Paving a way

for your Prosperity!

Small Business Talks strives to challenge normal conventions of the Marketplace to keep up with the increasingly fluid nature of business.

Small Business Talks

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Welcome to Small Business Talks, powered by CanadianSME the premier and most relevant platform for SMEs in Canada. We highlight growing businesses and thought leaders with a strong focus on innovation, growth, and marketing to generate the results you believe you are capable of. 


Small Business Talks strives to challenge normal conventions of the Marketplace to keep up with the increasingly fluid nature of business. These episodes are designed to go beyond the ‘whats’ to touch the ‘Whys’ and more importantly the ‘Hows’. Our guests invest in the skills and mental makeup Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders need in these everchanging times.



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Featured Small Business Talks Series

Small Business Talks strives to challenge the normal conventions of the Marketplace, to ensure we keep up with the increasingly fluid nature of business. These episodes are designed to go beyond the ‘whats’ to touch the ‘Whys’ and more importantly the ‘Hows’. Our guests will invest in the skills and mental makeup that Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders need in these transitionary times.


  • Cyber Security Series
  • The Small Business Tech Talk Series  Entrepreneurship Canada Series
  • Business Resourcing Series 
  • Canadian Innovation Series
  • Marketing & Business Automation Series




What is

Small Business Talks?

3rd party endorsement elevates brand perception allowing controlled messaging to portray guests as the expert and leaders in their space. Small Business Talks is specifically curated for Entrepreneurs in the Canadian Small Business space, who seek to amplify their message through conversation, education and connection with their target group.


We’ve nurtured our audience with our national Podcast Canada Business Talks. The audience has come to expect practical, cutting edge and challenging conversations The audience for Small Business Talks is primed to expect engaging guests whose competence shines through their confidence. The deliberate format design is meant to create an enjoyable viewing experience through Edu-Tainment. Our host marries Content to personal and relatable moments, so the audience connects with the message and the messenger. 


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Why Sponsor

Small Business Talks?

Decision Makers and Influencers live here.


SMEs in Canada account for more than 97% of the economy - The market is significant. Position your brand as a leader in the effort in helping Small Businesses last past these challenging times. Investing your expertise and experience will allow you company to be remembered as the voice that helped them bounces back after going through setbacks. Be the brand they remember as a critical component as they overcame challenges, gaps in their knowledge and gaps they have in the tools and skills they possess. You can participate and be celebrated as the voice that helped generate more success stories!


Our sponsors have access to our entire Canadian SME platform, Through events, conference and featured articles, your reach will extend well beyond Small Business Talks. Leverage the strength of CanadianSME and participate in a marketing ecosystem where small business owners and decision makers live. Together, Moving Forward.



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Elissa Lansdell

Media Host

Elissa Lansdell is a Leadership Development Coach and Facilitator who helps clients communicate in a way that inspires connection and drives action. Her clients include CEOs, executives, and employees at every level and across a range of sectors, including finance, government, and healthcare.


Prior to founding Rockstar Communications in 2020, Elissa worked as an on camera host and producer for several North American networks, including Country Music Television, CHUM and City TV. She has appeared on hundreds of red carpets and dozens of TV shows, and has drawn from that work to help her clients navigate nerves and speak in impactful sound bites.


Elissa is passionate about helping her clients lead from a place of passion and authenticity, which was the driving force behind her signature program, The Consciously Imperfect Leader.


Elissa lives with her teen daughter and rescue pets in the Burlington, Ontario.

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