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Scott is the Co-Founder and CEO of Scope AR, a Silicon Valley-based company specializing in using AR to solve some of the toughest problems that many industries face. But before he was making waves in the tech start-up capital of the world, Scott was born and raised right here in Alberta. So, what led to his decision to move to Silicon Valley? What do they have that Alberta doesn’t? Join me as Sco...

“Digital transformation” may be turning into a buzzword in Alberta, but it’s definitely a complex term with many meanings. And if you know one thing about this series it’s that I want to understand our digital transformation from every possible angle. So, when Lora and Craig reached out wanting to expose people to how they’re helping our organizations plan and implement transformational change, I...

Dan got his entrepreneurial start right here in Calgary making websites during the late 90’s. From there, he took part in the golden age of tech consulting in Calgary before growing an interest in product development. That’s when he and his like-minded partner packed up their laptops and moved to Silicon Valley to immersive themselves in the start-up culture. The result – Rallyteam, a platform tha...

Back in 2013, Cathy co-founded 42 Technologies, a modern business intelligence platform designed for omnichannel retailers that makes retail data simple, intuitive, and powerful. This was an exciting idea that quickly gained interest from potential investors and customers, but there was a small setback – they were all in the US, and 42 Technologies was based in Canada. So, Cathy and 42 moved to Sa...

Western Canada seems to be polarized lately. It’s either left versus right. Oil and gas or environmentalism. Us against them. Whichever side you’re on, it seems we’ve lost the ability to have a dialogue rather than a debate. So, how can we move forward without a clear consensus and direction? That's where my guests Dave and Robin, two professional facilitators, come in to shine a light on how we c...

Few have had a journey like Greg has. That is unless they also went from being an entrepreneur to a start-up founder, professor at the University of Calgary, leader of the Alberta Party, investor, and board member. Yet through the many hats Greg has worn during his career, one thing has never swayed – his deep-felt belief in the success of our city. So, who better to talk to about our transformati...

As a leader, business strategy coach, and board director, Lori brings 25+ years of hands-on experience in all aspects of business to the table. Her career as a strategic planner gives her a unique perspective on Calgary and our way forward. So, what’s her take on our transformation? It’s a two-sided coin that presents both opportunities and roadblocks, and we need to keep both in mind as we move f...

Jennifer is a champion for women and innovation, not only in Calgary but around the world. That’s how as Director of the Global Innovation Coalition for Change of UN Women with a deep network of female innovators, Jennifer was able to make Alberta the first pilot branch for UN Women called the SHEInnovates Alberta Chapter. As a way to showcase his exciting new partnership, SHEInnovates are hosting...

With a career in oil and gas that spans over 35 years, Ken has worked through many of Calgary’s highs-and-lows. Some of those lows are well-known and not worth reliving. But the highs are what Ken thinks back on the most; when brilliant, talented minds were pumping out countless innovations right here in our city. And it’s those kinds of minds we need to keep here to solve the problems we face tod...

They say the secret to success is to surround yourself with the right people. This could not be more true for me by working side-by-side with my partner-in-crime, Chad Kroeker. Not only is he my co-founder at clearmotive, Chad can rally anyone behind him with his authenticity and honesty, or, as he likes to put it, by being a vulnerable leader. Join me for a good old-fashioned chat with Chad as we...

From his early days as a cabinet maker to becoming a world leader in digital interior construction, Mogens’ career is founded on keeping up with innovation and, more importantly, with the times. So, did his adaptive instinct kick in back in March when the world practically shut down due to COVID-19? Of course it did, because for Mogens, you need to be a long-term thinker and be ready for anything...

As Co-Founder & CEO of AltaML, Cory is always bouncing between his offices in Edmonton and Calgary, working alongside his teams to conceptualize, develop and commercialize machine learning software products. Aside from a to-be-expected rivalry between Flames and Oilers fans, Cory sees a huge commonality between thought leaders, innovators, and shakers in each city. So, why isn't Alberta seen a...

Marketing has drastically changed because of COVID-19. We are constantly reminded by big brands that they are here for us and that we are, in fact, all in this together. But does that translate into leads and action from consumers? Or do our own biases still call the shots? Mark believes the latter and that marketers shouldn’t lose sight of it. Join me as Mark and I discuss marketing in this new a...

Joel has a unique perspective. He now lives in Calgary, but his work in technology has taken him around the world, giving him insight into how other countries view us. So, what is everyone saying? Canadian technology is as respected as any place else on Earth. While that’s certainly a reputation to be proud of, Joel believes there is still much to be done for us to prosper in the global marketplac...

When much of the workforce had to set up shop at home, thousands of post-secondary students were forced to replace their hands-on learning experience with virtual classrooms. While that’s certainly a big adjustment for both students and their teachers, Laura believes it’s the beginning of a total transformation in education and how we will continue to learn. Join me as Laura takes us through how t...

There’s a reason people call their big idea their brainchild. They, and they alone, know what’s best for it. Jaeson believes it’s that kind of mentality that causes so many great ideas to never come to life. Because the only way to turn that brainchild into a success story is to share it with the right people and get their take on it – especially if it might sting. In this episode, Jaeson talks ab...

These days, there are many discussions around environmental issues that give our Oil and Gas industry a bad rap. While it’s certainly anyone’s right to be passionate about the causes they support, Rick believes it’s important to scratch beneath the surface and look beyond social media. Because the more we learn about our innovations and international reputation as Oil & Gas leaders, the more w...

There’s a fine line between freelancers and entrepreneurs. One works hard for their money while the other works hard to set up systems that will make them money. While many of us put ourselves on either side of that fine line, Bobbie Racette walks it. Bobbie is the Founder and CEO of Virtual Gurus, an inclusive and diverse Talent as a Service Solution that matches its users with remote assistants...

Last November, TELUS Spark launched The Roadmap for the 2020s, a complete transformation of the Calgary Science Centre with a focus on unusual experiences. Then a very unusual experience happened – a global pandemic. For Mary Anne Moser, CEO of TELUS Spark, it wasn't time to pump the brakes on their plan. It was time to re-imagine their transformation. Join me as Mary Anne takes us behind the scen...

While many companies had to adapt to the COVID-19 crisis, Phil Alle went in a different direction. Along with a group of Calgary-based innovators, Phil formed Teser Technology and got to work designing the ACT™ (Advanced Cleaning Technology), a small but powerful U-V light sterilization unit that kills traces of COVID-19 on PPE equipment in under one minute. In this episode, Phil tells us how Tese...

With so many conversations revolving around our digital transformation, you may still be curious about the future of our oil and gas industry. My guest Grant Fagerheim, President & CEO of Whitecap Resources, might have the answers you’re looking for. As an industry-leading executive with a 40+ year career, Grant has seen many transformations in the oil and gas sector, making him one of the mos...

Connecting innovative technologies with established industries can be a bit like speed dating – neither is given enough time to understand each other. Luckily for them, my guest Kimberley Van Vliet, CEO of WāVv and ConvergX®, is a matchmaker of sorts. For the last 15 years, Kimberley has used her expertise to bridge the gap between multiple industries, from aerospace to oil & gas and even fash...

We can learn a lot from the agriculture industry. For an industry as old as the day is long, agriculture is full of innovation, cutting edge technologies, and an instinct to embrace new ways of thinking. That’s why my guest Wilson Acton, CCO of Verge and EVP of Whipcord, believes it's time for us to think more like AG when it comes to the digital transformation of our province.  Join me as Wilson...

Technology has enabled us to remain efficient and transparent as we work from home, with many businesses using technologies they wouldn't have considered using just a few months ago. Is this an opportunity for us to re-evaluate the ways we use new technologies outside the home office? My guest Phil Roberts, CEO of Payload, believes that is our silver lining during this crisis. In this episode, Phi...

The concept of cryptocurrencies isn’t new. But for many, it's still misunderstood. As cryptocurrencies continue to rise and be widely adopted as the way of the future, it's important that we don’t fall behind. Luckily for us, my guest Eric Kryski, CEO & Co-Founder of Bidali, is just the guy to clear things up. In this episode, Erik takes us on the journey of cryptocurrencies, how it has gone f...