Behind the Business
Behind the Business
Podcast Description
Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but their stories are often untold. Join Faheem Savja as he dives into the personal stories of entrepreneurs who turned ideas into realities.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of entrepreneurship, community-building, and personal challenges, with episodes featuring in-depth discussions on topics like navigating the food industry with insights from Jiten Grover, managing cultural expectations in real estate with Fatima Jaffer, and balancing family life while raising capital in business with Cory Gottfredson.
Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, but their stories are often untold. Join Faheem Savja as he dives into the personal stories of entrepreneurs who turned ideas into realities.
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Connie Lo left a career in corporate accounting to co-found Three Ships Beauty, a skincare company on a mission to make effective, natural products accessible to everyone. What started with a simple idea grew into a nationally recognized brand featured in Whole Foods, the Globe and Mail, Dragon’s Den and Forbes.
In this episode, Connie sits down with Faheem to talk about:
- Her transition from Big 4 accounting and corporate to entrepreneurship
- What makes a co-founder relationship truly work
- Navigating rapid growth, major retail launches, and personal challenges (including a life-altering medical event)
- The real story behind their Dragon’s Den appearance
- How to push forward when things get tough — and why optimism still matters
Whether you're building a brand or exploring what’s next, this episode is a masterclass in resilience, purpose, and leading with heart.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:55 Founding Three Ships: The Early Days
04:29 Balancing Corporate Life and Entrepreneurship
08:15 The Role of Family Support
10:39 The Co-Founder Dynamic
12:56 Building Effective Communication
16:30 The Entrepreneurial Journey: Early Signs
18:51 Learning from Family: The Entrepreneurial Influence
21:30 Scaling Challenges: The Target Meeting
23:46 Navigating Life's Challenges: A Personal Journey
27:18 The Impact of Media Exposure: Lessons from Dragon's Den
32:41 Overcoming Age and Gender Bias in Entrepreneurship
35:49 Building Confidence: Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
41:52 Future Aspirations: Growth and Expansion Plans
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