The Coffee with Crainer Show

Windsor to Wall Street: A Career in Market Structure with Nico Fazio

This episode features Nico Fazio, Director of U.S. Options at Nasdaq, Odette School of Business alumnus, and former Managing Director of the John Simpson Odette Student Investment Fund (JSOSIF). Listen to this episode to learn more about Nico’s career in market structure and how he ended up on Wall Street!

From Professional Goalie to Beerpreneur with Marty Turco

Episode 86 features Marty Turco, a retired professional goalie who played 11 seasons in the NHL for the Dallas Stars, Chicago Blackhawks, and Boston Bruins. Today, Marty is the CEO of Kingsville Brewery and President of the Dallas Stars Foundation.

Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Through Affordable Home Ownership with Fiona Coughlin

Episode 85 features Fiona Coughlin, Executive Director and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex. Listen to find out more about the valuable work Habitat provides the community and creative solutions to address the housing crisis.

Discovering A Career in Economic Development with Stephen MacKenzie

Episode 84 features Stephen MacKenzie, President and Chief Executive Officer of Invest WindsorEssex, a not-for-profit organization responsible for advancing economic development in the region. Listen to find out more about a career in #EcDev and how they are helping make Windsor-Essex the most prosperous region to live, work and play in.

A Career in Social Activism with Irene Moore Davis

Episode 83 features Irene Moore Davis, an award-winning educator, historian, writer, podcaster, and activist who speaks and writes frequently about equity, diversity, inclusion, and African Canadian history. Listen to find out more about her various initiatives and a career in social activism.

The Story of Tepperman’s and The Road Ahead with Andrew Tepperman

This episode features Andrew Tepperman, president of Tepperman’s. Listen to find out how this Windsor furniture company started in 1925, what their sustainability plan is all about, and where they are headed after 2025.

How I Started As an Entrepreneur with Dan Crosby

Episode #81 features Dan Crosby, a local entrepreneur who founded Canadian Protein, Coachwood Capital, and recently purchased Fox Glen Golf Club, now known as Coachwood Golf. Listen to learn more about Dan’s journey as an entrepreneur & advice for the future.

How I Built A Pro Basketball Team with Dartis Willis

Episode #80 features Dartis Willis, president, CEO, and owner of Windsor Express. Listen to find out how Dartis brought this National Basketball League of Canada team to the community in 2012 and learn more about a career in sports management.

The Art of Acrobatics and the Importance of Chasing Your Dreams with James Heugh

Episode #79 features Amherstburg's own, James Heugh. James is a professional acro athlete and member of Positive Impact Movement, an acrobatic group recently featured on Ellen, America's Got Talent, and many other international competitions. Listen to learn more about how James' unique career path started and what brought him to the entertainment stage.

Supporting Windsor-Essex’s Diverse Community with Fred Francis

Episode 78 features the new Executive Director of the Multicultural Council of Windsor & Essex County (MCC), Fred Francis! In this interview, Fred shares an inside look at his new role, how the MCC provides support to cultures throughout Windsor-Essex, and his exciting plans for the organization.