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GVPOD - Greater Vancouver's Business Podcast

72 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago -

GVPOD is the podcast of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson talks to leaders in the business community about the challenges and opportunities they experience, as well as issues impacting our region.

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GVPOD - The Future of Work and Mental Health in the Workplace - Workplace of the Future

March 28, 2024 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

The final episode in our series on the Future of work and mental health in the workplace with Carolyn Rush is now available.  As a Partner of PwC Canada's Workforce of the Future practice, Carolyn shares insights on mental health and future trends in the workplace. Drawing from multiple surveys conducted by PwC.

The Future of Work and Mental Health in the Workplace - Workplace of the Future

March 28, 2024 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MB

The final episode in our series on the Future of work and mental health in the workplace with Carolyn Rush is now available.  As a Partner of PwC Canada's Workforce of the Future practice, Carolyn shares insights on mental health and future trends in the workplace. Drawing from multiple surveys conducted by PwC.

The Future of Work and Mental Health in the Workplace - Implementing the 4 day work week

March 22, 2024 16:35 - 23 minutes - 14.7 MB

Listen to GVPOD's latest series on ''Implementing the 4 day work week", featuring Rory McGuire, President of Blackbird Interactive Inc. Rory takes us on the journey embarked on by Blackbird Interactive to successfully implement the 4-day work week.

The Future of Work and Mental Health in the Workplace - Prioritizing Employee Wellbeing in the Age of AI

March 14, 2024 18:06 - 22 minutes - 15 MB

In our latest episode of GVPOD, GVBOT President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson and our new guest TTT Studios Founder and VP of Operations David Hobbs discuss employee wellbeing in the age of artificial intelligence in the workplace.

The Future of Work and Mental Health in the Workplace - The 4 Day Work Week - The Theory

March 06, 2024 20:14 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MB

Gain practical advice and insights from Alex Pang and Bridgitte Anderson as they discuss success stories and strategies for Greater Vancouver businesses on GVPOD.

The Future of Work and Mental Health in the Workplace - The Telus Mental Health Index

February 28, 2024 17:58 - 26 minutes - 17.4 MB

GVPOD's latest series on the future of work and mental health in the workplace features Paula Allen, SVP at TELUS Health. Responsible for the team researching Telus' Mental Health Index, Paula shares invaluable insights about navigating the evolving landscape of employment and well-being.

Small Business Month 2023 - Banking on Small Businesses

October 31, 2023 23:43 - 21 minutes - 15.2 MB

In the final episode of our 2023 Small Business Month series we are joined by Curtis Campbell, RBC Vice President for Business Markets in B.C. We discuss the economic landscape for small businesses and how government can help foster an entrepreneurial environment.

Small Business Month 2023 - Mining's Cosmic Connection

October 24, 2023 19:26 - 15 minutes - 9.87 MB

In this episode we are joined by Gary Agnew, CEO and Co-Founder of Ideon Technologies.  Ideon's leading edge technology allows mining companies to identify density and magnetic anomalies with greater resolution and clarity down to 1 km beneath the Earth’s surface, much like x-rays and MRIs give us visibility inside the human body, in a process called muon tomography. In doing so they are helping get rid of the uncertainty of mining projects and drastically lowering their environme...

Small Business Month 2023 - Sustainable Beauty

October 17, 2023 22:50 - 21 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode we are joined by Nancy Wingham, co-owner of Nuez Acres, who believes beauty should be sustainable and eco-friendly and with that goal in mind she and her husband Anthony have created an entire line of waterless beauty products.

The Future of Vancouver - Chinatown

June 08, 2023 22:45 - 21 minutes - 11 MB

Vancouver's Chinatown is steeped in history from generations of immigrants who came in search of a better life. Carol Lee is the Chair of the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation and CEO of Linacare Cosmetherapy, and she joins the program to talk about revitalizing a neighbourhood with incredible historical significance. 

The Future of Vancouver - The Bay Building

June 01, 2023 22:45 - 18 minutes - 9.13 MB

The Hudson's Bay Building is an iconic piece of architecture in downtown Vancouver. Douglas Adams, Senior VP of Development at Streetworks Development, joins the show to talk about the future of the historic HBC location. 

The Future of Vancouver - The Sen̓áḵw Development

May 18, 2023 22:45 - 20 minutes - 11.7 MB

The Sen̓áḵw Development is one of the most ambitious housing developments in the history of Vancouver. Wilson Williams, Elected Councilor and Spokesperson for the Squamish Nation, joins the show to discuss what this project means for both the Nation and the region as a whole. 

The Future of Vancouver - The Nighttime Economy

May 11, 2023 22:45 - 22 minutes - 13.8 MB

Nate Sabine, Director of Business Development with Blueprint and President of MusicBC, in addition to numerous other roles in the hospitality and entertainment sector, joins host Bridgitte Anderson to talk about the future of the nighttime economy in Vancouver. 

The Future of Vancouver - The PNE

May 04, 2023 22:45 - 17 minutes - 10.8 MB

Shelley Frost, President and CEO of the PNE, joins host Bridgitte Anderson to talk about the future of the iconic fairgrounds in Vancouver and some of the transformative projects that are underway. 

B.C. Labour Challenges - Keith Henry

April 06, 2023 22:45 - 21 minutes - 12 MB

Indigenous tourism is a significant contributor to the economy both in B.C. and Canada. Keith Henry, CEO of the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada, weighs in on labour challenges in the sector and breaking down barriers to Indigenous employment. 

B.C. Labour Challenges - Selina Robinson

March 30, 2023 22:53 - 26 minutes - 13.4 MB

The Honourable Selina Robinson, Minister of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills for the province of B.C. unpacks the government's strategy for addressing the ongoing labour challenges faced by the province. 

B.C. Labour Challenges - Kenton Low

March 23, 2023 22:45 - 20 minutes - 9.79 MB

Post-secondary education is evolving to serve the needs of industry and students in an increasingly digital economy. Kenton Low, Dean of the School of Business and Media at the British Columbia Institute of Technology,  joins the podcast to talk about how they have been adapting and where he sees opportunity in the coming years. 

B.C. Labour Challenges - Gordon McCauley

March 16, 2023 22:45 - 21 minutes - 13 MB

Industry is increasingly taking the lead on filling the existing skills and labour gap. Listen to adMare BioInnovations CEO, Gordon McCauley, explain how adMare Academy came into being, and other strategies to train life science talent in Canada. 

The 'R' Word - Clark Wilson Pt. 2

March 02, 2023 23:45 - 15 minutes - 8.01 MB

The employment component of mergers and acquisitions is critical for success. Clark Wilson LLP Partner, and Chair of their Employment and Labour group, Andrea Raso, joins Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, to talk about how employers can navigate the process with employees for the best outcomes. 

The 'R' Word - Clark Wilson Pt. 1

February 23, 2023 23:46 - 21 minutes - 11 MB

Unpacking the state of mergers and acquisitions in 2023 with Clark Wilson LLP Partner and Chair of their Private Equity and Venture Capital group, Craig Hoskins. 

The 'R' Word - Odlum Brown

February 16, 2023 23:45 - 17 minutes - 8.21 MB

Expert analysis of market trends and the economic outlook from Odlum Brown President and CEO, Debra Doucette, and Executive Vice President, Director of Investment Research, Murray Leith. 

The 'R' Word - Darian Kovacs

February 09, 2023 23:45 - 28 minutes - 14.9 MB

Amid concern about the potential for a recession, businesses are looking to maximize their marketing dollars. Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson and Jelly Digital Marketing Founder Darian Kovacs discuss where to start. 

The 'R' Word - Brendon Ogmundson

February 02, 2023 23:45 - 20 minutes - 10.2 MB

The real estate market is a useful bellwether for the broader economy, so Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson sat down with BC Real Estate Association Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson to talk about what it can tell us about the potential for a recession.

The Future of False Creek Flats - Eleena Marley

January 19, 2023 23:45 - 17 minutes - 8.78 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson is joined by Vancouver Economic Commission CEO Eleena Marley to discuss how the Flats will contribute to the city's long-term economic future.

The Future of False Creek Flats - Adam Mitchell and Jarvis Rouillard

January 12, 2023 23:45 - 22 minutes - 10.4 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson is joined by Low Tide Properties Vice President of Asset Management and Development Adam Mitchell and PCI Developments Senior Vice President Jarvis Rouillard to discuss why their organizations see so much potential in the False Creek Flats.

The Future of False Creek Flats - Fiona Dalton

December 02, 2022 00:30 - 17 minutes - 9.42 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson is joined by Providence Health Care President and Chief Executive Officer Fiona Dalton to discuss the New St. Paul's Hospital, slated to open in 2027.

The Future of False Creek Flats - Tracy Redies

November 24, 2022 23:53 - 24 minutes - 12.5 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Science World CEO Tracy Redies about how they fit into the evolving ecosystem in False Creek, with a special guest appearance by Bilbo the pug.

Fuelling the future, with Parkland's Ryan Krogmeier

November 10, 2022 23:50 - 17 minutes - 12.7 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Parkland Corporation Senior Vice President of Supply, Trading and Refining Ryan Krogmeier about a massive investment in their Burnaby refinery.

Indigenous cultural knowledge renewal with Leigh Joseph of Sḵwálwen Botanicals

November 03, 2022 22:58 - 18 minutes - 11.8 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Sḵwálwen Botanicals Founder Leigh Joseph about how she is contributing to cultural knowledge renewal in connection to Indigenous plant foods and medicine.

Small Business Month - Passion and determination

October 27, 2022 22:41 - 23 minutes - 16.9 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Gourmet Warehouse Founder Caren McSherry about launching her dream business.

Small Business Month - How to innovate and pivot

October 20, 2022 22:45 - 18 minutes - 14.8 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Novo Textiles President and CEO Jason Zanatta about how they became an overnight success after 20 years.

Small Business Month - Building a high-performing team

October 13, 2022 22:45 - 20 minutes - 14.8 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Vivo Team Development CEO and Founder Renée Safrata about putting together a team that will help your business succeed.

Small Business Month - Retail recovery in Vancouver

October 06, 2022 22:45 - 14 minutes - 11.4 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Robson Street Business Improvement Association Executive Director Muneesh Sharma about the state of retail.

Metro Elects: Exploring the Region's Top Issues and Opportunities

September 29, 2022 22:51 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson is joined by Mustel Group Founder Evi Mustel and Earnscliffe Strategies Principal Anna Lilly to discuss the top issues in the upcoming municipal elections in Metro Vancouver.

Vancouver Mayoral Candidate Fred Harding

September 22, 2022 23:12 - 24 minutes - 17.9 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Vancouver Mayoral Candidate Fred Harding about his vision for the city.

Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart

September 15, 2022 22:45 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart about his vision for the city and time in office. 

Vancouver Mayoral Candidate Mark Marissen

September 08, 2022 22:50 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Vancouver Mayoral Candidate and Burrard Strategy founder Mark Marissen about his vision for the city.

Vancouver Mayoral Candidate Colleen Hardwick

September 01, 2022 22:45 - 21 minutes - 16.1 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson speaks with Vancouver Mayoral Candidate Councillor Colleen Hardwick about her vision for the city.

A global model for the film industry, with Prem Gill

June 23, 2022 22:55 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Creative BC CEO, Prem Gill, to discuss why 'Hollywood North' is a model for the global film industry, and the lessons other sectors can learn from their success.

Decarbonizing oil and gas, with Shell Canada President Susannah Pierce

June 09, 2022 22:37 - 20 minutes - 14.5 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Shell Canada President and Country Chair, Susannah Pierce, for a conversation about how Shell is reinventing itself to be a leader in the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

Understanding the customer journey and #NAH, with Andeen Pitt

June 02, 2022 23:00 - 14 minutes - 10.8 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Andeen Pitt, Partner and Board Member at Wasserman and Partners Advertising, to discuss how marketing has changed and the new Never Accept Hate campaign.

Demand, delays and electrification in the auto sector, with Christian Chia

May 19, 2022 19:55 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Open Road Auto Group CEO, Christian Chia, to discuss how the sector is evolving and what comes next.

Reinventing carbon-intensive companies, with Robert Safrata

May 02, 2022 21:00 - 22 minutes - 17.3 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Robert Safrata, CEO of Novex Couriers, Coast to Coast Experiences and Changequity, to discuss his passion for transforming carbon-intensive companies into sustainability leaders.

Protecting the vulnerable and affordable housing, with Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley

April 28, 2022 22:45 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Burnaby Mayor, Mike Hurley, for a conversation about the issues impacting his community and how they're addressing them.

Common sense solutions and the City of Port Coquitlam, with Mayor Brad West

April 21, 2022 22:45 - 26 minutes - 18.7 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Port Coquitlam Mayor, Brad West, to discuss how the city has been able to streamline municipal permitting processes and attract newcomers.

Regional collaboration and the city of New Westminster, with Mayor Jonathan Cote

April 14, 2022 22:45 - 21 minutes - 16.7 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by New Westminster Mayor, Jonathan Cote, to discuss inter-municipal collaboration in Metro Vancouver and reflect on nearly two decades at city council.

Regional collaboration and the City of New Westminster, with Mayor Jonathan Cote

April 14, 2022 22:45 - 21 minutes - 16.7 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by New Westminster Mayor, Jonathan Cote, to discuss inter-municipal collaboration in Metro Vancouver and reflect on nearly two decades at city council.

Growth and development in the City of North Vancouver, with Mayor Linda Buchanan

April 07, 2022 22:45 - 22 minutes - 17.5 MB

In the first episode of our Regional Leadership series, Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, speaks with City of North Vancouver Mayor, Linda Buchanan, about the future of the community.

Pandemic recovery and the transit of tomorrow, with Kevin Quinn

March 31, 2022 22:50 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, discusses the impact of the pandemic and what the future holds for transit in our region with TransLink CEO, Kevin Quinn.

ESG training to build the B.C. advantage

March 29, 2022 22:45 - 21 minutes - 15.9 MB

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade President and CEO, Bridgitte Anderson, is joined by Tessa Jordan and Amy Fell, two of the BCIT instructors who will be teaching in the ESG Fundamental Microcredential program.