Take On
by Jasmine Jex
Latest episode
18: Building a “Tuff” Marketing Agency with Parker Kump
18: Building a “Tuff” Marketing Agency with Parker Kump
About this podcast
"Take On" is a podcast hosted by Jasmine Jex, featuring candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and thought leaders. Each episode dives into the unique stories behind the guests’ successes, challenges, and insights in their industries. From startup founders to industry disruptors, "Take On" offers listeners an inside look at the journeys of individuals who are making their mark in the business and creative worlds.
Episodes
- 18: Building a “Tuff” Marketing Agency with Parker Kump · 45 min · Episode 18Parker Kump has built Tuff Media, a performance marketing agency that helps some of Canada’s fastest-growing e-commerce brands scale through creative-led strategy. From cold…
- 17: Why Founders Shouldn't Wait for Permission with Andrew Warburton · 23 min · Episode 17At just 22, Andrew Warburton has already transformed a childhood passion for lemonade stands into Peak Beverage Company, a craft soda brand using real BC fruit and clean…
- 16: First Year in Business: No One’s Ready When They Start · 10 min · Episode 16The first year in business rarely looks like the highlight reel. Behind the polished websites and carefully crafted founder stories, most of us are figuring it out in real time…
- 15: Fundraising, Fractional Investing & Female Leadership with Laura Fortey · 36 min · Episode 15Laura Fortey didn’t just break into real estate - she’s building a new model for access. We talk about her journey from journalist to founder, how an early hackathon helped shape…
- 14: Q&A: Startup Scrappiness, Co-Founder Boundaries, and Figuring It Out in Public · 13 min · Episode 14In this solo Q&A, I’m answering your questions about building a business before you feel “ready.”I’m sharing the scrappy (and slightly ridiculous) things we did to make Oko look…
- 13: The Business of Better Care with Julie Mai · 29 min · Episode 13Julie Mai is a registered dietitian and the founder of July Health, a telehealth platform reimagining care for women’s hormonal health. In this episode, she shares what it’s…
- 12: Running on Empty · 9 min · Episode 12We don’t love the word “burnout.” It’s buzzy, overused, and often doesn’t reflect the complexity of what it actually feels like when your body starts saying no. In this solo…
- 11. Empowering the Next Generation with Taylor Hui · 33 min · Episode 11Taylor is the founder of the BeaYOUtiful Foundation, a Canadian charity empowering female and non-binary youth through confidence programs and mental wellness workshops. She also…
- 10: Three Marketing Shifts Defining 2025 · 7 min · Episode 10In this episode, we discuss three marketing trends shaping 2025: protopia marketing, the resurgence of long-form content, and immersive in-person experiences driving digital…
- 09: From Market Gap to Global Franchise with Kyla Dufresne · 43 min · Episode 9Kyla Dufresne, is the founder and CEO of Foxy Box, a waxing franchise with 18 locations across Canada that’s redefining confidence and empowerment. What started as a bold idea to…
- 08: Creating Your Own Luck, 8 Lunar New Year Habits for Success · 10 min · Episode 8With Lunar New Year here, I wanted to dive into the traditions of the holiday and how they connect to creating success with intention. Because yes, some people are born into…
- 07: Designing a Physical Space and Nuturing Company Culture with Armineh Damanpak and Thom Robins · 52 min · Episode 7In this episode of Take On, I sit down with Armineh Damanpak and Thom Robins, the co-owners of Beau and Thom Salons in Vancouver. Beau, located in Yaletown, is a sanctuary of…
- 06: Building a Fulfilling Life & Embracing Presence with Caroline Boquist · 44 min · Episode 6In this episode of Take On, I catch up with my long-time friend, Caroline Boquist. Caroline is the co-founder of Walrus Design, a contemporary lifestyle boutique known for its…
- 05: Design & Hormone Health with Matija Gabrilo · 38 min · Episode 5This week I sat down with Matija Gabrilo, an interdisciplinary creative consultant, art director, designer, and researcher. Matija's meticulous and eclectic approach has led him…
- 04: Solo, 25 Lessons I've Learned in 25 Years · 16 min · Episode 4In this solo episode, Jasmine Jex, host of Take On, shares 25 transformative lessons she’s learned over her 25 years of life. From navigating the highs and lows of…
- 03: Job Hunting and Hiring with Courtney Lee · 51 min · Episode 3I had the pleasure of sitting down with Courtney Lee, co-founder of Workshop Recruiting and a seasoned recruitment expert who has placed hundreds of candidates across various…
- 02: AI and Negotiation with Noah Asanias · 42 min · Episode 2In this episode of Take On, I sit down with Noah Asanias, a talented photographer trusted by brands like SSENSE, Netflix, and Aritzia to create imagery that resonates and drives…
- 01: Balance and Brand Building with Tyron Harkiss-Foster · 50 min · Episode 1In this debut episode, I sit down with Tyron Harkiss-Foster, a passionate storyteller and founder of Between Friends. With over 8 years of experience in marketing, social media…
