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Ep. 141: Canada's Opportunity to Build Relations With Asia
Donald Trump's isolationist and anti-trade rhetoric aimed at Asia presents an opportunity for Canada. That is according to Stewart Beck of the Asia Pacific Foundation. But are we capitalizing on this?
Ep. 127: Is the investment Trump Bump Real?
Are the stock markets rebounding because of Donald Trump?
Ep. 120: Workplace Inclusion, SAP Autism Employment Program
1% of people in the world has autism. One company has mandated that 1% of its workforce should too. SAP Canada's Kirsten Sutton says this is not some "feel good" program. Rather, it's a program that is reshaping the company and is paying dividends.
Ep. 116: The Financial Realities of Getting Married After 50
There are multiple reasons why, after a half century of living, it gets harder for couples to get together. That is according to Tracy Theemes, a certified financial planner with a keen eye on the complex issues related to marriage later in life.
Ep. 112: The Path to the Executive Suite for Women
There are steps to the path to leadership for women in complex international organizations. That is according to Petra Kuret, Managing Director at Accenture
Ep. 107: Practice Informed Investing To Protect Yourself
Pamela McDonald, Director of Communications and Education for the Commission, says, “We take that responsibility very seriously and we do it in a number of ways. We license and oversee the people who deal in investments, we make and enforce the rules of conduct and we educate investors to empower them with the tools that allow them to make informed decisions.”
Ep. 095: Is Shipping in BC's Coastal Waters Safe?
When it comes to shipping safety on the West Coast and in Canada, the numbers speak for themselves. That is according to Robert Lewis-Manning, the President of the Chamber of Shipping in BC, on the state of the industry in the coastal waters of British Columbia.
Ep. 089: Vancouver Housing Market Dumps Millennials
Vancouver is on the cusp of becoming a generational ghost town. That is according to Paul Kershaw of Generation Squeeze.
Ep. 085: Certify Your Company as Ethical and Sustainable
What is the B Corp movement? According to Craig Ryan, a B Corp is to corporations what LEED is to building design.
Ep. 080: Ensuring Success for Women in Tech
The percentage of women in computing sciences is exceptionally low and many experts point to the introduction of the Personal Computer as the culprit.
Ep. 072: Attracting women to the mining industry
There are many challenges facing mining companies committed to increasing women in their ranks at all levels.
Ep. 068: How to Become a Social Entrepreneur
Saul Minkoff has had quite the adventure in social entrepreneurialism. In 2013, he was part of a team competing for the Hult Prize offered by the Clinton Global Initiative to create a business that would help provide food security for 20 million people by 2020.
Ep. 067: What Does A Working Port Do?
“We have the most complex port environment.” That is what Port Metro Vancouver's Peter Xotta hears from shippers from around the world about Vancouver’s port.
Ep. 060: British Columbia's Economic Report Card
"We probably will see fast economic growth this year and perhaps next year as well, close to Ontario, so we'll be right near the top of the heap of the provincial growth rankings."
Ep. 053: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
Vicki Saunders is the driving force behind SheEO, an investment fund aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs through “Radical Generosity.”
Ep. 048: Smart Investors Take the High Road
“We’ve seen market volatility before and we’ll see it again." That is according to Murray Leith, the head of research at Odlum Brown. He points out fluctuations are a natural part of the investment cycle.
Ep. 047: Why there are fewer young Canadian entrepreneurs
There are a number of reasons why the rates of young entrepreneurs are dropping. They include, but are not limited to: a) high education debts upon graduation, b) a strong job market, c) high risk and d) a very complex business landscape.
Ep. 037: The Leadership Path for Canadian Women
What are some of the obstacles that women face in seeking leadership roles?
Ep. 035: Shattering The Glass Ceiling
For female workers, is the glass ceiling still there or has the landscape changed?
Ep. 034: What Role Do Banks Play In Shaping Economy?
What role do financial institutions play in shaping the community we call home?