In this episode, Paulina, former CEO of the Forum and author of “Canada 150 Women,” captivates us with her astute advice on operational clarity, financial acumen, and the significance of community for women in business.
Paulina dispels the one-size-fits-all notion of success and capital fundraising, advocating for a strategic and tailored approach that aligns with your business model—whether it’s utilizing lines of credit for inventory or cautious debt management for branding and digital presence. The conversation transitions to the power of networking, as Paulina underscores the importance of genuine relationships and the long-term benefits of consistently showing up, even when it feels awkward.
With a career spanning finance, management consulting, and impactful leadership, Paulina’s narrative is interwoven with the celebration of community and the collaborative triumphs of women entrepreneurs. Jessica and Paulina tackle the delicate dynamics of team culture and the advantages of building a support network before seeking financial aids.
Paulina’s departure from the Forum to join Flytographer marks a poignant moment in the podcast, offering a glimpse into the evolving landscape of entrepreneurial opportunity after the pandemic. This episode is an essential listen for anyone yearning to build a business that resonates with the community’s heartbeat and yearns to grow through authentic connections.
Join us on the LOVE Unplugged podcast to gain Paulina Cameron’s groundbreaking perspectives on entrepreneurship, community building, and strategic growth in a supportive and knowledge-rich environment.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST
As the former CEO of The Forum, Paulina Cameron has led remarkable growth, tripling the organization’s impact in advancing gender equity and entrepreneurship. Her leadership, characterized by emotional intelligence and operational excellence from her CPA, CA background, has steered The Forum towards new heights.
Paulina authored the bestselling book “Canada 150 Women” in 2017, showcasing stories of influential Canadian women, thereby contributing significantly to the gender equity dialogue in Canada. She is an advocate for community engagement, serving as Chair of the Board of the Immigrant Employment Council of BC, Board Director at YWCA Metro Vancouver, and a Member of The Province of BC’s Small Business Roundtable.
Her leadership excellence has been recognized with several awards, including Business in Vancouver’s Top 40 under 40, The Vancouver Board of Trade’s Wendy McDonald Award, and The International Alliance for Women Top 100 Women Award in Washington DC.
A dynamic speaker, Paulina has featured at numerous events including Accenture Canada’s International Women’s Day and RBC International Women’s Day, sharing her expertise on leadership, gender equity, and entrepreneurship.
Paulina Cameron exemplifies visionary leadership, empowering women and advocating for impactful change in the entrepreneurial landscape.
Want to know more about Paulina Cameron? Here is where you can connect with her:
Instagram | LinkedIn
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN
14:16 Accessing community, mentors, and advisors empowers entrepreneurs.
18:58 Know enough to oversee, ask and learn.
30:40 Challenging misconceptions and defining personal success in business.
32:15 Reevaluating priorities and financial structures for balance.
42:30 Utilize debt and lines of credit wisely.
44:46 Grow by adding value to existing relationships.
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