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CANADA’S STARTUP & ENTREPRENEUR PODCAST
Startup Talk Toronto’s Startup Podcast is ON AIR! Sharing Toronto’s startup stories. Celebrating the successes and failures in Toronto’s startup ecosystem. We are talking to entrepreneurs, founders, funders, innovators, and leaders in Toronto.

Craig Major is Toronto’s Entrepreneur Mentor, The Startup Coach. With an extensive corporate background including being the youngest Senior Manager at Deloitte & Touche where he was Senior Manager of Architecture and Planning. Program Director for the Wireless Activation Centre at Bell Mobility, Chief Technology Officer at Mercer Human Resource Consulting, Program Director at Davis+Henderson doing software implementation for Canadian banks. and more before founding Canada’s largest Startup community TorontoStarts (formerly Startup Toronto) Toronto’s Entrepreneur & Startup Community in early 2015.
TorontoStarts now supports over 22,000 active entrepreneurs in the GTA and has grown to the largest startup community in Canada. With a reach of over 120,000+ followers across our platforms, The Startup Coach has hosted over 700 startup events, courses, and workshops. Having been so active the Startup Coach has spoken in front of over 70,000 entrepreneurs. Working with startups all day every day Craig has personally coached over 600 startups, judged over 100 pitch competitions, and helped companies raise over $60 million. He helps startups and small businesses grow. On The Startup Talk Podcast The Startup Coach talks to entrepreneurs and industry experts to tell the true stories of starting up in Toronto
Latest Episodes
Lauft Co-Working: Redefining Urban Workspace Ecosystems
Lauft Co-Working: Redefining Urban Workspace Ecosystems IntroductionIn this episode of Startup Talk Podcast, we explore the dynamic world of Lauft co-working as a transformative element in urban planning and workspace innovation. Our conversation delves into how integrating flexible office spaces within urban developments fosters community and stimulates economic growth. The Lauft Co-Working Vision Our speakers […]
Mastering Startup Growth: Identifying Misalignments
Mastering Startup Growth: Identifying Misalignments Welcome to this episode of the Startup Talk Podcast, where we explore the art of Identifying Misalignments that can hinder early growth and create obstacles in the sales process. In this episode, our Startup Coach and Ujwal Arkalgud dive into strategies for founders to realign their approach by truly mastering […]
MyPetGo Long Term Vision
MyPetGo Long Term Vision In this episode, we explore MyPetGo long term vision with CEO Richard Nilsson as he outlines an ambitious plan to transform pet care through innovation and strategic partnerships. Richard dives into how focusing on the longevity program, health markers, and behavior traits can establish a robust ecosystem, ultimately uniting pet owners, […]
Fostering Purpose Led Teams: Creating Meaningful Work Experiences at iQ Offices
Fostering Purpose Led Teams: Creating Meaningful Work Experiences at iQ Offices Show Notes:In this episode of the Startup Talk Podcast, we dive deep into the mindset and practices behind purpose led teams at iQ Offices. Kane Willmott, Co-Founder & CEO, explains how his team creates amazing days at work by emphasizing service, care, and immediate […]
Minimum Sellable Product vs Minimum Viable Product
Minimum Sellable Product: Why It Beats the MVP Approach Minimum Sellable Product is the focus of this episode, where we dive deep into why the Minimum Sellable Product approach outperforms the traditional MVP. In this discussion, our Startup Coach and tech entrepreneur Ujwal Arkalgud explore how shifting from an MVP mindset to a Minimum Sellable […]
AI Business Transformation in the Next 5 Years
How AI is Going to Transform Business in the Next 5 Years – Startup Talk Podcast Ep. 211 AI Business Transformation: The Future of Work and Automation AI business transformation is happening at an unprecedented pace, revolutionizing industries, automating processes, and reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape. In this episode of Startup Talk Podcast, the Startup Coach […]
Strategic Partnerships with Graham Wong
Strategic Partnerships with Graham Wong Welcome to Episode 210 of the Startup Talk Podcast, where we explore Strategic Partnerships with Graham Wong, founder and CEO of Lauft. In this insightful discussion, the Startup Coach dives into how a mutual understanding of each partner’s needs, combined with trust and respect, can lead to transformative opportunities for […]
Tension Alignment Framework
Tension Alignment Framework: Unlocking Growth Barriers for Entrepreneurs In this episode of the Startup Talk Podcast, we dive into the Tension Alignment Framework to explore how entrepreneurs can identify and resolve growth barriers in their businesses. Through real-world examples and strategic insights, listeners discover how aligning market expectations with innovative solutions can transform challenges into […]
AI Pet Care: Transforming Veterinary Services
AI Pet Care: Transforming Veterinary Services Welcome to our latest episode where we explore AI pet care and its revolutionary impact on pet health and veterinary diagnostics. In this conversation with Richard Nilsson, CEO/Founder of MyPetGo, we dive into how cutting-edge technologies are bridging the gap between pet owners and veterinary professionals. Guest: Richard Nilsson, […]
AI in Business with ProsperaLabs.ai
AI in Business: Episode 209 of the Startup Talk Podcast AI in Business is front and center in this enlightening discussion from Episode 209 of the Startup Talk Podcast, featuring the Startup Coach and co-founders of ProsperLabs.ai, Ramandeep Lehal and Bradley A. They delve into how rapid advancements in AI have transformed industries, reduced tedious […]