BCA Podcasts
Business Council of Alberta
C-Suite Unplugged: Real leaders. Real stories.
C-Suite Unplugged features Alberta's top business leaders sharing how they got to the top, what drives them, and the personal experiences that shaped their career paths. Go beyond the boardroom to get an inside look at the people behind the title and what it really means to lead.
The Brief: What can business, government, and Albertans do—together—to make life better?
The Brief explores exactly that question through examining the biggest issues impacting life in this province. From economic trends and policy shifts to social challenges and community well-being, each episode offers clear analysis and fresh insight to help you stay informed.
New episodes drop every other Tuesday.
C-Suite Unplugged features Alberta's top business leaders sharing how they got to the top, what drives them, and the personal experiences that shaped their career paths. Go beyond the boardroom to get an inside look at the people behind the title and what it really means to lead.
The Brief: What can business, government, and Albertans do—together—to make life better?
The Brief explores exactly that question through examining the biggest issues impacting life in this province. From economic trends and policy shifts to social challenges and community well-being, each episode offers clear analysis and fresh insight to help you stay informed.
New episodes drop every other Tuesday.
Episodes
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Sep 14, 2021 • 52min
C-Suite Unplugged: Trent Fequet, President & CEO, Steel River Group
From a small, remote community to now running one of the fastest growing start ups, Trent Fequet's journey into entrepreneurship and leadership is as unique as it is inspiring. 12 years ago, Trent had an idea. This idea would put people at the centre of doing business. And in 2017, this idea became reality, and Steel River Group was founded. Trent joins Adam Legge to talk about his unique leadership journey, the inspiration behind his unique business model, and why he chooses to focus on what connects us people.
Aug 31, 2021 • 45min
The Brief: Innovation in Canada with Jim Balsillie, former Chairman & Co-CEO of Research in Motion (Blackberry); Co-Founder & Chair of the Council of Canadian Innovators
As the rise in innovation and digital transformation continues to sharpen our focus on the intangible economy, what is Canada doing to invest in and support its community of innovators? Jim Balsillie, a leading expert in innovation, joins the show to explore this question and more.
Aug 17, 2021 • 44min
The Energy Evolution: Alberta's Opportunity in Geothermal
Geothermal energy might be experiencing a renaissance these days. An industry that is over 100 years old has experienced relatively slow growth; however, with new technologies and innovations hitting the market, companies like Alberta-based Eavor Technologies, are unearthing the potential and opportunity of this hot and sustainable source of energy. John Redfern, President & CEO of Eavor Technologies talks about the state of geothermal today and how its unique technology can harness the heat of the earth to provide a clean, sustainable source of energy.
Aug 3, 2021 • 31min
The Brief: Long-Term Unemployment in Alberta with Michele Evans, ADM, Labour & Immigration, Alberta Government
High unemployment has not been synonymous with Alberta's labour market for many decades; however, a couple oil price crashes and a global pandemic has changed this story. Today, Alberta has the highest long-term unemployment rate in the country. To explore this challenge and its possible solutions, we invited Michele Evans, Assistant Deputy Minister for the Workforce Strategies Division at the Government of Alberta's Labour & Immigration Ministry to talk about it.
Jul 20, 2021 • 52min
C-Suite Unplugged: Wayne Arsenault, President & CEO, Big Rock Brewery
Just in time for summer, Big Rock Brewery President & CEO Wayne Arsenault joins Adam Legge on this C-Suite Unplugged episode of AlbertaBETTER. Hear the story of this iconic Alberta brand, the inspiration behind the names of their products, and how they started the craft beer boom in Calgary. And if you're an aspiring leader, Wayne has some good stories and advice for you. This episode is best enjoyed with a Big Rock beverage!
Jun 30, 2021 • 54min
The Brief: Unlocking the Modern Indigenous Economy with Chief Billy Morin of Enoch Cree Nation
With entrepreneurship skyrocketing within Indigenous communities, the modern Indigenous economy holds a tremendous amount of opportunity. Chief Billy Morin, of the Enoch Cree Nation, is a leader with a passion for entrepreneurship and business and has been at the forefront of creating opportunity for the Enoch Cree community. On this episode, Chief Morin shares his passion for business and economic development, along with his story to becoming Chief, and practical ways to advance reconciliation in Canada.
Jun 22, 2021 • 53min
C-Suite Unplugged: Brent Hesje, CEO, Fountain Tire
From a double bay garage in Wainwright, Alberta to locations across Canada, Fountain Tire is a true Alberta success story. Brent Hesje, CEO of Fountain Tire, shares the story of this 65-year-old company, how he came to be CEO, and his outlook on the future of the sector and of Alberta.
Jun 8, 2021 • 32min
The Energy Evolution: Alberta's Opportunity in Lithium
Lithium—it's something you use every day but likely never think about it. However, without it, we couldn't power our smart phones, electronics, or even our vehicles. On this episode of The Energy Evolution, Kelly Krahulic, VP, Technology & Innovation at Summit Nanotech discusses a pioneering technology to extract lithium, why this innovation is key to meeting increasing global demand, and the important role that Alberta has to play in this emerging field.
May 25, 2021 • 57min
C-Suite Unplugged: Alex Pourbaix, President & CEO of Cenovus
From lawyer to CEO of one of the biggest energy companies in Canada, Alex Pourbaix, President & CEO of Cenovus, stands out in a space predominantly led by engineers and geologists. And his unconventional background for energy CEO and quick rise to the top job may just be the secret sauce of his leadership. On this episode of C-Suite Unplugged, an AlbertaBETTER podcast series, Alex shares about his journey to CEO, details behind the Cenovus/Husky merger, and why ESG is so important to him.
May 11, 2021 • 47min
Building Resilience Amid Uncertainty—The State of Mental Health in Alberta
As the economic impact of COVID appears to be waning, the mental health impact is a growing concern. On this episode, Dr. Robbie Babins-Wagner returns for an updated look at the impact of one year of living with a pandemic has had on our mental health. She also discusses where there are signs of optimism and opportunity within the uncertainty and the key roles that business leaders and economic recovery have in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of Albertans.
