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Collisions YYC

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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.

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Current & Critical - Lynette Tremblay, Invest Alberta - Creating Reach & Impact

May 10, 2022 18:47 - 57 minutes - 65.9 MB

Attracting investors to Alberta hasn’t been easy. With Toronto and Vancouver, it’s not always the first choice for key investments. That’s why the government of Alberta created Invest Alberta - a Crown corporation. From hydrogen to agriculture, aerospace to FinTech, Invest Alberta has brought billions of dollars and thousands of jobs to our province. Find out how they are working to attract new jobs and industries in Alberta that can not only keep us competitive but how they’ll keep...

Current & Critical - Brad Parry, Calgary Economic Development - Scale Ups, Patient Capital and Game Theory

May 05, 2022 15:15 - 38 minutes - 43.8 MB

Far from the one-trick-pony some may consider Calgary to be, Brad will help demonstrate just how innovative, competitive and collaborative Calgary is. From our glory days as a top energy producer, our workforce has the capital and the know-how to get things done. Our city is working hard to transform its global reputation with thoughtful storytelling and brand architecture to continue to support and drive the entrepreneurs that make Calgary the best place in the world to own and ope...

Follow the Money - Brian Boulanger, Investing in Energy Transition

May 02, 2022 18:21 - 36 minutes - 41.8 MB

With over 9 funds, $6BN of capital and 180+ investments, ARC Financial knows plenty about investing in the energy sector. Brian recognizes that what has historically worked needs to be tweaked to greet the new future of energy. Get up to speed on where Alberta can create significant change (hint: carbon capture and low carbon are going to be huge), Brian’s take on deal flow, and how traditional oil and gas businesses will be the backbone of our energy transition plans now and in the...

Current & Critical - Amber Griffith, Axis Connects - Advancing Women in Calgary

April 29, 2022 14:32 - 49 minutes - 56.4 MB

While working on her Master’s Thesis on the topic of legislating gender parity on corporate board of directors, Amber realized that gender parity is a slow burn to advancement. She has dedicated her professional career to advancing women and the role of Executive Director at Axis Connects was a natural next step. There, she has the opportunity to connect organizations working in the space to take more meaningful steps to solving gender parity issues. Tune in to learn about their ann...

Current & Critical - Sabrina Sullivan, Predicting the Future - A super power we can all have

April 28, 2022 15:01 - 49 minutes - 56.2 MB

Whether you wonder what the future of work looks like for you or the next generations, Futurist Sabrina Sullivan will help you get excited and inspired by the changes coming. What is a Futurist? They help systematically explore predictions and possibilities for the future and how they can emerge. She’ll help explain how digital transformation in education ensures students understand what markets they will need to fill and then match their future of learning to those markets. Sabrina...

Follow the Money - Zack Storms and Tim Lynn, Building our Venture Community & Supporting Start-ups

April 26, 2022 19:20 - 44 minutes - 50.4 MB

At marquee events in Saskatchewan and Alberta, Zack and Tim have helped hundreds of Prairie start-ups have fun, make connections and build companies. Their Investment Summit allow local start-ups to get in front of investors, while simultaneously training and introducing new investors to the ecosystem. Their combined knowledge will give you a snapshot into the Prairie start-up and investment opportunities, and their optimistic outlook will have you itching to get involved.

Follow the Money - Sandi Gilbert, Generational Investing in Western Canada

April 21, 2022 13:59 - 40 minutes - 46.1 MB

It feels like our province is on the cusp of a new era, and creating the right atmosphere and ecosystem will help Alberta rebuild, innovate, and reimagine its economy. Sandi understands that entrepreneurs and their giving mindsets have played a huge role in this. Learn about the entrepreneurial community in Alberta, and how scrappy Alberta start-ups have transformed in recent years. Find out more about the founders who led those companies to success, and what you can learn from them...

Current & Critical - Sam Friley, Survival - A Story of Small Business in Calgary

April 20, 2022 16:55 - 36 minutes - 41.3 MB

Buttermilk Fine Waffles had a few brick and mortar locations downtown Calgary, but ongoing major construction and recessions created economic pressure on Sam and his dream. He knows that the idea of never giving up is great, but that sometimes you need to know when to call it off. When COVID hit, his business had to pivot. Instead of giving up on the entrepreneurial life or his dream, he simply began packaging his mix into 500g bags and selling them in stores, such as Blush Lane, an...

Follow the Money - Wilson Acton, The Birth of a Pre-Seed Fund

April 19, 2022 15:42 - 48 minutes - 55.3 MB

Wilson is no stranger to innovative ideas. When he shared his ideas in Alberta, everyone told him and his team they were crazy; but when they took their idea out further, they were told to build it! A seasoned entrepreneur, and new fund creator (Tall Grass Ventures), Wilson Acton shares his experiences founding multiple companies, as well as what he’s learned by observing Alberta’s investment landscape.

Current & Critical - Jason McFadden, Digital Transformation - A conversation on what it means and why it matters

April 14, 2022 18:18 - 44 minutes - 50.8 MB

Innovative growth may as well be Jason’s middle name. With decades of experience guiding organizations as they work to innovate, grow, adapt, and change, he’s got loads of insights to share. He will inspire you to examine your organization and find ways to improve. Learn about cloud-native solutions, future-ready approaches, and some current examples of companies revolutionizing a need or industry with their innovative approach.

Follow the Money - Al-Karim Khimji, The real-life story of a PropTech start-up in YYC

April 12, 2022 19:05 - 57 minutes - 65.7 MB

Al-Kharim feels encouraged by what he’s seeing in Alberta’s investment ecosystem. Silicon Valley’s influence over digital technologies and our oil-rich status has led to an influx of money into technology, transforming our economy and making a huge difference. In this episode, you will gain insight into Al-Kharim’s fundraising process, starting with friends and family.

Current & Critical - Brent Smith, Growing Wealth - A non-traditional approach Part 2

April 07, 2022 16:31 - 53 minutes - 60.9 MB

Kinsted Wealth is a Canadian financial institution, specializing in non-public investments. In the current investing landscape, the most profitable investments have shifted to private credit and debt – and Kinsted Wealth has adapted accordingly. Brent Smith, the company’s Chief Financial Officer, understands these new investment opportunities and what they can do for investors of all kinds.

Follow the Money - Mark Mitchell, Creating Responsive Funding Models

April 05, 2022 19:46 - 34 minutes - 39.9 MB

Mark is a focused man - he speaks fluent Mandarin, holds two Master’s degrees, and is a Principal at a global investment and advisory network here in Alberta - Red Thread Ventures. In this new era, your business needs to be focused more than ever before - and Mark is here to help you. Recently, Mark become dedicated to the idea of strategic connections over deal flow. This episode offers advice on how to do that, explains the difference between angel investing and traditional invest...

E220 Current & Critical - Alex Sarian, Arts Commons - Why Civic Pride, Downtown Revitalization and Inclusion are driving our new identity

April 01, 2022 15:58 - 1 hour - 91.8 MB

The Arts have a huge economic impact on a city, and Alex knows this better than anyone. He shares the goal for Calgary’s Arts Commons and what that means for our city as a whole. He talks about the $450M construction project and how it will transform Arts Commons by being the single largest cultural infrastructure project in recent Canadian history. This project will make the arts more accessible to all Calgarians, and help put Calgary on the map in the way we’ve always wanted it to...

Current & Critical - Alex Sarian, Arts Commons - Why Civic Pride, Downtown Revitalization and Inclusion are driving our new identity

April 01, 2022 15:58 - 1 hour - 91.8 MB

The Arts have a huge economic impact on a city, and Alex knows this better than anyone. He shares the goal for Calgary’s Arts Commons and what that means for our city as a whole. He talks about the $450M construction project and how it will transform Arts Commons by being the single largest cultural infrastructure project in recent Canadian history. This project will make the arts more accessible to all Calgarians, and help put Calgary on the map in the way we’ve always wanted it to...

Current & Critical - Mark Gasparotto, The War in Ukraine - A Discussion to Help Understand the Conflict

March 30, 2022 15:51 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

Over the course of his decorated military service, Mark has become a leading expert on developing leaders and teams and applying their use in conflict. Now, he’s using this knowledge to help organizations lead personnel and team transformations at The Gasparotto Group. With his extensive military experience, he is also qualified to help explain the recent war between Russia and Ukraine. Find out more about the origins of Russia, Putin’s geopolitical desires, and how military experts...

Follow the Money - Bryan Slauko, How the Mega-Deal is Killing Seed and Pre-Seed Investing in Alberta

March 28, 2022 18:44 - 1 hour - 69 MB

Bryan shares why private funds are a worthwhile way to invest. Why? Because they offer the same benefits of a mutual fund, just with more diversification and ownership. He also explains why investing with purpose is not just the right thing to do, it’s also good business. It leads to higher performing founders, teams and companies — and ultimately a stronger return. Find out about Alberta’s venture capital fund landscape and how we can make it even more competitive.

Current & Critical - Greg Guderyan, Your Health - Gaining Access & Control

March 23, 2022 13:37 - 45 minutes - 52.2 MB

Misfortune can strike at any moment and no one is immune. When it does, people think, “How am I going to get through this?” One way is to have comprehensive insurance. Holding insurance can give you the opportunity to have a new lease on life, should you need it, and protection when the unexpected occurs. We’re fortunate that Canada has incredible public healthcare but privatizing certain aspects of care can create significant benefits, as Greg will explain. Greg’s experience will h...

Current & Critical - Theresa Smith, YYC DataCon - Coming to Calgary Mar 25/26

March 21, 2022 15:06 - 14 minutes - 16.9 MB

Calgary is a technology leader in many areas and the YYC Data Society proves that data is one of those areas in which our city excels. The sector would benefit from being put more ‘on the map’, so the YYC Data Society created a fun conference where anyone can come learn, regardless of their level of expertise. Find out how Calgary can be a global leader in data science.

Current & Critical - Steve Liang, Internet of Things, Tech Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Alberta

March 16, 2022 17:38 - 48 minutes - 55.1 MB

The Internet of Things has the capabilities to improve industries as wide-ranging as firefighting to oil and gas to HVAC. Alberta is a primary hub of IoT development thanks to ecosystems like Alberta IoT, and Dr. Liang shares his insights into this burgeoning industry. He spent half a year in Silicon Valley learning from experts and bringing that back to his work in Alberta. Learn how IoT and Alberta’s high tech workforce are building the next generation of industries in our backyar...

Current & Critical - Rick Green, Planning your Future Wealth & Health

March 10, 2022 15:49 - 54 minutes - 61.9 MB

Planning your wealth is a very personal process based largely on what you value. Some people prefer to enjoy their money today, while others are more focused on saving for tomorrow. This is why it’s important to make your decisions from a place of knowing what you value. It will help ensure that you have the right plan in place. Rick’s team at Sagium does just that. Learn how a values-based approach to wealth and health planning can give you a competitive edge.

Current & Critical - Jennie Gilbert, Emotional Intelligence - How to be Intelligent about emotions

March 02, 2022 22:02 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MB

Businesses don’t exist in an emotionless vacuum - the people that work within them complete their tasks with communication and conversation. That’s why ensuring your emotional intelligence is sharpened is critical to a strong workplace culture and team. Learn how to best support your team by curating your own unique playbook with these tips from Jennie Gilbert.

Current & Critical - Jil Macdonald, How to bring Applied AI & Machine Learning to life at your company

February 24, 2022 22:44 - 54 minutes - 61.9 MB

In the new world of AI, AltaML aims to be a valuable partner. They help their clients by developing AI products that optimize their business. To do this, they have developed a mindset that helps them assess the opportunity and develop the right AI strategy. Jil also discusses the importance of keeping biases out of AI. Here are some things to read or to look into for those looking to dive deeper into the digital tools and realm. AltaML Ebook - Why Adopt AI Now and Not Later?  - Le...

Current & Critical - Brad Murray, Investing in Alberta Greenhouses - Growing Local

February 22, 2022 18:09 - 45 minutes - 52.6 MB

Alberta is known for its abundant natural resources and agriculture. But what if these two industries could work together? It was the perfect opportunity for a leader like Brad Murray with Enermerge to do just that. His team brought together natural gas and electrical infrastructure to capture co2 and create greenhouses that grow delicious, local produce. This not only helps Alberta become more sustainable but also creates a new Alberta advantage reducing our reliance on imported pr...

Current & Critical - Brent Smith, Growing Wealth - A non-traditional approach

February 15, 2022 21:59 - 57 minutes - 65.9 MB

Investments are for everyone. Most major investment opportunities are reserved for the wealthy, but every Canadian should have the opportunity to invest in good-quality funds. Brent Smith, CFO at Kinsted Wealth, has decades of investment experience to will help you make sense of investing and protecting your wealth. Tune in to understand Kinsted Wealth’s unique approach, and learn from Brent’s years of experience.

Current & Critical - Jeff Adamson, Neo Financial - An Evolution in Fin-tech in our own backyard

February 10, 2022 16:58 - 57 minutes - 65.9 MB

Jeff wanted to make a big impact but knew that competing in traditional tech hubs, like Silicon Valley or Toronto, wouldn’t be right for his vision. Instead, he elected to leverage brilliant ideas and top talent in two smaller Canadian cities, both with burgeoning tech scenes. Rather than repeat something that’s been done a hundred times in major cities, he co-founded two start-ups: SkipTheDishes in Winnipeg and Neo Financial in Calgary, demonstrating that great businesses can come ...

Current & Critical - Mike Procee, Navigating our Tech Ecosystem with a local AI Start-up

February 02, 2022 19:36 - 53 minutes - 61 MB

Mike noticed a problem - there are over 23M managers on LinkedIn all working in the culture space - and all having different conversations and using different methodologies. So, he co-founded Cratic AI to help culture managers use artificial intelligence and conversations to get better data, giving them a clear understanding of their company’s culture through the lens of things like conscientiousness, openness, friendliness and more. Mike also shares how Calgary’s entrepreneurial sp...

Current & Critical - Jeff Lafrenz, Talking Tech - Data Visualization, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Web3...

January 25, 2022 21:51 - 1 hour - 91.6 MB

The future is now. There are so many emerging technologies enhancing our world - from augmented reality to mixed reality and the Metaverse - and it’s all happening right here in Alberta. Hear from Jeff LaFrenz and find out how some of our most forward-thinking entrepreneurs are developing a brighter technological future and leveraging tech to enable positive progression globally.

Current & Critical - John MacInnes, Selling your Company - Avoiding the Pitfalls

January 19, 2022 23:18 - 55 minutes - 63.6 MB

Creating a business can be an exciting and thrilling pursuit - but what happens when it grows and you no longer feel important to it? According to John, that means it’s successful. He shares the story of Earthware, his company that is creating a return-for-reuse, zero-waste takeout container to keep things tasty without the wastey. While his team works to build that future, John is focused on the governance and goals of Earthware. Get his insights into setting up your organization t...

Current & Critical - Tara Cowling, IoT Creating Research Excellence in Alberta

January 13, 2022 23:43 - 48 minutes - 55.4 MB

Leveraging data collected here in Alberta, Tara’s team at Medlior can develop scientific studies to support positive patient outcomes worldwide. As a graduate of Alberta IoT's Fast Track Program, Medlior leverages technology and data to accomplish its scientific studies. Tara also highlights why Alberta is a phenomenal place to be a business owner - especially in STEM with the University of Calgary and the University of Alberta’s world-class programs, students and faculties to draw ...

Current & Critical - Dan Giurescu, Digital Credentials - Blockchain Technology in the Real World

January 12, 2022 19:38 - 56 minutes - 64.3 MB

Blockchain technology is so much more than cryptocurrencies. Blockchain is a distributed ledger that helps companies verify data and provide users with total privacy. Dan Giurescu, CEO of Credivera, explains how blockchain helps companies reduce risk and protect their bottom lines. He also shares how Credivera’s unique solutions let transparently verify personal information and empower the user to have total control over their data.

Current & Critical - Anu George, International Justice Mission - Leadership with Purpose

December 29, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 50.4 MB

Justice reform is a complex, layered and complicated process, but Anu’s exceptional credentials and law background make her a knowledgeable leader in this area. IJM Canada focuses on a straightforward solution: the theory of change. When the justice system protects the poor—and slave owners, traffickers and other criminals can no longer exploit with impunity—millions of vulnerable people will never be abused. You will learn some hard truths about slavery around the world and how IJM...

Current & Critical - Larry Young, Pipeline Innovation - Protecting our Essential Assets

December 21, 2021 18:20 - 53 minutes - 61 MB

Technological innovations such as the Internet of Things have the power to transform industries. One of the oil and gas industry’s biggest challenges is corrosion in pipes that could endanger the environment, or interfere with other pipes. Larry explains how their unique IoT technology can benefit mining, oil and gas, and more as well as his experience seeking capital investment for Total Containment. 

Current & Critical - Sam Ranieri, Understanding the Global Payments Landscape

December 16, 2021 19:31 - 50 minutes - 57.7 MB

In today’s fast-paced world, consumers are increasingly demanding convenience and speed in every aspect of their lives. They want everything faster than ever. That’s why we like Amazon — we can get pretty much anything we desire within a day or two. But global dependence on Amazon is a double-edged sword. Mid-sized e-commerce companies are trying to compete with Amazon by providing the same level of convenience - but Sam has another idea to make mid-sized e-commerce driven companies...

Current & Critical - Cory Janssen, Applied Artificial Intelligence in Western Canada

December 14, 2021 21:03 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

Cory knows Alberta is home to some of the best researchers in the world. This is especially true when it comes to health and data, both of which are fundamental to the unique opportunity Alberta has to promote our research in a global market. We have the potential to be the biggest player in the AI industry, but we need to step up our commercialization efforts. The tech industry could be a multi-billion dollar industry here in Alberta and completely reshape the way we - and others -...

Current & Critical - Kristina Williams, Creating a Thriving Tech Ecosystem in Alberta

December 09, 2021 17:32 - 51 minutes - 58.9 MB

In our 200th episode, Kristina Williams shares the optimistic and encouraging story of venture capital investing in Alberta. Kristina is President and CEO of Alberta Enterprise, a fund-to-fund program focused on money, markets, mentors and management. When Alberta Enterprise was founded in 2006, there was only $37M invested in Alberta companies. In 2020, they saw $455M invested into 51 companies. Alberta Enterprise is helping incredibly innovative Alberta companies stay local to get...

Current & Critical - Terry Rock, Platform Calgary - Affecting change in your city and beyond

December 07, 2021 18:41 - 1 hour - 76.2 MB

Terry’s passion for Calgary is clear. He is bullish about the city, and he understands that Calgarians can benefit from being a world-class city. Terry is a true leader that works with innovative start-ups to help them succeed with Platform Calgary as they solve complex, global problems. Terry knows that Calgary has a bright future ahead of it and shares his thoughts on how we will become an even more innovative, global city in the future.

Current & Critical - Colby Delorme, Mentorship 2.0 - The Future of Indigenous Support

December 02, 2021 22:28 - 54 minutes - 62 MB

Marginalized groups, such as First Nations, Inuit, and Metis youths, don’t always feel safe or supported in mentorship opportunities - and few programs exist to fill the gap of support needed in post-secondary education. Colby Delorme and Influence Mentoring are working to change that. Learn how they’re mentoring the next generation of Indigenous youth, how they raised funds for their vision, and the unique approach to mentor/mentee relationships they’ve created.

Current & Critical - Philip Calvert, International Justice Mission - Ending Slavery in our Lifetime

December 01, 2021 17:07 - 43 minutes - 49.3 MB

Conversations about tough topics like this one with Philip are necessary to bring dark activities into the light. Philip explains the genesis of the International Justice Mission, how technology makes it frighteningly simple for human trafficking to occur, and why getting angry won’t solve anything—but bringing together change-makers, advocates and problem-solvers can.

Current & Critical - Jennie Gilbert, Psychological Safety - Creating a Judgment Free Culture at Work

November 30, 2021 14:56 - 31 minutes - 35.7 MB

As a leader, you are the one to decide what is tolerated within the culture you create or foster. How can you effectively show your team the way you want them to engage? Psychological safety is one big component. That means fostering an environment where people can be who and what they are - without fear of judgment or retribution. Learn about the human side of leadership and more with Jennie Gilbert, Facilitator at SAIT.

Current & Critical - Peter Verburg, Digital Health in YYC

November 25, 2021 13:56 - 44 minutes - 50.6 MB

Peter is passionate - about Calgary, about healthcare, about data privacy, and about our future as a province. With experience in the finance, energy and now healthcare sectors, Peter has lived through a lot of change in Calgary. Numi Health is a representation of Peter’s passion. Learn how his start-up has achieved funding, what they’ve done with it, and what he believes Calgary can become in the future. 

Current & Critical - Bill Roberts, Tech Innovation in YYC

November 23, 2021 15:45 - 47 minutes - 54 MB

In-person shopping is a sensory and interactive brand experience that online shopping can’t match. But barriers to search, view, select and buy from a complete inventory line exist - so the Nobal Technologies team is working to change that. Bill explains the ins and outs of Nobal Technologies along with the ESG benefits to reducing online shopping.

Current & Critical - Margo Purcell, The Future of Education

November 18, 2021 18:46 - 49 minutes - 56.4 MB

The skills of the future aren’t just technical skills like AI or coding robots, it’s also the essential skills of knowledge like being able to learn and make meaning and sense out of something unknown to you. That’s exactly what Margo Purcell and her team at InceptionU are building. “Through a unique approach of unlearning beliefs, assumptions, mental models, biases that hold us back and learning critical thinking, InceptionU is helping Albertans prepare to successfully greet the fu...

Current & Critical - Trish Josephs, Disruptive Technologies & Innovation at SAIT

November 16, 2021 19:30 - 49 minutes - 56.6 MB

If you’re curious about how new technology is invented and rolled out, this episode is just for you! Trish explains what ARIS is working on at SAIT and some of the incredible innovations to come out of it - including one that recently won the City of Calgary’s Mayor’s Innovation Challenge. Learn how the best Alberta advantage is our innovative and entrepreneurial spirit and how technological solutions made here can have an impact in multiple industry verticals.

Current & Critical - Jade Alberts, "Telling it Like It Is" in the Alberta Start-up Scene

November 11, 2021 22:20 - 46 minutes - 52.7 MB

Don’t know where to start with your idea? Want to know the ins and outs of the startup landscape in Calgary? Jade’s got you covered. He covers why your idea needs to come into the light, how camaraderie among startups helps companies from diverse backgrounds shine, and why sales is crucial for business success.

Current & Critical - Alvin Pyke, Alberta IoT - Mastering your Data from Anywhere

November 09, 2021 21:13 - 52 minutes - 59.9 MB

Alvin is an incredibly optimistic technical thinker who will help you gain a clear understanding of Industrial IoT using his experience as an entrepreneurial engineer. You’ll understand the five pillars of IoT, why the biggest barrier to success is human resources, and how the decrease in tech costs have increased our ability to power more, accomplish more, and produce more.

Beyond the Echo - Jonathan Lipoth, Early Stage Investing in Saskatchewan

November 04, 2021 19:09 - 52 minutes - 59.7 MB

Everyone wants the billion-dollar unicorn, but Jonathan knows successful companies are the ones who are disciplined to find the first $1,000 (or 1,000 customers). Learn what VC funds look for at the pre-seed and seed levels, why a process mindset is a tech entrepreneur’s best asset, and what key lessons Jonathan learned about the VC ecosystem on the Prairies. 

Current & Critical - Peter Crawley, Alberta IoT - Smart Buildings

November 02, 2021 16:48 - 46 minutes - 52.8 MB

Imagine... A completely smart office tower - where your cell phone guides you to your desk, which is temperature-controlled and lit to your precise preferences, where private conversations cannot be heard because technology is dampening the sound. Peter’s team at PCC Integrate is building offices like this today. Learn how IoT can revolutionize work and why Calgary, Alberta is the place to be an IoT leader.

Current & Critical - Adam Rock, The legal perspective of investing in early stage companies in Western Canada

October 29, 2021 15:50 - 51 minutes - 58.4 MB

Sometimes, you need to spend money to make money. Seeking investment into a start-up is no different. Successful companies with simple capital structures that are easy to understand create more value, which creates a snowball effect. Adam breaks this down, along with his insights on being comfortable talking about money, seeking legal advice, and what Calgary needs to do to become the most important tech centre in North America.

Current & Critical - Lawrence Korngut, Growing the Health & BioTech Sector in Alberta

October 26, 2021 20:59 - 47 minutes - 54.2 MB

Lawrence believes not only in thinking outside the box but that there is no box to constrain our innovations at all. As a neuromuscular neurologist, he is working to drive better health outcomes. Challenges in healthcare are global - which means the impact of new advancements can be far-reaching.  Learn more about KASTx and gain a clearer understanding of the digital health ecosystem and how to invest in it.

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