Editor’s Spotlight Enjoying summer is what this time of the year is all about especially for a region like the Annapolis Valley, which is located along Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy from Windsor to Digby and boasts some of the best soils and climatic condi- tions in eastern Canada. In fact, it’s recognized as the third most important fruit growing region in the entire country. The Annapolis Valley is also gaining recognition in Canada and around the world for high quality wines. Because the success of any vineyard is closely linked to location, and because climate plays such an important role in grape production, the Annapolis Valley is a perfect location for this industry. Location is one thing, but promotion of an industry is another. That is where Laila North comes into the picture. She has been able to merge her back- ground as a professional ballet dancer, with her deep knowledge of the wine industry and guiding experience into creating Go North Tours, which was the first and currently longest running wine tour company in Nova Scotia. One of the stops on Go North’s Uncork Nova Scotia tour is at Beausoleil Farm- stead Cidery and Winery. Melanie Eelman, owner of Beausoleil Farmstead Cidery & Winery talks about her and her family’s journey back to Nova Scotia and how sampling a flight of wines with her husband, Jake, changed their lives, in addition to creating vinous ciders to share with the rest of Canada and beyond. Like many, Erika Banting and her husband’s love for the Annapolis Valley began during a visit to the region over twenty years ago. Erika was so struck by the authentic beauty and vibrant energy of the area so much that she and her husband would eventually move to Nova Scotia and acquire the elegant Tat- tingstone Inn and the desire to create a unique and extraordinary experience for her guests. Natasha Staniszewski is in the spotlight this month as we talk about her personal and professional journey from the early years as a small-town journal- ist and broadcaster to her becoming a true pioneer in the industry and what the future holds for this amazing and truly genuine broadcaster, media person- ality and sports enthusiast other than hitting the green for a little golfing. A lot has changed in Halifax over the last fifty plus years, but thankfully one thing has stayed the same, John’s Lunch, which is a legendary, no-frills diner that is a landmark near the Woodside ferry terminal wharf known for Canadi- an’s best fish ’n’ chips. We chat with Kathy Hilchey and Irene Baltas long time employees that have transitioned into co-owners and are the first women to own the iconic brand since it was started by Greek Immigrants in the late 60’s. As always, we want to thank everyone that made this issue possible, and we look forward to sharing more stories about successful businesses and brands, while spotlighting the people behind making it all happen. Remember to vote on September 20th! Lee Ann Atwater Editor
MANAGING DIRECTOR Rod Gregg EDITORIAL DIRECTOR Lee Ann Atwater COMMUNICATION, RESEARCH & ADMIN Ashley Tanner
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Janice Buckler
Megan Callahan Shannon Ferguson Calli Gregg Taylor Evans Hendrix Deborah Jaremko Lennie Kaplan Mark Milke Ceiledh Monk Dan Monk Ryan Myson Lee-Anne Richardson Teresa Siqueira Elizabeth Spencer SOCIAL MEDIA Troy Gregg GRAPHIC DESIGN Aaron Jeffrey
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AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2021 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2021
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