Not So Average

On the final 2024 episode of Not So Average , we sit down with Jennifer Aubin , a trailblazer in Calgary’s tech and startup scene with over 25 years of experience in people and culture. Jennifer’s career spans impressive milestones, from her early days at the University of Calgary’s Olympic Oval to co-founding her own HR SaaS venture and serving as Chief People and Culture Officer at Attabotics du...

In this episode of the Not So Average podcast, host Alistair Shipley sits down with Zac Hartley , a Mount Royal University alumnus and multi-faceted entrepreneur. Zac shares his journey from early entrepreneurial stumbles to landing a spot on Dragons' Den with his company Burgundy Oak, and even running for Calgary’s mayor. Now, Zac focuses on finance education through his social media platforms an...

In this episode of Not So Avg , we sit down with entrepreneur Derek Rucki to explore his journey from top junior golfer to successful business founder. Derek shares his experiences launching TLink Golf and Inspired Go, highlighting the resilience needed to navigate challenges like the closure of TLink Golf. We discuss the power of personal habits, routines, and genuine human connections in achievi...

Welcome to 'Not So Average ', the podcast that celebrates the extraordinary stories of everyday people. Here, we believe that success doesn’t have to come from fame or fortune to be inspiring. In each episode, we engage in candid conversations with community shakers, like pilot and content creator Evan Luft, who joins us for our very first episode. 🎙️✈️ Evan’s journey is a perfect example of findi...

Hi, I’m Alistair—a world traveler, entrepreneur, and someone who’s never been afraid to take the road less traveled. From diving into tech in San Francisco to working with bison, running restaurants, and now helping lead one of Canada’s largest residential solar companies, I’ve learned that success isn’t a straight line. It’s about finding purpose in the unexpected and growth in the challenges. Th...