CanadianSME Small Business Podcast

STACKTˣ Explained: How STACKT Built a Retail Ecosystem Helping 3,000+ Small Businesses

Episode Notes

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how experiential retail ecosystems are reshaping community engagement and creating new growth opportunities for Canadian small businesses.

Our guest is Matt Rubinoff, Founder of STACKT and STACKTx, the award-winning Toronto marketplace built from shipping containers and the community driven platform helping small businesses access space, education, and opportunity at no cost.

Key Highlights

1. STACKT’s Origin Story: How Matt blended community and commerce to create an interactive public space that attracts major brands.
    
2. STACKTx and Small Business Growth: The free perks, education, and pop-up storefronts are helping entrepreneurs scale with community support.
    
3. Social Conference Impact: Why experiential, in-person engagement drives stronger relationships and growth than virtual alternatives.
    
4. Future Expansion Vision: How STACKT and STACKTx plan to grow across Canada with more mentorship, retail access, and community programming.
    
5. Leadership and Innovation: The key lessons behind building STACKT and how grants and mentorship strengthen Canada’s small business ecosystem.

Special Thanks to Our Partners:

• RBC: https://www.rbcroyalbank.com/dms/business/accounts/beyond-banking/index.html
• UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA
• Google: https://www.google.ca/
• A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
• ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.