Pete's Ponders

Jed Levene has spent over 20 years helping clients feel confident about their financial future by simplifying complex decisions and aligning money with what matters most. His approach to financial planning is rooted in clarity, trust, and values, not sales tactics.

Whether guiding clients through estate planning, retirement strategies, or volatile markets, Jed focuses on building peace of mind one honest conversation at a time.

Jeff Brown, The Photographers' Mentor and International Best Selling Photography Business Author. Jeff helps photographers worldwide build a premium brand, raise their prices and book A LOT MORE clients. 

Parry Sound is home to a diverse and talented community of photographers, each offering their own unique style and specialty.

Entrepreneurship thrives in communities where collaboration, mentorship, and innovation intersect, and Muskoka is no exception. Drawing from global business insights and local experience, Stuart Morley champions the power of community-driven entrepreneurship, where technology enhances rather than replaces local business culture. Through initiatives like the Founders Circle, he is fostering a self-sustaining ecosystem that supports emerging entrepreneurs, proving that success starts with strong local roots.

AI-generated headshots are fast and cheap, but they can’t capture your personality. Discover why professional photography brings out the real you.

Gay Douglas, founder of Trustworthy Transitions, has dedicated over 17 years to helping older adults and their families navigate the emotional and logistical challenges of downsizing and relocating. Her unique blend of social work and nonprofit management expertise ensures a compassionate, personalized approach to every move.

For the month of December, my images are on the walls at our local craft brewery in Parry Sound, Trestle Brewing Company. Special thanks to Chris, one of the owners for supporting local artists and organizations, by allowing them to use this wall space.

  Nicole Boyd: Your Parry Sound Real Estate Expert and Community Advocate I have the wonderful opportunity to meet and photograph all kinds of amazing human beings. While they are...

Georgian Medical Aesthetics is a physician-led, full-service medical skin care health centre with offerings that are individualized to each patient's specific needs and desires.  

Alopecia is an autoimmune condition that results in hair loss, affecting millions worldwide, often with significant emotional impacts.

 

CloudSpot is an outstanding online gallery platform for photographers and has significantly enhanced my business workflow at Peter Istvan Photography. It's user-friendly, provides numerous options, and offers a professional and...

On a sunny Canada Day, July 1st, 2014, I embarked on a unique adventure by picking up my very first beehives from a honeybee breeder.