BIV Today

Vancouver-based software firm Galvanize made waves earlier this year when it was acquired by New York’s Diligent Corp. for US$1 billion. Long-time exec — and newly promoted CEO — Dan Zitting joins BIV Today to talk about the transition and the company’s continued growth. Tyler Orton hosts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the latest episode of BIV Today, MNP licensed insolvency trustee Linda Paul discusses the latest MNP Consumer Debt Index. Findings show that nearly half of British Columbians are doubtful they can cover upcoming expenses without additional debt, and about a third consider themselves 'house poor.' BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Cohen, CEO of the retail chain, and Colin Bosa, CEO of the development firm, are working together to build a rental housing, retail and recreational complex to replace the flagship Army & Navy store bridging Gastown and the Downtown Eastside. Lots of work is ahead, but they talk about their vision for the project with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe.  See omnystudio...

On this episode of EDI on BIV, Trish Mandewo, president and founder of Synergy Executive and Boards Consulting Group, discusses how to close the diversity gap on corporate and non-profit boards, and in executive leadership ranks. Chantelle Krish, a strategic advisor on advocacy, equity and communications, joins BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin as a co-host. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Rick Comeau, general manager of Abbotsford Centre, joins BIV Today to discuss how the arena’s first sporting event went last week as well as plans for bringing back concerts and facilitating the Abbotsford Canucks AHL team. Things will be a little different as the province still grapples with the pandemic but Comeau is optimistic that audiences are excited to return to live events. Tyler Ort...

On this episode of BIV Today, BDO Canada's leader of forensic commercial insurance services Chetan Sehgal discusses the insurance impact of wildfires and other climate-related events. He shares what companies can do to ensure they are covered and prepared for when an event impacts their business. BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Polls indicate the Tory national leader has an uphill climb to win an election expected within weeks. He discusses his public image, the main issues, his opponent, and what he has learned about himself in leading the party. He is in conversation with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join BIV and 10 prominent Indigenous leaders for a live virtual discussion on economic reconciliation. The event marks National Indigenous Peoples Day and celebrates the launch of BIV's inaugural Indigenous business magazine, Mákook pi Sélim. Hear directly from 10 business leaders, advocates and community builders as they each lay out their vision for economic reconciliation in Briti...

Jamie Millar-Dixon is an inclusive workforce consultant with BC Partners in Workforce Innovation. She dispels some of the myths that exist around hiring people with disabilities, and covers the economic benefits of building a team that embrace diverse abilities. Vivian Chan, co-chair of Vancouver Startup Week and director of national operations at YELL Canada, joins BIV executive editor Hayley Woo...

LGBT+ businesses face discrimination in Canada, even in the big cities. A recent Deloitte study for Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce chronicles the challenges that remain. Darrell Schuurman, the chamber’s CEO, discusses the findings with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Lee, the Vancouver-Langara MLA, surprised many in finishing second in the 2018 BC Liberal leadership race as a rookie politician. He hopes to build on that finish in securing the job in his second leadership run. He discusses his ideas and values with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Val Litwin, the business leader and past CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, is the outsider candidate entering the BC Liberal leadership campaign. He discusses his ideas and values with BIV publisher and editor-in-chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join BIV and 10 prominent Indigenous leaders for a live virtual discussion on economic reconciliation. The event marks National Indigenous Peoples Day and celebrates the launch of BIV's inaugural Indigenous business magazine, Mákook pi Sélim. Hear directly from 10 business leaders, advocates and community builders as they each lay out their vision for economic reconciliation in Briti...

BIV's Indigenous Business Leadership Series features conversations about Indigenous engagement, reconciliation and entrepreneurship. In this episode, former Tsawwassen First Nation Chief Kim Baird – consultant, board director and chancellor of Kwantlen Polytechnic University – discusses leadership, economic development, politics and education. Chastity Davis-Alphonse, founder of Chasti...

BIV's Indigenous Business Leadership Series features conversations about Indigenous engagement, reconciliation and entrepreneurship. In this episode, Haisla Nation Chief Councillor Crystal Smith discusses economic development, and her growth and achievements in politics. Chastity Davis-Alphonse, founder of Chastity Davis Consulting, joins BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin as a co-host.  See...

BIV's Indigenous Business Leadership Series features conversations about Indigenous engagement, reconciliation and entrepreneurship. In this episode, sponsored by GCT Canada, serial entrepreneur Steven Stark – owner and CEO of Tsawwassen Shuttlers Inc. (TSI) – discusses his journey in entrepreneurship and resiliency in business. Chastity Davis-Alphonse, founder of Chastity Davis Consul...

BIV's Indigenous Business Leadership Series features conversations about Indigenous engagement, reconciliation and entrepreneurship. In this episode, sponsored by FortisBC, Roger Dall'Antonia – president and CEO of FortisBC – discusses the company's work with Indigenous communities and work on its Progressive Aboriginal Relations certification. Chastity Davis-Alphonse, founder of Chast...

Jayson Myers is the CEO of NGen, the non-profit leading the country’s next-generation manufacturing supercluster. He joins BIV Today to discuss efforts to reimagine manufacturing Canada, how to draw in younger workers and why B.C. is leading the way in robotics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New survey results from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade reveal somewhat diverging paths in the province’s recovery. CEO Bridgitte Anderson joins BIV Today to discuss the state of B.C.’s reopening.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the third of three parts examining the PwC annual CEO survey on their perspectives and practices, the CEO of Vancity Savings Credit Union, Christine Bergeron, and Mike Harris, Chair of the Board of PwC Canada, and its National ESG and Net Zero Leader and BC Region Risk Leader look at the role for CEOs to catch up to the climate change challenge as part of the leadership strategies. They are in...

It's Pride month. Colin Druhan, executive director with Pride at Work Canada, discusses the organization's workplace audit, which allows Canadian employers to assess how they support and include LGBTQ2+ professionals. He also discusses the barriers to employment and advancement faced by members of the LGBTQ2+ community. Chantelle Krish, director of communications, programs and outreach w...

In the second of three parts examining the PwC annual CEO survey on their perspectives and practices, the CEO of WELL Health, Hamed Shahbazi, and the PwC BC Cyber Security Leader Alvin Madar, look at the rise of cybersecurity concerns in the new digital world that features extensive remote work. They are in conversation with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/liste...

In the first of three parts examining the PwC annual CEO survey on their perspectives and practices, the CEO of YVR airport, Tamara Vrooman, and PwC partner & BC Assurance Leader Kate Furber discuss the optimism and opportunities for business leaders about growth and their workforce strategies. They are in conversation with BIV publisher and editor in chief Kirk LaPointe. See omnystudio.com/li...

Non-fungible tokens — or NFTs — have exploded over the past year as people look to digitize ownership over everything ranging from art to sports highlights. Kris Constable, CEO of B.C.-based CoinOS, joins BIV Today to discuss what’s in store as more people jump on board.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Gideon Mordecai, a post-doctoral fellow at the University of British Columbia, discusses a recent study that links a fish farm virus to wild salmon stocks. He discusses how researchers examined the issue, and what the study found. BIV executive editor Hayley Woodin hosts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.