

Collisions YYC
Tyler Chisholm
Tired of the same old news cycle? Get informed on what’s happening in businesses in Calgary, Alberta and beyond with Collisions YYC.
Tyler Chisholm hosts Alberta’s best and brightest minds who are shaping the very landscape of our province with their work in fields like Technology, FinTech, Energy, Healthcare, Education, AI, and more. Tyler’s inherent curiosity and exploratory style fuel candid conversations with the people who are driving change in our city, our province and the world.
Connect with us on social media:
https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
Tyler Chisholm hosts Alberta’s best and brightest minds who are shaping the very landscape of our province with their work in fields like Technology, FinTech, Energy, Healthcare, Education, AI, and more. Tyler’s inherent curiosity and exploratory style fuel candid conversations with the people who are driving change in our city, our province and the world.
Connect with us on social media:
https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
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Jul 25, 2023 • 51min
Mark Korthuis, Glenrose Hospital Foundation - Driving Technology & Innovation in Healthcare
Mark Korthuis, President and CEO of the Glenrose Foundation, challenges our understanding of how money is allocated towards improving society and sheds light on the lack of progress in areas like mental health, despite increased funding. He questions whether traditional approaches and alternative treatments like ketamine and psychedelics can truly solve the underlying issues. Join us as we delve into the world of Bitcoin and explore how it could potentially be a game-changer in reshaping our societal structures. Mark shares his thoughts on the repeated cycle of putting money into charities without seeing meaningful results and calls for a reevaluation of our goals and the role of charities in driving impactful change. You will also learn about their flagship program, the Brain to Communicate interface, and how it empowers patients with severe mobility or communication issues.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Mark Korthuis’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markkorthuisGlenrose Foundation’s Website: https://www.glenrosefoundation.comGlenrose Foundation’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/glenrose-rehabilitation-foundationGlenrose Foundation’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glenrosefoundationGlenrose Foundation’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glenrosefoundationGlenrose Foundation’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/glenrosefdnCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Jul 20, 2023 • 57min
Alkarim Devani, The Housing Crisis, Changing Lives & Building Dreams
Join us in this episode as we sit down with RNDSQR President and seasoned real estate developer, Alkarim Devani. Follow his transformative journey from residential real estate to inner city developments, fueled by a deep passion for design and architecture. Delve into the compelling story behind the birth of RNDSQR, a company instrumental in breathing new life into Calgary’s inner city with a blend of mixed-density properties. Engage in the discussions on the importance of respecting the land, disseminating historical city narratives, and harnessing technology for societal good. With Alkarim at the helm, we navigate through the importance of affordable housing for diverse age groups, the challenges he faces in advocating for this model, and his unyielding commitment to bringing stakeholders on board for accessible housing.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Alkarim Devani’s Website: https://www.alkarimdevani.comAlkarim Devani’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alkarim-devani-45964a24Alkarim Devani’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/DevaniAlkarimAlkarim Devani’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alkarimdRNDSQR’s Website: https://www.rndsqr.caRNDSQR’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calgary-food-bankRNDSQR’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rndsqr_RNDSQR’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rndsqrRNDSQR’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rndsqr_Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Jul 18, 2023 • 55min
Melissa From, The Calgary Food Bank - All you didn't know and need to!
Host Tyler Chisholm is joined by Melissa From, the CEO of the Calgary Food Bank. The conversation focuses on the positive impact of the Calvary Food Bank and the growing challenge of addressing food insecurity in the community. Melissa emphasizes volunteering, donating, and visiting the food bank’s website to support their work. They also discuss upcoming stampede season events as opportunities to give back to the community. Melissa shares their experience as a new CEO and their plans for improving the organization. They discuss the need to balance implementing changes while ensuring the continued operation of food distribution.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Melissa From’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-fromCalgary Food Bank’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calgary-food-bankCalgary Food Bank’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calgaryfoodbankCalgary Food Bank’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CalgaryFoodBankCalgary Food Bank’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/YYCFoodBankCalgary Food Bank’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/calgaryfoodbankCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Jul 13, 2023 • 36min
Taitt Geekie, Preparing our Youth for the Global Economy - A Boots on the Ground POV
As Taitt finds himself on the cusp of high school graduation, he possesses a wealth of insights into individuals’ pivotal choices regarding higher education and their subsequent career paths. From deciphering the crucial factors to consider when selecting the ideal company to work for, Taitt eagerly imparts his knowledge. Brace yourself for an inspiring journey that will embolden you to venture forth, fearlessly embracing every opportunity that crosses your path.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Taitt Geekie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taitt-geekie-48b984273JA Southern Alberta’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/junior-achievement-of-southern-albertaJA Southern Alberta’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasouthernalbertaJA Southern Alberta’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JASouthernAlbertaJA Southern Alberta’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/JASouthAlbertaJA Southern Alberta’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/JASouthAlbertaCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Jul 11, 2023 • 1h 8min
Erik Allan, How to Go From Enterprise to Entrepreneur
Tune in and discover how martial arts can unlock your greatest potential in life. Host Tyler Chisholm is joined by Budo Brothers Founder, Erik Allan, for an old fashioned chat on everything from hoodies and headlocks to building a brand and showing up in your business (even when you don't want to). This episode will inspire you to chase every crazy idea you've had, because you never know when success will find you.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Budo Brothers’ Website: https://www.budobrothers.comBudo Brothers’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/budo-brothersBudo Brothers’ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/budobrothersBudo Brothers’ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BudoBrothersBudo Brothers’ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BudoBrosBudo Brothers’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/budobrothersErik Allan’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-allan-a9b05350Erik Allan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erik_allan

Jul 6, 2023 • 58min
Nannette Ho-Covernton, Innovation, Sustainability & Building Mentorship Culture
Tune in to learn about innovation and industrial automation with special guest Nannette Ho-Covernton. Nannette shares her positive experience at Spartan Controls and discusses the importance of understanding what can be achieved during one’s time at a company. Throughout the episode, Nannette mentions her commitment to making a lasting impact in the energy industry and wants Calgary, Alberta, Canada, to be the poster child for the energy sector. She notes that people are starting to notice the cool things happening in Alberta and wants to continue to promote our innovative approach to business.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Spartan Control’s Website: https://www.spartancontrols.comSpartan Control’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spartan-controlsSpartan Control’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkO-f_nto0RImqEQbcUNyZQSpartan Control’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpartanControlsNannette Ho-Covernton’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nannette-ho-covernton-169aa217Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Jul 5, 2023 • 41min
Current & Critical - Albert Lee, Orphan wells in Alberta and building technology to manage them
On this episode, host Tyler Chisholm sits down with Albert Lee from Closure Liability Management, a well-site assessment company in the energy sector. They discuss various topics, including the uncertainty surrounding the ultimate reserve life of shale developments and the potential for technological advancements to increase their value. They also explore the importance of hoarding valuable resources and the role of Closure Liability in managing reserve companies’ worth and planning for declines and exits.The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving. Visit their website to learn more: https://www.givesome.orgWe’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyycLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yycWebsite: https://www.collisionsyyc.comThank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.Host links:Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholmTyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholmGuest links:Closure Liability Management’s Website: https://www.closurelm.comClosure Liability Management’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/closure-liability-management/Albert Lee’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albertkleeCollisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Jun 29, 2023 • 50min
Follow the Money - Teruel A. Carrasco, Venture Capital - How to Create Value at Scale
In this episode, gain an insider’s perspective on early-stage investing and the current economic cycle with Venture Capitalist Teruel A. Carrasco. As Venture Partner at Tangible Venture Partners Inc., Teruel brings a wealth of investment insights to the episode. You’ll gain clarity on the current economic cycle’s impact on early-stage investing and the importance of collaboration between investors to reduce risk and accelerate innovation.Investing with purpose requires high emotional intelligence to balance the needs and interests of multiple partners. From the founder who is passionate about their product’s commercialization to corporate partners who have their sights set on innovating, VC firms and the ecosystems they work within need to guide each other to create something interesting by fostering an insular ecosystem. Teruel also explores the key differences in competitive VC regions such as Silicon Valley and how homegrown opportunities stack up. Whether you’re seeking funding or just want to keep abreast of the trends, this episode is a must-listen!

Jun 28, 2023 • 48min
Current & Critical - Bobbie Racette, Building a Tech Start-up that Changes Lives (what it really takes)
In this episode, welcome Bobbie Racette, Founder of Virtual Gurus, back to the show to discuss the competitive world of virtual talent, the highs and lows of raising funds, as well as Bobbie’s leadership journey. She explains the lessons learned from growing her company from 2 employees to 50, emphasizing the need for strong leadership when scaling up. She also talks about finding the right partner for developing proprietary technology as a non-technical founder and how Virtual Gurus takes a different approach to its talent than other firms. This episode will inspire you to take bold risks and get comfortable with failure.Virtual Gurus’ mission is far from ordinary - it’s a transformative force that provides dignity and empowerment to those who often face barriers to employment. In her unwavering pursuit, Bobbie challenges biased hiring practices and champions individuals navigating challenging life circumstances. Many insights have emerged through her groundbreaking approach of integrating self-identifying markers into their first-party data and technology. An unexpected revelation has been a surge of interest from men in administrative roles, traditionally dominated by women. Bobbie’s vision is not just about breaking down gender barriers but also about redefining societal norms, allowing individuals to flourish in diverse roles. Despite her remarkable accomplishments - raising an astounding $9.2M, fostering a thriving team of 50 in a vibrant downtown office, and providing livelihoods to over 1,000 marginalized virtual assistants - Bobbie still grapples with imposter syndrome. Discover where technology and purpose converge, leading to triumphs for employers embracing virtual talent and the remarkable individuals driving this organization.

Jun 27, 2023 • 1h
Current & Critical - Terry Rock, Building a Fast Moving Start-up Ecosystem
In this episode, Terry Rock rejoins the show to provide an update on what Platform Calgary is up to since his last appearance in December 2019. Platform Calgary is on a mission to create a front door to Calgary’s innovation ecosystem by driving faster connections between talent, ideas and capital. By facilitating these connections and removing barriers, Calgary-based businesses will have greater access to many of the tools they need to succeed, scale and flourish. Founders are drowning in options to grow their business and spending time trying to put together fragments into a cohesive strategy can take a toll — and reduce the time a Founder can spend in their business. Terry explains how it takes a village to raise a business, and building a community space where the village can come together is crucial to long-term, sustainable success. Discover how to build an ecosystem with partnerships and how to determine the key performance indicators for measuring its effectiveness, along with key insights into how Platform Calgary can help your start-up to scale up more efficiently.