In this episode, you’ll hear from Michael Hebert, Associate of Venture Capital at NGIF. He shares the story of how NGIF is leading the way in cleantech investment to lower emissions in the gas sector. You’ll learn about the key differences in NGIF’s model compared to other VC funds, why facilitation and collaboration are so important to their success, and the role that champions play in moving ESG forward for a better energy future.
Read MoreIn this episode, Kayla Browne discusses the lack of diversity in the architecture field in Canada. She explains how this problem starts at the university level, where there is a 50:50 split between women and men in classes. Once women enter the workforce, they are drastically underrepresented, making up only 20% of professionals in the field. Kayla has seen firsthand some of the obstacles that prevent women from succeeding in this male-dominated industry. However, she remains hopeful that organizations like Building Equity and Architecture, which promote diversity and equality through a cross-disciplinary approach, will help to close the gender gap. This episode is sure to give you plenty of food for thought, no matter what industry you work in.
Read MoreIn this episode, Robert Price discusses the disruptive plans of his company, Bode. They aim to revolutionize the home buying and selling industry by digitizing the entire experience for both buyers and sellers. This not only makes the process easier and less confusing for Canadians but also improves the industry overall. Learn how they have approached funding and growing their business, as well as what focus they are keeping in order to ensure success.
Read MoreIn this episode, Chief Revenue Officer of ZeroKey, Richard Simpson, shares the unique journey of the company from a guerrilla marketing video in Barcelona in 2018 to closing a Series A funding round in 2020. This Calgary-based company is revolutionizing what digitization can do in logistics, industrial manufacturing, oil and gas and more. ZeroKey hyperaccurately tracks any asset you need with its real-time location systems by digitizing entire environments. Find out how they achieved their incredible growth trajectory.
Read MoreIn this episode, the Founder of Chic Geek, Kylie Woods, shares the troubling data about women in technology. Kylie’s experiences as a woman in technology led her to found Chic Geek. While more and more women join STEM fields, there’s a critical attrition point where many leave — and don’t return. This episode will give you key insights into how diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) can be baked into your organization, ensuring a psychologically safe workplace where everyone can show up exactly as they are. She also highlights the need for people in positions of privilege to embody true allyship — because to change the narrative it’s going to take everybody’s efforts.
Read MoreIn this episode, hear from Billy Rideout to get his insights on the Alberta innovation and investment scene. As the CEO and Visionary of Exergy Solutions, a company that helps out start-up firms by enabling them to take their unique technology to market quickly through advanced design-built solutions, he understands how to de-risk innovation and new technology and foster an environment where taking a chance is not only safe, but preferred. Thanks to his previous senior roles at Suncor, Billy intimately understands the difficulty bureaucracy can have on innovation and why clutching your million-dollar idea to your chest hinders progress.
Read MoreIn this episode, hear from Kai Fahrion and Gursh Bal, co-CEOs of Zeno Renewables, who are on a mission to install solar panels on one million homes by 2030. They share their bullish outlook on solar energy and how it can improve our society in multiple ways, from creating jobs to reducing carbon output and energy costs. You’ll gain a clear understanding of solar energy and its potential to transform our world for the better.
Read MoreIn this episode, learn from Shelley Kuipers, Co-founder of The51, and Salima Shivji, Executive Director and Board Director for Movement51. They discuss the implications of gender on funding for women, women-led businesses, and women participating in the investment ecosystem. They explain how this gendered lens affects money and investments, and their goal is to empower people to change where capital comes from and who gets to make capital decisions.
Read MoreIn this episode, hear from Shelley Arnusch, the editor-in-chief of Avenue Calgary. Red Point Media, Avenue Calgary’s parent company, is a local media success story that has faced challenges with the changing landscape of media. Shelley shares what media looks like in 2022 and how digitalization has changed the way people consume content. Avenue Calgary is a unique success story in that it helps citizens explore new neighbourhoods and places they may never have otherwise discovered.
Read MoreIn this episode, Alina Martin, the former CEO of WaitWell, discusses how digitizing workflow and service delivery can help achieve customers’ goals of improving customer service and operations. She explains how COVID-19 forced many service-based businesses to find ways to create socially distanced queues and how WaitWell addressed this problem. Alina also talks about the challenges involved in digitizing operations for big or tech-averse companies that often have trouble crossing the digital divide. Tune in to learn more about how digitizing analog processes can improve your overall operations.
Read MoreIn this episode, Crystal tells the story of how Alberta is a hub for life sciences innovation. She shares how the province’s research labs are commercializing their findings and making a real impact at scale. Crystal serves on the board of Tactile Orthopaedics, which is an experiential learning system designed by surgeons for surgeons that replicates the tactile operative experience. Her board work complements her full-time work as the Health Lead at Thin Air Labs. The health sciences industry is always evolving, and Thin Air Labs is constantly investing in cutting-edge companies. Learn how they’re changing the narrative and setting the standard for Alberta’s ecosystem.
Read MoreIn this episode, Brett Colvin shares his journey as a first-time start-up Founder. He Co-Founded GoodLawyer, a Calgary-based legal marketplace built for Canadian start-ups. You’ll learn from his experiences in building something that has never been done before - from defining their ideal customer profile (which, it turns out, was exactly like Brett!) to raising capital, as well as why being purpose-driven is a key to tackling major problems in your sector.
Read MoreIn 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.
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