Empowerment Radio Show

Meet Janette Burke, Media Personality and Mentor of Janette's TV

Janette Burke is the Executive Producer, Host & Creator of the award-winning Janette’s TV and Janette’s TV Podcast. Having interviewed countless A-list celebrities, thought-leaders, game-changers and experts, she knows what it takes to assume the spotlight and effectively spread your message. So she also provides Mentoring & Training to CEO’s, executives, entrepreneurs, professionals and sales agents who wish to garner more media attention and improve their presentation, performance and communication skills when appearing on-camera (media, pod & webcast interviews, videos or LIVES), speaking on-stage (solo, panel or virtual), preparing a TEDTalk or interacting with clients, sponsors, investors, and staff.

https://parkbench.com/blog/janettes-tv-media-mill-pond-richmond-hill-janette-burke

Meet Svetlana Ratnikova, Founder of Immigrant Women in Business

Svetlana Ratnikova brings a wealth of national and international experience to the company — from entrepreneurial, corporate, recruiting and marketing. With a record of starting and transforming organizations she is skilled at designing winning strategies, identifying new opportunities and mobilizing teams to achieve results. She is a values-driven and passionate about being on the front edge, inspiring growth and developing teams. As a seasoned business leader with 25 years of broad experience Svetlana concentrates on building and nurturing agency culture of professional growth and client-service excellence.

Svetlana was born in Moscow, Russia and immigrated to Canada in 1994. She earned a degree from the University of Moscow in Marketing and Economics in 1989. Svetlana commenced her leadership journey at the tender age of 20, when she became of the first female entrepreneurs in Moscow.

In Canada she began her career with a major market research firm working with some of the largest companies in the world as clients. Soon after, she became a headhunter for pharmaceutical companies.

In 2001 Svetlana launched Terra Naturals Inc. with the mission to improve lives throughout completely natural, petroleum free body care products. She oversaw strategy, performance, budget and gained valuable experience in all aspects of global sales & marketing as well as product development and production. Svetlana has proven her ability to combine innovative concepting and deep understanding of global consumer insight, allowing the vision to be carried from idea to execution.

Svetlana also supports entrepreneurs of small to medium-sized businesses, leaders and professionals to achieve their aspirations and bring their dreams to life. She enjoys working directly with young people to help them to explore enterprise as viable and sustainable paths to secure their socio-economic futures.

“We rarely see management of this high calibre in emerging businesses. Ms. Ratnikova combines high integrity, visionary strategy, operational discipline and entrepreneurial instinct. Svetlana is one of the most passionate individuals I have ever had the pleasure of working with.”
Michael J. Walker, AON National Director, M&A Advisory Group

https://parkbench.com/blog/immigrant-women-in-business-consultants-mill-pond-richmond-hill-svetlana-ratnikova

Meet Paul Ciaravella, Food Expert of PureTrim, Parkinsons expert, Organic Food expert & Author

Nutrition coach Paul Ciaravella’s passion is helping people. He’s called a kaka coach because he helps those that are bloated and constipated—and he’s pretty good at it! Paul’s extensive knowledge of organic food and how the body works helps people have a better food system.
You can find Paul at the Waldorf School in Vaughan on Saturday mornings at the Organic Market.

https://parkbench.com/blog/puretrim-nutrition-wellness-mill-pond-richmond-hill-paul-ciaravella

Meet Gaby Abdelgadir, International Best Selling Author & Clearing Coach, The Linn Method, Certified Canfield Success Trainer

“Gaby Abdelgadir is a #1 International Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, Certified Canfield Success Principles Trainer, Certified Clutter Clearing Practitioner, Feng Shui Expert, Life Coach and a Motivational Speaker.

Gaby has been studying Personal Development and Leadership for over 20 years and knows what it takes to live with Grace, Peace and Balance.

Using her real life experiences along with the Success Principles and a Spiritual way of Decluttering your life, Gaby will teach you how to increase your confidence, tackle daily challenges, live with passion and purpose, helping you get from where you are to where you want to be.

https://parkbench.com/blog/total-declutter-consultants-mill-pond-richmond-hill-gaby-abdelgadir

Meet Joey Dimerman, Broker at Achievex Financial Services Inc.

I entered the insurance industry a decade ago, after 21 years of being a chiropractor in the Greater Toronto Area. Although some may think that there is a great divide between these two professions, I have come to learn that there is indeed an overlap and benefits to my clients as a result of my previous career.

Most importantly, as a result of my medical background, I have the knowledge and ability to advocate and negotiate on behalf of my clients, when dealing with insurance carrier underwriters.

Also, just as I enjoyed and took great pride in helping my patients as their chiropractor, so too do I take pleasure in helping my insurance clients obtain the right coverage for themselves and their families. I am honoured, when my clients tell me, just as they did when I was a chiropractor, that they feel they are in good hands.

MY COMMITMENT
To find the best, most cost-effective insurance and financial solution for you, after understanding your needs. I am committed to staying in touch with and updating you of any changes in the industry which might be of value to you. My goal is to build a long-term relationship with you and your family, with the understanding that I can always be reached for advice or direction.

https://parkbench.com/blog/achievex-financial-services-inc-insurance-mill-pond-richmond-hill-joey-dimerman

Meet Jodie Rogers, Wellness Advocate of DoTerra

“Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford

Jodie Rogers believes that if you put your mind to something, you will accomplish it, and she has practiced what she preaches throughout her career.

After graduating from UBC, Jodie sought an international experience and moved to Japan. In her six years there, she gained professional experience at the head office of a Japanese manufacturing company, achieved a black belt in the martial art of Aikido and started her MBA with McGill University.

After 13 years in sales and marketing in consumer packaged goods in Canada, Jodie Rogers is now a corporate executive turned entrepreneur. With a heart to serve others, Jodie desires to lead others to change and to live out their true calling.

Jodie has a passion for helping others take control of their physical, emotional and financial health. She is excited to share her knowledge of health and wellness, and loves it when others’ lives are changed.

“I love to give the gift of wellness. Essential oils have quite literally changed the way my husband and I take care of our family and we believe everyone needs to know about their amazing benefits. Essential oils have so many applications - from mood and pain management to cleansing and overall wellness. My goal is to empower others to take control of their health and that of their family. I would love to connect with YOU!”.

https://parkbench.com/blog/doterra-healthy-living-mill-pond-richmond-hill-jodie-rogers

Meet Ben Oosterveld, Business & Human Development Coach of Business From Within

Ben Oosterveld has become a true master when it comes to hacking growth in humans and in their businesses.

Ben is a true student of life. From living in the streets as a kid to spending 365 days in a rehab before he was 18 years old. Ben had to find himself the hard way, as he wrestled with low self worth, depression and suicide.

Ben is not your typical business coach; He has a way of pulling the hidden potential out of any human being. Ben is an odd mix of marketing genius, human transformation coach and a master at human behavior.

Ben teaches simple business systems focused on world class client experience rather than just traditional branding or goal setting. He believes that high level success is not only hidden in the newest strategy but also in the growth of the person running the strategy. Over the years, Ben has helped business owners create explosive growth in their business and lives. Many of his clients doubled their income while increasing their confidence, self-awareness while enjoying a healthy balanced family life.

https://parkbench.com/blog/business-from-within-consultants-mill-pond-richmond-hill-ben-oosterveld

Meet Hailey Patry, True Happiness Coach & Marriage Mentor of The Lifted Lid

Hailey Patry is the founder of The Lifted Lid… “Life Uncapped”. She is best known for her work as a True Happiness coach, Marriage Mentor and The Happy Business Coach, delivering massive results in just nine hours. As the recipient of countless business impact awards, Hailey is also nicknamed “World’s Happiest Woman”, and awarded as “World’s Best Marriage Mentor”. She is an authority on Happiness, Love and Success. Having spoken for over 1-million audience members and coached over 26,000 students in 136 countries, she is a master speaker and facilitator. She is also an award-winning author with three International-Best-Selling Books. Her fourth book just launched, called HAPPY LOVE.

Hailey works with entrepreneurs, families, organizations, institutions and couples. As a happily married mom of three, she is also a seasoned business owner, running companies for over 20 years, such as a traditional business, an International franchise, a Global Corporation, a 60-million-dollar home-based business, and a coaching institute… all while making LOVE and HAPPINESS her two key focuses for her own family and for her clients. She mentors business owners to achieve your full potential, creating a successful LIFE and a successful BUSINESS.

Her mission is for you to ‘Love Your Results’ and live your ‘Life Uncapped’. Hailey’s purpose is to help GOOD people, actually live a GOOD life…so you can make life happen FOR you, instead of it happening TO you. She blends heart, humour and uplifting stories with interactive activities to teach you your fastest path to happiness, success and love. Working with Hailey helps you immediately decrease stress, overwhelm, and anxiety, while increasing your results. Clients say her energy is like a “warm hug” and that she is a “breath of fresh air” to work with. You can access her methods though private coaching programs, transformational workshops, her keynotes and her retreats. Hailey’s methods are fresh, innovative and they work…QUICKLY!


Overcoming more than 30 years of trauma, has taught Hailey how to bounce back and create happiness, love and success rapidly, no matter what challenges are present. Above all else, she knows intimately well, how to help YOU and your organization thrive against all odds. She has been featured on Cogeco, Rogers, NBC and other media, but you are more likely to see her hiking with her family, working out, cuddling with her kids or on her weekly date night with her husband.

https://parkbench.com/blog/the-lifted-lid-consultants-mill-pond-richmond-hill-hailey-patry

Meet Sima Saleemi, working to support kids in need

Sima Saleemi is a proud resident of Richmond Hill and more specifically Mill Pond area for the last 20 years. She is an active member of the community both personally and professionally. Her degree in Psychology from the University of Toronto has led her into positions of human services for decades with one very near and dear to her heart right here in Richmond Hill; Sima is currently an Employment Counsellor at 360kids where she prepares youth from all areas of York Region and beyond for employment and general life skills. Her past volunteer work in the neighborhood has included Welcome Centre Richmond Hill, Mariann Home and Pleasantville Public School.

https://parkbench.com/blog/sima-saleemi-interview-mill-pond-richmond-hill

Cheryl Frydman, Music Teacher & Food & Beverage Manager

Cheryl Lynn Frydman is an established Food and Beverage Manager at Delmanor Retirement Communities in Richmond Hill, Ontario. She received her B.S in Psychology at York University in 2014, Diploma of Food and Beverage from George Brown College in 2016 and her Diploma in Restaurant and Hotel Management from Seneca College in 2018. After her long journey throughout school she realized her goal was to become the best in creating a positive and remembered experience for the community within the Hospitality Industry. She then worked as a District Manager for Fishbone Restaurants & Bistro for quite some time.

Then later to find out her niche was within the Retirement Industry when she left the restaurant industry after being in it for 8 years. A whole new experience and a life long goal was then found. She then established a strong passion for working with the elderly and is growing within the company and learning more about the industry and herself everyday.

While doing this she then got contacted to work along side a musician catering to the talent within her community; teaching vocal lessons at Max Music Academy in Richmond Hill. This is something she has been passionate about her whole life and always wanted to pursue. She incorporates all her expertise and understanding of work ethic, knowledge and experience too both positions. She currently residences in Richmond Hill, Ontario.

https://parkbench.com/blog/cheryl-frydman-interview-mill-pond-richmond-hill