The Sustainable Tech Podcast

In this episode of The Sustainable Tech Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Marshall Cox, founder of Kelvin, a company revolutionizing energy efficiency in urban buildings. Marshall shares his journey from material science research to entrepreneurship, detailing how a personal frustration with apartment heating sparked the creation of Kelvin’s flagship product, the Cozy. We dive into the challenges of sc...

In this episode of The Sustainable Tech Podcast, I chat with Khurram Virani, co-founder and CTO of Lighthouse Labs, Canada’s leading coding bootcamp and tech career accelerator. We dive into Khurram's inspiring journey from living on a couch in Vancouver to building an educational powerhouse. We discuss the evolution of tech education, Lighthouse’s unique curriculum, and the impact they’ve had in...

In this episode, I sit down with Alex Weaver Crawford, founder of Bubbles Haircare, a salon concept designed exclusively for children. Alex shares her journey from running a creative agency to building a kid-focused salon. Bubbles offers more than just haircuts—it’s about creating an experience where children feel at ease, and parents get a much-needed break. We explore the challenges of running a...

In this episode, I had a fascinating conversation with Mateo Jeanneau, CEO and co-founder of Keen to Help, a company making it easier for businesses to connect with volunteering opportunities. Mateo shares the story behind Keen to Help and how it grew from a simple side project during the pandemic into a platform that helps companies and their employees engage in meaningful team-building while giv...

In this episode, I chat with Leigh Sembaluk, the CEO and founder of Preception, a company focused on training and measuring spatial awareness, decision-making, and speed of thought in athletes. We dive into his journey from being a footballer and coach to launching a tech company, building both hardware and software to improve player performance. Leigh also shares insights into Pro Instinct, their...

In this episode of The Sustainable Tech Podcast, I chat with Adilya Dragan, the inspiring CEO & Founder of StarLuv. StarLuv is an AI-powered marketplace that encourages people to buy and sell both new and pre-loved clothing. Adilya shares her journey of building a tech company from the ground up and discusses her mission to fight textile waste and fast fashion’s impact on our planet. Her passi...

In this episode, we talk with Laura Simpson, the CEO and co-founder of Side Door, a platform that empowers music artists by connecting them directly with venues and audiences. Laura shares her journey from the non-profit world to creating a tech startup that’s making a real impact in the music industry. Discover how Side Door is helping artists perform in unique spaces, build connections, and sust...

In this episode, we dive deep into the story of The Farmer's Truck, a revolutionary mobile market solution that’s transforming access to fresh food in underserved communities. Fred Laforge, co-founder and CEO, shares his journey from tech to impact-driven entrepreneurship. Learn how The Farmer's Truck is making a difference, the challenges faced, and the innovative solutions developed along the wa...

This week, we're excited to have Shadi Toloui-Wallace, the founder and chief creative officer of Tiny Souls. Tiny Souls is a media company dedicated to creating values-based children's content and parenting resources for early childhood education. Join us as Shadi shares her incredible journey from a touring musician to building a successful media company, her vision for Tiny Souls, and the impact...

In this episode of the Small Tech Podcast, we sit down with Matt Lanigan, co-founder of GridBid, the innovative platform simplifying heat pump retrofits for homeowners. Join us as we explore Matt's journey from civil engineering to tech entrepreneurship, the challenges of building a tech product, and the future of home decarbonization. Discover how GridBid is making sustainable living accessible a...

Welcome to the Small Tech Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Cyrus Greenall, co-founder of Firstline. Explore the evolution of healthcare tech and how Firstline is revolutionizing clinical guidance for healthcare providers. Learn about Cyrus's transition from game development to healthcare innovation. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the impact of Firstline on global health and the fu...

🎙️ In the latest episode of the Small Tech Podcast, we talk with Priya Tronsgard, the founder of Edify Learning Spaces. Edify is a platform that connects neurodivergent children with tutors who understand their unique learning needs. Priya’s journey is personal. As a mother of neurodivergent kids, she saw how hard it was for them to fit into traditional schools. This inspired her to create Edify,...

Welcome to another episode of the Small Tech Podcast! Today, we have Janessa Farrell, an inspiring guest who has turned her passion for teaching into a tech startup. Janessa is the co-founder and CEO of QuestRead, a fun reading game for kids that helps improve their reading skills. Questread was recently accepted into the Ocean Programs Accelerator Cohort 10, a big step for the app's growth. Janes...

In this episode of the Small Tech Podcast, we talk with Liz Gosselin, one of the co-founders of R&G Strategic: the sustainability agency. Liz shares her journey from school to the startup scene at Volta, where she started working closely with tech companies and developed a passion for sustainability. She discusses how important it is for businesses to genuinely adopt sustainable practices and...

 Join us on the Small Tech Podcast as we sit down with Ashley Mason, founder of Dash of Social, to discuss the keys to effective digital marketing in the tech sector. Discover Ashley's journey from freelance marketer to agency head and learn how to leverage social media, blogging, and email marketing to boost your tech startup's presence. Get insights on automating marketing processes and the role...

Let's explore Janey Roh's journey. She went from being a teacher to a tech entrepreneur. She uses technology to help connect communities. She started Curiko, a platform that helps people with technology. Janey talks about the challenges of using technology to help different communities. She says making technology accessible to everyone is important for creating a more inclusive society. Janey's ex...

In this episode of the Small Tech Podcast, host Raph from EC sits down with Adam Delgado of The North Technology People. From his early days to becoming a key player in the recruitment field across Australia, Singapore, the UK, and Canada, Adam dives into his rich experience with AI, machine learning, and software development sectors. He also gives us a hint about his exciting new tech startup. Th...

Welcome to the latest episode of the SmallTechPodcast, where we break down complex AI concepts into easy-to-understand explanations. Whether you're completely new to artificial intelligence or just looking to understand more about what AI can do without getting lost in technical jargon, this episode is for you. Hosted by Raph from EC, we dive into the fascinating world of AI, covering everything f...

Join us as Sam Chan from Launch Academy reveals why 'problem obsession' rather than 'solutions oriented' is key in the startup scene. In this episode, we give you business insights and unpack the art of identifying and sticking with genuine customer problems to create impactful tech products. Learn how to balance your passion for building with the market's need for practical solutions. This conver...

🎙️The latest Small Tech Podcast discusses how to create Minimum Viable Products (MVPs). We learn what constitutes an MVP, how to balance essential functionality with user expectations, and the difficult decisions entrepreneurs face in streamlining their vision. The discussion also covers practical strategies for MVP development in web and mobile apps, emphasizing the importance of user feedback an...

In this episode of the Small Tech Podcast from Éphémère Creative, we talk about choosing the right technology for your small tech business. Understanding a tech stack is crucial, especially when building an application that integrates seamlessly with marketing and operational tools. Whether you’re contemplating selecting off-the-shelf tech stacks like MERN, MEAN, or LAMP or customizing your own, t...

In this episode of the Small Tech Podcast, host Raph discusses data and dashboards. He breaks them down into three categories: analytics, business intelligence, and application dashboards. He provides insights on how these tools can be used to understand user interaction with a product or website, understand the business as a whole, and allow users to interact with and visualize data. He also high...

In this episode of the Small Tech Podcast, our host Raph ventures into the labyrinth of funding options available in Canada for those working on tech products. He shares some insight into key programs like SR&ED and IRAP, the potential benefits of hiring students through initiatives like MITACS, WIL, and DS4Y, and highlights a few specialized grants. This episode might offer you a better persp...

In this week's episode of The Small Tech Podcast, we invite you to explore the intricacies of product development processes in ClickUp. Hosted by Raph of Éphémère Creative, the episode provides our insights into managing multiple projects, organizing documentation, planning product roadmaps, and prioritizing tasks effectively. Learn the advantages of seamless GitLab and GitHub integrations and how...

In this week's episode of The Small Tech Podcast, we dissect the concept of software development frameworks, emphasizing their importance in web and mobile app development. We highlight the benefits of using frameworks, and discuss popular choices like Ruby on Rails, Django, and Laravel. We also introduce the concept of backends as a service and touch upon frontend frameworks such as Angular, Next...