Young Eye International

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Culture and Entrepreneurship. The Young Eye International is an organization aimed at creating a socially connected world. It is a product of the Young Eye Initiative, an initiative that represents the needs, interests and aspirations of young people. We achieve our mission by diving deep into the captivating stories, ideas, and experiences that shape our world, providing you with fresh perspectives and a renewed sense of curiosity. In support of the Young Eye Foundation.

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May 6, 2025Episode 846 min

Seun Adetunji ON: Health Care Technology, Equity in Health Care and Business

Send a textThis week we are joined by the founder and CEO of MedInclude - a Canadian based health technology organization that is helping health care providers better communicate with patients. How?By simplifying medical information into lay terminology that can be translated in multiple languages.Listen in to learn how she took her experience care giving for her grandmother to building a platform that is going to serve numerous health care institutions globally. She left us with this: For the eye not to see evil, the whole body is the medicine - meaning, you have to stay agile in an ever changing world.Support the show

April 22, 2025Episode 751 min

Kwaku Owusu Twum ON: Digital Technology for Farmers, Advice for Young Entrepreneurs and Defining Purpose

Send a textIn this episode, we sit down with Kwaku Owusu Twum, founder of Mapkot Technologies, a digital platform transforming how farmers connect with buyers launched in Ghana and not going global.Founder Kwaku shares how failure shaped his vision, how listening - really listening to farmers sparked his breakthrough by visiting their homes and villages, and how he turned that into a numerous pitch competition wins in many incubators across Canada!Kwaku’s wisdom? Unmissable. His story? Powerful. His impact? Just getting started. Listen in the the doctoral research student at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.He left us with this: "If you're climbing the right tree, you’ll get support and it will be sustained… if not, it’ll dry up as quickly as it started."Support the show

April 1, 2025Episode 641 min

Chioma Efejedia ON: Mental Wellness, Identity & Inclusive Entrepreneurship

Send a textIn today's episode we dive into a inspiring conversation with Chioma Efejedia - founder of Inner Compass Well-Being an entrepreneur, psychotherapist, and DEI facilitator with over 10 years of experience.From navigating stress and burnout to exploring love, healing, and racialized experiences, this episode offers practical tools and heartfelt insights for young people around the world. Chioma's journey highlights culturally relevant mental health support, especially for BIPOC communities and her passion for entrepreneurship from a young age. Her story is a vessel for you looking to grow personally, strengthen your relationships, or create inclusive spaces. Reconnect with your inner compass—and remember you that your story matters.Support the show

March 18, 2025Episode 546 min

Mayor Berry Vrbanovic ON: Kitchener's Economic Future, Canada-US relations and Youth Prosperity

Send a textOn this episode of The Young Eye International, we had the honor of sitting down with Berry Vrbanovic, Mayor of the City of Kitchener, for a thought-provoking conversation on some of the most pressing issues shaping not just Kitchener, but our world today.We explored the evolving Canada-U.S. relationship, the impact of trade tariffs, and the shifting global political landscape amidst today’s uncertainties. We also took a deep dive into Kitchener’s transformation into a leading innovation hub with spaces like Communitech and discussing the city’s bold vision for the future and the role of technology, entrepreneurship, and policy in shaping its growth.Beyond that, we tackled one of the most crucial topics of our time - immigration in Canada. What does the future hold? How will policy changes affect communities and businesses? Mayor Vrbanovic shared valuable insights on what to expect in the years ahead.This episode is packed with insightful discussions on leadership, global affairs, and the future of innovation.Support the show

February 25, 2025Episode 447 min

Samuel Mutumba ON: Men's Mental Health Stigma, Innovation and Entrepreneurial Discipline

Send a textIn this episode we sit down with Samuel Mutumba, the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of Kuwota, he is a serial coder, and an advocate for innovation, discipline and mental health. Samuel shares his journey of building Kuwota with Kinen, his experience as an international student, and his work supporting MedAtlas, a platform improving healthcare accessibility in Africa.We dive into the challenges of navigating life in a new country, the mental health struggles men often face and why it is stigmatized, and the importance of discipline in one's personal growth. Samuel’s story is one of resilience, and purpose-driven innovation as you will see, offering valuable insights for changemakers and aspiring entrepreneurs.Support the show

February 11, 2025Episode 340 min

Kinen Ocitti ON: Building an AI-Powered Journaling App and Being an International Student

Send a textNavigating life as an international student comes with unique challenges—culture shock, academic pressure, and the struggle to find the right mental health support. For Kinen, journaling served an outlet. This is the story of how Kuwota, born out of a Kitchen conversation with Co-founder Samuel Mutumba, an innovative AI-powered journaling platform here to revolutionize the game. An international student turned entrepreneur, recently graduate from Durham College built Kuwota to help users express their thoughts, reflect on their emotions, and confidentially share their journal entries with licensed therapists for guidance and support.In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of how an idea is going to turn into a groundbreaking mental health solution. He left us with this, there is still so much to do, we just need to get started.Support the show

January 28, 2025Episode 21 hr 7 min

Bismun Kaur ON: Turning Passion into Profit and being a Successful Student Entrepreneur

Send a textIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with a remarkable student entrepreneur - Bismun Kaur who turned her passion into a thriving business. Starting out, she faced the challenge of making her first sale, trying to convince her parents to buy into the dream and vision and later serving close to hundreds of customers across Ontario, Canada.Through grit, persistence, and learning the art of sales, management and organizational systems she transformed her struggles into a success story. Whether you're a student entrepreneur, a dreamer, or someone on the verge of giving up, this episode will remind you that every "no" is one step closer to your "yes." If you have ever felt like giving up, this episode is your reminder to keep pushing - success is often closer than you think! Support the show

January 14, 2025Episode 144 min

Tania Del Matto ON: How do you Build a Better Future & Create Change

Send a textIn this episode, we sit down with Tania Del Matto, the founding director of GreenHouse at the University of Waterloo, to discuss empowering young innovators to create meaningful social and environmental change. With a legacy of supporting hundreds of ventures and nurturing thousands of entrepreneurial minds, Tania shares insights on fostering sustainability, impactful entrepreneurship, and creating a brighter future.She delves into her career and roots as Italian by heritage, and on GreenHouse recent recognition in 2024 and future programs on social entrepreneurship education and its influence on students' careers and identities.She left us with this: We need to start celebrating the personal growth and development that comes with building an idea.Support the show

July 2, 2024Episode 844 min

Dominic Barton ON: Life in Uganda, Leading the largest Management Consultancy and Advice for Entrepreneurs

Send a textOn today's episode we are honoured to have the former ambassador of Canadian Ambassador to China and Chancellor of University of Waterloo - Dominic Barton.Born and raised in Uganda until the age of 7, Dominic takes us through his early childhood memories living in Uganda and how that experience helped propel him in his career today. As an entrepreneur with extensive experience with numerous startups his career has been one of immense impact.He was the former global managing partner for one of the largest management consultancy - McKinsey & Co., and now currently leads Rio Tinto a global mining organization and LeapFrog Investment as their board chairman. A great conversation for those looking for inspiration, tangible insights and realistic advice! He left us with this: "...in a world with complex problems, be very clear about what problem you want to solve and have measures by which you will assess your success and progress towards solving that issue."Support the show

May 14, 2024Episode 549 min

Carol Spooner ON: Framing Stories, Identity and Impact in Photography

Send a textToday we are joined by Carol Spooner, a Kitchener and Toronto based photographer with 15 years of experience! She is the founder of Carol Spooner Portraits, an organization that specializes in glamour styled shoots, modern senior and family portraits, headshots and personal branding. We talk about all things photography from her early days with a camera to the stories she shares through her lens, this conversation is an exploration of identity, creativity, and the importance of diversity in visual storytelling.Carol Spooner Portraits has LiftOff by CCAWR to thank as a non-profit with the mission to provide the Black community access to business coaches, mentors, and funding opportunities to foster the initiation, growth, and scaling of their ventures. They have been pivotal creating impact.She left us with this: "In my photography, I find a way to tell a compelling story and I find that through that people resonate with me and my work" Carol Spooner PortraitsLiftOff by CCAWRSupport the show

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