Innovation Alchemy

What does it take to create the conditions where innovation can truly thrive? For this special milestone 40th episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast, original co-host Adam Frye returns to join Adam Castle for a conversation about the people, partnerships, and purpose behind building a thriving innovation ecosystem. Drawing on years of conversations with founders, investors, researchers, and cha...

What if your DNA could help determine which medications work best for you? In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast, host Adam Castle sits down with Dr. Govindaraja (Raj) Atikukke, CEO and Founder of One Tenacity, to explore the rapidly evolving world of personalized medicine and genomics. From his early fascination with how a single cell develops into a human being, to building a CAP-acc...

In this episode of Innovation Alchemy, host Adam Castle sits down with Paul Brereton, Business Development and Commercialization Office from the University of Windsor, and researcher-entrepreneur Nick Vukotic, Assistant Professor and Industrial Research Chair at the University of Windsor, and Founder of Solid4m, to explore the messy reality of turning groundbreaking research into real-world innova...

Accessibility isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a catalyst for better innovation. In this episode of Innovation Alchemy, we dive into what accessibility really means, why it matters more than ever, and how entrepreneurs can start making meaningful changes today. Adam Castle is joined by co-host John-Marc Vachon, WEtech Alliance's Director of Marketing & Events; and accessibility experts and digital l...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Josipa Petrunic from Transit Rewards. Transit Rewards is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Ag...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Brittany Charlton from Chocovate Labs. Chocovate Labs is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Ag...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Colby Wu from Stratus Plastics. Stratus Plastics is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Agency...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Ranem Ghalion and Abdulkafi Ghalion from Adopli AI. Adopli AI is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Develo...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Taj Brah from Quotograph. Quotograph is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Julie Edwards and Kyla Bardwell from Storefront Stays. Storefront Stays is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Econo...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Tony Gale from Decades Developments. Decades Developments is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Developmen...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Bhwaya and Lina Rose from JSB Innovations. JSB Innovations is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Developme...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Shayan Shaygani from USpeak. USpeak is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Vedagya Bakshi and Jay Astik from Estare. Estare is one of 10 companies in Cohort 9 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Communitech, the government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Agency...

AI is everywhere — ChatGPT, copilots, agents, automation — but how much of it is actually delivering real value?   In this episode of Innovation Alchemy, we re-connect with University of Windsor alum and current Managing Director of AI at PwC in Calgary, Danielle Gifford, to cut through the hype and explore what AI is really doing inside organizations today, how teams can best leverage it, and whe...

Cybersecurity is no longer optional—it’s foundational. In this episode of Innovation Alchemy, we dive deep into the challenges founders face as they bring new products to market in an era of constant digital threats. From real-world SOC workflow insights to the crucial role of trust in early customer relationships, we explore how startups can embed cybersecurity from day one. Featuring members of...

What happens when tech companies, public servants, and grassroots creators unite to redefine a city's core? In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast, WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, leads a powerful round table conversation on Windsor’s downtown resurgence, where civic leaders and tech innovators make the case for getting in early on a new era...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast, WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks with Michael Del Ciancio of DC Farms, and Colby Wu of Stratus Plastics. From greenhouses to factory floors, this episode explores how innovation in agriculture and manufacturing is reshaping Windsor-Essex. Join DC Farms and Stratus Plastics as they share how tradit...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast, WEtech Alliance's Director of Venture Services and Partnerships, Adam Castle, talks construction tech with three firms in Windsor-Essex that are doing big things in building our region and tackling infrastructure and housing in different ways. Featuring: Sarah Cipkar of Resimate David Mill of Scelta Scott Fairley of Optimotive Learn more about how...

In this episode of the Innovation Alchemy podcast, Adam talks with three graduates of the i.d.e.a. Fund, Andrew Glover of Harbour Technologies, James Gibb of Affinity, and Vedagya Bakshi of Estare, about the state of manufacturing in Canada; where we can win; and where we're headed. Learn more about Harbour Technologies: https://www.harbour-tech.com/ Learn more about Affinity Outdoor Living: https...

In this episode, Adam talks with three alumni of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator - Picsume's Jordan Goure, DuroByte's Curtis Laurie, and IPM Scoutek's Carrie Izsak. The ScaleUP Accelerator is powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Invest WindsorEssex, City of Windsor, Communitech and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). Learn more about P...

In this episode, Adam talks with David, Averey and John from Scelta, one of 5 companies in Cohort 8 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Invest WindsorEssex, City of Windsor, Communitech and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). Powered by Scelta helps General Contractors automate the stuff they don’t...

In this episode, Adam talks with Kiko and Ming from MyHome Digital Dwelling & Hi-tech Inc., one of 5 companies in Cohort 8 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Invest WindsorEssex, City of Windsor, Communitech and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). The MyHome365 app is a comprehensive platform t...

In this episode, Adam talks with Khalid Saadeldin, Project Manager at Monerus, one of 5 companies in Cohort 8 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Invest WindsorEssex, City of Windsor, Communitech, the Government of Ontario, and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). Monerus, established in 2015, specia...

In this episode, Adam talks with Jacob, John and Phil from iDream Interactive, one of 5 companies in Cohort 8 of our award-winning ScaleUP Accelerator, powered by Libro Credit Union, in partnership with Invest WindsorEssex, City of Windsor, Communitech and the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). iDream Interactive, Windsor’s leading video game development stu...