season one of Bet on Me: The Podcast introduces enthusiasts from Annette's community - Cape Breton Island. It’s a place where entrepreneurs have learned about grit, tenacity and the power of community. Season one showcases the potential and magic that is Cape Breton and its people.

Produced by Anchored Ideas and Seaside Communications

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Episodes

Episode 13: Betting on Cape Breton Island with Annette Verschuren

October 17, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 46.2 MB

In this episode, I am joined by a group of up-and-coming women here on Cape Breton Island who are leaders in their fields and passionate advocates for the future of Cape Breton. These guests include Danielle Patterson and Danielle Johnston, co-owners of Anchored Ideas; Kathleen Yurchesyn, CEO of the Cape Breton Regional Chamber of Commerce; and Kelsea MacNeil, Director of Marketing, Communications & Stakeholder Relations at Membertou. This round-table brings this series together – with a...

Episode 12: Prioritizing Purpose with Profits: Getting to know Ikdeep Singh, Regional President of Mars Pet Nutrition North America

October 17, 2021 15:30 - 36 minutes - 42.3 MB

In this episode, I speak with one of the most dynamic leaders in North America. Ikdeep Singh is an accomplished business leader with over two decades of global experience in the consumer goods industry. He is known as a purpose-driven leader with a track record of consistently delivering sustained and superior financial results. In 2020, during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, Ikdeep made the decision to accept the position as the Regional President for Mars Petcare North America. He m...

Episode 11: The Power of Place: The connection between culture and economy with Zita Cobb, Innkeeper of Fogo Island Inn

October 17, 2021 15:00 - 41 minutes - 47.5 MB

In this episode, I speak with an inspirational woman who has transformed our way of thinking about culture and the economy. Zita Cobb is the Founder and CEO of the charity Shorefast, and the visionary and Innkeeper behind the beautiful, world-renowned, remote Fogo Island Inn, off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador in East Coast Canada. She has challenged us all to look deeper into the connection between arts, culture, and the local economy through her work and continues to serve as an ...

Episode 10: From Coal Town to Cabot Cape Breton: A candid conversation with Cabot Co-Founder & CEO, Ben Cowan-Dewar

October 17, 2021 14:30 - 44 minutes - 50.9 MB

In this episode, I speak with one of the most innovative and successful business leaders in our country, Ben Cowan-Dewar. Ben is the Co-Founder and CEO of Cabot, a company with two world-class and top-rated golf courses nestled on the western coast of Cape Breton Island. In 2004, at just 25 years old, Ben and his friend/mentor and business partner, Mike Keiser, set out to turn a mining site into a world-class golf destination. With three sites on the Island, Cabot Cliffs, Cabot Links and C...

Episode 9: Leading and Living with Purpose: Exploring equity and inclusion with Deborah Gillis, CEO of CAMH Foundation

October 17, 2021 14:00 - 39 minutes - 45.4 MB

In this episode, I speak with the President and CEO of CAMH Foundation and champion of social justice, Deborah Gillis. As a recognized thought leader on gender equality, diversity and inclusion, Deborah Gillis has dedicated her career to driving social change. Her unique blend of passion, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit is helping her lead change as the President and CEO of CAMH Foundation in transforming how Canadians understand and address mental illness in the workplace and ...

Episode 8: Creating and Supporting a Culture of Self-Reliance: Getting to know Erika Shea, CEO of New Dawn Enterprises.

October 17, 2021 13:30 - 38 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this episode, I speak with a truly inspiring and innovative woman, Erika Shae. She is one of Cape Breton's leading ladies. She is currently the CEO and President of New Dawn Enterprises, a private and volunteer-directed business dedicated to community building. With multiple streams, including homecare, Meals on Wheels, an immigration centre, a centre for the arts, and more, Erika is dedicated to making Cape Breton a flourishing and growing community. Originally from Ontario, Erika now ...

Episode 7: The Back-Roads of Inspiration: A look into the life of Grammy Award Winning Songwriter Gordie Sampson

October 17, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 47.9 MB

In this episode, I speak with arguably one of the most successful songwriters in today’s music industry, Gordie Sampson. With many number one and chart-topping hits and awards (even a Grammy!) under his belt, Gordie came from humbled beginnings on Cape Breton Island and worked his way to the top of the music industry in Nashville, Tennessee. A musician, songwriter, producer, performer, and so much more, Gordie is truly a force to be reckoned with and is in very high demand for his talents! ...

Episode 6: Four Decades of Visionary Leadership: A story of resilience with Chief Terry Paul

October 15, 2021 15:00 - 54 minutes - 62 MB

In this episode, I speak with who I believe to be one of the most incredible leaders in our country. Terry Paul is the Chief of Membertou First Nation in Cape Breton Island/ Unama'ki, a position he has held since 1984. During this time, Chief Paul has guided his community and administration into one of the most open and efficient First Nation communities in the country. Chief Paul has served on numerous boards and task forces and is one of the original founders of the National Aboriginal C...

Episode 5: HATs off to Cape Breton Island: Innovation in the Arts, building out of Covid-19 with Wesley. J Colford

October 15, 2021 14:30 - 41 minutes - 47.6 MB

In this episode, I speak with one of our country’s leaders in the arts sector, Wesley Colford. They have an impressive resume that brought them to Toronto, but they returned home to Cape Breton to bring their talents to a local stage. A playwright, actor, singer, dancer, and more. Wesley is the artistic director at the Highland Arts Theatre, also known as the HAT. Wesley transformed the nine-teen hundred St. Andrews United Church into a breathtaking theatre in the downtown of Sydney, Cape ...

Episode 4: The Woodroad To Success: Building a business from a dream with founders Daryl and Peter MacDonnell

October 15, 2021 14:00 - 45 minutes - 52.1 MB

In this episode, I speak with the owners of what I believe is one of the most inspiring and innovative restaurants in our country. In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, two brothers combined their talents and passions to open a culinary dining restaurant called Woodroad. Woodroad Restaurant is a 25-seat restaurant offering fine dining experiences. Located along the stunning coast of Western Cape Breton Island, just 15-minutes north of Inverness’s world-famous Cabot Links and Cabot Cliffs ...

Episode 3: Fish Guts to Gold: Creating a sustainable future through bioengineering with Dr. Beth Mason, CEO of Verschuren Centre

October 15, 2021 13:30 - 47 minutes - 54.3 MB

In this episode, I speak with one of the most innovative women that I have had the pleasure of working with, Dr. Beth Mason. Beth has an impressive career and education path that started in Edinburgh, Scotland, with her BSc in agriculture, via Alberta (MSc, Ph.D. U of Alberta), BC and ultimately leading her to her current position as the CEO of the Verschuren Centre. Beth is originally from the UK but calls Cape Breton her home now. Her passion for sustainable solutions for global problems...

Episode 2: Building Community Through Inclusive Leadership: A candid chat with Mayor Amanda MacDougall

October 15, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 56.1 MB

In this episode, I speak with one of the most inspiring women I have had the pleasure of working with, Amanda McDougall. Amanda was elected Mayor of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in October 2020, making history by becoming the first female Mayor of CBRM. Mayor McDougall is a Cape Breton University graduate in Political Science and hails from Main-a-Dieu, a small fishing village of just about 200 people, on the beautiful island of Cape Breton, NS. Shortly after taking office as Ma...

Episode 2: Building Community Through Inclusive Leadership: A candid chat with Mayor Amanda McDougall

October 15, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 56.1 MB

In this episode, I speak with one of the most inspiring women I have had the pleasure of working with, Amanda McDougall. Amanda was elected Mayor of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality in October 2020, making history by becoming the first female Mayor of CBRM. Mayor McDougall is a Cape Breton University graduate in Political Science and hails from Main-a-Dieu, a small fishing village of just about 200 people, on the beautiful island of Cape Breton, NS. Shortly after taking office as Ma...

Episode 1: From Farm Girl to Global Changemaker: Getting to know Annette Verschuren

September 30, 2021 23:04 - 32 minutes - 36.7 MB

Listen in on a conversation between Annette Verschuren and her sister Dorothy Tennant. This episode gives us a look into Annette’s success story, from a farm girl raised by Dutch immigrants to a global changemaker and inspiring leader. Born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Annette has built a career taking risks and being unapologetically brazen. She is currently the Chair and CEO of NRStor Inc., an industry leader in the commercialization of energy storage technologies. She has w...