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MVP Sports Business014 - Earning A Career Opportunity in Sports with Marian Agyei-Gyamera, Toronto Marlies (AHL)In this episode, Courtney and James had the privilege of chatting with Marian Agyei-Gyamera, the Manager of Business Operations for the Toronto Marlies Hockey Club.
Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of sports business:
1. Career Growth in Sports Business:
Insights on starting or advancing a career on the business side of sports.
Strategies to carve a niche and stand out in the competitive sports industry.
2. Building a Fanbase:
Exploring tactics employed by the Toronto Marlies to grow their fanbase.
Community programs, events, and engaging with influencers as avenues for outreach.
3. Challenges of a Small Team in a...2023-12-2053 min
Front Office UWomen in Sports Wednesday's | Marian Agyei-Gyamera - Manager, Business Operations, Toronto MarliesMarian Agyei-Gyamera joins host Sydney Delcontivo for Women in Sports Wednesdays.
Marian has participated in the Toronto Maple Leafs Management & Coaching Development program since 2021. She has run events and programs associated with the management side of the Leafs organization. Since that opportunity, she was promoted to her current role as the Manager of Business Operations for the Toronto Marlies, the Maple Leafs AHL Affiliate, in 2022.
Connect with Marian on LinkedIn
2023-12-0627 min
Even StrengthSports Marketing - Marian Agyei-GyameraRinging in 2022 with a new episode! Dive into the world of sports marketing with Marian Agyei-Gyamera, a marketing and management professional who has worked in all aspects of sport. We discuss her experiences in the industry, how athletes impact marketing, where the trends and cultures are moving, the success in women's sports marketing, and the importance of giving athletes a voice and brand. Tune in!Theme: 'Shawn Mrazek Lives!'2022-01-1123 min
MAGS MomentsAll In Ft. Erika MinkhorstOn today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Erika Minkhorst, founder of Park Market & Refillery.
Erika talks about quitting her corporate job to run her own business, the value of passion and purpose in the pursuit of entrepreneurship and how Park Market & Refillery is working to help consumers make more environmentally friendly decisions.
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Learn more about Erika and Park Market Refillery at https://www.parkmarketandrefillery.com/.2020-11-2331 min
MAGS Moments'Tech Makes The World Go Round’ Ft. Betsy D.On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Betsy D., the founder of ‘RICH For Him For Hur’, who is also an IT HR Specialist and a Manager for RBC’s Campus Engagement and New Grads program.
She talks about discovering her passion people and communications in high school and learning how to be adaptable in undergrad. Betsy also sheds some light on the importance of Human Resources and technology to both small and big businesses and how entrepreneurs can acquire the right skills to grow, even in this current climate.
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MAGS MomentsMy Space Ft. Brenda DansoHow are you coping with having to turn your living space into your workspace since the pandemic hit? A little stressed? Brenda Danso, founder and lead designer of BD Interior Design is here to curb all of those interior design fears!
On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, Brenda shares how growing up in Los Angeles and eventually moving to Toronto have influenced her career choices and interior design style.
Brenda also shares some easy tips on turning any space into your home, into a comfortable workspace.
Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more...2020-06-2235 min
MAGS Moments'Tech Teahouse' Ft. Therese OwusuDiversity is a word thrown around all too often in corporate spaces but recent events have proven that many industries and companies still have a long way to go in diversifying their staff.
Organizations such as Tech Teahouse are working to change that by increasing diversity and creating community in the tech industry.
On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Therese Owusu, one of the Co-founders of Tech Teahouse. Therese talks about her unique journey into the tech industry and how attending a conference led her to entrepreneurship.
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MAGS MomentsFree Your Mind Ft. Kayla GoodhoofdOn today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Registered Social Worker and Counsellor, Kayla Goodhoofd.
Kayla shares how her own personal experiences led her to a career focused on helping others through counselling. She also shares some great advice on coping in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of counselling and therapy and also provides tips on improving your mental health.
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MAGS MomentsIt's Tax Season Ft. Randy BlakeIt's Tax Season! With the current pandemic, a lot of people are filing their taxes on their own for the first time. Feeling overwhelmed? Then today’s episode of MAGS Moments is for you!
We’re joined by Randy Blake, a Tax Auditor for the Canada Revenue Agency, who shares all the information you need to know about income taxes, expenses, credits and more. He also debunks some myths about CRA.
Visit magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marke...2020-05-1957 min
MAGS MomentsBe Bold Ft. Lindsay LesleyOn today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by the founder of Bold New Girls and Author, Lindsay Sealey.
Lindsay reflects on how her childhood and career in education led her to start a business focused on supporting and empowering young girls and their support systems. She also talks about the importance of timing when pursuing entrepreneurship.
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MAGS Moments2020 Vision Ft. Charnel Ewen-LewisGoal setting is a topic normally reserved for the beginning of the year, but what happens when life gets in the way of it all?
On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Founder of She’s So Limitless and Therapist, Charnel Ewen-Lewis.
Charnel talks about her positive experiences with goal setting, from pursuing her career to starting her own business. She also shares some tips on setting achievable goals and modifying your goals in the midst of a pandemic.
Learn more about ‘She’s So Limitless’ at @ShesSoLimitless on Instagram...2020-04-2434 min
MAGS MomentsProblem SOLVD Ft. Nana SaforiIn this world, there are dreamers and there are doers. Nana Safori, the Founder of SOLV Advisors, joins us on MAGS Moments today to share why being a doer is important.
Nana talks about his journey from Ghana to Canada and how his family and experiences at Carleton University impacted his desire to pursue entrepreneurship full time. He also discusses how being confidence, keeping faith, working hard work and having a solid support system can lead to success.
Learn more about ‘SOLV Advisors’ at www.solvadvisors.com and follow @solv...2020-04-1547 min
MAGS MomentsGet Linked In Ft. Stephen AmoahBeing an entrepreneur requires you to do three key things: sell a product or service that people want, find ways to make your business better and be determined.
Today’s MAGS Moments guest, Stephen Amoah, is an Account Executive at LinkedIn who shares how the networking platform can help entrepreneurs achieve these three things. Stephen talks about his own journey through entrepreneurship, how being himself and good networking helped him land an amazing job and the benefits of using LinkedIn to build business and find a job.
Learn more abo...2020-04-0834 min
MAGS MomentsMake Space Ft. Joelle WhiteWhat do you do when you realize amazing artists in your city aren't getting the attention they deserve? You create that space for them.
Today on MAGS Moments, we’re joined by Joelle White, a Experiential Marketer by day and Music Curator by night. Joelle talks about how her love for discovering new artists in high school led to her founding 'Gxrls Need Love', a playlist and platform committed to promoting new artists and women in the Toronto music scene.
She also talks about her experience as a an entrepreneur, hosting her first live show and...2020-03-1836 min
MAGS MomentsHere's How We Save the Future: HEMP Ft. Akeem GardnerEntrepreneurship is all about stepping out of your comfort zone. Sometimes, that means starting a business in a new and unique industry.
Today on MAGS Moments, we’re joined by Akeem Gardner, founder of Atlas 365. He debunks some myths about Hemp, shares how his love for basketball has impacted him as an entrepreneur in such a niche industry and speaks on how Atlas 365 and Hemp can curb the climate crisis and save the future.
Learn more about Atlas 365 at https://www.atlas365.ca.
Visit www.magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and...2020-02-2748 min
MAGS MomentsCreate Your Own Narrative ft. Amira de VeraFor brands and businesses interested in the power of persuasion, they must consider the use of Public Relations.
Amira de Vera, the founder of Project Four PR, join us this week to talk about how she became a publicists and entrepreneur, the value of networking to help find clients and the benefits of utilizing PR tools to promote your small business.
Learn more about Project Four PR at https://www.projectfourpr.com/.
Visit www.magsconsults.com/blog to learn more about entrepreneurship and for...2020-01-3029 min
MAGS MomentsWe Are Culture Ft. Maddy TremblayCulture seems like such a cliche term as it is often misused and abused by many. True culture however, is a game changer.
Culture determines the goals, attitudes and ultimately effectiveness of a business and its employees.
Maddy Tremblay, a Culture Operations and Events Specialist at Shopify, joins us this week to discuss how she came to be a member of an organization with an admirable organizational culture. She also discusses how great leadership and differing personalities in staff may ultimately contribute to positive work culture and shares how small businesses can keep their employees hap...2020-01-1558 min
MAGS MomentsBuild Wealth Ft Kobi Amponsah & Jeffrey AsirifiLegacy is defined as anything handed down from the past, as from an ancestor or predecessor. The five co-founders of Posterity Capital Holdings have committed themselves to this exact thing. They are focused on educating people within their communities, building wealth and leaving long lasting legacies.
Jeffrey Asirifi and Kobi Amponsah of Posterity Capital Holdings join us today to discuss the importance of building wealth through real estate, educating the next generation and how you can invest in parts of the real estate process.
Learn more about Posterity Capital Holdings Ltd at www.posteritycapitalholdings.com...2019-12-181h 04
MAGS MomentsReflections Ft. Shelby RowlandAs an entrepreneur, being self aware can affect everything from the way you run your business to the way you treat your employees.
Shelby Rowland reflects how her own self awareness, experiences and relatability to young girls ultimately led to the creation of gracie's gals, an organization focused on using movement to empower young girls.
She also talks about developing great leaders and helping shape the next generation.
Learn more about gracie's gals at https://www.graciesgals.com/.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for...2019-12-111h 14
MAGS MomentsPlanner Knows Best Ft. Grace ArhinIf you want to do something well, hire an expert! On this week's episode of MAGS Moments, Event Planner, Grace Arhin, provides insight on her journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood and marriage. She touches on experience with starting her business, Grace Arhin Events, as well as the importance of building ones network and planning ahead. Grace also shares some amazing tips for future brides, grooms and even members of the bridal party!
- Grace talks about her journey to entrepreneurship: 2:00
- Grace shares some tips on event planning: 30:00
- Grace provides important advice to...2019-11-2849 min
MAGS MomentsBeBlended Ft. Aileen AgadaOn this week’s episode of MAGS Moments, Aileen Agada (an Environmental Engineering student and entrepreneur) talks about the value of market research, having faith through the entrepreneurial process and what it’s like being a full time student and full time boss!
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MAGS MomentsQuick Tips: No Socials, No ProblemMany entrepreneurs rely on popular social media sites such as instagram and facebook to promote their products and services, share information and connect with consumers. But what happens when these avenues are not available? Today on MAGS Moments: Quick Tips, Marian shares some alternative ways to stay connected to your client base.
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2019-11-1409 min
MAGS MomentsMAGS MOMENTS: It's A New SZNIt's officially season 2 of MAGS Moments!
On today's episode, Marian provides an update on MAGS and how her business is holding up in a season of transition.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read learn more about entrepreneurship and for information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-10-2218 min
MAGS MomentsPressed News ft. Jacqueline LeungOn today's episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Jacqueline Leung, the founder of Pressed News.
Jacqueline speaks about her decision to quit her job at Rogers Media and start her own company as well as the realities of being a woman of colour and millennial boss.
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MAGS MomentsFor The Culture Ft. @VeeeracityVisit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-06-2129 min
MAGS MomentsLeader of the New School Ft. Dakota RaeThere's always been the debate about whether leaders are born or made. Founder and CEO of Equation Sales Group, Dakota Rae shows us that some leaders are indeed born.
On today's episode of MAGS Moments, we discuss Dakota's experience working in B2B sales, having Robert Herjavec write about her in his book "Win to Win", her predictions for the NBA playoffs and what it's like to be a millennial boss.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-06-0640 min
MAGS MomentsThe Family Business Ft. Daisy BaduThe beauty industry has always been extremely lucrative but not necessarily inclusive. Felicia Sarpong and her daughters, Princilla and Daisy, aimed to change that when they launched Paba Cosmetics, a beauty brand that provides makeup products for women of colour.
On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, we are joined by Paba COO, Daisy Badu, who provides some insight on her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of legacy and the realities of being part of the family business.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to dig...2019-05-2337 min
MAGS MomentsAyesha Curry & Your Instagram Likes ft. @veeeracityOn today’s episode, we cover some interesting pop culture topics and how they ultimately affect business and marketing. Joined by MAGS’ Social Media Correspondent, Veracia (@veeracity), we’ll give you the inside scoop!
What do Ayesha Curry, Instagram hiding your likes, influencers and your business all have to do with one another? Find out on today’s episode of MAGS Moments!
With insight from our Social Media Correspondent, @veeeracity we discuss how the need for validation on social platforms may ultimately affect your business and digital marketing strategy!
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MAGS MomentsMo Money ft. Kwami BoafoSmall business owners, did you know you could get FREE advice and assistance from a professional at your local bank?
On today’s episode of MAGS Moments, Marian is joined by Scotiabank’s Commercial Relationships Manager, Kwami Boafo, who offers up great financial advice related to personal finances and finding ways to fund your business ventures!
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-05-0840 min
MAGS MomentsThe Marathon Continues ft. Andrew Prempehhere's not doubt that entrepreneurship is a marathon and everyone's approach is different. Experimental Entrepreneurship though? This was Andrew Prempeh's approach to business when he started Reify, a rewards style initiative that provides shoppers with discounts to Afro-Caribbean stores in the Greater Toronto Area.
Andrew shares his journey to entrepreneurship (it's still going) and the importance of bettering the places and spaces you're in through finding the gaps and closing them through providing great products and services!
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to d...2019-04-2245 min
MAGS MomentsRevenge of The Nerds ft. Bentzen Takyi & Shanice ChristieOn today’s episode, I’m joined by health professionals, Shanice Christie and Bentzen Tayki. We discuss career goals from high school, changing your perspective on failure, how a 9-5 can become an entrepreneurial venture, supporting your friends in business and so much more!
So much wisdom and great advice in this episode.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-04-0641 min
MAGS MomentsTwo Jobs, Too Many?WOW airline ✈️ is officially bankrupt and there are entrepreneurs who also have bosses... Weird? Not at all!
We discuss the end of the airline and some of the benefits of working a 9-5 and operating an entrepreneurial venture which include steady income, free professional development and an expansive network. We also touch on things to consider before going into full-time entrepreneurship!
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-03-3126 min
MAGS MomentsYour Network is Your Net WorthWe know, we know, it’s been a while but we’ve got a new episode for you!
One of our goals at MAGS is to create a network of talented millennial entrepreneurs but networking is H A R D. You can sign up for all the event brite networking workshops you want but if you don’t know how to initiate conversation (completing them is always a good start) or maintain your relationships, your networking goes to waste.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources relate...2019-03-1823 min
MAGS MomentsAllow Me To Re-Introduce MyselfAll About MAGS2019-03-1800 min
MAGS MomentsMAGS Moments: About MAGSAll About MAGS2019-03-1815 min
MAGS MomentsFyre Festival?!?!?!We're switching things up on the blog today with a podcast! We watched Fyre:The Greatest Party That Never Happened, a documentary on Netflix about the 2017 #fyrefestival and we were mindblown! Marian (MAGS Founder) shares her thoughts on the documentary and gives some important takeaways on this week's episode.2019-03-1819 min
MAGS MomentsMAGS Moments: Lessons Learned - What 2018 Taught UsJanuary took forever to end but served as a sobering reminder that we have indeed entered 2019. We thought we’d share some lessons we learned in 2018 that have provided best practice methods for us to carry into 2019.
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read about learn more about entrepreneurship and for free information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-03-1813 min
MAGS MomentsOperation Varsity Blues ft. Doreen BonsuToday’s episode features education expert, Doreen Bonsu ! We talk about the US college admission scandal, turning small chances into big opportunities and teachers starting their own side hustles!
Visit www.magsconsults.com to read learn more about entrepreneurship and for information and resources related to digital marketing and social media.2019-03-1826 min