Annex Business Media: Podcasts

Avnan is a global electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in custom design and manufacturing solutions for OEMs. The business provides end-to-end services in custom electronic product design, contract manufacturing and custom component sourcing. The company serves a number of industries such as HVAC, home appliances, renewable energy, telematics and building automation.

Visitor management systems have evolved from sticker nametags and sign-in sheets to robust platforms to track visitor access to a location. Dan Nohr, Solutions Development Engineer and North American Product Manager for Visitor Management Systems at Salto, shares insights about how visitor management systems can help enhance security, improve efficiency and support compliance and regulations.

Software-defined manufacturing (SDM)offers a way to organizations to better orchestrate work between man and machine and kickstart the long game of effective technology investment to future-proof IT and OT operations. It has the potential to help manufacturers address challenges, satisfy customer needs and create competitive advantage.

In this episode of Machine Language, Tim Gaus, Smart Manufacturing Leader at Deloitte, joins us to discuss how software-defined manufacturing can be a game changer. He explains why Software-Defined Manufacturing (SDM) is gaining traction in the manufacturing industry, how it helps manufacturers create smart factories, its key benefits, how it can address long-term issues such as supply chain challenges and more.

With hemp (or red state weed) thriving in the United States and marijuana still stigmatized, the 2024 election could redefine the future of the North American cannabis industry. Denver attorney Bob Hoban and Vancouver lawyer Rob Laurie explore the implications on both sides of the border.

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Join cultivators Patrick Pagé of Great White North Growers and Mehgan Race Widdison of Mauve et Herbes as they share their commercial agriculture experiences in Quebec. Hear how their unique lifestyle, commitment to the craft and camaraderie with fellow growers propels the industry forward, creating a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in Canadian cannabis.

Groupe Marcelle is a Canadian manufacturer of cosmetics, with a supply chain spanning the globe. They are continuing on an Industry 4.0 journey, and the CEO David Cape sits down to talk about how the company has evolved over the years, and where it’s headed next in the world of cosmetics manufacturing.

Want to hear inspiring stories from women who are breaking barriers in the construction industry? Tune into this episode of Direct & Current to learn about the Ontario Building and Construction Tradeswomen’s new Speakers’ Bureau.

Host Anthony Capkun is joined by Kate Walsh to talk about this exciting initiative that connects organizations with skilled tradeswomen ready to share their experiences. From electricians and carpenters to boilermakers and beyond, these women are passionate about inspiring the next generation of tradespeople.

Discover how the Speakers’ Bureau is helping to change perceptions about women in the skilled trades and providing a platform for these remarkable individuals to share their journeys. Whether you’re a student, educator, business leader or event planner, you’ll want to know more about OBCT’s Speakers’ Bureau.

A lot has changed in the world of law enforcement since the 1980s. Mike Callaghan, who recently retired as the Chief of the Belleville Police Service, left public safety with over 38 years of policing experience.

In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder sat down with Callaghan to look back at his incredible career, and to see what has changed for police most over the last four decades.

We hope you enjoy this special podcast episode, dedicated to celebrating Blue Line’s 35th anniversary.

Bakers Journal editor Colleen Cross speaks with Anthony Borgo, coordinator of the baking and pastry arts program and professor of apprentice cook and culinary programs at Georgian College in Barrie, Ont., about his work with students, what they are looking for in a career (hint: leadership positions) and what skills the professional bakers of tomorrow are learning. We also delve into Borgo’s rich culinary and baking background, his influences and finish with five rapid-fire questions about baking, pizza, pasta and more!

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Learn more about Georgian College and the professional bakers of tomorrow here.

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Members of law enforcement face traumatic incidents quite often as they carry out their duties. But how can we support those members as they return to work?

In this episode of Blue Line, The Podcast, editor Brittani Schroeder is joined by Chief Mental Health Officer Derek Sienko and RCMP S/Sgt. Ray Savage to talk about the National Reintegration Program, how first responders return to work after traumatic incidents and the gap that exists between clinicians and employers.