Fall Into Something New
Hello,
There’s something special about Fall.
The air becomes crisp, the colours become richer, and life seems to invite us to slow down, refocus, and appreciate what we’ve created so far.
Fall is a season of transition, a beautiful reminder that change can bring new energy, new ideas, and new opportunities.
As we move into a new season, I’m embracing the things that inspire me most: meaningful connections, creative ideas, growing businesses, wellness, and discovering what’s next.
Inside this edition:
Business Highlights – Explore businesses and entrepreneurs featured in our growing directory and discover new companies, services, and ideas.
Talent Spotlight – Meet talented professionals who are sharing their knowledge, creativity, and expertise.
Fall Flavours – Enjoy seasonal hemp recipes created for cozy mornings, gatherings, and everything in between.
Consulting & Business Growth – Whether you’re developing a new idea, growing your business, or looking for a fresh perspective, consulting services are available to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Your business deserves to be seen.
Our directory provides an opportunity to showcase your company, connect with other entrepreneurs, and increase your visibility online. If you’re looking for a place to highlight what makes your business unique, I invite you to explore the directory and become part of our growing community.
Talent Spotlight:
This month, we’re thrilled to feature two professionals:
Katarina Polonska – Executive Relationship Strategist
Julia Kondakova – Results-driven Business Development and Procurement Sales Support professional
Here’s to crisp mornings, cozy moments, fresh inspiration, and embracing whatever comes next.
Connie XOXO
“I’m an Executive Relationship Strategist who’s spent the last two decades studying human behavior.
Professionally, I am the founder of Successfully in Love® — a science-based methodology specializing in executive relationship strategy for high performers who are navigating their most critical relational decisions.
I have studied and trained alongside leading experts in gender dynamics, attachment theory, relational psychology, subconscious mind and somatic work. I have supported some of the most accomplished professionals in the world — founders, executives, senior partners — in the one domain where their precision and capability had stopped working: their intimate relationships.
Personally, this work found me.
I was an executive — Fortune 500 consultant, Regional Vice President — succeeding by every external measure while circling the same relational questions for years. Whether to stay or go, whether my needs were the problem, whether what I had was genuinely good enough…or whether I was sabotaging something I should have been grateful for.
I spent 15+ years in therapy and couples counseling — committed, earnest, but going in circles. I read everything, I tried everything. The progress was…okay, but slow, and the core question never fully resolved.
What shifted everything was a lesser-known branch of relational psychology — the Behavioral Science of Attraction — which gave me access to the subconscious systems beneath the patterns I couldn’t think my way out of. Discovering this methodology helped me actually change my wiring.
The result was I got answers — and deep peace.
Now, I’m in a marriage in which I feel genuinely secure, safe, loved, and chosen — because I finally addressed the subconscious patterns driving the disconnection at the root.
From that personal transformation — combined with rigorous academic study and over fifteen years of work in this space — I built the Successfully in Love® Method. It has since guided hundreds of high-performing individuals through the same crossroads, in a fraction of the time and without the decade of circling I endured.
My clients’ transformations remain my most significant professional achievement.
Based out of Vancouver, Canada, I work with a small number of private clients globally — across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia — virtually and through in-person intensives and retreats. Sessions range from 60 minutes to private day-long intensives and multi-day group workshops.
If you are exceptional at everything except your relationship, this is the work I do.”
Katarina Polonska
Visit Katarina’s website to learn more and book a call – https://www.katarinapolonska.com
JULIA KONDAKOVA
Vancouver, BC
778-681-2031 | uliakondakova@gmail.com
linkedin.com/in/juliakondakovavancouverbc
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven Business Development and Procurement Sales Support professional with 10+ years of experience building client relationships, purchasing and logistics coordination operations in international business environments. Skilled in prospect communication, relationship management, negotiation support, and solution-oriented problem solving. Known for professionalism, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while driving customer satisfaction and business outcomes.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Procurement
• Logistics
• Lead Generation & Client Outreach
• Relationship Building
• Sales Support & Coordination
• Customer Needs Assessment
• Proposal & Quote Support
• Negotiation Assistance
• Data Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Strategic Communication
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Coast Fraser – Business Development Coordinator (2025-2025)
• Assisted BDM in planning for new markets, projects, and business opportunities.
• Contributed to proposal development and strategic presentations.
• Researched and compiled data on new markets, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Coordinated BD team efforts with other departments (e.g., Operations, Marketing, Finance).
• Facilitated meetings and ensured alignment of project goals.
• Supported BDRs with materials, updates, and feedback loops.
TAKRAF Canada Inc. — Aftermarket Sales & Procurement Administrator (2013 – 2025)
• Supported sales and business development teams by coordinating client requests, quotations, and commercial documentation.
• Acted as a key point of contact between internal teams, suppliers, and clients to ensure smooth communication and timely follow-ups.
• Assisted in preparing proposals, pricing information, and service solutions aligned with client needs.
• Built and maintained long-term relationships with international partners through professional communication and reliability.
• Negotiated terms with external vendors, contributing to cost optimization and value delivery.
• Managed multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ensured compliance with company policies, contracts, and operational procedures.
• Identified process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
Sandman Hotels Group — Reservations Agent (2012 – 2013)
• Delivered customer-focused service and sales support in a high-volume hospitality environment.
• Assisted clients with bookings, inquiries, and service solutions while promoting available offerings.
• Applied persuasive communication techniques to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Resolved customer concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
• Maintained accurate records and followed service standards and procedures.
EDUCATION
• Diploma — Business Administration (Travel & Tourism), Eton College, Vancouver
• Master’s Degree — Management & Organization, Herzen State University
ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Experience working with international clients and stakeholders
• High level of professionalism and discretion
• Adaptable and quick to learn new systems and processes
Fall Recipe Spotlight
Pumpkin Spice Hemp Protein Smoothie
Creamy, comforting, and full of autumn flavour — a delicious way to enjoy hemp protein on a crisp fall morning.
Ingredients:
2 tbsp hemp protein powder blend
½ cup pumpkin purée
1 frozen banana
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
½ tsp vanilla extract
Ice, as desired
Instructions:
Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass and sprinkle with a little extra pumpkin pie spice. Enjoy immediately.
Apple Cinnamon Hemp Flour Muffins
Warm cinnamon, sweet apples, and wholesome hemp flour come together in these cozy fall muffins, perfect with your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Ingredients:
1 cup hemp flour
1 cup all-purpose or oat flour
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp sea salt
2 eggs
⅓ cup maple syrup
⅓ cup melted coconut oil or butter
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced
¼ cup almond milk, as needed
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with 10–12 liners.
In a bowl, whisk together the hemp flour, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil or butter, applesauce, and vanilla.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Fold in the diced apple. If the batter seems too thick, add the almond milk a tablespoon at a time.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups and bake for 20–24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Inspirational Note
Embrace the Change
Fall reminds us that change can be beautiful.
As the leaves let go of what they no longer need, we can do the same, making room for new ideas, new opportunities, and new beginnings.
You don’t have to have everything figured out to move forward. Sometimes the next chapter begins with simply being willing to turn the page.
Let go. Make room. Grow forward.
Stay inspired and connected! Each month, we bring you hemp recipes, business highlights, consulting insights, and featured professionals, so you can grow, create, and thrive. Don’t miss out on next month’s issue!