Our 2024 Python Panel

Leena Sharma Seth

Leena Sharma Seth

Founder/Principal, Mending the Chasm

Leena is a settler who is cisgender, heterosexual, able-bodied, and a child of Hindu, Punjabi (India), and Brahmin immigrants. As the Founder of Mending the Chasm, a boutique consultancy working with clients across North America, her team works to advance equity, inclusion justice, and belonging for businesses, organizations and communities.

Leena’s community-building work has been recognized by MP Karina Gould with the Sesquicentennial Citizenship award, the Women’s Centre of Halton – 150 Years of Exemplary Women award, and the 2021 Mayor’s Community Service Award, Burlington Chamber of Commerce.

Leena can be seen hosting a local T.V. show called Mending Chasms which airs on YourTVHalton on Tuesdays at 8:30pm and was a previous co-host on Diverse Perspectives.

Leena is raising two social justice warriors with her partner Sanjay and is proud to call Burlington, Ontario home.

David Vaine, CAPM

David Vaine, CAPM

Managing Director, BNI Golden Horseshoe and BNI Niagara

David Vaine is the new Managing Director for BNI Golden Horseshoe and Niagara, bringing with him over 15 years of experience from his time at A1 Security Systems. A graduate of college with a diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management, David has worked in several restaurants over the years and was on the path to becoming a certified chef before his career shifted.

David was actively involved with BNI as a dedicated member of one of the Burlington chapters. His passion for fostering business growth through relationship building led him to join the Regional Support Team as a BNI Ambassador, where he provided guidance to two additional chapters, focusing on helping new members thrive in their first year.

Beyond his professional endeavors, David has been married to his wife for 28 years and is the proud father of three children – Megan (23), Ella (19), and Mitchell (17). A resident of Burlington for the past 30 years, he enjoys golf, hockey, and soccer in his free time.

David believes that staying current with technology and demonstrating its value to others is key to success. He is passionate about showing business owners how to generate new business through BNI’s qualified referral program, helping them achieve sustainable growth through networking and collaboration.

Our 2023 Python Panel

Joseph Apps

Joseph Apps

President/Head, Joe Apps

Joseph Apps is a driven entrepreneur and technology expert, dedicated to helping businesses and individuals navigate the complexities of the online world. With a background in Computer Systems Technology and Software Development from Mohawk College, he co-founded HD Electronics, a highly successful electronics refurbishment business located in Downtown Hamilton. During his time at HD Electronics, Joseph recognized the demand for reliable, top-notch tech support services for businesses, which led him to establish Joe Apps Technology Support.

Andrew Brown

Andrew Brown

Entrepreneur/Lawyer, Brown Lawyers

Andrew Brown is an entrepreneur, entrepreneur advisor, speaker and lawyer based in Waterdown.

For Andrew, entrepreneurism is freedom; freedom to make a living that support our own unique values.

Our quality of life goes up when we have purpose, and we create a life that promotes what is important in our lives.

Entrepreneurism is a beautiful and challenging exercise that can help us live the life we want.

Leena Sharma Seth

Leena Sharma Seth

Founder/Principal, Mending the Chasm

Leena is a settler who is cisgender, heterosexual, able-bodied, and a child of Hindu, Punjabi (India), and Brahmin immigrants. As the Founder of Mending the Chasm, a boutique consultancy working with clients across North America, her team works to advance equity, inclusion justice, and belonging for businesses, organizations and communities.

Leena’s community-building work has been recognized by MP Karina Gould with the Sesquicentennial Citizenship award, the Women’s Centre of Halton – 150 Years of Exemplary Women award, and the 2021 Mayor’s Community Service Award, Burlington Chamber of Commerce.

Leena can be seen hosting a local T.V. show called Mending Chasms which airs on YourTVHalton on Tuesdays at 8:30pm and was a previous co-host on Diverse Perspectives.

Leena is raising two social justice warriors with her partner Sanjay and is proud to call Burlington, Ontario home.

Jennifer Aubertin

Jennifer Aubertin

Senior Portfolio Manager/Wealth Advisor - The Aubertin Group | RBC Wealth Management | RBC Dominion Securities Inc.

I love planning that helps simplify and clarify all things financial so my clients can spend time living. I collaborate with individuals and families helping them grow their savings, tax effectively, to provide for the transition when paid work ceases. As a psychology major with a strength in math, my passion is cultivating long lasting relationships that center around the many financials that are integrated throughout our lives.

Our 2019 Python Panel

Michael Lemmer

Michael Lemmer

Founder & President, ML6 Search + Talent Advisory

Michael founded ML6 Search + Talent Advisory in 2017 after a successful corporate career which saw him building and leading high-performance teams across a multitude of functions and industries. Throughout his experiences, one constant is his ability to identify and nurture key talent, taking teams and businesses to the next level. In his most recent role, he led the Human Resources function for a private equity-backed healthcare services provider, and helped grow them from 30 to over 200 locations across Canada. Michael has a B. Comm from the University of South Africa specialising in Management, and spent the early part of his career in sales and business development.

While you may often hear him reminiscing about the weekends spent climbing, braaiing, and eating biltong in the mountains of South Africa, he has called Canada home since March 2008, and takes full advantage of all this beautiful country has to offer. His down time is spent training for his next marathon or enjoying a climb at the local climbing gym. Michael lives in Burlington with his wife, four active children, and Australian Shepherd, Kensi.

Dr. Agatha Bis

Dr. Agatha Bis

Holistic and Cosmetic Dentist/Owner Smiles by Bis

Dr. Agatha Bis, DDS is a board-certified Doctor of Dental Surgery, graduating from the University of Toronto in 1992 with a Bachelor in Science, with honours in Chemistry, and completing her Doctor of Dental Surgery program in 1996 at the University of Western Ontario. She currently practices Holistic, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.

With more than 22 years of clinical experience, blending advanced nutrition and supplementation alongside modern dental practices to optimize health outcomes, Dr. Bis has extensive training in post-graduate programs including TMJ disorders and treatment; full-mouth rehabilitation; chronic pain, migraines, and headaches; veneers and smile makeovers; sleep apnea and treatment; safe removal of mercury fillings; periodontal therapy

Over the last 20 years, Dr. Bis has created an integrative approach emphasizing the importance of listening to patients, focusing on the root causes and epidemiology of diseases, respecting biochemical individuality, and partnering with patients to make meaningful changes in their health habits.

Clinton Howell

Clinton Howell

Custom Home Theatre & Smart Home Designer / Realtor

A seasoned entrepreneur, Clinton has owned successful companies in the Luxury Residential A/V and Home Integration industry since 1995 and is also an active Realtor with Re/Max Escarpment Realty Inc., the top brokerage in the Burlington/Hamilton area. Clinton’s home electronics company, H2 Systems Inc., has recently formed a powerful strategic partnership with Design Electronics − a large AV integration company boasting an extensive and impressive portfolio that includes commercial clients such as Great Wolf Lodge, Ripley’s Believe It or Not, and the Saturday Night Live Museum in New York City. 

Clinton has been featured on many television series including Moving The McGillivray’s – with Scott McGillivray, Leave It To Bryan – with Bryan Baeumler and Custom Built – with Paul LaFrance for his expert knowledge in custom AV and Integration within the context of new and retrofit construction. Clinton’s companies have won a total of 17 CEDIA Electronic Lifestyles Awards, which puts him among the top Canadian AV and Integration Designers.

Clinton is a philanthropist and strong supporter of the community and the arts. He and his wife Karen are permanent foundation donors at the Burlington Centre For The Performing Arts and Clinton served two terms on the Foundation Board Of Directors for the Art Gallery of Burlington.

Glenn Attridge

Glenn Attridge

President - Attridge Transportation Inc./ Attridge Coach Lines Inc.

Since 1976 the Attridge family has owned and operated Attridge Transportation Inc., a privately held Canadian corporation. We currently provide pupil transportation services in the following geographical locations: Region of Halton, City of Hamilton, Niagara Region , Peel Region, Dufferin County and the City of Toronto. Attridge also contracts to various Independent Schools throughout Southern Ontario with a fleet of over 1,400 vehicles.

Attridge Coach Lines Inc. operates public charters for organizations, schools, sports teams, seniors and companies primarily throughout Southern Ontario. We operate 56 passenger motor coaches and 36 passenger activity buses and are fully licensed to operate in Ontario, Canada and the United States.