With over 15 years of experience spanning entrepreneurship, retail leadership, business operations, and corporate services, Hazel brings a unique balance of creative vision and operational discipline to Ember + Bloom Consulting.

As the former Director & Owner of Contrast Living Ltd., Hazel built and led one of Toronto’s most recognized custom furniture and home décor companies—earning recognition from Toronto Life as one of the city’s best destinations. In that role, she developed expertise in business strategy, branding, sales growth, supplier management, and customer experience, all while scaling operations and leading teams.

Her corporate experience in finances further strengthened her skills in case management, client relations, process optimization, and compliance—bringing a sharp eye for efficiency and detail to her consulting work. Combined with her earlier career in visual merchandising and retail management with global brands like Old Navy and Links of London, Hazel understands how to create businesses that are not only well-structured but also resonate with customers on a human level.

At Ember + Bloom, Hazel offers personalized, targeted, and integrative consulting sessions designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs gain clarity, streamline operations, and unlock sustainable growth. Her approach blends big-picture strategy with actionable steps, empowering clients to move from vision to measurable results.