In this episode, hear from Darren Bondar, President and CEO of HempAlta. Darren tells us all about his company’s exciting AgTech story. We learn how HempAlta uses technology and innovation to disrupt the 100-year-old hemp industry. You’ll also learn how, by being based in the province of Alberta, HempAlta has a key competitive advantage. We also discuss the challenges of raising capital and the future of this cutting-edge company.
Read MoreIn this episode, you’ll gain a better understanding of content marketing, the media landscape, and how these two things can help your business become more interesting to your ideal customers. Chris Hogg, Founder and Managing Partner at Digital Journal Group brings decades of experience as a freelance journalist, producer, editor and contributor to world-class companies. He unpacks what content marketing is, how to get the most out of a single piece, and shares a reality check on content marketing. Hint: it’s a marathon, not a sprint.
Read MoreIn this episode, Koleya returns to the show to detail how falling in love with her customers’ issues has helped her clean energy company, Absolute Combustion, innovate and address the real issues her target customers experience, rather than simply providing the solution she thought they required. A committed internal advocate and a cooperative relationship are two critical elements to success, according to Koleya. As a seasoned entrepreneur, Koleya provides advice on where to focus your efforts to develop your billion-dollar idea.
Read MoreIn this episode, get an inside look at the new world of work and the competitive job market from Catherine Brownlee, President and CEO of CBI. With extensive experience and a vast network, Catherine knows what it takes to help organizations find the right candidates. You’ll learn how quickly you need to act to secure your ideal candidate, what a modern reference check looks like, and why a great onboarding experience is essential to keeping employees long-term.
Read MoreIn this episode, Melissa From, President and CEO of JA Southern Alberta, discusses how Junior Achievement has adapted its programming to better meet the needs of modern young adults. She highlights financial literacy and entrepreneurship as key areas where JA Southern Alberta is making a difference in the lives of students. She also speaks about the impact of creating a supportive community that helps young people thrive.
Read MoreIn this episode, you’ll hear from the Calgary Stampede’s newest CEO, Joel Cowley. He expresses his excitement for the event and how it brings people and communities together. He also shares the many ways in which the Stampede creates economic impact, educates youth, and brings global citizens together through competitions, events, and trade shows. This world-renowned event is a key source of western heritage pride for many, that fosters stronger communities.
Read MoreIn this episode, learn how Alberta IoT is shaping the economic transformation of technology in our province from Executive Director, Brenda Beckedorf. From startup visas to abolishing tech gatekeeping, Alberta IoT is an inclusive community dedicated to developing a global pipeline to bring companies here who can thrive.
Read MoreIn this episode, you’ll learn about the pharmaceutical application of cannabis. With the legalization of cannabis in Canada, R&D and commercialization in medical cannabis are poised to reap rewards. Stephen Van Deventer, Chairman and CEO of Asterion Cannabis Inc. and PreveCeutical Medical Inc., discusses how they fingerprint cannabis cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids to determine their medical applications. Stephen discusses PreveCeutical’s expansion into Australia, the Canadian government’s reaction to their findings, and how his company is approaching commercialization in a different way, as well as how investors are responding.
Read MoreIn this episode, you’ll learn about the work that goes into making a city globally competitive without forgetting about the communities that make it great. Ron Jaicarran, founder of Imagine Cities, will tell us how they see economic opportunity and livability coming together to support small changes within different communities. This can lead to big improvements in life and economic outcomes for everyone involved.
Read MoreIn this episode, you’ll learn from Mads Daugaard, President and Chief Scientific Officer of Rakovina Therapeutics, who has dedicated his life to developing innovative treatments for cancer. Mads shares his insights as a successful 3X biotech entrepreneur, sharing what it takes to succeed in this cutting-edge industry. He also discusses his ground-breaking research into DNA-targeted cancer treatments, where Canada ranks globally in biotech, and what investors need to keep in mind when considering investing in this vertical.
Read MoreIn this episode, Sharlene Massie leverages her 30+ years of staffing experience to help you understand the dramatic changes in the hiring process that COVID-19, hybrid workforce, and demanding employee culture have fostered. As Founder and CEO of About Staffing, About Staffing Industrial and JOBSHIFT, Sharlene is the ideal guide to help you navigate this complex talent topic.
Read MoreIn this episode, Jennie Gilbert is back to discuss performance and power skills. Power skills are abilities that help people work together effectively, even when egos, biases, and other factors get in the way. Learn how to set up teams for success, maximize results, and create a continuous conversation about performance that fosters openness and collaboration.
Read MoreIn this episode, Danny Motyka rejoins the show to update you on his work at Psygen. As the Co-Founder and CEO, Danny is using his experience in the cannabis industry to create an opportunity for psychedelic manufacturing in Canada. Learn about the challenges of raising capital for Psygen and how the University of Calgary is developing a premier research hub for psychedelics. Discover what excites Danny about this burgeoning field and why he believes Alberta is well positioned to be a leader in this space.
Read MoreIn this episode, you’ll hear from the CEO and Marketing Director of Insight Analytical. Learn how this company has built a successful technology business with applications in the US and Canada. Find out how webinars and content marketing have helped them reach a wider audience, and how their deep values have helped them weather storms like COVID-19 and recessions.
Read MoreIn this episode, get the inside scoop on the changing world of industrial companies in Alberta from Ira Laughy, Founder and President of Rapid 3D, an advanced 3D scanning tech company. Ira has over 30 years of experience in the industrial marketing world, and he shares his insights on the changing landscape. Explore the challenges and opportunities that come with new technologies and how industrial marketers can adapt to stay ahead of the curve.
Read MoreIn this episode, join Tannis Gaffney, Chief Marketing Officer at Travel Alberta for an insightful conversation about uncovering the latest stories and experiences that will attract tourists to our province. Tannis shares her optimistic view of what we have to offer - from the six UNESCO world heritage sites to the entrepreneurial spirit that runs through our communities. Discover how Travel Alberta not only brings joy to tourists but also drives economic development within Alberta through their mandate to support funding for destination marketing organizations.
Read MoreAccessibility is an important issue that often gets overlooked. In this episode, Sean Crump, Founder of Included by Design and Krooshl, shares his insights on the challenges many people with disabilities face in Calgary. Sean, who is a quadriplegic himself, knows first-hand how important inclusive environments and communities are. His expertise can help you re-think your own organization’s inclusivity and accessibility, and see how investing in these areas can have a positive ROI.
Read MoreIn this episode, learn from Luke West, Co-Founder of Collegium. Collegium is a real estate development tech start-up that is changing how buildings are designed, procured, and built. The existing model of construction as we know it is 200 years old, and, before technology, this worked just fine. But now, with new emerging tech, Luke and his team are evolving the business model to make processes like design, procurement, payment and much more, profoundly more efficient. The best part? Affordable housing becomes a natural by-product.
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