The Business Development Podcast

Updated: 19 Feb 2025 • 214 episodes
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The Business Development Podcast The world’s #1 resource for mastering business development, sales, and business growth. Hosted by Kelly Kennedy, an award-winning business development expert, executive coach, and educator, this podcast delivers real-world strategies to help entrepreneurs, executives, and sales professionals scale with confidence. With over 213 episodes and 177+ hours (7.4 days) of content, this is the largest business development resource in the world, ranked Top 100 in over 40 countries with listeners in 145+ nations. Each week, Kelly breaks down proven frameworks for winning clients, closing high-value deals, and driving revenue. Through deep-dive interviews with top CEOs, founders, and sales strategists, plus solo episodes filled with clear, actionable insights, he delivers knowledge that educates, inspires, and transforms the way you approach business development. No fluff. No wasted time. Just real strategies for real growth. If you’re serious about scaling your business, building a powerful network, and leading with confidence, hit follow and start listening today. 🎧 Listen Now: https://thebusinessdevelopmentpodcast.captivate.fm/listen 📩 Connect with Kelly: podcast@capitalbd.ca

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Episode 213 of The Business Development Podcast dives into the four essential marketing materials every business needs to dominate in 2025. Kelly Kennedy breaks down why high-impact websites, bold and visually compelling brochures, memorable business cards, and a strong LinkedIn presence are non-negotiable for business

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Episode 212 of The Business Development Podcast features a conversation with Sophie Baran, a rising leader in real estate development and private equity. As the General Partner and CEO of Bear Capital, Sophie has managed over $250 million in capital expenditures, playing a pivotal role in shaping Alberta’s land develop

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Solopreneurs and small business owners are the backbone of the economy, but balancing business development with daily operations can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Kelly Kennedy shares a powerful five-step framework to help entrepreneurs maximize their time, boost efficiency, and drive long-term success. From mast

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Commuting is broken—and it’s costing North Americans a staggering $530 billion per year in wasted fuel, parking, and vehicle expenses. In this episode, The Business Development Podcast welcomes Malcolm Adams, a former oil and gas executive turned mobility innovator, who is on a mission to fix this crisis. As the CEO an

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It's the two-year anniversary of The Business Development Podcast, and in true Kelly Kennedy fashion, this episode is all about pushing forward when others pull back. With tariffs looming and recession fears on the rise, many businesses are making the critical mistake of hunkering down—cutting sales efforts, freezing h

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Women entrepreneurs are shaping the future of business, but the path to success is still filled with barriers—especially when it comes to funding and access to opportunities. In this episode of The Business Development Podcast, Kelly Kennedy sits down with Marcela Mandeville, CEO of Alberta Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a

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