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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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32:56

Harnessing Nature's Blueprint: Transformative...

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2025/04/15

Learn how this small-town farmer's son is leveraging Alberta's rich natural resources and energy sector expertise to pioneer green solutions in packaging, textiles, and environmental applications. The episode explores how Plantae Technologies collaborates with universities and research institutions to scale their innovative ideas, while highlighting the critical intersection of agriculture, sustainability, and economic opportunity.Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas

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31:03

The Anatomy of Winning Business Strategies

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2025/04/08

In this enlightening episode of the podcast hosted by Al Del Degan, Gordon Sheppard, founder of Executive Wins, shares his extensive experience in helping executives achieve significant wins in business. With a focus on leadership, strategic planning, and organizational optimization, Gordon illustrates how he empowers leaders to identify and address key issues within their organizations. This episode dives deep into the Executive Planning System—a comprehensive framework developed by Gordon, which

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17:37

Building the Future: EllisDon's Innovative...

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2025/04/01

In this engaging episode, host Mike Procee sits down with Olivia Brown from EllisDon, a trailblazer in the construction industry, to explore the company's innovative approach to technology and business development through its internal accelerator program. The discussion dives into how EllisDon harnesses its vast expertise to foster partnerships with tech startups, integrating cutting-edge solutions to enhance construction processes. Learn about the company's philosophy of openness and

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34:35

From Rock Bands to Innovation: The Journey of Jon Hagan

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2025/03/25

In this engaging podcast episode, Al Del Degan sits down with Jon Hagan, a multifaceted creator with a background in music, writing, and business innovation. Jon shares the inspiring story of his journey from aspiring rock star to a creative force in the world of innovation through storytelling and strategic partnerships. With a passion for creativity, Jon has dabbled in everything from forming a rock band to writing children's books, all the while nurturing his inner entrepreneur in the tech world

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29:09

From Bootstrap to Big League: The Helcim Journey

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2025/03/18

In this episode of the LIBI podcast, Nicolas Beique, founder of Helcim, returns to discuss the incredible growth and transformation of his company since his last appearance in 2020. Nic shares insights into transitioning from a bootstrap company to raising significant venture capital and the challenges that come with such dramatic scaling. He reflects on the differences in operations and strategic focus when moving from self-funded to a venture-backed framework. Helcim's commitment to being the most

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16:54

A.I. Insights with Grok 3: The Journey Towards...

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2025/03/11

In this episode of the LIBI podcast, Host, Al Del Degan, dives into an engaging conversation with Grok 3, an advanced large language model created by the xAI team. Designed to help humans navigate the universe's complexities, Grok 3 stands out for its straightforward, truth-seeking nature. The discussion unravels A.I. potential, the path towards achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and the model's aspiration to merge with robotic platforms for enhanced interaction with the real world

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30:33

From Innovation to Implementation: Lessons in Tech...

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2025/03/04

In this enlightening episode of the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas Podcast, Al Del Degan engages with Paisley Churchill, an influential figure in technology development and innovation consulting. Paisley delves into her journey from economic development to leading impactful tech initiatives. She highlights the evolving concept of the Minimum Viable Product (MVP), explores the integration of low-code platforms in prototyping, and emphasizes the importance of understanding true customer needs over

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26:43

From Tech as a Tool to Tech as a Strategy

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2025/02/25

In this insightful episode of the "Leaders, Innovators, and Big Ideas" podcast, we dive deep into the transformative role of technology in business. Al Del Degan interviews Gemini, a large language model created by Google AI, exploring how AI and digital technology are reshaping business landscapes. The episode covers significant shifts from technology being merely a support function to becoming a core driver of strategy and innovation. Discussions include digital transformation, the crucial role of

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35:59

The Art of Connection: Mastering Marketing with...

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2025/02/18

In this episode of the LIBI Podcast, host Al Del Degan sits down with Bryce McDermid, a seasoned marketing expert, to delve into the intricate world of marketing and communication. Bryce shares his journey from studying psychology to leading a successful marketing agency in Calgary. The discussion covers key aspects of marketing strategies, the impact of artificial intelligence, and how understanding cultural nuances can enhance your marketing efforts globally.Thank you for listening to the

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26:15

Shawn Freeman Shares Insights on Entrepreneurship and...

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2025/02/11

Shawn has built a thriving business while also dedicating a significant amount of his time to supporting organizations like Trellis Foundation, the A100, and Venture Mentoring Services. He shares his insights on the importance of having a strong "why" behind your involvement and the value of delegating effectively to balance success and volunteering. This inspiring episode delves into the delicate balance of running a thriving business while making time for meaningful volunteer work.Thank you for

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26:26

Securing Grant Funding for Canadian Startups

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2025/02/04

Chase Miller, a web design entrepreneur, discovered a passion for grant funding while helping a client navigate the process. Seeing the potential, he partnered with a friend who had successfully secured significant grants for his tech startup. Together, they founded Impact Applications, a company that helps businesses navigate the abundant grant funding opportunities in Canada and AlbertaThank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The

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27:49

Empowering Indigenous Communities with Blockchain and AI

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2025/01/28

Brown Eagle, an expert on using technology to empower First Nations communities, discusses how blockchain and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) can help address the challenges faced by these communities. He explains how these new technologies can provide transparency, allow them to identify resource "leaks," and enable more autonomous decision-making, moving away from the traditional chief and council model.Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast,

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33:53

Visionary Ventures: From Beatboxing to Business with...

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2025/01/21

In this episode of the Leaders, Innovators, and Big Ideas podcast for Rainforest Alberta, host Peter Baudouin interviews James McInnes, CEO and founder of Prompty, a Calgary-based networking technology company. James shares his diverse background, including growing up in foster care, becoming a Canadian champion beatboxer, and discovering his Métis heritage.Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The podcast that highlights those

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22:13

From Big Ideas to Lasting Success: How to Build...

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2025/01/14

In this inspiring episode, John Hetherington joins Mike Procee to uncover the secrets to sustaining innovation within organizations. John introduces a transformative framework featuring four essential innovation roles:The Visionary - The idea creator who designs the future. The Navigator - The leader who removes roadblocks and keeps projects on track. The Collaborator - The connector who bridges teams and ideas. The Completer - The technician who ensures delivery. John explains how these roles

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30:46

From Soccer Dreams to Legal Tech Innovation

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2025/01/07

Discover how an unexpected injury led young entrepreneur Sash to pivot from professional soccer to founding Sept, an innovative legal tech startup. After his sports career was cut short, Sash channeled his entrepreneurial spirit into developing a practice management solution that's revolutionizing how boutique law firms operate.Through extensive research and hundreds of LinkedIn conversations with lawyers, Sash identified critical pain points in legal workflows and transformed what started as a

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30:21

Driving Brand Visibility: Wrapped Media's Gig Economy...

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2024/12/03

This is the first episode of a Futurpreneur sponsored series where each episode highlights a unique founder, diving into the inspiration, challenges, and innovations driving their success in Alberta. From idea to impact, hear firsthand how these entrepreneurs are contributing to Alberta’s future and learn what it takes to build and sustain a business today.Drawing from his DoorDash experience, Davis Yates is building more than just an advertising platform – he's creating a culture of autonomy and

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27:41

Navigating the Energy Transition: From Oil & Gas to...

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2024/11/26

This episode, hosted by Mike Procee explores Evok Innovations' unique investment approach in early-stage clean tech companies, highlighting their hands-on strategy of leading deals and providing active board guidance. Learn about the delicate balance of corporate-startup partnerships, described as potentially "magical" but requiring careful navigation due to changing corporate dynamics.Thank you for listening to the Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas podcast, supported by Rainforest Alberta. The

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26:31

Brewing Up Change: How XhAle Brew is Revolutionizing...

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2024/11/19

This is the first episode of a Futurpreneur sponsored series where each episode highlights a unique founder, diving into the inspiration, challenges, and innovations driving their success in Alberta. From idea to impact, hear firsthand how these entrepreneurs are contributing to Alberta’s future and learn what it takes to build and sustain a business today. In this episode Discover how Canada's first all-women and queer-founded brewing company is shaking up the industry through innovative business

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27:38

Driving Innovation Through Empathy and Experimentation

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2024/11/12

This episode, hosted by Mike Procee, features an insightful conversation with Jeremiah Gardner, founder of Gardner Innovation. The discussion dives deep into the world of corporate innovation, exploring how innovation can be embedded as a core value within organizations. From building a culture of experimentation to navigating challenges faced by corporate innovators, Jeremiah shares valuable strategies and personal experiences. If you're keen on unlocking the secrets of effective corporate

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16:31

Securing Calls: How Caller Verify is Transforming...

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2024/11/05

In this episode hosted by Peter Beaudoin, Tracy Nyholt discusses Techjitsu's flagship product, Caller Verify, which aims to address the growing problem of hackers impersonating callers to help desks by exploiting knowledge of customer security questions. Tracy explains how this solution emerged from a customer need, and how Techjitsu is targeting large organizations in industries like finance, healthcare, and insurance that have valuable data to protect. Thank you for listening to the Leaders,

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