The Canadian Beauty Revolution: Meet the Founders Giving the Industry a Makeover
As the beauty world becomes increasingly cluttered with products, claims, and trends, a growing number of Canadian entrepreneurs are making a positive impact by carving out space and prioritizing sustainability, inclusivity, and ethics. These founders are not just creating beauty brands—they are driving a shift towards a more conscious and impact-driven future. From eco-friendly formulations […]
Brooke Lynn Hytes: Why Drag Matters Now More Than Ever
In the sequined, high-camp world of drag, few names shine as brightly as Brooke Lynn Hytes. From her transformative experience on RuPaul’s Drag Race to her burgeoning media empire as host of Canada’s Drag Race, she has not only captivated audiences with her stunning performances but has also become a beacon of queer visibility. […]
Piper Gilles: How the Olympic Champion Turned Adversity Into Advocacy
In the high-pressure world of competitive figure skating, Canadian Olympian Piper Gilles has carved out a name for herself not only through her artistry and athleticism but also through her resilience and advocacy. Beyond the rink, Gilles is a vocal advocate for women’s health, turning her personal battle into a mission to inspire and […]
The Bow’s Matthew McLaughlin is Reshaping How Queer Stories Are Being Told in Media
Matthew McLaughlin is not just a founder and CEO; he is a trailblazer at the intersection of media and LGBTQ+ advocacy. As the visionary behind The Bow Platform and Bulldog Productions, McLaughlin is on a mission to reshape how queer stories are told and consumed. His ambitious platform aims to become the definitive home for […]
How Frizz + Co. CEO Daphné Eastmond Went from CPA to “Best Hair Day”
Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight line. Many founders started in very different careers before eventually landing in their area of expertise. This is no different for Daphné Eastmond, the Montreal-based founder of Frizz + Co., a line of hair care specifically made with textured hair in mind. As a Chartered Professional Accountant, Eastmond had worked […]
Mallory Greene is Reinventing Our Rituals Around Death
Mallory Greene is the visionary founder reshaping the deathtech landscape with Eirene Cremations. Eirene disrupts traditional funeral practices, providing a digital-first approach to end-of-life services through the lens of empathy. Greene’s mission is to offer transparency, accessibility, and eco-conscious alternatives, challenging the norms of the funeral industry and dispeling the notion that families must follow […]
Mid-Day Squares’ Lezlie Karls is Rewriting the Brand Playbook
Step into the weird, wild, and wonderful world of Mid-Day Squares, a Canadian trailblazer poised for a groundbreaking 2024. Lezlie Karls leads the charge alongside co-founders Jake Karls (her brother) and Nick Saltarelli (her husband) with a vision that transcends traditional snacking. Billed on their website as, “Everything a chocolate bar isn’t, everything a […]
Ones to Watch: 8 Canadian Entrepreneurs Expecting a Big 2024
Canada is home to world-class entrepreneurs and companies that are redefining the way we think and do business. In our ever-evolving panorama of innovation, the possibilities to build truly gamechanging enterprises and make an impact are endless. In our first GLORY Ones to Watch guide, we’ve assembled a group of leaders who are poised for […]
