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Ian Burgess | Ascendance Foundry
Ian Burgess explains why AI fluency, apprenticeship, and systems thinking will shape the future of rural entrepreneurship and workforce development.
Chris Herbert
Dec 132 min read


Brandon Forder | Harbour Hound Pet Supplies
Brandon Forder, co-owner of Harbour Hound Pet Supplies (formerly Candian Pet Connection) a family-run pet business, joined the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast to discuss his family transformed their brand from a brick-and-mortar store in the GTA into a leading Canadian e-commerce presence rooted in Meaford, Ontario.
Chris Herbert
Oct 34 min read


Empowering Small Business Health and Safety: A Rural Entrepreneurial Journey
Discover insights on health and safety for small business in rural areas. Learn from Janice Campbell's entrepreneurial journey and safety expertise.
Chris Herbert
Sep 295 min read


Ryan Harris | Artie Music
Ryan Harris turned a high school passion for music into Artie Music—a full-scale audio/video production hub based in Hanover, Ontario. From DIY recordings to formal training and mentorship in Toronto, Ryan pivoted from carpentry during the pandemic to build a creative ecosystem in Grey-Bruce.
Chris Herbert
Sep 225 min read


Sean Rudd | Korotu Technology
Smart Trees: How Korotu Technology is Empowering Farmers to Reforest Without Compromise TL;DR On this episode of The Rural Entrepreneur Podcast ( listen here ) , host Chris Herbert sits down with Sean Rudd of Korotu Technology. They explore how integrating trees into Canadian farms can deliver ecological and economic benefits — and how Korotu’s platform helps farmers overcome the real-world challenges of tree placement, funding access, and long-term maintenance. The conversa
Chris Herbert
Aug 264 min read


Sam Duncan and Oli Madgett
Carbon Credits, Corporate Incentives, and Tech-Driven Sustainability: Insights from Farm Lab’s Sam Duncan and Oli Madgett
Chris Herbert
Jul 203 min read


Emily Ford
Discover how Emily Ford, agronomist at Quattro Ventures, champions regenerative agriculture. Learn from Emily Ford's insights on sustainable farming.
Chris Herbert
Jul 53 min read


The Entrepreneur Who Took Grey County Global: Tom Bovingdon's IT Journey
In this episode (listen here) of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, Chris Herbert interviews Tom Bovingdon, founder and CEO of Infinity Network Solutions.
Chris Herbert
Jun 293 min read


Craig Timmermans
From Internet Pioneer to Green Energy Innovator and Radio Broadcaster TL;DR In this episode (go listen here ) of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, Chris Herbert interviews Craig Timmermans, CEO Manitoulin Broadcasting Corporation. Craig Timmermans shares his journey as a rural entrepreneur, from pioneering internet services on Manitoulin Island to launching radio stations and innovating with green energy solutions. His story is one of perseverance, risk-taking, and creative pro
Chris Herbert
Mar 133 min read


Susanne Latimer
Susanne Latimer and Chris discuss entrepreneurship, leadership development, and investing in people for business success.
Chris Herbert
Feb 153 min read


Timothy Gard
Timothy Gard of STEMVOX Academy shares how he's empowering rural youth through hands-on STEM education and real-world problem-solving.
Chris Herbert
Jan 274 min read


Daren Jones
Developing Rural Healthcare Entrepreneurs: The Hear Right Canada Story TL;DR Daren Jones, co-owner of Hear Right Canada, shares how the...
Chris Herbert
Dec 13, 20244 min read


Sarah McComb-Turbitt
Embracing Art, Wildlife & Entrepreneurship: The Journey of Sarah McComb-Turbitt TL;DR Sarah McComb-Turbitt exemplifies rural...
Chris Herbert
Nov 26, 20246 min read


From Tech Head to Tech Leader: Wil McReynolds' Entrepreneurial Path
Follow Wil McReynolds' transformation from a creative youth to a pioneering tech entrepreneur. TL;DR In this episode, we interview Wil...
Chris Herbert
Jul 15, 20244 min read


Embracing the Rural Entrepreneurial Spirit: An Interview with Andrew Hill
Introduction In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Andrew Hill, a seasoned rural entrepreneur based in...
Chris Herbert
Jul 6, 20243 min read


Cultivating Resilience and Community: Strategic Lessons from an Entrepreneurial Journey
In an enlightening episode of The Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, Dawn Buschert shares her transformative journey from a second-generation farme
Chris Herbert
Apr 20, 20243 min read


Trailblazing Leadership: Adventure-Inspired Strategies for High Performance Teams
About this Episode In this engaging episode of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, host Chris Herbert sits down with Scott Kress, an...
Chris Herbert
Feb 10, 20248 min read


Between Ditches: The Journey of Modern Farming
About the Episode In this insightful episode of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, host Chris Herbert sits down with Kristjan Hebert , a...
Chris Herbert
Jan 17, 20245 min read


The Art of Entrepreneurship: Embracing Innovation and Instinct
About this Episode In this insightful episode of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, host Chris Herbert sits down with Paul Hogendoorn, an...
Chris Herbert
Jan 11, 20246 min read


Gingerbug's Rise: A Tale of Resilience, Community, and Innovation in Entrepreneurship
About this Episode In this enlightening episode of the Rural Entrepreneur Podcast, host Chris Herbert engages with Megan Silk, co-founder...
Chris Herbert
Dec 8, 20236 min read
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