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Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcast

Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcast showcases those who are contributing to and / or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Rainforest Alberta is a world-class community of dreamers and doers, connected by a common goal of making Alberta fertile ground for building, developing, and growing innovative ideas into sustainable ventures. https://rainforestab.ca

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52:48

Uriel Karerwa Hosts Jefferson Roc (PEERX.AI) on the...

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2023/08/08

The LIBI podcast BIPOC series celebrates and acknowledges BIPOC founders in Calgary's tech ecosystem, by sharing stories, struggles and successes. This podcast episode highlights Jefferson Roc an avid mental health advocate, Founder of PeerXAI, & proud father. He shares his mental health journey and his experience of being a black founder. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are

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47:51

Paignton Wild Hosts Daniel Monzon (Catapult Startups)...

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2023/08/01

Hear Daniel Monzon's wisdom on how important networking is, especially for newcomers and immigrants, and how he partnered with Calgary businesses to create an organization to help underrepresented people launch new businesses. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Paignton Wild is a recent graduate from the

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32:07

Al Del Degan Hosts Gary Ellis (Experience Economy...

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2023/07/25

More and more people are realizing that a fulfilling life is not based on how much stuff you accumulate, but the number of remarkable experiences you have. Join Al Del Degan as he speaks with Rainforest elder, Gary Ellis about how the experience economy is a multi-billion dollar industry and Calgary needs to lead the way. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or

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33:48

Val McCarty Hosts Sara Mateshaytis (Collectively...

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2023/07/18

We are working hard to engage the innovation ecosystem to think, talk, and act differently when it comes to entrepreneurial mental health Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Val McCarty is in the business of helping organizations visualize, communicate, and execute strategy in real time. Her studies were

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47:34

Paignton Wild Hosts Dr. Caley Shukalek (PurposeMed)...

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2023/07/11

Shared a conversation with Caley on the joys and challenges of growing up as a gay man in the world of Hockey and Medicine. We discussed his educational journey and some of the key moments in his life that led him to starting Purpose Med. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Paignton Wild is a recent

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29:55

Val McCarty Hosts Alexandra Stante (Rebelle Money) on...

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2023/07/04

Woman have only been able to have their own back accounts since the late 1960's. Even since then, women and other marginalized communities have had difficulty in the male-focused banking industry. Alexandra aims to change that by educating women and others about how to manage their money and take control of their financial well-being. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are

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45:28

Al Del Degan Hosts Katerina Strelina (Local Eats) on...

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2023/06/27

Meet Katerina, a single mom who has had an incredible journey and overcame real hardship with hard work and tenacity to build a better life for her son. Now on an entrepreneurial journey with a much-needed software platform to connect farmers with their customers in a new way. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in

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44:10

Al Del Degan Hosts Brent Zuber (Virtual Reality) on...

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2023/06/20

I have been hanging out virtually with Brent Zuber for several months and I am always impressed with how well researched and intellectual he is. Join us for an in-depth conversation on virtual reality in business. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Al Del Degan is a software developer and tech leader in

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01:05:05

Jennifer Morrison Hosts Jesse Bartlett (The Virtual...

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2023/06/13

Join Jen with her guest Jesse Bartlett who provides a burst of hope and energy to help us take the first steps toward a community focused on a better future. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Jennifer Morrison is InceptionU’s learner champion. She has over 11 years of experience as an educator and

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34:38

Val McCarty Hosts Maiden Manzanal-Frank (Global...

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2023/06/06

Maiden provides a burst of hope and energy to help us take the first steps toward a community focused on a better future Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Val McCarty is in the business of helping organizations visualize, communicate, and execute strategy in real time. Her studies were acquired at both

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43:42

Brigitte Legault Hosts Katie Mclean (TuskHub Inc.) on...

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2023/05/30

This is the sixth episode in a series hosted by Brigitte Legault, which features women role models in Alberta Tech. Women hold 60% of STEM degrees, however only hold 25% of ICT roles and 57% of women in mid-level tech roles are leaving their positions. Through this series we will explore what unique challenges they are facing, what inspires many to stay, and we will highlight their innovations, initiatives, and contributions to women's equity in our sector. In this episode we follow the journey of

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01:06:52

Jennifer Morrison Hosts Christa Hill and Renee...

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2023/05/23

Join Jen as she checks in with Christa Hill and Renee Matsalla of Tacit Edge Product Leadership and all of the amazing things they have been up to over the past year. They discuss the wins, the challenges, the mistakes, and how their "WHY" of creating inclusive and accessible product education continues to have significant impact on the ecosystem and more importantly, the amazing individuals who collaborate/learn with them. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast,

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50:29

Brigitte Legault Hosts Elle Edin and Fiona Simpson...

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2023/05/16

This is the fifth episode in a series hosted by Brigitte Legault, which features women role models in Alberta Tech. This series will explore how women experience the tech sector in Alberta. Women hold 60% of STEM degrees, however only hold 25% of ICT roles and 57% of women in mid-level tech roles are leaving their positions. Through this series we will explore what unique challenges they are facing, what inspires many to stay, and we will highlight their innovations, initiatives, and contributions

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47:56

Brigitte Legault Hosts Ange Paye (Voto) on the LIBI...

Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest... ·

2023/05/09

This is the fourth episode in a series hosted by Brigitte Legault, which features women role models in Alberta Tech. This series will explore how women experience the tech sector in Alberta. Women hold 60% of STEM degrees, however only hold 25% of ICT roles and 57% of women in mid-level tech roles are leaving their positions. Through this series we will explore what unique challenges they are facing, what inspires many to stay, and we will highlight their innovations, initiatives, and

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38:13

Al Del Degan Hosts Brown Eagle Belanger (Decolonized...

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2023/05/02

Born into the foster care system and growing up a troubled teenager, Brown Eagle spent 12 years in prison and used that time learning and growing. Afterwards, with the help of a key mentor Brown Eagle utilized his life experiences to help others. After losing his job during the lockdowns, Brown Eagle self-taught himself blockchain and programming. Now he has his own company, Decolonized Capital, that is creating a First Nation's Digital Currency and social network to provide identity and true data

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52:38

Brigitte Legault Hosts Mary Morrison (Wilma) on the...

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2023/04/25

This is the third episode in a series hosted by Brigitte Legault, which features women role models in Alberta Tech. This series will explore how women experience the tech sector in Alberta. Women hold 60% of STEM degrees, however only hold 25% of ICT roles and 57% of women in mid-level tech roles are leaving their positions. Through this series we will explore what unique challenges they are facing, what inspires many to stay, and we will highlight their innovations, initiatives, and contributions

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46:36

Brigitte Legault Hosts Alitta Tait (Cherry Health) on...

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2023/04/18

This is the second in a series hosted by Brigitte Legault, which features women role models in Alberta Tech. This series will explore how women experience the tech sector in Alberta. Women hold 60% of STEM degrees, however only hold 25% of ICT roles and 57% of women in mid-level tech roles are leaving their positions. Through this series we will explore what unique challenges they are facing, what inspires many to stay, and we will highlight their innovations, initiatives, and contributions to

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28:46

Al Del Degan Hosts Laura Grant (Alberta Bike Swap) on...

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2023/04/11

On April 1st, 2011 Laura and her partner, chris put on their first bike swap event to provide a safe place for people to buy, sell, trade, donate bycicles. At that first event, 150 bikes sold in just 20 minutes. Now 12 years later the Alberta Bike Swap is going stronger than ever educating Albertans about bike safety and responsible riding, on top of buying, trading and selling bikes. Each year on the first Saturday in May in Calgary and the second Saturday in May in Edmonton Thank you for listening

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44:26

Brigitte Legault Hosts April Hicke (TOAST) on the...

Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest... ·

2023/04/04

This is the first in a series hosted by Brigitte Legault, which features women role models in Alberta Tech. This series will explore how women experience the tech sector in Alberta. Women hold 60% of STEM degrees, however only hold 25% of ICT roles and 57% of women in mid-level tech roles are leaving their positions. Through this series we will explore what unique challenges they are facing, what inspires many to stay, and we will highlight their innovations, initiatives, and contributions to

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33:14

Andrew Platten Hosts Shawn Ryan (R2 Accounting) on...

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2023/03/28

Andrew and Shawn discuss fractional services in the YYC tech space and how important it is for startups to consider professional help very early on. Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those people who are contributing to and/or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Host: Andrew Platten is VP of Finance for StoreToDoor, and has more than two years experience in finance leadership roles for

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