In this special on-site edition of Insuring Your Success, host Bram Bains takes you inside one of the GTA’s most celebrated family-run businesses — The Samosa and Sweet Factory.

Recorded live from the 36th Annual Diwali Mela, this episode offers a candid look at the legacy, leadership, and lessons behind a business that’s been serving Canadian communities since 1989. What began as a small restaurant has grown into a global brand producing over half a million samosas a day — built on unity, innovation, and an unwavering work ethic.

Guests:

• Mr. Harpal Sandhu, CEO & Founder – on the immigrant story, perseverance, and the role of faith in success.

• Harman & Param Sandhu, Second Generation Leaders – on legacy, leadership, and adapting in the modern era.

• Manraj Sandhu, Director of Retail – on scaling operations, partnerships with major retailers, and customer experience innovation.

Key Themes:

• Building from humble beginnings

• Hard work, faith, and family unity

• Generational succession and leadership transition

• Pivoting with purpose: from radio to social media

• Modernizing a legacy brand while staying rooted in values

Recorded at: Elite Banquet Hall, Etobicoke – during the 36th Annual Diwali Mithai Mela

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