About

Business development chooses you.
You didn’t plan for this... but here you are.
Whether you're a founder, entrepreneur, executive, or growth leader, one day you realize building relationships, opening doors, and driving revenue isn’t just part of the job. It is the job.
And no one ever taught you how to do it.

No books. No training. No roadmap.
Until now.

Welcome to The Business Development Podcast, hosted by Kelly Kennedy, award-winning business development expert, executive coach, and founder of Capital Business Development. Proudly known as a Hope Dealer for those leading from the front.

Kelly didn’t set out to build the world’s leading business development resource. He just started sharing what he’d learned from 15 years in the trenches.
260 episodes later, with listeners in over 145 countries, the podcast has become the global standard for mastering real-world business development.

Each week, you'll get no-fluff strategy, hard-earned insight, and real conversations with top founders, CEOs, and builders. From personal branding to partnership building, from deal flow to leadership, this is where you sharpen the skills they never taught you.

If business development chose you, this is the show built for you.

🎧 Listen: thebusinessdevelopmentpodcast.captivate.fm/listen
📩 Connect: podcast@capitalbd.ca

About the Host

Kelly Kennedy

Founder & CEO, Producer & Host

Kelly Kennedy is a globally recognized business development expert, executive coach, and founder of Capital Business Development—a premium consultancy known for its strategic clarity, measurable results, and client-first approach.

He is the producer and host of The Business Development Podcast, the #1 podcast dedicated to real-world business development. With over 260 episodes and listeners in 145+ countries, the show delivers bold strategies and unfiltered conversations that help founders, executives, and sales leaders grow faster and close bigger. It consistently ranks in the Top 100 Business Podcasts across more than 40 countries and has earned international recognition for its impact and quality. In 2023, it was named Best Business Podcast by Quill. In 2024, it was a final nominee for both Best Podcast of the Year and Best Interview Podcast at the Quill Podcast Awards, and also earned Double Silver honors at the W3 Awards for Best Business & Consulting Podcast and Best Branded Segment. Most recently, the show was named a 2025 semi-finalist in the categories of Best Podcast and Best Business Podcast by the Quill Awards.

Kelly also leads The Catalyst Club, a private business community for entrepreneurs, sales professionals, and growth leaders who are serious about leveling up. Inside, members gain access to live coaching, expert sessions, workshops, and high-trust connections that drive real results.

In 2024, Kelly was honored with the Peaks Emerging Leaders Award in Sales, recognizing his contributions to sales leadership, mentorship, and sustainable business growth across North America.

With nearly 20 years of hands-on experience in the field, Kelly brings practical insight and strategic depth to every conversation. He also heads the Business Development Mastery Program, a premium coaching experience designed for individuals and teams ready to scale.

Through his podcast, coaching, consulting, and community, Kelly helps businesses sharpen their strategy, strengthen their pipelines, and lead with confidence. His direct, no-fluff approach has made him a trusted voice for growth-minded professionals across North America and beyond.