I’ve been with Talize for 15 years, starting when we had just five stores and a small team, and it’s been incredible to grow alongside the company as we’ve expanded to 15 stores and over 40 team members. I love working with a passionate, collaborative team that’s focused on the success of both the store and the company, and I find it rewarding to help others grow and develop in their roles. Being able to contribute to the team’s success and create an environment where everyone feels valued is what motivates me most. Along the way, I’ve learned that strong communication and team buy-in are key to building a successful store.
Neil Marr - General Manager London
I’ve been with Talize for over 12 years, and I truly love working—and shopping—here. One of the best parts of my role is connecting with customers, especially seeing familiar faces and building relationships with our regulars. I also enjoy working alongside an amazing, hardworking team that makes every day fun. I’m proud that our store helps families afford quality, stylish clothing while giving items new life and keeping them out of landfills. Being able to recognize the value in each piece and share that with our customers makes my work especially rewarding.
Elizabeth Gilbert- Merchandise Processing Manager Kitchener
I’ve been with Talize for four years and am proud to be part of such a supportive team. I started as a retail floor team member and, through great learning and growth opportunities, progressed into the management team. I enjoy supporting both my team and our customers every day while contributing to sustainable retail through recycling and reusing quality items. Talize’s diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture makes it feel like home, and the strong internal hiring system has helped me develop valuable management skills while learning something new every day.
Meenu Jose – Retail Floor Supervisor Kitchener
I’ve been with Talize for 17 years and love being part of a company that’s passionate about sustainable fashion - helping the planet while offering great service and affordable items. Sustainability is a priority for me, and my role ensures quality items are reused instead of ending up in landfills. Talize has helped me develop valuable skills, and as a supervisor, I’ve grown as a leader through supportive management, stronger communication, and opportunities to take on new challenges.
Suman Sharma - Merchandise Processing Supervisor Delta
I have been with Talize for the past 14 years, and I travel all the way from Scarborough to Mississauga by public transit every single day as I enjoy being a part of the Talize Team. My role is very important because it helps people find stylish yet budget-friendly rare finds. I contribute to the joy of people who enjoy finding hidden gems. The culture at Talize is family-oriented, and I really enjoy the happy, upbeat work environment here.
Evelyn Duran – Merchandise Processing Team Member Mississauga
I’ve been with Talize for six years and still love it. Our friendly team makes work fun, and I enjoy meeting customers, helping in the fitting rooms, and sharing styling suggestions. I’m always happy to greet customers with a smile and help them discover great savings. With rising living costs, it feels good to work somewhere that offers affordable options for everyone.
Linda Wilkins -Retail Floor Team Member Whitby
I have been working with Talize for the past five years, and I am very happy to be a part of the Talize team. I enjoy my role as a Merchandise Processing Team Member. I have learned new skills in this role and have supportive teammates and supervisors who are always available should questions arise. Sustainable retail is vital to our society, and for generations to come who should be able to enjoy a healthy life, saving goods going to landfills and helping others buy affordable fashion and houseware products play a significant role. What I love the most about Talize is that we are all diverse here and come from various lifestyles and backgrounds. Nevertheless, we have bonded together as a family, supporting each other significantly.
Leslie Gow - Merchandise Processing Team Member Whitby