Sinclair Podcast
Welcome to The Sinclair Podcast—a space where entrepreneurship meets personal growth!
Join host Chris Sinclair as he sits down with game-changers, thought leaders, and relentless founders to unpack what it really takes to lead, scale, and stay human along the way.
These are unfiltered conversations that challenge convention and fuel action—for anyone looking to grow a business and a life that actually feels aligned!
Episodes
34 episodes
Inside the Mind of a Pharma Trailblazer
🎙️ THE NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️What does it take to launch groundbreaking therapies, lead billion-dollar teams, and scale early-stage biotech from the ground up?This week, I sat down with Victoria Vertesi — ...
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Episode 34
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The Quiet Power of Leadership: ‘What You Don’t See Behind 28 Years of Growth’
🎙NEW EPISODE: Leading with People First in a Rapidly Changing IndustryWhat does it take to help steer one of Ontario’s largest credit unions through transformation, while keeping people at the core?In this episode, I sit down with...
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Episode 33
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Leading a 97-Year-Old Family Business | The Journey to CEO at Canada Tire
🎙NEW EPISODE: Leading a 97-Year-Old Business Into the FutureWhat’s it like growing up and your family owning a nearly century-old company—and then becoming its CEO?In this episode, I sit down with Gabriel Granatstein, CEO of Can...
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Episode 32
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Getting The Family Business: From Legacy to Leading with Vulnerability
NEW EPISODE: From Family Legacy to Leading with VulnerabilityWhat happens when you're handed the reins to a family business… and told, “Be good enough—or I’ll sell it”?That was the starting line for Joe Glionna, Pre...
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Episode 31
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Scaling Smart: ‘What They Don’t Tell You About Selling Your Company’
This week, I sat down with Tom Havens — founder of Catalyst and former creative lead at HALO — for one of the most honest convos we’ve had yet.We talk about what it really looks like to scale a design-led company, the painful missteps o...
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Episode 30
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Lab-Born Leadership: Building a Global AMR Movement
This week on The Sinclair Podcast, I sat down with one of the world's most influential scientists in antimicrobial resistance: Dr. Gerry Wright. A Killam Prize winner, Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, and the man behind over 320 published...
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Episode 29
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Aligned to Amplify: Redefining Success in Chiropractic Coaching
This week, I'm joined by Dr. Laurence Tham, a chiropractor, coach, and founder of the Nitro Program, which was created to help chiropractors build more profit, more freedom, and more fulfillment into their lives and practices.Dr. Lauren...
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Episode 28
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Built to Last: ‘What It Takes to Lead in Luxury Construction’
This week, I sat down with Darren Hendriks — President of Homes by Hendriks, a custom home builder, entrepreneur, and a true craftsman in the world of luxury construction.From working part-time as a site supervisor to leading one of Niag...
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Episode 27
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Exec to Coach: ‘Reimagining Leadership After Corporate Success’
This week, I sat down with Ashley McCune — former President of Facilis Group, executive coach, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential women in the promotional products industry.From her first job at Office Max to scaling a tech co...
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Episode 26
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Raising Ethereum: ‘Fatherhood Meets the Future of Technology’
This week, I sat down with Dmitry Buterin — tech entrepreneur, startup mentor, and proud father of Ethereum’s co-founder, Vitalik Buterin.From growing up in the Soviet Union to building multi-million dollar SaaS companies in Canada, Dmit...
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Episode 25
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Making Peace: ‘Harnessing Emotions for Growth & Connection’
This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Steve Abma—a registered psychotherapist, clinical director, and expert in emotional health. With over 20 years of experience, Steve has helped individuals and couples navigate difficult emotion...
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Episode 24
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Scaling Success: ‘People-First Leadership Meets Business Growth’
This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Matt Rolfe—a hospitality coach, leadership expert, speaker, and bestselling author of "You Can't Do It Alone". With years of experience coaching leaders to scale their businesses, build strong ...
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Episode 23
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Driving Industry Excellence – ‘Leadership Meets Innovation’
This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Prashant Ohri, President of Henry Schein, Americas (ex-US), a leader in the consumer packaged goods and dental device industry. With years of experience in business development, management, and str...
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Episode 22
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Industry Game-Changer: 'Vision Meets Customer Focus' – Swag.com’s Rise
This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jeremy Parker—Founder & CEO of Swag.com, the game-changer that’s disrupting the promotional products industry. Jeremy’s vision was simple: Swag should mean someth...
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Episode 21
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Redefining Employee Recognition & Financial Wellness - 'Purpose Meets Progress'
This week, I had the honour of sitting down with Jonathan Hillis—a serial entrepreneur, startup builder, and the founder of Tenure, a game-changing platform redefining employee recognition and financial wellness!Jonathan’s journey is on...
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Episode 20
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Trade Leader: 'Vision Meets Grit' – Building Success in Electrical Contracting
This week, I had the honour of sitting down with Aaron Jones—CEO of Kraun Electric Inc., a leader in the electrical contracting industry who knows firsthand that success isn’t overnight—it’s built over years of hard work, vision, and resilience...
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Episode 19
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Tech Innovator: 'Purpose Meets Passion' – Revolutionizing Nonprofit Fundraising
This week, I had the honor of sitting down with Josh Bloomfield—CEO and founder of Givecloud, a game-changing platform revolutionizing nonprofit fundraising. Josh’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership that insp...
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Episode 18
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MINDSET COACH: "Get In Touch With Your Giftedness" - Empowering Entrepreneurs To Become Great Leader
🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️This week, I had the privilege of sitting down with Philip McKernan—a globally renowned speaker, author, and mentor whose unapologetic approach to life and leadership is nothing short of ...
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Episode 17
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Branded Merch Experts: "Creativity Meets Connection" - Empowering Innovation in the Promo Industry
🎙️ NEW EPISODE OF THE SINCLAIR PODCAST IS LIVE! 🎙️This week, I’m joined by Catherine Graham and Mark Graham, Co-Founders of 'commonsku', for an exciting conversation about creativity, connection, and the vibrant world of branded merchand...
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Episode 16
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From Flying Fighter Jets to Building An 8-Figure Investment Firm
This week, I’m joined by Mike Brown, Founder of Unbreakable Wealth, for a powerful discussion about wealth, freedom, and the mindset required to achieve both.Mike has an extraordinary background—he flew fighter jets for the Navy before b...
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Episode 15
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The CEO Who Turned Swag Into a Million-Dollar Business
This week, I’m joined by Michael Lovern, Founder and CEO of Brandito, for an inspiring conversation about ambition, leadership, and scaling a business with heart.Michael is someone who has deeply inspired me personally—he’s not only a su...
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Episode 14
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Ronald McDonald House CEO: Funding, Leadership, and Supporting Families in Crisis
This week, I’m joined by Mario DeDivitiis, CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities® South Central Ontario (RMHC®SCO), for an eye-opening conversation about the operations behind running a successful nonprofit organization.Mario ta...
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Episode 13
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Golf to Brewing Co. Owner: How I Built A Multi-Million Dollar Beverage Business
This week, I had the privilege of sitting down (virtually) with one of the most respected minds in the Canadian golf industry, Geoff Tait, Founder and President of Triple Bogey Brewing Co. 🍺⛳️Geoff’s entrepreneurial jou...
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Episode 12
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Professional Writer: "Storytelling Made The World" The Art of Storytelling & Finding Your Voice
In this episode, I’m thrilled to sit down with the incredibly talented Alex Morin, Co-Founder and Editor at Working Writers Co. 🪄✨We dive into the art of storytelling and how Alex helps authors find their voices and bring their narra...
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Episode 11
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Integration Coach: "I Love Drugs!" The Benefits of Mushrooms, MDMA, & Ketamine
EPISODE 10 OF THE ‘SINCLAIR PODCAST’ IS LIVE! 🎙️This one gets personal. I sit down with my therapist, Kathleen Oh, to dive into some seriously eye-opening stuff about healing and self-discovery. 🧠✨We chat about the work I’ve d...
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Episode 10
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