Without supply chain or logistics, our lives would look significantly different. It brings everything to us - from food on our tables to the cell phone you’re reading this on. Supply chain and logistics is a traditional industry, but innovators like Daniel leverage unique technologies to modernize the sector and make it easier to find a perfect match between shippers and carriers. Evotrux is building the next generation of the supply chain in Manitoba but creating an impact far beyond their bord...
May 27, 2021•52 min•Ep. 149
A famous quote says, “A rising tide lifts all ships”, and that is precisely the plan Jeff executes at Momentum. Their unique social profit structure bridges the gap between those struggling to educational and employment opportunities to build on their skills and assets. They achieve this through three key ways: They work with people to get better jobs. They work with people to create their own job by starting a business. And then they work with people to be able to manage and save their money so...
May 25, 2021•55 min•Ep. 148
With many global manufacturers moving away from gasoline-powered engines to electric vehicles, there’s another similar niche that Alberta is perfectly positioned to capitalize on: hydrogen and CO2 capture. Our oil & gas industry’s orphan wells and SMR (steam methane reformer) plants, and our provincial expertise in engineering, make the perfect infrastructure and talent pool to build these industries out. Join me as George (CEO & Founder) and Jason (VP Marketing & Founder) walk me th...
May 21, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 147
Tiffany knew Symend’s why before she even knew their what or how. The why was crystal clear for Tiffany - modernize a traditional industry to help consumers get back on financial track. Symend is a digital behaviour platform that leverages behavioural science and data to empower customers to resolve past due bills. Join me as Tiffany explains the competitive advantage that Calgary provided her start-up and how product market fit - and personal experience - were driving factors in Symend’s concep...
May 18, 2021•47 min•Ep. 146
From chatbots to intelligent virtual assistants and cybersecurity to copywriting, Artificial Intelligence has made its way into the mainstream. But how can AI be equitably accessed by small and medium-sized businesses that may not have in-house resources to develop AI to suit their needs? Since 2019, ISAIC has been providing resources to ensure Western Canadian businesses can adopt and commercialize AI to make their business, and people, work more efficiently. Join me for an insightful conversat...
May 13, 2021•54 min•Ep. 145
Telling a story well can be the difference between a sale and no sale or an investment and a goodbye. In Calgary, it could be the difference between transforming our reputation or keeping our success hidden in the shadows. Christine Gillies, Director of Product & Client Marketing at Benevity, shares a great story about how the foundational components of marketing are often overlooked - and how she is working to showcase Benevity’s wins, not just their products. Gaining a deep, clear, and fou...
May 11, 2021•58 min•Ep. 144
Technology debt: choosing the quick win with limited solutions over a better approach that takes longer. Sound familiar? WestJet’s CTO, Stuart McDonald, helps you understand why taking technology shortcuts has damaging consequences for your business. We also discuss the changes that COVID-19 ushered into the airline industry, and how taking a Canadian approach to partnerships can prevent technology silos that fragment the customer experience.
May 06, 2021•49 min•Ep. 143
Developers were not all equally prepared to confront the dramatic change to how homebuyers shop that COVID-19 ushered in. From seeing a house in-person to seeing one virtually, it took a resilient and strategic marketing-focused leader to deeply examine how to design homes that can withstand homeschooling, working, and living. Join me as Tracey takes us through what a CRO does (hint: it’s a combination of all of Tracey’s best talents), how Hopewell’s focus on digital transformation pre-pandemic ...
May 04, 2021•49 min•Ep. 142
As humans, we’re all in the challenge of creating a new economy together - one that is equitable and environmentally and socially conscious. CBSR is encouraging their member businesses to operate in a socially and environmentally responsible way, including becoming net zero by 2050, developing sophisticated diversity and inclusion programs and building Canada’s circular economy. Join me as Leor takes us through his role at CBSR, to hear insights and tips on how strategic partnerships enable your...
Apr 29, 2021•57 min•Ep. 141
One of the biggest hurdles in our digital transformation isn’t so much an unwillingness to adapt but a hesitancy to learn. After all, emerging technologies like blockchain and machine learning can seem a bit intimidating at first. That’s why SAIT Corporate Training partnered with Jon Trask and Blockchain Guru to break things down for everyone. The result? A program that takes the intimidation factor out of the picture and practically explains how blockchain and machine learning can help with the...
Apr 27, 2021•59 min•Ep. 140
At one time they seemed like a novelty, but electric vehicles are becoming the way of the future for sustainable transportation. But did you know that 60% more greenhouse gases are emitted to make the battery for an electric vehicle than a combustion engine vehicle? That’s the problem that Amanda and her team want to solve with Summit Nanotech, a green lithium extraction process that uses nanotechnology to help meet the energy storage needs of the future. Join me as Amanda takes us into Summit N...
Apr 22, 2021•53 min•Ep. 139
There’s plenty of innovation coming out of our start-up community that will transform the way we work. While many are modernizing established industries, Deborah’s innovation just might transform the way our bodies work. That innovation – Path Therapeutics, a biotech platform that uncovers new therapeutics and novel druggable targets for diseases of the central nervous system. Join me as Deborah takes us into Path Therapeutics, her experiences raising funds as an academic and entrepreneur in Cal...
Apr 20, 2021•54 min•Ep. 138
You can learn a lot about someone based on their resume. Where they’ve worked, what they’ve learned, and what they’ve accomplished. That information is important for hirers, but for Allie, a recruitment and HR professional, something equally if not more important is often missing – a candidate’s potential. To solve that problem, Allie launched ResumeFree™, an online screening tool that connects candidates and employers based on traits and metrics that aren't found on a resume. Join me as Allie s...
Apr 15, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 137
From short how-to videos on YouTube to years-long college and university programs, people have plenty of options for digital education. But what about large organizations that need to educate and re-train their entire team? Where do they turn? Enter Xpan Interactive Ltd., a Calgary-based global leader in custom and immersive digital knowledge solutions. Since 2001, Ron has led his team to increase engagement, performance and competency to over 5 million learners across more than 250 large organi...
Apr 13, 2021•48 min•Ep. 136
Even with all of our recent breakthroughs and innovations, everyone still thinks of Alberta as an oil and gas province. It’s going to take more than just innovation to change our reputation. As CEO of her own PR firm, Ellen helps businesses and brands thrive through thoughtful communication strategies. So, who better to shed light on how to flip Alberta's narrative? Join me as Ellen shares the power of branding, the importance of telling our stories, and how we can make the world think of Albert...
Apr 08, 2021•40 min•Ep. 135
Jim was the very first guest on this podcast. So, it’s only fitting that he’s the first guest for our three-month partnership series with SAIT’s Corporate Training. As Chief Catalyst at SAIT, Jim is bridging the gap between two sides of our digital transformation. On one side is new talent that’s innovating for the future. On the other are established organizations that need support in re-training and up-skilling of their workforces. His goal? To create a streamlined network that will create new...
Apr 06, 2021•58 min•Ep. 134
As it continues to grow stronger, plenty of exciting technologies have been coming out of Calgary’s start-up community. While start-up founders certainly have the skills to design and develop their latest innovations, many are at a loss when it comes to growing their business. Enter Carey Houston and 321 Growth Academy, a Calgary-based consultancy that teaches founders how to sell and market their products and build and manage their teams. Join me as Carey shares what 321 Growth Academy does, he...
Mar 31, 2021•47 min•Ep. 133
There are plenty of new, innovative businesses and organizations popping up in our province that are well poised to become Albertan success stories. For Hilton, having a long-term strategy and valuable product or service is one thing, but having a strong culture is something much more powerful; something that can either make or break our chances at success. Join me as Hilton shares his views on the importance of culture and why success will remain out of reach for the organizations that lack it....
Mar 26, 2021•52 min•Ep. 132
From AI to machine learning to cryptocurrencies, supply chains, robotics and renewable energies, we’ve covered many topics on this podcast. But for my co-conspirator Kevin Crowe, we still need to discuss the one thing that ties all of these areas together; what he believes is the key to Alberta’s digital transformation – The Internet of Things (IoT). As Co-Chair of the Alberta IoT Centre of Excellence, Kevin and his team are on a mission to make our province the global hub for IoT technology. Jo...
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 131
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is a mentality that keeps a lot of business stuck in their ways rather than keeping up with the times. But for Jeremy and Adrienne, it’s not always a case of stubborn business leaders. Some are simply unaware that the technology they’ve been using for years is holding them back in this modern age. That’s where Xerris comes in, a Calgary-based digital solutions service that helps companies break down technical barriers and re-imagine their business for the digita...
Mar 19, 2021•53 min•Ep. 130
Good Earth Coffeehouse is yet another Alberta success story that's been serving up fresh coffee for 30 years. So, what's their secret? Is it having the right beans for the right price? For Wendy, it's all about having the right balance of marketing and brand experience; one that, in Good Earth Coffeehouse’s case, makes customers feel like they've been transported to an Italian café. Join me as Wendy talks about her role at Good Earth Coffeehouse, the importance of brand experiences and how this ...
Mar 18, 2021•49 min•Ep. 129
With everything from corporate centers and industrial manufacturers to some of Calgary’s finest shops and restaurants, Victoria Park is one of the most diverse areas in our city. Once COVID-19 confined us to our homes last year, things in Victoria Park got a little quiet. But for David, it was business as usual in looking towards the future and making big plans for this Calgary gem. Join me as David tells all about what makes Victoria Park so special, how they helped businesses navigate through ...
Mar 11, 2021•52 min•Ep. 128
Our start-up community is full of innovators who are transforming industries and creating new opportunities for our province. While some look to innovate in new industries, Jill used her passion for the environment and technology to transform transportation in our oil & gas and energy sectors. The result – Drift Technological Solutions Ltd. and its flagship product DriftTech Mobile, a digital platform that eliminates inefficiencies by delivering in the moment field information to enable repo...
Mar 09, 2021•51 min•Ep. 127
Gabe is the CEO and Portfolio Manager at Vela Software, an operating group of Constellation Software that acquires, manages and builds industry-specific software businesses around the world. While Vela Software brings expertise to a wide scope of industries, Gabe’s focus is on the ones that built our province – oil, gas, and energy. So, who better to talk to about the innovative businesses that are shaking things up and looking for capital in Alberta? Join me as Gabe talks about Vela Software an...
Mar 04, 2021•46 min•Ep. 126
After working through an economic downturn, a global pandemic, and transformations of our largest industries, Alberta businesses have been getting knocked down for quite some time now. While some have a hard time getting back up, Colleen believes it’s the businesses that can roll with the punches that live to fight another day. As a Partner with Deloitte Canada, Colleen champions resiliency and adaptability in business with forward-thinking consultancy that helps her clients be ready for what's ...
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 125
For over 20 years, Tundra Process Solutions has provided a wide range of industrial process equipment across multiple industries in Western Canada. At the start of 2021, this Calgary-based success story was officially acquired by the Wajax Corporation, a bold move that CEO Iggy Domagalski feels came at the right time for Tundra and will provide meaningful growth. Join me as Iggy shares how talks began with Wajax, what the acquisition means for Tundra, and shares his tips and insights for any bus...
Feb 24, 2021•39 min•Ep. 124
Virtuo is a tech-enabled service that streamlines the journey towards homeownership with a dedicated concierge. It’s also another success story from Calgary’s start-up community, home to many new, exciting innovations. Now five years after launch, CEO and Co-Founder Casey Kachur has seen our once-fragmented start-up community start to work together – but there’s still plenty of opportunity to make things better. Join me as Casey takes us through Virtuo’s journey, how they are transforming the ho...
Feb 18, 2021•38 min•Ep. 123
The global construction industry is on the verge of a mass transformation but seems to be taking its time. All the industry needs is that final push in the right direction. As President and CEO, Scott wants that push to come from ZS2 Technologies – a Calgary-based start-up specializing in the development of innovative construction technologies that are stronger, safer, and healthier for people and the planet. Join me as Scott takes us through the first year of ZS2 Technologies' journey, how they...
Feb 16, 2021•56 min•Ep. 122
One of the biggest misconceptions about transformation is that our workforce will have to start from scratch and learn a whole new set of skills. Throughout her career, Trish has successfully pivoted her skills to several industries, from healthcare, to energy, agriculture, cannabis, and, finally, construction. So, who better to clear the air when it comes to pivoting an entire province? Join me as Trish shares her perspective on Alberta's transformation and why we need to pivot our province fas...
Feb 11, 2021•47 min•Ep. 121
Last year, Adam helped us understand the benefits of Bitcoin and to walk us through Bitcoin Well, an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of this decentralized currency. Since being on the show, Bitcoin Well has grown into what may become the first publicly-traded Bitcoin ATM company in the world as Adam continues to deliver on his mission to deliver Bitcoin into the mainstream and the hands of everyone in the world. Join me for another lively chat with Adam as he gives us a B...
Feb 09, 2021•47 min•Ep. 120
