Episodes

Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Meet Serena Bufalino, CEO/Founder of Help Heal Humanity (NGO)
Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Serena Bufalino is a force of nature. She is rooted in service to others and hauls herself over every obstacle using the pitons of hard work, dedication, and determination. What began as a career as a teacher under the Section 23 program with Toronto’s at-risk youth, has evolved into a lifetime of service work empowering and inspiring people across the globe. Serena has taught in detention centres, mental health hospitals, and group homes. In 2011, the Haiti School Building Project was born, when her Section 23 students, insisted “Miss B, you say we can do anything, so let’s build a school.” In partnership with John Callaghan of Third World Awareness over $100,000 was fundraised and a school in Canaan, Haiti for three hundred students was constructed. Today, Serena, alongside a group of global movers and shakers, runs Help Heal Humanity and intends to change the world one “yes” at a time. Serena holds a BA from McMaster University.
Awards:
2015 winner of the McMaster University Alumni Arch Award.
2017 Excellence Award for Teaching from the Toronto District School Board.
Nominated as one of the top 100 teachers in Canada by the Toronto Star and won an honourable mention in 2015 and 2016.
Ranked third overall in Toronto for putting in more community service and hours than any other volunteer in the GTA.
Won the Ontario Heart award in 2015 for displaying courage and strength in working with at risk populations and caregiving for those most in need,
Nominated one of Toronto’s Best Influencers by Elle Magazine
https://parkbench.com/blog/help-heal-humanity-ngo-charity-mill-pond-richmond-hill-serena-bufalino

Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Meet Yolande Castello, Business Owner of Divinely Bliss Vacations
Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Saturday Jun 27, 2020
My name is Yolande Castello, business owner of Divinely Bliss Vacations. I have been in the Travel Industry for about 20 years and in my own business for almost 3 years. I love to travel and lend my expertise on World Wide travel. Traveling is a privilege and we are so lucky to have that opportunity to do it, whether it be for business, pleasure or another unique event. Our company specializes in family, business and cruise travel. We partner with the leading Travel Suppliers and Airlines in the world, giving us a leading edge in creating and crafting our clients travel needs. Whatever your niche is, we can do it. We have a team of people we collaborate with to make every detail of our clients travel experience a success. We care and we're with our clients every step of the way from beginning, during and after their trip.

Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Saturday Jun 27, 2020
An Elite Success Coach at Good Thoughts consulting. I am pleased to have worked with many teams and individuals in and outside the corporate world helping them grow to their full potential and dramatically increase their results for well over 15 years.
Being an accomplished career woman having broad life and work experiences, I had a major “Aha moment” and realized I had been settling for good, when I was in fact meant for GREATNESS! I decided to turn my life upside down and dedicate my life and business helping people all over the world find their TRUE SELF using the principles that are the foundation of SUCCESS. I coach and mentor individuals and businesses through the Thinking into Results Success System, enabling them to break through to high levels of success.

Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Saturday Jun 27, 2020
Kim Thompson-Pinder – The Extraordinary Word Ninja and Chief Visionary Officer, RTI Publishing
Have you ever looked at a blank computer screen in frustration because the words won’t come because you are afraid it won’t sound right? Or worse, that it won’t be received well?
Kim spent many years feeling that way after a teacher told Kim that she was, “No good at writing and should stop.” Discouraged, Kim put writing aside. Then, she came to a crossroads in her life and let those painful words go. She set her words free and let her voice to be heard once more. Since then, she has gone on to author five books (with three more on the way this year), two planners and even a collection of Sudoku books. Most importantly, Kim started RTI Publishing and has helped over one hundred entrepreneurs to become authors and taught them how to use their books to become authorities in their niche and open doors to build their business faster.
Kim understands the power of words and can’t wait to share them with you.
https://parkbench.com/blog/rti-publishing-house-books-mill-pond-richmond-hill-kim-thompson-pinder

Monday May 18, 2020
Louise Todd, Owner of Health is the New Wealth
Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
I retired after 30 years working with children and families. It took me awhile to find a business that allows me to once again work with families. Health is the New Wealth provides natural GMO-free products that can help with pain, sleep, anxiety, hydration, stress and nutrition. I provide high-quality products and can show you how to have a prosperous, stable career opportunity.

Monday May 18, 2020
Kirsty Perring, Owner, Travel Curator of Traversing Africa
Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
I was undecided with regards to what I wanted to do as a career when I finished high school. Choices ranged from nursing to law to teaching. So instead, I did what all level-headed teenagers do and jumped on a plane bound for the UK where I spent 2 years working as a nanny and travelling around Europe. Unbeknownst to me at the time, children and travelling became the 2 key building blocks in what lead to the launch of Traversing Africa 27 years later.
I have identified a niche in the travel market for families wanting to explore Africa with children in tow without having to compromise on luxury or cut back on their experiences but at the same time ensuring a safe, enjoyable and immersive trip for all members. The motive for this stemmed from travelling with my own child and understanding the degree of knowledge and depth of planning required to curate such a trip. After working in the industry for over 2 decades, I also came to the realisation that offering cookie-cutter itineraries lacking individuality was not the way I want anyone to encounter Africa, be it on a first-time trip or one of many. My main vision when Traversing Africa was conceived was that I wanted to be an architect in providing customised, personal, gratifying and life-enriching journeys to Africa to those who desired the same.
A bit more about me…
I am also the mother of 2 Yorkshire terriers Burt and Daisy. The only thing we dislike about travelling is leaving our pups behind. Luckily, they are so adorable that we have a number of aunts and uncles lining up to look after them while we are away. I have a thing for VW beetles and vans, especially yellow ones. My favourite animal to see on safari is wild dog, but I love all animals and have a weak spot for the underdogs such as hyenas and baboons.
https://parkbench.com/blog/traversing-africa-travel-agencies-mill-pond-richmond-hill-kirsty-perring

Monday May 18, 2020
Terence Anthony Ivor Lushington , Transformational Coach of T.L.C.
Monday May 18, 2020
Monday May 18, 2020
Terence Lushington is a Transformational Coach,Motivational Mentor,Trainer and Gifted Facial Reader.
In addition he is a performer and entertainer,emcee, host and Event Planner.
He is also a philanthropist and does multiple Charitable Events along with being an auctioneer for charitable events
https://parkbench.com/blog/tlc-consultants-mill-pond-richmond-hill-terence-lushington

Wednesday May 13, 2020
Zahra Lavji, Owner/Optician of Eyewear on the go
Wednesday May 13, 2020
Wednesday May 13, 2020
Meet Zahra
Your Personal Optician & Eye-style Consultant
As an optician and Eyestyle consultant, my mission is creating an affordable yet personalized shopping experience as unique as each of my clients. By combining my passion for fashion and style with my desire of helping people feel their best, I am proud to offer an eye-styling experience focused on convenience, affordability, and impeccable style.
The two things people don’t have enough of is time and money. We’ve solved this problem by offering individuals an alternative way to shop eyewear. Eyewear on the go focuses on the client’s experience while eliminating brick and mortar expenses, allowing us to translate those savings directly to our clients.
It all begins with listening to your story, getting to know your unique personality, and tailoring a look that compliments your style
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/...ronthego.ca
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/...ahra-lavji/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/...ronthego.ca
https://parkbench.com/blog/eyewear-on-the-go-eyewear-opticians-mill-pond-richmond-hill-zahra-lavji

Wednesday May 13, 2020
Karla Lang, Sacred Advisor for Conscious Couples of Karla Lang MFT
Wednesday May 13, 2020
Wednesday May 13, 2020
Karla is a trained Marriage and Family Therapist who has been in the clinical counselling field for over 20 years. Her expertise spands from working with children and adolescents to adults. She works with clients individually, as couples or as a family. Working with issues form Anxiety and Depression to Trauma and Abuse.
Karla is a train the trainer for Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy, which she uses in her work. She is also trained in Level 1 & 2 in Gottman Couples Therapy as well as Imago Couples Therapy, CBT, EFT, EMDR, Flash Technique, Domestic Abuse Counselling, and Energy Psychology.
https://parkbench.com/blog/karla-lang-mft-psychotherapy-mill-pond-richmond-hill-karla-lang

Tuesday May 12, 2020
Lynette Latinsky, Independent Insurance Advisor of Latinsky Financial Services
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Tuesday May 12, 2020
Lynette Latinsky is a full-time professional, independent, Financial Advisor, providing personalized strategies for financial protection for over 18 years. She has two adult children and anew grandson.
She works to provide personalized insurance solutions that works for each family and business, providing
peace of mind by creating a plan for today, tomorrow and the future.
As an award winning agent, Lynette works closely with other professionals and is able to provide clients a wide range of resources and support fits clients needs.
Her philosophy is: spend smart – not more, your most valuable asset is your ability to earn an income, so plan properly.
• Life Insurance: term and whole life,
• Mortgage Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance,
• Disability Insurance
• Full, honest and unbiased disclosure for all recommendations