Applying Technology
The tech industry is booming in Alberta. There are many companies that are applying technology, such as robotics, the Internet of Things, Information Technology and blockchain to different fields including healthcare, energy, and resources. Alberta companies are making our province a better place with their pioneering ideas while helping us compete globally. Tune in to these episodes and learn how technology helps these companies innovate and grow.
Jay Gohill & Joel Pollar
Fifteen years ago, Calgary didn't have the reputation it does now as a tech hub. But Jay Gohill saw potential in the city. He knew that mid-sized enterprise organizations needed help applying technology to their business, and improving their processes. Jay recruited talented, collaborative workers who shared his vision, like Joel Pollard. The team built Arcurve into a successful enterprise IT company and a pioneer in the city's now-thriving tech scene.
Al-Karim Khimji
Al-Karim grew up in the real estate business, so he learned very quickly about the challenges and opportunities in it. With experience as both a landlord and a resident, he knew there had to be a way to increase efficiency for landlords while elevating the residents’ experience. He took all of his expertise and injected it into Propra, a tech company focused on completely shifting the real estate paradigm.
Jason McFadden
As an innovative leader, Jason has guided organizations through growth, adaptation and change for many years. In this episode, he shares his insights on how to create a cloud-native organization that is future-ready and able to revolutionize an industry. He provides examples of companies who are successfully meeting these challenges and will inspire your organization to do the same!
Richard Simpson
When it comes to finding things that are lost, whether it be your phone at home or an essential item in a 50,000 sq. ft. warehouse, accuracy is key to locating it. Richard Simpson and the team at ZeroKey have developed hyper-accurate technology that digitizes the 3D location of assets, personnel, and equipment across large industrial environments, down to the millimetre. Technology like this can help businesses transform the way they operate - listen to find out how and learn about ZeroKey’s evolution.
John Hetherington
John believes that technology shouldn’t be scary and that our province’s drive to find a better way is inspiring. He shares his wealth of knowledge and simplifies the technology conversation, revealing why SAIT's digital transformation encouraged him to work with them. John explains how creating an end goal, a vision, and a structure can deliver vital results by centring on simplicity. Listen to find out more about how technology can be applied to your business - fearlessly!
Cam Linke
AI and machine learning are two of the most transformational technologies of our time. And Alberta has been investing in them for nearly 20 years. As CEO of The Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII), Cam Linke is one of many leading the charge in making Alberta a world leader in these cutting-edge technologies.
Hear from Cam as he takes you behind the scenes at AMII and reveals how they are shaping Alberta's future.
Steve Liang
The Internet of Things (IoT) is poised to revolutionize a wide variety of industries, from firefighting to oil and gas production to HVAC and beyond. Alberta is at the forefront of IoT development, thanks in large part to initiatives like Alberta IoT. Dr. Liang shares his insights into this burgeoning industry, including the time he spent in Silicon Valley learning from experts, and how he's applied that knowledge to his work back in Alberta. Learn how IoT and Alberta's high-tech workforce are building the next generation of industries right here at home.
Savana Radley
Savana has always been interested in how technology can help improve our everyday lives. When she learned about telepresence robots, she saw an opportunity to create a service that could help people who live alone stay safe, connected, and independent.
Radley Robots is a communications and concierge service that provides support and assistance to Albertans using a telepresence robot. The robot is equipped with a camera, speaker, and microphone, so it can be used for things like checking in on loved ones, getting help with household tasks, or even just having a conversation.
Dan Giurescu
Blockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize how businesses operate. By providing a secure and transparent way to verify data, blockchain can help companies reduce risk and protect their bottom lines. Credivera is a company that is at the forefront of this technology, offering unique solutions that allow users to transparently verify personal information and have complete control over their data. In this episode, CEO Dan Giurescu explains why blockchain benefits businesses and how Credivera is leading the way in this exciting field.