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The concept of cryptocurrencies isn’t new. But for many, it's still misunderstood. As cryptocurrencies continue to rise and be widely adopted as the way of the future, it's important that we don’t fall behind. Luckily for us, my guest Eric Kryski, CEO & Co-Founder of Bidali, is just the guy to clear things up. In this episode, Erik takes us on the journey of cryptocurrencies, how it has gone from a niche concept to being seen by many as the future of money, and what that means for Calgary’s economic transformation.

Securing capital is what makes or breaks innovative start-ups. So, what's the secret to gaining the attention of would-be-investors? Cory believes it's creating a compelling digital experience rather than boasting future projections. As Founder and President of Creative Return, Cory has thrown out the old investor's playbook and has been helping companies hone their unique message that will make investors listen – and it's working. In this episode, Cory lets us in on his secrets of gaining financial investment and paints a picture of what securing capital might look like post-COVID.

For the past 20 years, Joanne has been living and breathing the technology ecosystem and the venture capitalist community in Silicon Valley. But before all that, Joanne was born-and-raised right here in Alberta, and she hasn’t forgotten about her roots. Which is why Joanne has been imparting her in-depth knowledge and expertise back to Canadian tech start-ups to elevate our innovators to the same caliber as those in the tech capital of the world. Join me as Joanne compares our start-up culture to that of Silicon Valley, what we've done right so far, and what needs to be done to transform our reputation to the world.

Alberta is full of innovators, disruptors, and full-fledged entrepreneurs that are transforming our technology sector. Yet, we’re still seen as the Oil and Gas province. How can that possibly be? Koleya Karringten, CEO and Co-Founder of Absolute Combustion, believes it’s from a lack of provincial leadership and support that’s causing our top talent to take their minds elsewhere. Join me as Koleya takes us through the highs and lows of her entrepreneurial journey and sheds a light on what we need to do to secure a brighter future for Calgary and Alberta.

Privilege is to learn about racism rather than experience it. That's why I am both privileged and honoured to be joined by Chido Mbavarira. As an Online Business Strategist, Chido helps new and seasoned coaches, consultants and experts sell their services online. But today, she gives me perspective on the prevalence of racism in our society, white privilege, and what it means to be a true ally for the black community. Join me, and most importantly, listen and learn during this heartfelt, deep and transparent conversation with Chido Mbavarira.

If this pandemic has proven one thing, it’s that you can buy just about anything online. So, what does this mean for small businesses that are up against big names like Amazon and Walmart? For my guest Jameela Ghann, it means it's time to create genuine user experiences with strategic digital marketing. As Founder of she[EMPOWERS], Jameela imparts her eCommerce and digital marketing expertise to local female entrepreneurs to help elevate their businesses – and she's here to give us a crash course.Join me as Jameela shares her experiences as a female entrepreneur in Calgary and the importance for small businesses to create unique customer experiences that the big names can't match.

Just about anyone can get their hands on some Bitcoin. Yet a lot of us are still trying to get a grasp on what it even is. Where does it come from? What is its value? Who controls it? Lucky for us, we have Adam O’Brien and his unbridled enthusiasm for Bitcoin to walk us through it. As Founder & CEO of Bitcoin Solutions, an online platform that facilitates the buying and selling of Bitcoin, Adam is working towards bringing Bitcoin into the larger mainstream in Canada and educating everyday people like us on its incredible value along the way. Join me for a refreshing and lively chat with Adam as he shares the benefits of this decentralized currency and why he believes everyone in the world should get their hands on some Bitcoin.

The future of robotics isn’t some global takeover like you see in the movies. It is, however, a future that sees many people losing their jobs to programmable robots. While this future of robotics won't happen overnight, my guest Dennis Kambeitz, Founder & CEO of robots.education, believes we need to start thinking about it now. In this episode, Dennis explains the evolution of robotics in the workforce and why we need to be ready for, as he puts it, the greatest workforce transition in the history of mankind.

Did a colleague ever ask you to set up a Zoom call last year? If so, not often. But in the face of the global crisis, online platforms have played a key role in the survival of our business operations. Does this mean there is an opportunity to integrate a platform-based economy into Calgary's transformation? My guest Ryan Gill, CEO and Co-Founder of Communo, believes there is. In this episode, Ryan and I discuss the opportunities of a platform-based economy through the lens of his company Communo, a work-model ecosystem that connects solopreneurs and creative advertising agencies.

Many B2C brands and companies had to quickly adapt to this crisis to be there for their customers and keep their businesses alive. But what about B2B marketing and sales? Are new products and services on the minds of business leaders when their main focus is to get through this crisis? This is where my guest Jeff Boyle, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Vintri Technologies Inc., clears the air for us. In this episode, Jeff and I discuss business development in the age of COVID-19 and what the world of B2B marketing and sales looks like during and on the other side of this crisis.