CREATE - The Podcast

Business is Human: Amish Morjaria’s Forward Level Mindset | CREATE - The Podcast

Amish Morjaria is the Founder & CEO of Forward Level, a strategic Marketing and HR firm built on one core belief—business is a human experience. With over 15 years of entrepreneurial experience, Amish is known for helping leaders simplify complexity, shift perspective, and unlock real momentum by aligning brand, culture, and strategy.  A creative thinker and natural connector, he challenges traditional ways of thinking and helps people see what’s possible—often before they see it themselves. Recognized as a Top 40 Under 40, Amish brings a refreshing, human-first lens to leadership, growth, and what it truly means to move forward—with clarity and purpose.  Guest: * Amish Morjaria - Forward Level:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/amishmorjaria/?hl=en] | Website [http://www.forwardlevel.com] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amishmorjaria/] Host: * Mark Kondrat: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/m.kondrat/] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kondrat-aab92444/]  CREATE - The Podcast:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/apres.collective] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@apres.collective] | Website [https://createpodcast.ca]

Built by Hand, Inspired by History: The Art of Brad Holt | CREATE - The Podcast

Brad Holt is a professional artist who has spent more than 16 years doing what he loves - creating art that connects with people. Raised on a farm near Strathmore, Brad’s work is deeply rooted in the landscapes and stories of Alberta. Known for his unique process, he builds each piece starting with reclaimed wood and metal frames, often sourced from barns and old homes. An antique picker at heart, Brad brings new life to materials with history, creating artwork that feels both personal and timeless. Guest: * Brad Holt - Holt Fine Art: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/holtfineart/?hl=en] | Website [http://www.holtfineart.com] Host: * Mark Kondrat: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/m.kondrat/] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kondrat-aab92444/]  CREATE - The Podcast:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/apres.collective] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@apres.collective] | Website [https://createpodcast.ca]

Guntis Sethi: Scaling Spicebros Through Discipline and Creativity | CREATE - The Podcast

Guntas Sethi is the owner and operator of Spicebro, where he’s building a fast-casual brand centered around bold, fresh, high-protein Indian-inspired food.  His journey started inside McDonald's, where he spent eight years learning the fundamentals of systems, leadership, and delivering consistent customer experiences at scale. Today, Guntas blends that operational discipline with a sharp focus on branding, content, and community. He’s not just building restaurants - he’s building a modern, scalable brand designed to connect with people through both food and storytelling.  Driven by growth and long-term vision, Guntas represents a new wave of entrepreneurs redefining what it means to build in today’s digital-first world. Guest: * Guntis Singh Sethi - Spicebros: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/spicebrosedmonton/?hl=en] | Website [http://www.spicebros.com] Host: * Mark Kondrat: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/m.kondrat/] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kondrat-aab92444/]  CREATE - The Podcast:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/apres.collective] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@apres.collective] | Website [https://createpodcast.ca]

Alastair Smart: Building a Life of Happiness Through Connection and Curiosity | CREATE - The Podcast

My friend and mentor, Alastair Smart, is someone who truly embodies what it means to live a full and happy life.  Born and raised in England, he began his career as a police officer before following a path that eventually brought him to Canada. Along the way, he embraced a wide range of experiences - from driving taxis to managing retail stores - each shaping his perspective on people, work, and community. That journey ultimately led him to Calgary, where he became the first salesperson for Big Rock Brewery, helping build one of Canada’s pioneering craft beer brands. Beyond his career, Alastair is known as a mentor and connector - someone who has helped foster a culture of generosity and collaboration across an entire industry.  Alastair’s story is one of curiosity, resilience, and leading with kindness. Guest: * Alastair Smart: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/trad_ala/?hl=en] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastair-smart-b45b2282/]  Host: * Mark Kondrat: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/m.kondrat/] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kondrat-aab92444/]  CREATE - The Podcast:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/apres.collective] | Website [https://createpodcast.ca]

Breaking Silence: Reclaiming Your Voice with Amber Nicole Hayes | CREATE - The Podcast

Amber Nicole Hayes is a Calgary-based interior designer, entrepreneur, and author of The Obedient Daughter – a powerful memoir about breaking silence, confronting trauma, and reclaiming your voice. After leaving the corporate world to build her own design business, Amber’s greatest transformation happened internally. At 37, after carrying the secret of childhood sexual abuse for 25 years, she faced a battle with depression that ultimately became the catalyst for radical honesty and healing. Refusing to dilute her truth – even when it meant walking away from a publisher – Amber chose integrity over comfort. Today, she is an advocate for women’s empowerment, mental health awareness, and breaking generational cycles of trauma. Guided by her two daughters – her ultimate “why” – Amber lives her message daily through movement, mindfulness, therapy, and fearless authenticity. Guest: * Amber Nicole Hayes: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ambernicolehayesauthor/] | Website [https://ambernicolehayes.ca]  Host: * Mark Kondrat: Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/m.kondrat/] | LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-kondrat-aab92444/]  CREATE - The Podcast:  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/apres.collective] | TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@apres.collective] | Website [https://createpodcast.ca]