Deborah Yedlin, Brains, Business, and Belonging: Unpacking the Calgary Advantage

In this episode, host Tyler Chisholm sits down with Deborah Yedlin for the 500th episode of Collisions YYC. This milestone conversation unpacks Calgary’s growth, challenges, and future. With a career spanning journalism, education, and business leadership, Deborah brings a rare blend of insight and candour to this milestone episode. Together, they explore how Calgary’s past downturns built the foundation for today’s economic resilience, how the city navigates downtown revitalization, and why education and local procurement must be considered strategic investments. Deborah also shares why Calgary’s entrepreneurial spirit and intentional collaboration are key to sustaining momentum across all sectors.

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Host links:

Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com

Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm

Guest links:

Deborah Yedlin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-yedlin-38552a4a

Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s Website: https://www.calgarychamber.com

Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calgary-chamber-of-commerce

Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CalgaryChamber

Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calgarychamber

Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/CalgaryChamber

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