Today’s episode is a real gem, and we mean that literally! Our conversation features Rochelle de Goias, Founder of Girls E-Mentorship (GEM), a non-profit program & charity for high school girls facing socioeconomic barriers.

Rochelle sheds light on how GEM came to be and why mentorship is so critical for girls, especially those from marginalized communities. As she explains, Rochelle’s mission is to break down barriers and connect young women with practical career guidance and career opportunities that will help them soar.  

Don’t miss this conversation featuring an inspiring changemaker who’s lifting up the next generation of inspiring changemakers. Be sure to check it out!

Welcome to our 6th episode! Today we’re speaking with entrepreneur, mom and all-around multitasker, Adeela Carter.

In our conversation, Adeela opens up about immigrating to Canada from Trinidad at a young age and how that shaped who she’s become: a highly successful entrepreneur whose startup, Pitch Better Canada, helps diverse female founders scale their own small businesses.

It’s a refreshingly candid discussion about the importance of pursuing your passions, prioritizing balance and investing in yourself. We hope you’ll tune in.

Our fifth episode features noted content creator and fashion influencer, Toni Fifi. 

In our chat, Fifi opens up about immigrating from Trinidad to Toronto and what it was like to pivot her career and start over in a new country. As a proud special needs mom, Fifi also elaborates on the role education played in her and her husband’s decision to resettle in Canada. 

Speaking with Fifi was like chatting with an old friend. She radiates joy and positivity and you can’t help wanting to hear more. Tune in for this inspiring conversation about resilience, identity and the importance of family.

Oh, snap! Today we’re joined by noted photographer, videographer and creative director, O’Shane Howard. 

Known for his attention to detail and timeless captures, O’Shane has worked with some of today’s biggest brands, including Adidas and Nike, to level up their visual marketing. 

He wasn’t always on this side of the lens, though. 

In our chat, O’Shane describes his lifelong interest in the arts and how he fell into his current career via modeling. Finally, O’Shane shares his passion for portraying all aspects of Black Canadian lives in his work. It’s an energetic and memorable episode you won’t want to miss.

Bienvenue à notre troisième épisode du balado Agents of Change de double shot agency et à notre premier épisode enregistré en français ! Dans la conversation d'aujourd'hui, nous discutons avec la réputée journaliste et créatrice de contenu Anne-Lovely Étienne. Et avant que vous le demandiez, elle est aussi lovely en personne que son nom l'indique !

Nous avons couvert beaucoup de sujets importants avec Anne-Lovely, y compris son expérience d'immigration d'Haïti au Québec alors qu'elle était jeune et les défis auxquels elle a été confrontée en tant que femme noire sur la scène médiatique québécoise. 

Anne-Lovely vit pour surmonter les embûches, briser le plafond de verre et faire des médias un endroit plus diversifié et plus équitable. Nous espérons que vous apprendrez autant de cette conversation que nous lorsque nous l'avons enregistrée. Bonne écoute !

Our second episode features Diala Canelo, the creator, chef and published author of Diala’s Kitchen — a vibrant cookbook bursting with recipes inspired by Diala’s Dominican ancestry and international travels.  

 In this installment of Agents of Change, Diala reflects on her upbringing as a 

Canadian of Dominican descent and how it shaped her identity and sense of self. Of course, we delve deep into her passion for food and how culture and travel factor into her mouthwatering cuisine. 

 It’s an uplifting conversation about following your passions, feeding your soul and being true to what makes you unique. Be sure to tune in! 

Our inaugural episode features Priya Chopra, an entrepreneur whose vision for a more diverse digital landscape is the reason we’re talking to you today! Priya’s global talent agency, double shot, is the exciting and purposeful new enterprise behind the Agents of Change podcast. 

In this episode, Priya shares the raison d'etre of double shot and why she calls it her passion project. We also talk with Priya about her East Indian upbringing, her award-winning PR and marketing agency, 1Milk2Sugars, and her hopes for a more equitable future.

It’s an inspiring conversation about leadership, taking risks and channeling your passion into projects you believe in. You won’t want to miss it!