Welcome to the
Business Vancouver Island Podcast
Our goal is to dive into the who, what, where, why, and how business is being done in every community on the Island.
Having worked in and with customers from; Port McNeill, Victoria, Tofino, Port Alberni, Nanaimo, Courtenay, Comox, Cumberland, Campbell River, Ladysmith, Duncan, Sidney, Langford, and Sooke, we are excited to dive into business topics that affect you.
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Kael Campbell is a father, husband, and entrepreneur, that helps clients in the Industrial, Manufacturing and Construction industries find the people needed to service customers and grow. Born on Vancouver Island Kael has over 20 years of experience starting companies and serving on corporate, charity, and non-profit boards.
Kael enjoys the ocean, mountain biking, soccer, hockey and shares a lot on Youtube, Facebook and is always looking to connect with new people.
How Outway Became a Global Performance Brand from Vancouver Island – Rob Fraser
Outway When you think of performance athletic gear built on Vancouver Island, one brand stands out for its focus, discipline, and rapid global growth: Outway. In this episode of The Business Vancouver Island Podcast, we sit down with Rob Fraser — a five-time Canadian National Team downhill cyclist turned founder who built Outway into an…
Business, Beer & Community: The Story Behind île Sauvage Brewing on Vancouver Island
When you think of craft beer in Victoria, BC, one name stands out for its bold flavors and vibrant local collaborations: île Sauvage Brewing. Recently, I sat down with founder Ian Ibbotson, a longtime friend and former hockey teammate, to discuss his journey from Alberta to the heart of Vancouver Island’s craft scene. From Alberta…
From Garage to 1,000 Stores: The Yeshi Dressing Story with Paul Kleinschmidt
Yeshi Foods When you think of artisan salad dressing on Vancouver Island, one story stands out for its heart, health, and hustle: Yeshi Foods. Recently, I sat down with founder Paul Kleinschmidt to discuss his inspiring journey from discovering a gluten intolerance that transformed his health and mindset, to building a food brand now stocked…
How a Mountain Biker from Vancouver Island Built the Brightest Light in the Game – Sean Bourquin of Full On Lighting
Full On Lighting When you think of cutting-edge outdoor lighting on Vancouver Island, one name is lighting up the industry: Full On Lighting. Recently, I sat down with Sean Bourquin, founder of Full On Lighting and former CEO of First Light Technologies, to discuss his journey from electronics technologist to launching a high-performance lighting company…
StarFish Medical: From a One-Man Office to 250 Innovators Changing Healthcare – Scott Phillips
StarFish Medical When you think of medical device innovation on Vancouver Island, one company stands above the rest: StarFish Medical. Recently, I sat down with Scott Phillips, CEO and founder of StarFish Medical—one of North America’s most respected medical device design firms—to discuss his journey from engineer to leading a team of 250 professionals across…
How BestHuman’s CEO Used Data to Help Teams With Mentoring and Coaching – Humaira Ahmed
BestHuman When you think of data-driven mentorship and coaching on Vancouver Island, one innovator is making a real difference: Humaira Ahmed, CEO of BestHuman. Humaira has developed a marketplace to help companies, individuals, and teams develop across organizations. Based in Victoria, BC, Locelle services companies throughout the US and Canada. Building a Marketplace for Human…