Building a Business with Purpose
Episode Highlights:
- Founding Values
- Rami shares the genesis of KOTN as an impact company, shedding light on the journey from a business idea to a B Corp-certified industry leader.
- Navigating Challenges
- Learn about Rami's challenges, from scaling the business to adapting to the ever-changing industry landscape. Discover how he overcame hurdles with resilience and a commitment to impact.
- Protecting Naivety
- Explore Rami's unconventional advice to his younger self - protect your naivety. Uncover why maintaining an entrepreneurial mindset grounded in naivety is key to continual innovation.
- Authenticity in Business
- Rami shares insights on the power of authenticity in business, understanding the nuances of staying true to one's vision while adapting to growth.
- Emotional Side of Entrepreneurship
- Gain valuable perspectives on handling the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. Rami shares the importance of distinguishing between controllables and non-controllables and finding internal motivators.
Meet Our Host
Mike Pinkus
Mike Pinkus
Mike is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in taxation, financial reporting, investments, and real estate. Before co-founding ConnectCPA, he served as a Senior Associate at PricewaterhouseCoopers, specializing in advising small and medium-sized businesses. Additionally, Mike gained experience as a tax and accounting manager at a mid-sized accounting practice and as an Investment Associate at a real estate private equity firm. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Schulich School of Business and is a Chartered Accountant.
Meet Our Guest(s)
Rami Helali
Rami Helali
Rami Helali is the Co-Founder and CEO of KOTN, a transformative force in the apparel industry for almost a decade. Rami's leadership transformed KOTN from a humble venture to a multimillion-dollar business, seamlessly integrating e-commerce and retail with locations spanning Vancouver, Toronto, Brooklyn, LA, Montreal, and Calgary. Beyond the business metrics, Rami's profound pride lies in KOTN's impactful social initiatives.
