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For the past 16 months we have come to rely on technology more than ever before. It allowed our economy to continue to move forward when the world stood still. But if you are expected to be “always on”, how can you sustain the work-life balance that almost all workers have come to enjoy? Employee engagement in the digital age requires creating a sustainable balance between work and life. Digital wellness is the answer - and Chido will help you understand what it is and how to apply it to your own business, whether you’re a leader or an employee.

When you think of Alberta, what comes to mind? For some tourists, it’s a negative perception of a place chock full of rich oil barons and pick-up trucks. But what makes the DNA of Alberta so spectacular are the experiences, the food, the people, the vistas. If you are curious how a well-executed story can bring alignment, investment, and pride to any industry or organization, Royce’s critical insights will help you achieve innovative results.

For over a decade, Jennie Gilbert has been at SAIT helping leaders navigate the changing world of work. A leading expert on the subject, Jennie supports business leaders with emotional intelligence so they can become more effective leaders. From psychological safety, adaptability, and relationship intelligence, Jennie helps you to understand the importance of having ‘soft skills' in your leadership team to get your team moving in the same direction.

The past fifteen months have been a catalyst for the future of work. In the face of uncertainty and fear, companies are embracing the prospect of virtual, remote workforces where employees can work from anywhere in the world. The rise of online working has brought with it new ways to retain and attract top talent, but also raised questions about how these new methods affect employee engagement.There’s no better person to walk us through than Rod Miller, CEO at CPHR Alberta. This association of chartered professional human resource professionals helps build strong organizations through people; which, Rod believes is the most high-value part of any company. Learn about what the pandemic has shown us and Rod’s thoughts on what the future of work looks like.

Rather than focusing on a du-jour technology solution for each customer, Robbie’s team at LaunchCode is working to be a nimble member of the Calgary tech ecosystem by providing high-quality technical education for motivated people. As a result, LaunchCode can help Calgarians get a new career in tech or help companies grow with fresh talent with a niche skillset. We explore how traditional development methods compare against considering an organization’s future roadmap, leading to better results. As CRO of LaunchCode, Robbie focuses on building revenue and examining opportunities. He explains the difference between Calgary’s tech ecosystem and the US, where LaunchCode also has an office. Being on the ground in both countries gives Robbie a unique perspective on critical differences. If you’re looking for an uplifting conversation on technology solutions, you’ve come to the right place.

Cleantech is a popular buzzword right now but to Melanie McClare, CEO of Swirltex, it’s more than that. It’s a path forward to measurably reduce our impact on the environment. She walks us through the challenge of finding the right investor that understands their space (hardware Cleantech) and why Melanie has to look south of our border to find that person. Alberta needs to foster more early adopters to help pilot technology to shorten the time frame of capital raising, and Melanie helps us understand how we have a critical opportunity to educate the investment community around diversification and keep wealth in our province. 

Alberta’s agriculture industry has always been a key pillar of the province’s economy — but it’s also in unprecedented growth mode right now. As Alberta’s oil and gas sector continues to take a hit, farmers are seeing an opportunity to gain more ground in the agricultural sector. Scott knows agricultural production in Alberta is growing — that’s why he works so hard to ensure that the technology used to produce high-quality, sustainable products is also growing. His team at UFA is working on extending the agricultural experience, and by reflecting on some sound advice he received early in his career, Scott knows how to continue making a name for UFA as an undisputed leader in agriculture.

Every business owner knows they need to leverage emerging and existing technologies to stay relevant, or they’ll go the way of the dodo. But with so many opinions and options available, how can an organization cut through the noise to find valuable solutions?John shares his wealth of knowledge and simplifies the technology conversation. Instead of getting lost in the weeds, John centers on simplicity to achieve vital results by creating an end goal, a vision, and a structure to deliver.  Listen to find out why John believes technology doesn’t need to be scary, why Alberta’s drive and energy to find a better way keeps him in this province, and why SAIT’s digital transformation encouraged John to work with them.

Lauryn Vaughn has learned plenty on her entrepreneurial journey. From an idea in her basement with some interns to a successful, sustainable consignment company, Lauryn has experienced each stage of the start-up journey. The Upside brings those with fabulous fashions they no longer want, and the buyers who want them, together on one platform for an easy and unique shopping experience. We enjoy a great conversation on building a circular economy in fashion, who your top champions are in your early business days, and what her experience was like trying to raise venture capital for The Upside. Listen to today’s episode to uncover critical insights for your VC rounds and how Calgary opens doors for entrepreneurs.

Without supply chain or logistics, our lives would look significantly different. It brings everything to us - from food on our tables to the cell phone you’re reading this on. Supply chain and logistics is a traditional industry, but innovators like Daniel leverage unique technologies to modernize the sector and make it easier to find a perfect match between shippers and carriers.Evotrux is building the next generation of the supply chain in Manitoba but creating an impact far beyond their borders. If you’re curious to learn about Evotrux’s unique technology and what the Winnipeg tech ecosystem looks like compared to Calgary’s, hit play and start listening!