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In Focus | Cameron Wendt

Meet Cameron! He's a charismatic musician residing in Kelowna, who strives to one day receive a Grammy!

<who> Photo Credit: Cameron Wendt
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kelowna?
I'm a hybrid of Calgary and Kelowna. I've lived here three separate times for a total of 9 years.

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My mother. She has done so much with her life, it's always a pleasure to spend time with her. Her whole life she has given to others and I love being able to be completely honest and open with someone. She is amazing at giving advice and knows when it's time to tell the hard truth. The truth that makes you look deep inside of yourself. I look up to her and knowing what she's accomplished in her life makes me want to be a better man.

What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Little Hobo Soup and Sandwich Shop - I started going when they were in their first location. The second time I went, the person who brought me had forgotten their wallet and I remember like it was yesterday: Crystal said don't worry about it, pay next time you come in. That type of generosity is sorely missed today. It made a big impact on me and now whenever I can, that's where I go to eat. Not to mention their food is AMAZINGLY delicious!!

Describe yourself in one word.
Charismatic.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
In May, my mother and I are travelling to the Czech Republic to visit family I have never met. That is 100% the place I would go! I have a feeling it will bring a great understanding of my roots and my heritage! Plus I get to meet over a dozen family members I've never met before!!

What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
Hiking! We live in a breathtakingly beautiful location, with endless hiking trails. Nothing better than conquering a mountain on a Saturday afternoon.

<who> Photo Credit: Cameron Wendt


What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
I don't tend to get embarrassed much but I did one time while performing a song forget the lyrics and have to make some up on the spot.

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
I often seem to get inspired when I hit rock bottom. I recently got out of a five year relationship and it's inspired me to seek deeply for the person I wish to become.

Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Climbing up Knox mountain with my friends, playing truth or dare without a care in the world!! Every single day was a new adventure.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I have thought about this at length. I would find a common goal that we as a planet could strive for, together as one! I truly believe that if every single person was working and fighting for one single cause (no matter how big or small), we could change the world.

Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
I love walking Kelowna, you've probably seen me dancing the streets and singing as loud as I possibly can!! Ya, that's me! Parkinson Rec Centre and Knox Mountain are my safe places.

Where would you like to see a positive change in Kelowna and why?
I would love to see a venue dedicated to bigger concerts. Kelowna has a solid music scene but I would be amazing if the city put money into a larger venue for the big names to come to town.

What do you think makes Kelowna great?
I had a chance to move anywhere in Canada I wanted with my career, I chose Kelowna. Kelowna is the perfect balance of big city and small town. 15 min walk to the beach, 15 min walk to a mountain. What makes it great is its diversity!

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
1) Spend more time with my parents.
2) Travel the Templar's journey from England to Jerusalem
3) Win a Grammy!

<who> Photo Credit: Cameron Wendt

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Facebook: Blendwellmusic
Instagram: @Blendwellmusic

What is the name of your business/organization?
Blendwellmusic

Why did you get into this business?
I started making music because I love being able to share feelings and thoughts through an emotional outlet.

What is the goal of your business?
My goal is to create music that inspires people. To help others reach their musical goals. And to leave this world with something I'm proud of.

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Staying focused. Our world offers for MANY distractions, it's hard to stay on your grind and focused every day.

If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
Different! I would push myself so much harder right from childhood to be more and give more.

<who> Photo Credit: Cameron Wendt

What do you always find yourself saying?
One Step at a Time.

What is your best piece of life advice?
You get to write your own life!! Every day ask yourself is this who I want to become? Am I taking steps to become that person? Be humble and ask yourself can you be stronger? Kinder? More Compassionate? You get to decide! Write your own life!

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Clarence Avant

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
If we really want to support our community is starts with making smart decisions. Shopping locally is something easy that helps our community on many levels. If we forget about our community and don't support it, how can we judge anything that goes on locally?

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Winning a Radio And Production Award for Best Feature Production.

Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
My best friend Courtney Williams. Without him, I wouldn't be who I am. He was the fire in my gut when I had none and lifted me off the ground when I hit rock bottom.

My choice for the KelownaNow In Focus spotlight is:
Burke Hair Lounge


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