Fearless Entrepreneurs
Join host Cindy Chang as she explores the inspiring stories of Canada's boldest business owners. Each episode dives into the stories of the person behind the businesses, exploring their motivations, challenges, and successes. Discover how these entrepreneurs leaned into fear and turned ideas into thriving businesses. Perfect for entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs, or anyone who loves inspiring Canadian-focused stories, this podcast gets to the heart of who they are and what drives them.
Fearless Entrepreneurs
Emily O’Brien: Comeback Kid from Prison
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#01: In the inaugural episode of the Fearless Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Cindy Chang interviews Emily O'Brien about her incredible journey to starting Comeback Snacks, a gourmet popcorn company, FROM PRISON. Learn how a single youthful mistake led to a four-year prison sentence, and how Emily transformed her challenges into opportunities, building a thriving business and becoming an advocate for inmate reintegration programs. Discover her inspiring story of resilience, redemption, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Follow Emily on IG: @Emz.obrien + @ComeBackSnacks
Come Back Snacks website + where to buy!
John Howard Society: Reform in Criminal Justice.
Look out for a Comeback Snacks Giveaway on Fearless Entrepreneur IG to kick off the podcast launch!
CHAPTERS:
00:38 Meet Emily O'Brien: Founder of Comeback Snacks
02:35 Emily's Early Life + Struggles
06:34 The Infamous Trip
13:21 Life After Arrest: Coping and Reflection
17:21 Scaling Fair Chance Hiring
19:53 Starting a Business in Prison
24:25 Prison Life Reflections
27:33 Healing and Moving Forward
29:58 Get to Know Your CEO