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On BIV Today... A new book examines how companies need to use and emphasize emotional intelligence in the ways they recruit and retain their leaders and teams. Caroline Stokes, an experienced Silicon Valley recruiter based in Vancouver, has written Elephants Before Unicorns: Emotionally Intelligence HR Strategies to Save Your Company. She discusses the book with Kirk LaPointe, BIV's editor-in-chie...

On BIV Today… The significance of the U.S.-Japan mini trade deal. On a new Asia 360 segment, Jeff Reeves, vice-president of research with the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada, discusses how the deal is politically driven, and what it means for Canada’s trade relations with Japan. Does Canada have enough venture capital funding? Charles Plant, senior fellow at the University of Toront...

On BIV Today... Christine Magee, the co-founder and chair of the board of SleepCountry Canada, discusses the company's quarter century of growth, the changes in the business, and the challenges even she faces in getting a good night's sleep. She is in conversation with Kirk LaPointe, BIV's editor-in-chief. See more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Sean Finn (2:11), executive vice-president of corporate services and chief legal officer at CN, discusses rail safety, 100 years of operations and the company¹s investments in B.C. Is CN planning for the next century? And could hovering train cars be involved? Finn joins co-host Hayley Woodin for a wide-ranging interview on CN¹s work. BIV¹s weekly tech panel (18:46)...

On BIV Today... Can B.C. become a global AI powerhouse by 2022? Steve Lowry, executive director of AInBC, discusses the launch of a new artificial intelligence network aimed at doing just that. October marks Healthy Workplace Month. Wellness and stress coach Nicole Porter joins the show to offer insights on how workers can better regulate everything from their sleeping habits to screen time. Tyler...

On BIV Today... A new poll today for Glacier Media, conducted by Researchco, shows the Liberals slightly ahead of the Conservatives federally, indicates the environment has emerged this week as the prime issue in the campaign, and suggests the adverse attention involving Justin Trudeau hasn't made an impact on his popularity. But there is lots of time to come in the campaign, including the leaders...

On BIV Today... Craig Patterson, editor-in-chief of Retail-Insider.com, offers the latest news coming out of International Council of Shopping Centers, as well as some early data from the Retail Council of Canada’s new shopping centre study. Later, he delves into the implications of Friday’s climate strike as B.C. retailers throw their support behind it. Then, Electron Communications c...

On BIV Today... Vincenzo Guzzo, aka Mr. Sunshine, the Quebec entrepreneur on CBC's Dragon's Den, waxes about family businesses, his hands-on management style, and the dynamics of the television show as it enters its 14th season. He is in conversation with Kirk LaPointe, BIV's editor-in-chief. See more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Are we finally ready for foldable phones and fake noises for our silent electric vehicles? The weekly BIV technology panel, featuring Gluu Technology Society’s Linda Fawcus and Electron Communications’ Matthew Klippenstein, debates these stories along with the palace intrigue surrounding the executive ranks at WeWork. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/ See...

On BIV Today... Co-host Hayley Woodin speaks to Wayne Garnons-Williams, senior lawyer and principal director of Garwill Law Professional Corp. Garnons-Williams is the recipient of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business award for excellence in Aboriginal relations. He joins the show to discuss his career, his award and what excellence in Aboriginal relations looks like in 2019.  See more...

On BIV Today... The Business Council of BC has measured our province's prosperity in a new index. Greg D'Avignon, president and CEO of the council, and Ken Peacock, its vice president and chief economist, talk about the implications of the report for BC in conversation with BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… BC CTO Award winner Owen Ingraham talks about his career and work in technology. The CTO of EasyMarkit was one of six chief technology, information and innovation officers recognized at BIV ’s inaugural BC CTO Awards on Wednesday, September 18. Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Don Garber, the commissioner of Major League Soccer (MLS), discusses his role, the league's presence, the challenging circumstances for the Whitecaps, and his views on World Cup in Vancouver. He is in conversation with BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… B.C.’s chief information officer of the year joins the show to talk about his career and innovation in health services. Barry Rivelis (2:12) – CIO, chief strategy officer and senior vice-president at Pacific Blue Cross – became one of EY Canada's youngest partners at the age of 31. He helped develop the vision for Telus Health, and is now leading innovation a...

On BIV Today... Loretta Davis, vice-president and chief information officer at Speedee Transport, is one of the recipients at this week’s BIV CTO awards. Ahead of the ceremony, she discusses her own career path and the ongoing confluence between technology and transportation. Then, Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson joins the show to discuss the differing fortunes of Lululemon and Roots...

On BIV Today... Dane Eitel of Eitel Insights joins the show to break down the latest real estate numbers from across the province and explain why buyers are now back in the game after being sidelined. The question now is whether there might be some temporary advantage for sellers. Tyler Orton hosts, see more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Twenty-five companies in B.C. have launched a new campaign to make workplaces more inclusive for people with disabilities. SAP Labs Canada’s Kirsten Sutton (1:38), the co-chair of the business organization leading this pledge, discusses how the Presidents Group plans to improve corporate culture on the West Coast. Then, Canadian Business Growth Fund CEO George Rossolatos (9:5...

On BIV Today, Startup Week looms in Vancouver, and it offers insight into the challenges and successes in early-stage businesses. Charlyne Fothergill, the director of career services at Lighthouse Labs, joins BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe for a conversation on how the sector recruits and retains talent. See more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... The BIV tech panel (1:53) featuring Gluu Technology Society’s Linda Fawcus and Electron Communications’ Matthew Klippenstein discuss the launch of the most important electric vehicle the world has seen yet, Kater’s plans to offer ride-hailing services throughout all of B.C. — not just Vancouver — and what Clio’s US$250 million capital raise means...

On BIV Today… The Greater Vancouver housing market as a whole is showing signs of balance, but pockets within it are seeing more or less activity. Jason Turcotte (2:38), vice-president of development at Cressey Development Group, joins the show to discuss the latest regional real estate figures. Developers are resorting to more creative ways of marketing their projects. Maxine Jakubke (13:1...

On BIV Today... Leaders are known for their commitment and persistence, but they can get stuck in their certainty and confidence and miss opportunities or misguide their organizations. A new book, The Unstuck Leader, examines how to cope with the executive challenge of performance in the knowledge era. Author Judy Sims, an executive-turned-coach, joins editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe to discuss her...

On BIV Today... Minister of International Trade Diversification Jim Carr discusses the federal government’s plan to boost exports and expand Canadian trade into new markets. Hayley Woodin hosts, see more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today... Mario Canseco, president of Researchco, joins BIV editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe to talk about the prospects for the parties, their leaders, and the issues they must address for the Oct. 21 election. See more at https://biv.com/ . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On BIV Today… The show’s weekly tech panel (2:18) tackles the tricky topic of digital identities, and how travellers need to rethink what digital information they choose to carry across borders.  Gluu Technology Society CEO Linda Fawcus and EasyMarkit CTO Owen Ingraham also discuss Apple’s apology over claims that it was spying with Siri, and the concept of social credit sy...

On BIV Today… Ciuriak Consulting has quantified some of the economic consequences of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement. Director and principal Dan Ciuriak discusses the potential impacts to the Canadian economy. For Canada, the agreement is marginally better than the alternative of no deal. Ciuriak also explains what he sees as symbolism behind what has been called NAFTA 2.0, but is notably...