Episode Overview

Authenticity can mean a host of different things to a host of different people. Dwania Peele, owner and executive director of Canadian Small Business Women, believes the key to strong and sustainable business relationships is being authentically yourself.

Dwania Peele is the Owner and Executive Director of Canadian Small Business Women.  A lover of entrepreneurship, volunteering and networking, Dwania strives to inspire aspiring and current entrepreneurs in Canada. A Chemist and Political Scientist by training and education, but an entrepreneur at heart, Dwania has started 2 successful businesses since 2008.  In 2013, Canadian Small Business Women began serving as a platform for aspiring and current small business women of Canada. Through e-courses, blogs, online chats, Seminars and Expos, CSBW provides avenues for entrepreneurs to showcase their expertise. 

Dwania continues to make an impact by appearing as a guest speaker at various entrepreneur events and by guest appearances on panels across the GTA to provide valuable insight to those in need. Dwania also champions the success of immigrant entrepreneurs and it is reflected in her new book The Power Within: Inspiring Stories of Female Immigrant Entrepreneurs.

“Be authentic for yourself and for your network. Show up for your community.”

On this week’s THRIVE Podcast, sponsored by the Business Development Bank of Canada and Scotiabank, Dwania discusses her startup journey, being authentically yourself, and fostering your inner spirit of resilience.

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