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WATCH: Wingbuddy Founder Christian Hakim on the Name, the Strategy, and What’s Next with John Kirk

by John Kirk  January 27, 2026

In this video, we put the burning question directly to Wingbuddy founder Chris Hakim: how did Wingbuddy come up with its name? We met recently at their offices in Montreal to discuss how the company is expanding into the English market and what differentiates them from the competition. The commitment to the market is evident with new additions to the team, including Toronto-based Wolf Paunic, who joined recently as Director of Business Development. One thing is certain: customer service, technology, and contracting their own product directly are key to Hakim’s strategy, and he is investing in the areas that matter most to travel advisors. Watch the video to hear firsthand how that vision is taking shape — and what it means for advisors moving forward.

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