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Success Leaves Clues with Robin Bailey and Al McDonaldSuccess Leaves Clues: Ep214 with guest Jodi Kovitz, CEO of HRPAReady to rethink the future of work? Join hosts Robin and Al for a compelling conversation with Jodi Kovitz, author, founder (#movethedial), and CEO of HRPA, on the shifting landscape of HR leadership. From redefining empathetic leadership and securing a strategic seat at the table to tackling burnout and leveraging AI, this episode explores what it takes to build inclusive, thriving workplaces that drive success and national prosperity."Empathy is about humanity." ~ Jodi KovitzTakeaways:Evolving HR Leadership: Modern HR leaders must adapt to new challenges and actively...2024-10-3131 min
SkydeckBasket Chase Baskits president and CEO Robin Kovitz (MBA 2007) on the tactics and the trials of her “acquisition entrepreneurship” journey2024-09-0411 min
Cold CallShould You Buy a Seasonal Business? (from Think Big, Buy Small)Ten years ago, Robin Kovitz became President & CEO of Baskits—now one of Canada’s leading gift services companies—by purchasing the company from its two retiring founders. Baskits was an acquisition that had many of the qualities that lead to success for first-time CEOs, including recurring customers and a record showing years of profitable operations. But it was also a seasonal business, which is a potential red flag.
This episode is an exclusive introduction to a new podcast from Harvard Business School: Think Big, Buy Small, hosted by HBS professors Richard Ruback and Royce Yudkoff.
The...2024-07-1635 min
Think Big, Buy SmallBuying A Seasonal Gift Basket Business In CanadaTen years ago, Robin Kovitz became President & CEO of Baskits, now one of Canada’s leading gift services companies, by purchasing the company from its two retiring founders. Baskits was an acquisition that had many of the qualities that lead to success for first-time CEOs, including recurring customers and a record showing years of profitable operations. It was also, however, a seasonal business, which is a potential red flag for Rick and Royce. In this episode, Robin shares insights on why she decided to become an acquisition entrepreneur, the impact of her “being passionate about the business” investment criteria on her ge...2024-06-2435 min
Success Leaves Clues with Robin Bailey and Al McDonaldSuccess Leaves Clues: Ep 190 with guest Jodi Kovitz, CEO at HRPAIn this episode, Jodi Kovitz, CEO of HRPA (Human Resources Professional Association), shares her inspiring career journey with host Robin Bailey and guest host Deb Voorheis. She discusses the impact of Move the Dial, her transition to HRPA, and the future of HR and people leadership. The conversation delves into themes of entrepreneurship, equity and belonging, highlighting the significance of mentorship and paying it forward to the younger generation. Additionally, the discussion explores the strategic plan for the HRPA, focusing on delivering value to its members and creating a more relevant and impactful organization."...2024-05-3049 min
In The TrenchesThe Smallest Changes That Had The Largest Impacts: 4 CEO Case StudiesThis episode is brought to you by The Profit Line. The Profit Line is a boutique finance and accounting firm that provides a wide range of accounting services to small and medium businesses generating anywhere between $5M to $50M in revenue. On a fractional, outsourced basis, they do day-to-day bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, month-end accruals, tax compliance, and financial statement preparation, among countless other things. I was a customer of theirs for 7 consecutive years while running my own company, and am speaking as a happy customer. Book a call with Founder and CEO, Fern Gordon (Ferngordon@theprofitline.com) or visit th...2023-02-021h 30
Stocks Not SportsRobin Kovitz “Wraps” Women-Led Enterprises, Entrepreneurship, Specialty Retail, and Gift Giving ALL in One Unique Package.Becoming a successful entrepreneur is a unique journey for women as the statistics show that there are STILL significant, systemic challenges for females looking to run their own business. Since the pandemic began there's been a “boom” in female self-starters looking for work-life balance and a career that fulfills them. So why are there still so many barriers to entry for these emerging business leaders? Kenrick is joined by Robin Kovitz the CEO of Baskits, a specialty retailer that designs, manufacturers, and delivers unique and luxurious gifts to over 40,000 customers across Canada and the United States. After year...2022-05-1146 min
Canada’s EntrepreneurPivoting from a career in the financial industry to being an entrepreneur - Calgary - Canada’s PodcastRobin Kovitz is the President & CEO of Baskits Inc., one of Canada’s fastest growing companies. Baskits designs, manufactures and delivers unique and luxurious gifts across Canada and the US. With over 50,000 customers from around the world, Baskits makes the art of gifting quick and easy through its online stores, catalog/call center, warehouse, and retail locations. In 2020, and again in 2021, Baskits was recognized as one of the Top Growing Companies in Canada by the Globe and Mail’s Report on Business Magazine.
Prior to acquiring Baskits in 2014, Robin worked in private equity on the buyouts of mid...2022-04-2518 min
What She Said!Gender Bias, Entrepreneurship, and the Power of NetworkingIf there is one thing that most female entrepreneurs can agree on its that your network truly is your net worth when it comes to forging a successful path in business. And while it’s not always the case, that network is primarily comprised of other women because we get it. We understand gender bias and other struggles that only women face when it comes to entrepreneurship. When covid struck, many of us were cut off from our networks and that innate need for social interaction and camaraderie went untapped, that is until Strike Up Canada launched. The little tiny on...2022-02-2141 min
Make the Shift with Adam GreenbergHow People-First Leaders Manage Change MindfullyIn this episode of Make the Shift, Adam Greenberg connects with President & CEO of Baskits Inc., Robin Kovitz to learn how people-first leaders successfully lead their organizations through change. Is the pace of change we're currently witnessing sustainable? What did we learn in the last two years? How can we be better at work, at home, and in our community? Robin and Adam dive deep to discover how a mindful approach to managing change is necessary to keep employees happy and business thriving.About Robin Kovitz:Robin Kovitz is the President & CEO of Baskits Inc...2022-02-1534 min
A Dealmaker's DNA with Ilan JacobsonEpisode 48: Robin KovitzBeing an entrepreneur means being able to handle some strange and wild circumstances. And if you’re interested in being one, you need to be up to dealing with anything, from one end of the spectrum to the other.
In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Robin Kovitz, the president and CEO of Baskits, inc. In this episode, she discusses the unusual situations that entrepreneurs have to deal with. She also discusses her lifelong dream of attending Harvard, what criteria she put down as part of the process of deciding what business to buy, and wha...2022-02-0132 min
Views From the MarketEpisode 22 - From Small Business to National Brand: A CEO’s ReflectionsRobin Kovitz joins Mario Nigro to discuss her experience as CEO of Baskits Inc., the Canadian gift-basket business that she acquired in 2014. With a background in private equity, Robin has guided Baskits Inc. from its origins as a small catalogue-based retailer to a multichannel business with a growing emphasis on digital. This success, as she notes, has been predicated on focusing on people – employees and customers alike – and trusting that growth and profit will follow.2021-11-1714 min
Behind the ScenesRobin Kovitz on Leading with the HeartThis week I sat down with a fellow Calgarian; Robin Kovitz. Robin is currently the CEO of Baskits, a premier gift delivery service In North America. Who services grew exponentially with Covid. Robin’s path to becoming an entrepreneur was driven by challenges in the workplace, the importance of family and the love of wanting to give back to the community. Before starting her career, Robin attended queens commerce and then Harvard business school, where she discovered a new way of business. Every step and opportunity that Robin has had has impacted the way she leads today as a CE...2021-06-3042 min
She's On Top PodcastHow To Create a Successful Business by Leading with Kindness with Robin Kovitz, Founder and CEO, Baskits Inc.Can you create a successful business while leading from the heart? What does leading with kindness look like and how do we implement it? In this interview we chat with Robin Kovitz, the CEO and Founder of Baskits Inc, about how having a more feminine approach to business is not only doable but profitable too. Baskits Inc, is one of Canada’s fastest growing companies. Baskits designs, manufactures and delivers beautiful gift baskets across Canada and the US. It has over 40,000 customers from around the world and in 2020 was recognized as one of the Top Growing Companies in...2021-06-1734 min
Decoding EntrepreneursRobin Kovitz, CEO of Baskits on Decoding EntrepreneursMy guest for this episode is Robin Kovitz, CEO of Baskits, Canada's preeminent gift delivery service company, which designs, manufacturers and delivers unique and luxurious gifts across Canada and the US.
As a sought-after speaker and commentator on “Entrepreneurship through Acquisition” and the topic of “Mompreneurship” Robin frequently serves as a guest lecturer at both the Yale School of Management and the Harvard Business School.
She and/or Baskits have been featured in a number of leading publications, including: Forbes, House & Home, Elle Canada, Canadian Business, Huffington Post, Style at Home and on Global News, Your Mor...2021-06-021h 04![[insert movie here]: The Musical!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/8429782/insert_movie_here_2048.jpg){kind=logo}
[insert movie here]: The Musical!No Country for Old Men: The Musical! (ft. Omar Lopez-Cepero)Kyle and Sam adapt the Coen Brothers’ Oscar-winning classic “No Country for Old Men” into a musical comedy—with community theater sheriffs, Woody Harrelson masks, and a make-over number for Anton Chigurh. Featuring a special musical performance by Omar Lopez-Cepero (The Unsinkable Molly Brown, On Your Feet!, American Idiot).
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IMH is hosted by Sam French and Kyle Wilson; Executive Producer: John Albert Harris; Music Supervisor: Andy Ein...2020-09-2444 min