Get to Know Staff Shop’s COO, Alison “Ali” Hernández

“Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.” ― Abraham Lincoln To kick off the new year, we are shining a light on our COO, Alison “Ali” Hernández. You may not hear from her often, but she’s very much in the forefront of what we do at Staff Shop. As […]

Founder & CEO Jennifer Menard, and COO Alison Hernandez podcast cast video for CanadianSME Small Business Magazine

  In this episode of the Indigenous-SME Small Business Podcast, we are joined by two incredible leaders, Jennifer Ménard-Shand, Founder & CEO of Staff Shop Inc., and Alison “Ali” Hernández, Chief Operating Officer. Together, they lead an award-winning, certified Indigenous and women-owned staffing and consulting firm that is making waves in the Canadian business landscape. […]

The Myth of Motivation

“Champions keep playing until they get it right.” — Billie Jean King We all have bad days at work. Days where we feel unmotivated and distracted and maybe even a little burned out. Some might say, “well, you’re just not motivated.” And you probably feel like you should quit. That you’re not having fun, and […]

Taste of the Country: A Day on the Farm with Staff Shop

For the month of July, the team gathered at Riverdale Farm, a working farm located in Toronto’s downtown Cabbagetown neighbourhood. Visitors to their 7.5 acre property get a first-hand taste of farm life, from raising livestock to the year-round handwork and craft programs in The Meeting House. The property features flower, vegetable and herb gardens, […]

5 Things to Do Across Canada this Summer!

“A little bit of summer is what the whole year is all about.” — John Mayer While we’re nearing the end of July, don’t worry that summer is ending. There is still plenty of time to get out and enjoy some fun events near you! We are so blessed to live in such a beautiful […]

Jennifer Ménard-Shand Speaks with CIPMM on ‘Finding Value and Sharing Solutions’

Staff Shop Founder & CEO, Jennifer Ménard-Shand had the pleasure of speaking with CIPMM on the topic of ‘Finding Value and Sharing Solutions’.   The conversation brought about positive feedback with audience members stating, “As we move forward in our goals with Indigenous partners and certain procurement metrics, we must first understand and aim to […]

Jennifer Ménard-Shand Speaks at the DSA Canada Connect 2024 Conference

Staff Shop Founder & CEO, Jennifer Ménard-Shand led an informative session at the Direct Sellers Association of Canada Connect 2024 Conference in Niagara-on-the-Lake. “The CEO and Founder of Staff Shop delivered a poignant address on her journey of resilience and success as a First Nations Ojibwe and French-Canadian entrepreneur, sharing insights into staffing, employee retention, […]

Indigenous History Month: The Power of Women’s Stories

“A people without a history is like the wind over buffalo grass.” – Sioux   June is National Indigenous History month in Canada and June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day. It’s a time for learning and reflecting, as well as celebrating the rich diversity of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis. As an Indigenous […]

Staff Shop Scenic Hike + Indian Food Tour

For the month of May, the team put on their workout gear and running shoes for an invigorating hike at Huron Trail, highlighting the company’s commitment to fostering teamwork, wellness and community among its members.  The initiative was part of Staff Shop’s Social Meetup program led by Laura De Lorenzi, the company’s Marketing Coordinator. The […]

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