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Black History Month Reflection
Black History is a time to reflect on the brilliance and accomplishments of our ancestors. It’s only though an understanding of the past that we can take strength from the journey, determination and resilience of our Black leaders. Whether it be the undisputed global scientific contributions of my relatives in ancient Khemit or the more recent …
About Nadine A. Spencer
Businesswoman, marketer, philanthropist, activist, director, mother of two and a foodie; these are the pieces of the puzzle which complete my life. I’m a strong believer in constantly learning and exploring through new adventures in life, I love travelling, good food (exceptional food), entertaining friends (or anyone for that matter that comes over) and enjoying …
Easter and Egg in a Glass?
Jamaican culture is full of various traditions, one for anything you can think of. When a baby get’s a hiccup – put a string with water on his/her forehead. When someone dies you have to throw a party for nine nights. And then there are a host of traditions around food. Easter is one of …
Four Simple Habits With Big Benefits
When it comes to success, the tendency can be to get fixated on the big wins. Those are the ones that help us make our mark, elevate us to new levels and build new connections for us. But those big wins don’t happen overnight. They are the product of foresight, vision, and hard work—and also …
Passion Brings Out the Best in You
People often ask me how they can elevate their performance and do better in their work. Although there are a lot of strategies that people use to be more efficient and effective, I believe that the single best thing you can do is to dedicate yourself to the things you are passionate about. When we …
Christian Louboutain Universal Design
The thing about good design is that it transcends borders, genres, and even industries. Quality is quality, and when something is good, everyone knows it. Christian Louboutin has been renowned for years for the impeccable design of his shoes, but when the Cuban Olympic team brought him in to design their uniforms, he was able to demonstrate …
Remembering the Women as Jamaica Dominates the 100 Meter Sprint
Last night I was invited to the Jamaican Canadian Association to watch Usain Bolt race at the Rio Olympics. As most of you know, he won his third gold medal in a row in the 100 meter dash, beating American Justin Gatling and cementing himself as one of the greatest sprinters in history. Many Jamaicans …
True Entrepreneurial Spirit and Courage
As the recent winner of the 2016 Harry Jerome Business Award, Nadine Spencer, President and CEO of BrandEQ, continues to push boundaries both professionally and personally. Established by the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) in 1983, the Harry Jerome Awards recognize and honour excellence in African Canadian achievement. The business category of this prestigious …
Staying Inside the Lines
At two a.m. on Saturday morning, I got a call from my daughter saying there had been a shooting incident at Yonge and Dundas Square, close to the upscale restaurant where she works. She and all the restaurant patrons were fine, but I didn’t even want to think of what could have happened if she …