Daniel Foch is the co-host of the Canadian Real Estate Investor podcast and Chief Real Estate Officer for Valery Real Estate. Daniel shares his view of where there are opportunities and risks in the Canadian real estate market. He discusses how he believes the government can incentivize home building. Lastly, he shares his experience working in his…

Aakash Shah is the former CEO and owner of Vivify Specialty Ingredients. He shares how his father convinced him to join the struggling family business and turn it around. Aakash shares how we found balance with his brother and father. As well, how he brought in private equity to buy his family out. Lastly, he shares his plans for his newly minted f…

Tammy Buss is a family business advisor and family business owner. Over her 30 year career, she has helped family businesses with estate planning, financial planning and succession. This has been informed by her own entrepreneurial journey as she sold her own business and currently works with her son.…

Ron Diamond is the founder of Diamond Wealth, a syndicate of 100 family offices. He shares his perspective of why many family offices should not exist, common risks they fall into, and how the transition of wealth from Baby Boomers is disrupting the capital markets. Ron delves into his entrepreneurial journey and how he built trust with family offi…

Glen Creaser is a serial entrepreneur who sold his first tech company 2 years out of university. His new venture, Larry’s Catch, mixes his experience in tech with his family’s legacy in seafood to create a disruptive direct-to-consumer model. Glen shares his strategy and how his family’s history in the fishing industry influenced his approach. http…

Ever wonder what factors real estate appraisers utilize when calculating the value of a multifamily property? In the ninth episode of the BLD Financial Podcast, we sit down with Graham Morrison, Principal, Senior Director, Valuation & Advisory Services at Avison Young, to talk about the key factors driving multifamily real estate valuations in the …

Ferrero created some of the world's most beloved brands, including Nutella, Kinder Eggs, and Tic Tacs. In this episode, we explore how 2nd gen leader Michele Ferrero’s visionary leadership transformed Ferrero into a global powerhouse. Professor and author Luca Cottini joins us to discuss the unique culture and entrepreneurial genius that defined Fe…

Why would you ever go to a 'C Type Lender' for borrowing money on your investment property? In the eighth episode of the BLD Financial Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Ford to explore the world of private money lending. Kyle explains why private lenders are a great option for real estate investors, especially when purchasing multifamily properties. W…

Mary Asante-Asamoah is the 2nd generation leader of Barbex Africa. They are a Ghana owned mining services and agriculture business. Mary shares the entrepreneurial story of her father who started as a mining employee and branched out on his own. She discusses the mindset required to be successful in Ghana. As well, she delves into her own journey f…

Brian Adams is a Family Office executive recruiter and podcast host. He explains what is a family office and how each one is slightly different. Brian explains the key positions and what makes an ideal candidate for a leadership role in a family office. Lastly, he shares some common mistakes and new trends that he sees with family office structures…

“We never learned to deal with these issues, because they never existed in our life. Our generation grew up without ever thinking about inflation.” In this episode of the BLD Financial Podcast, we sit down with Daniel Foch, Chief Real Estate Officer at Valery.ca and host of the Canadian Real Estate Investor Podcast to discuss the macroeconomic forc…

Luke Leon is the 4th generation of the Leon’s Furniture family. He shares their 115-year history and how each generation contributes to the next. Luke delves into the transformative acquisition of The Brick which was 2x the size of Leon’s at the time. He also shares his own story about the family business and the importance of a meritocracy. https:…

'We are seeing huge interest in people building up as-of-right multiplexes & small apartment buildings in Toronto & the GTA". In this episode of the BLD Financial Podcast we sit down with Ben Singer, condo development real estate investor focused lawyer from SR Law to discuss the 'beauty' of Multiplex Condo Unit legal structuring and the benefits i…

Luke shares his perspective and experience on why the next generation struggles to find purpose in the family business. His theory is that the next-gen must be allowed to make their own mark on the business to be successful. They need to contribute to the strategy meaningfully and find a role that fits their own strengths and interests. This short …

Anthony Broccolini, CEO of Broccolini, shares how his family's real estate and construction business has successfully transitioned through three generations, evolving from a small home-building company to a diversified real estate developer. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining family values, embracing challenges, and providing early exposur…

In this gripping episode of the Recession Podcast, host Daniel Foch takes listeners on a deep dive into the 2008 Global Financial Crisis - the most significant economic meltdown since the Great Depression. From suburban foreclosures to Wall Street's collapse, we explore how the American Dream of homeownership collided with financial innovation to c…

Jim Spatz, Owner of SouthWest Properties, shares the story of how his parents narrowly escaped the holocaust in Poland. He delves into his father’s entrepreneurial journey and lessons about business. As well, he shares his own journey as an ER doctor and what led him to rejoin the family business. Finally, Jim shares his vision of how he wants to d…

Scott McCain is the 2nd generation of the legendary McCain Foods family. He grew up working in the family business and now holds the role of Chairman. Scott shares his extensive experience in family office strategy. We discuss how he is working with his children on succession, investment, and philanthropy. https://lnk.to/fambiz…

After years of investing in the Ontario real estate market, why has Mark Loeffler pivoted to Alberta? In the fifth episode of the BLD Financial Podcast we sit down Mark Loeffler, realtor, investor & podcast host to chat about EVERYTHING going on with real estate in Canada and why he's pivoted from investing in Ontario to Alberta. If you've been con…

In part 2 of our interview, Chandler discusses how he evaluates land banking opportunities that have multi-residential development potential. He discusses the importance of zoning, density and offsetting carrying costs. Chandler also shares his recent land bank success that netted him a 6.5x return in 6 years. https://lnk.to/fambiz…

In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most significant economic events of the late 20th century - the Dot-Com Bubble. From its meteoric rise to its dramatic fall, we explore how the internet revolution transformed the investment landscape and eventually led to an unprecedented market crash. Key Topics Covered: The NASDAQ's incredible 800% r…

What has Andrew Hines been up to since stopping his podcast? In the fourth episode of the BLD Financial Podcast we sit down with the man, the myth, the legend, Andrew Hines to chat about EVERYTHING going on with real estate and what he's been up to for the last few months since stopping his podcast. We cover everything from some of his personal hor…

Send us a textIn this episode of the Recession Podcast, host Daniel Foch explores the pivotal economic event of the 20th century: The Great Depression. Key points covered include:Overview of the Great Depression's impact on society, politics, and daily lifeAnalysis of the causes, including the 1929 stock market crashHow radio shaped consumer sentim…

In this episode, we discuss the best tips for assessing a potential residential real estate investment. Our guest, Chandler Haliburton, is an expert with 10+ years as a real estate broker and investor. Luke and Chandler discuss cap rates, net operating income, financing and property management. This is part 1 of a 2 part interview focused on reside…

Are you a real estate investor looking to learn more about how to improve the energy efficiency of your properties? Want to learn how investors are taking advantage of the new 4 plus 1 developments in the GTA? In the third episode of the BLD Financial Podcast, we sit-down with Jayden Haywood, a real estate investor, developer with River Development…

Andrew Donaldson is the CEO of Donaldson Group. They are one of the UK’s oldest and largest timber companies. Andrew shares the 160 year legacy of their family including what it was like during WW1. He explains his experience growing up in the business and what roles led him to take the CEO role. Andrew also dives into the outlook of the UK housing…

After many years of creating educational based content for YouTube & social media, we are excited to announce the launch of our first podcast: the BLD Financial Podcast!🎙 This podcast is a chance for us to share the indepth insights & conversations we have with experts from various industries affecting real estate, financing, capital raising, devel…

Luke draws on his experience in the private equity space to share 5 ways to prepare your business for sale. These areas of focus will help improve the value and likelihood of a sale. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

After many years of creating educational based content for YouTube & social media, we are excited to announce the launch of our first podcast: the BLD Financial Podcast!🎙 This podcast is a chance for us to share the indepth insights & conversations we have with experts from various industries affecting real estate, financing, capital raising, devel…

This episode is perfect for listeners wanting to learn the differences between private equity and public equity investing. Luke covers a brief history of each investment type and delves into the expected returns, liquidity, diversification, control and fees for these two asset classes. The data referenced can be seen in the YouTube version of this …

Martin Roll is an experienced global business strategist, senior advisor and facilitator to Fortune 500 companies, Asian firms, family-owned businesses, and family offices. He has mentored more than 650 individual next-generation leaders from global business families and family offices in private, confidential 1:1 conversations. https://lnk.to/famb…

Rebecca Kacaba is the CEO and Co-Founder of Dealmaker, one of Canada’s fastest growing companies. She discusses her entrepreneurial journey and the impact Dealmaker is having on the world of capital fundraising. Rebecca also shares her family business roots and what she hopes for her children. https://lnk.to/fambiz…

Michael Peters, CEO of Glooscap Ventures, leads the economic development arm of Glooscap First Nations. He leverages his family business background to grow and diversify the investments of his community. Their investments include renewable energy, defence shipbuilding and seafood. https://lnk.to/fambiz…

Juan Lopez, Founder of Atomic Cartoons discusses their family-owned media company's global expansion, his personal journey of migration and cultural identity and the challenges of navigating complex cultural contexts, emphasizing the importance of values, personal growth, and respect for creative values in business and personal life. https://lnk.to…

CEO & Owner of Duggers Menswear explains the origins, defining moment and success of his business. This episode touches on father & son dynamics and customer service. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Luke discusses his vetting process for not-for-profits. He discusses common risks and how to make the biggest impact with your donations. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Luke explains his philosophy on directly managed and indirectly managed investments. He contrasts the benefits and risks of each. These are Luke’s opinions and do not reflect the opinions of his businesses. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Juno Award Winning Rapper Classified explains the unique benefits and challenges that come from 20 years of working with family. He dives into the dynamic with his brother. He shares his hopes for future collaborations with his daughters. Class finishes with a bombshell that this may be his last album ever... https://youtu.be/C6SWKDxzDGI…

Luke “Classified” Boyd explains learning the hiphop business, how he created a defensive moat by starting out independent and how AI and social media are affecting music. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

The back bone of conflict mitigation for Luke has been communication and transparency between family members. Luke explains what this looks like in practice and shares some tips that can help other family’s reduce friction between members. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Connie McInnes, CEO & Founder of R Studios, discusses how she built her fitness brand and a team that keeps customers coming back for more. https://lnk.to/fambizBy Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Connie McInnes, CEO & Founder of R Studios, dives into her struggle with balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. At the time of this interview, she was pregnant with her second child and about to open her largest studio yet. She also explains how her parents had a lasting impact on her career. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: BeyondTheFamil…

Rob Steele explains his journey of building one Canada’s largest auto dealer roll-ups. He dives into his new Texan expansion and some hard truths about the EV market. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Adarsh explains his journey from Michael Porter’s Monitor Group to a small Kenyan business to CEO of FoamCo in Canada. He also dives into his hopes for his own kids and how they engage the next generation of their family. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

From escaping dictators to growing a business on 5 continents, Adarsh explains the incredible story of his family business and their approach to keeping aligned across geographies and cultures. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Luke explores his view of the positives and negatives of family business including nepotism, family baggage and employee trust. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Leslie Bishop discusses her own career path and how that informs her approach to engaging the next generation of her family. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Leslie Bishop discusses the legacy of her great grandfather RA Jodrey and how the business has evolved over the last 100 years. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Luke discusses 3 lessons he learned from researching the 1300 year old Japanese family owned business, Hoshi Ryokan. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald

Nirav Gandhi discusses how he finds balance living and working with his brother, parents, sister-in-law, wife and kids. Watch the video podcast HERE Contact: [email protected] Luke Hansen-MacDonald