Unwavering Dedication and a Passion for Business and Marketing with Karen Flavelle

Episode notes

Podcast Highlights: Discover the begining of the Flavelle family's ownership of Purdys Chocolatier in 1963, initiated by Charles Flavelle and Eric Wilson. Karen shares her journey into business, influenced by her father's success from a young age, leading her to pursue her passion for business and marketing. Learn about Karen’s determination to become a part of the family business despite initial challenges and rejections and how her passion propelled her to becoming the powerhouse of Purdys. Learn about the enduring values of quality, sustainability, and philanthropy at Purdys. About the Guest - Karen Flavelle Many different experiences have provided the toolbox for Karen to successfully lead Purdys, the largest Chocolatier in Canada, a BCom from Queen's, living in Japan and Asia for 2 years, speaking fluent French, being trained in classic packaged goods marketing at General Mills, developing innovative new products at Product Development Partnership in the UK, and growing a popular chain of 140 restaurants: Swiss Chalet. Karen's personal mission is to help people connect, to strengthen existing relationships and build new ones.

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