ABA Coffee In The Park
Behind every business there's a story and behind every story there's a person. Acheson is one of the most dynamic, fastest growing business parks in Western Canada. Each week we want to bring to you some of the most fascinating stories of those people behind the businesses in and around Acheson. Listen to be inspired, encouraged and motivated. New podcast drops every Thursday at noon (GMT)
Episodes
21 episodes
A Coffee with Amy Quon from The Lingnan Restaurant
Join us for a coffee and chat with Amy Quon, owner and operator of the famous Chicken for Lunch in downtown Edmonton and the CEO of the oldest Chinese food restaurant in Edmonton, The Lingnan!Tune in to hear Amy's inspirational story of har...
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Season 2024
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Episode 21
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32:28
A Coffee with Daryl McIntyre
Join us for a coffee and chat with Daryl McIntyreToday, we decided to shake things up and put Daryl in the hot seat, reversing the roles on him. With his wealth of experience in interviewing guests, it was only fair to see how he handle...
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Season 2024
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Episode 20
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30:42
A Coffee with Teresa Jackson from Gather Bakery
Join us for a coffee and chat with Teresa Jackson, Owner of Gather Bakery. Gather Bakery, a delightful local hangout in Spruce Grove, is the brainchild of friends Teresa and Ashley. The story of Gather Bakery began duri...
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Season 2024
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Episode 19
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33:05
A Coffee with Mr. Mike Myshak Sr. Owner of the Myshak Group of Companies
Join us for a coffee and chat with Mr. Mike Myshak Sr. Owner of the Myshak Group of Companies.At 89 years old, Mr. Mike Myshak Sr. is a pioneering figure in the heavy equipment and transportation industry. We had the privilege of hostin...
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Season 2024
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Episode 18
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40:16
Thanksgiving Special with Jennifer and Cam!
Join us for Pumpkin Pie and a chat with Jennifer and Cam for our Thanksgiving Special! Dive into Thanksgiving traditions, rate pumpkin pies, and express gratitude. There is no better time to listen than a long weekend!
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Season 2024
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Episode 17
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26:50
A Coffee with Darren Hinkel from The Black Dirt Company
Join us for a coffee and chat with Darren Hinkel, owner of The Black Dirt Company in Spruce Grove, as he shares his inspiring journey from transitioning out of banking to taking over and growing the family business in landscaping. Discover...
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Season 2024
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Episode 16
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30:04
A Coffee with Broddy Olson from the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra
Join us for a coffee and chat with Broddy Olson from the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Broddy is the longest serving member of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra!Born in Edmonton Alberta, Broddy had music in his blood, his father had opened...
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Season 2024
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Episode 15
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30:02
A Coffee with Darlene Whittaker from Reliable Tube
Join us for a coffee and chat with Darlene Whittaker, President and CEO of Reliable Tube. The 2023 Acheson Business Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. Darlene's life is a story of perseverance, love and breaking boundaries.Born in Es...
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Season 2024
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Episode 14
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30:51
A Coffee with Murray McCourt from The Ranch Golf and Country Club
Join us for a coffee and chat with Murray McCourt from The Ranch Golf and Country Club. Born in Stettler Alberta, Murray has always had the love fore golf. Murray attended the San Diego Golf Academy in California, learning all the ins and outs ...
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Season 2024
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Episode 13
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32:50
A Coffee with Tyler Pelke
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of violence and traumatic events that some people may find disturbing. Listener discretion is advised. Join us for a coffee and chat with Tyler Pelke. In November of 1990, ...
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Season 2024
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Episode 12
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39:19
A Coffee with Wes Wall from Genics Inc
Join us for a coffee with Wes Wall CEO and Co-Founder of Genics Inc. Originally from Saskatchewan, Wes Wall has gone on to do some truly amazing things. His early love of agriculture helped him create some game changing products for the power a...
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Season 2024
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Episode 11
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36:15
A Coffee with Cathy Dool from Hayworth Equipment Sales
Join us for a coffee and chat with Cathy Dool from Hayworth Equipment Sales. Cathy has been an entrepreneur since childhood; from selling sand to neighbours as a kid, rodeo competitions, working with MacEwan and much more! She is the jack of al...
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Season 2024
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Episode 10
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30:01
A Coffee With Don and Jan from Mprint Sign and Print Solutions
Join us for a coffee and chat with Don and Jan from Mprint Sign and Print Solutions. From their humble beginnings in the Grassland and moving around the province to how they got into the Printing Industry. Don and Jan are wonderful examples of ...
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Season 2024
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Episode 9
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28:37
A Coffee With Felix The Shop Cat from Bushell Transport
Join us for a coffee and chat with Felix The Shop Cat from Bushell Transport. Listen to hear about how Bushell Transport started the social media stardom for their cats. Cheryl shares stories of Felix's predecessor, Oliver Da Cat and how he sto...
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Season 2024
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Episode 8
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28:11
A Coffee with Ben Loates from The Good Real Estate Company
Join us for a coffee and chat with Ben Loates from The Good Real Estate Company.Growing up Ben loved all things sports, however in highschool that changed into his love for skateboarding. His passion for the sport lead him to sponsorships a...
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Season 2024
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Episode 7
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34:34
A Coffee with Sheri Ratsoy from Parkland Food Bank
Join us for a coffee and chat with Sheri Ratsoy from Parkland Food Bank. Leaders working in a not for profit, aren't in it for the money, they want to make a difference. Sheri Ratsoy is the Executive Director of the Parkland Food Bank and she s...
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Season 2024
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Episode 6
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33:09
A Coffee with Mike Chadi from Wing Snob
Join us for a coffee, chicken wings and chat with Mike Chadi from Wing Snob to hear all about how Wing Snob came to Canada. A lawyer by trade, Mike decided a change was in order. Connected with a mutual friend Mike, was introduced to Jack and B...
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Season 2024
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Episode 5
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38:47
A Coffee with Tamara Sanderson from RST Heavy Haul
Join us for a coffee and chat with Tamara Sanderson to hear all about how RST Heavy Haul dealt with the ownership change and challenges of 21st century. Taking over the business after her father's passing, Tamara has stood the test of time movi...
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Season 2024
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Episode 4
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34:25
A Coffee with Michael Wall from The Wall Coffee Roasters
Join us for a coffee and chat with Michael Wall to hear all about how The Wall Coffee Roasters got its start from the love of coffee. Starting with a brand new coffee roaster and some informal training the Wall has since become the community hu...
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Season 2024
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Episode 3
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33:14
A Coffee with Jan Michener from Michener Allen Auctioneering
Join us for a coffee and chat with Jan Michener to hear all about how Michener Allen Auctioneering got its start in 1971. From opening the business to dealing with the changing digital landscape Michener Allen has been an industry staple for ov...
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Season 2024
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Episode 2
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38:45
