Samantha Dreiling: Ananda Elixirs

Samantha Dreiling: Ananda Elixirs

Hey, it's Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373599/fan_mail/new] Hey, it’s Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [RESILIENCE] [REINVENTION] [WELLNESS ENTREPRENEURSHIP] [#48] In this episode of The Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang sits down with Samantha Dreiling, co-founder of Ananda Elixirs, a functional mushroom soda brand created around one simple idea: feeling good should actually feel good. Samantha shares how a decade in the wellness industry, the pandemic, sudden personal losses, a traumatic postpartum season, and major life upheaval led her to completely rethink what success, fulfillment, and entrepreneurship could look like. What began as a conversation about “following your bliss” eventually became Ananda Elixirs, a brand rooted in joy, wellness, resilience, and doing business differently. In this episode, Samantha opens up about the scrappy early stages of product development, bootstrapping a beverage company, learning how to scale, and building a team culture grounded in flexibility, autonomy, and shared purpose. She also speaks candidly about motherhood, raising resilient children, navigating difficult seasons, and choosing to create a business that supports the life she wants to live rather than consuming it. From staying in your zone of genius to letting go of outdated definitions of success, Samantha’s journey is a powerful reminder that growth does not always come from pushing harder. Sometimes, it comes from creating more space, trusting your strengths, and building in alignment with your values. This episode is for entrepreneurs, parents, wellness founders, small business owners, and anyone navigating a season of reinvention. If you have ever felt called to redefine success, rebuild after loss, or create a business that feels more expansive and true to who you are, Samantha’s story will remind you that resilience and joy can exist alongside ambition. 👉 Tune in and learn how Samantha Dreiling and Ananda Elixirs are creating a new kind of wellness brand while building a business rooted in purpose, flexibility, and the freedom to follow your bliss. Connect with Samantha Dreiling & Ananda Elixirs: Website: Ananda Elixirs LinkedIn: Samantha Dreiling Instagram: Ananda Elixirs TikTok: Ananda Elixirs

Angela Ysseldyk - Dutchman's Gold

Hey, it's Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373599/fan_mail/new] [FOOD INTEGRITY] [SUSTAINABILITY] [FAMILY ENTREPRENEURSHIP] [#47] In this episode of The Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang sits down with Angela Ysseldyk of Dutchman’s Gold, a trusted Canadian honey brand with deep family roots, a powerful legacy, and a mission that goes far beyond the jar. Angela shares the story of how Dutchman’s Gold grew from humble beginnings in Carlisle, Ontario, selling honey from the porch and local markets, into a nationally recognized brand found on grocery shelves across Canada. But behind that growth is a bigger conversation about trust, transparency, sustainability, and protecting one of the most important parts of our food system: pollinators. In this episode, Angela opens up about what it takes to scale a family business while honouring its history, values, and reputation. She speaks candidly about the challenges of leading a heritage brand in a changing food industry, the importance of food integrity, and why consumers need to understand where their honey comes from. From supporting Canadian beekeepers to combating food adulteration, planting pollinator-friendly flowers, building resilient teams, and leading with the right mindset, Angela’s journey is a powerful example of purpose-driven entrepreneurship in action. This episode is not just for food lovers. It is for entrepreneurs, family business owners, conscious consumers, sustainability advocates, and leaders who care about building businesses that create long-term impact. If you have ever wondered how to grow a brand without losing sight of your values, Angela’s story is a beautiful reminder that success is built through trust, education, resilience, and a commitment to doing things the right way. 👉 Tune in and learn how Angela Ysseldyk and Dutchman’s Gold are building trust, protecting pollinators, and championing sustainability in Canadian honey. Connect with Angela Ysseldyk & Dutchman’s Gold: Website: Dutchman’s Gold LinkedIn: Angela Ysseldyk Instagram: Dutchman’s Gold Twitter/X: Dutchman’s Gold

Chris Carter - Co-Founder of Burlington Dads

Hey, it's Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373599/fan_mail/new] Hey, it’s Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP] [SOCIAL IMPACT] [PURPOSE-DRIVEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP] [#46] In this Father’s Day special of The Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang sits down with Chris Carter, the community builder, leader, and changemaker behind Burlington Dads, a movement that grew from a simple Facebook group into a 7,000+ member community built on kindness, connection, and service. Chris shares how bringing dads together became much more than a social group. What started as a way to create connection has grown into a powerful grassroots force that has raised over a million dollars for local causes, supported families in need, and inspired a culture of generosity across the community. In this episode, Chris opens up about the real work behind building a movement: leading with purpose, protecting your values, managing team dynamics, making tough decisions, and staying grounded when growth happens faster than expected. From his early days in marketing to scaling a national charity, building Burlington Dads, and stepping into local politics, Chris’s journey is a masterclass in what happens when leadership is rooted in service. This episode is not just for dads. It is for entrepreneurs, founders, community builders, and future leaders who want to create something that truly matters. If you have ever wondered how to turn good intentions into real impact, Chris’s story is a powerful reminder that success is not built by hustle alone. It is built through community, consistency, purpose, and the courage to lead with heart. 👉 Tune in and learn how Chris Carter is building a legacy of leadership, service, and meaningful connection. Connect with Chris Carter & Burlington Dads: Facebook: Burlington Dads Website: burlingtondads.com LinkedIn: Chris Carter

Hayley Mullins - Founder Of Joeyband

Hey, it's Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373599/fan_mail/new] [MATERNAL HEALTH INNOVATION] [FEMTECH] [MEDICAL DEVICE FOUNDER] [#45] In this episode of The Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang sits down with Hayley Mullins, founder and inventor of JoeyBand, a patented, FDA-registered medical device transforming the way parents and healthcare providers approach safe skin-to-skin bonding. Hayley shares how one terrifying moment with her newborn daughter revealed a major gap in maternal and newborn care — and sparked the creation of a simple, life-changing product now used in hospitals across North America and beyond. What began as a handmade solution on her dining room table has grown into a clinically supported innovation helping improve bonding, breastfeeding outcomes, newborn safety, and the fourth trimester experience for families and clinicians. In this episode, you’ll learn: * How Hayley turned a personal parenting scare into a patented medical device * Why skin-to-skin care is so critical for newborns, parents, and healthcare teams * What it takes to break into hospitals and navigate long healthcare sales cycles * How JoeyBand supports C-sections, NICU care, breastfeeding, and partner bonding * Lessons on patents, partnerships, team building, and scaling a healthcare innovation If you’ve ever spotted a gap in the market and wondered whether your simple idea could become something bigger, this episode is a powerful reminder that the best innovations often come from lived experience. 👉 Tune in and learn how Hayley is making early parenthood safer, calmer, and more connected. Connect with Hayley Mullins & JoeyBand: Instagram: @joeyband Website: joeyband.com LinkedIn: JoeyBand TikTok: @joeyband

JACLYN SHAW: SPIRITUAL TEACHER

Hey, it's Cindy, send me a text, get in touch! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2373599/fan_mail/new] [SPIRITUAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP] [MINDSET SHIFTS] [BESTSELLING AUTHOR] [#44] In this episode of The Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang sits down with Jaclyn Shaw, spiritual mentor and bestselling author, who built a seven-figure business by leading with faith, conviction, and unapologetic authenticity. Jaclyn shares her powerful journey from personal crisis to stepping fully into her truth, revealing how trusting her intuition, and her relationship with God, became the foundation of her success. In this episode, you’ll learn: - How to release limiting beliefs around money, debt, and visibility - The mindset shifts required to step into your next level - What it means to build a business rooted in truth and alignment  - How to scale naturally while staying authentic to your values If you’re ready to stop playing small and lead with conviction, this episode will challenge and expand how you think about success. 👉 Tune in and start building from your truth. Connect with Jaclyn Shaw: Instagram: @jaclynshaw_ Facebook: facebook.com/jaclyn.shaw14 Podcast: The Jaclyn Shaw Show