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In this final episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by COO of Long View Systems and catalyst to beginning Collisions YYC, Kevin Crowe, to explore the evolution of Western Canadian business, the growing importance of tech sovereignty, and the role of thoughtful leadership in today’s complex world. From the changing face of Alberta’s economy to the human side of innovation, this episode is both a celebration and a reflection—marking the end of a podcast chapter that’s elevated hundreds of voices across the region.
In this episode:
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
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Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Kevin Crowe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-crowe-2a709432
Long View Systems’ Website: https://www.longviewsystems.com
Long View Systems’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/longviewsystems
Long View Systems’ Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/longviewsystems
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by Hugo Lafontaine, Vice President of Schneider Electric, to unpack the human side of digital transformation in Canada’s infrastructure and energy sectors. From automation to AI, Hugo offers a refreshing take on why technology alone isn’t enough to drive progress—and why Canada needs to rethink its approach to risk, mentorship, and innovation culture.
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
"By doing all that at the same time—making sure you grow, making sure you’re profitable, and being sustainable—they’re not mutually exclusive, they actually can work quite well together.” - Hugo Lafontaine
“The main reason [the US is accelerating] is the massive investment that countries, sectors, and so on are doing with technology.” - Hugo Lafontaine
“Technology is not going to come and fix your process.” - Hugo Lafontaine
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Hugo Lafontaine’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugolafontaine
Schneider Electric’s Website: https://www.se.com/ca/en/
Schneider Electric’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/schneider-electric
Schneider Electric’s Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/SchneiderElectric
Schneider Electric’s Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/schneiderelectric
Schneider Electric’s X: https://www.x.com/SchneiderElecCA
Schneider Electric’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/SchneiderElectric
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by Katrina German, Founder and CEO of Ethical Digital, to explore how we can build technology that respects people. From AI governance to inclusive design, Katrina shares the mission behind her company’s work: making digital tools that are not only effective, but truly ethical. They explore into how organizations can implement AI and data systems responsibly, how diverse teams lead to better tech, and why we’re at a critical crossroads in digital evolution. Katrina offers practical strategies, personal stories, and big-picture thinking about what it means to create tech with humanity at its core.
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
"Technology is influencing every single industry. It is creating the future as we speak.” - Katrina German
“If we want to see changes in the Internet, we need to make sure that corporations and businesses are educated in terms of what some of these impacts are of where they're putting their money.” - Katrina German
“ The biggest skill you need right now is resilience.” - Katrina German
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Katrina German’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinagerman
Katrina German’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katrinavision
Ethical Digital’s Website: https://www.ethicaldigital.ca
Ethical Digital’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ethicaldigitalca
Ethical Digital’s Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/ethical_digital
Ethical Digital’s Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/EthicalDigitalCA
Ethical Digital’s X: https://www.x.com/Ethical_Digital
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by Bri Falls, Co-Founder and CEO of Leeg Group, a Calgary-based consultancy challenging conventional HR and people operations. Bri shares her perspective on how organizations can build better human systems by addressing the root causes of dysfunction, not just the symptoms. From shifting HR from transactional to strategic, to navigating co-leadership and founder vulnerability, Bri offers sharp, honest insight into what it takes to lead a truly people-first organization. This episode is a must-listen for leaders, founders, and HR professionals looking to build work cultures rooted in trust, transparency, and long-term thinking.
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
"The cage does not exist. You are making a cage around yourself and all you have to do is open the door and walk through it.” - Bri Falls
“We all feel scared for some reason or another. The most powerful thing is momentum. And just keep swimming.” - Bri Falls
“Bravery isn’t the absence of feeling fear. It’s just the fact that you keep walking through it when you’re uncomfortable.” - Bri Falls
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Bri Falls’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bri-falls-21718498/
Bri Falls’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianamfalls
Leeg Group’s Website: https://www.leegworks.com
Leeg Group’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leeg-group/
Leeg Group’s Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/leeg.works
Leeg Group’s Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/leeg.works
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by Derek Crager, Founder of Practical AI, the mind behind Practical AI and creator of Pocket Mentor, an AI-powered voice companion that delivers scalable, personalized coaching for real-world leadership challenges. Drawing from his deep experience in the tech space, including his time at Amazon, Derek shares how simplicity, empathy, and human-centred design inform his approach to AI development. The conversation explores how Pocket Mentor bridges the gap between formal training and everyday problem-solving, offering just-in-time guidance in moments that matter from onboarding and performance feedback to high-stakes leadership decisions. Derek also discusses the ethical responsibilities of building AI tools, especially those that influence how people lead, manage, and grow in their roles. If you're curious about how AI can enhance human capability in the workplace, this episode is a must-listen.
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
"We use AI not to think for the person, but to think with the person, just like a true mentor would.” - Derek Crager
“The best interface a human has is another human. And that can be a true human or it could be AI with the voice of a human acting as a proxy.” - Derek Crager
“AI is a tool and we can use it, you know, for humanity or against humanity...we are at a dividing point right now. We are at a fork in the road.” - Derek Crager
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Derek Crager’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amazonleadership
Practical AI’s Website: https://www.practicalai.app
Practical AI’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/practical-ai-for-business
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler is joined by Paul Moore, longtime Calgary executive and author of Hitchhiking Through Management: Moore’s 10 Laws for Successful Leadership. Together, they explore the often-overlooked realities of stepping into management roles, from the emotional toll to the strategic responsibility of leading teams.
In this episode:
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Paul Moore’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmoore100
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler Chisholm welcomes Andrew Bullied, Co-Founder and Sales Director of Annex Ale Project, for an inside look at how one of Calgary’s most creative breweries became a beverage company to watch. While known for their beer, it’s their soda line—playful, nostalgic, and totally unique—that’s stealing the spotlight. Andrew explores how Annex’s non-alcoholic sodas went from taproom curiosity to a core business line, appealing to everyone from sober adults to soda-loving kids. They talk brand flexibility, beverage innovation, local sourcing, and how embracing fun can be a serious strategy. If you're interested in entrepreneurship, product expansion, or the future of craft beverage, this episode fizzes with insight.
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
“The beer consumer that wants new and exciting bold flavours and they want to be challenged with the things.” - Andrew Bullied
“One thing that we've really focused on over the last years is not being too precious about a brand.” - Andrew Bullied
“The giant breweries like Asahi and Heineken and Guinness, they're driving the non-alcoholic beer market and they've invested in technology to make sure it actually tastes pretty good.” - Andrew Bullied
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Andrew Bullied’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-bullied-031b33262
Annex Ale Project’s Website: https://www.annexales.com
Annex Ale Project’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/annex-ale-project/
Annex Ale Project’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annexales
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler chats with Elaine Wilson, CEO of CUPS Calgary AB, for a timely conversation on Red Express—a holiday initiative that brings joy, dignity, and relief to Calgary families facing real economic hardship. Red Express is more than a gift program, it’s an extension of CUPS' broader mission: to walk alongside Calgarians navigating trauma, poverty, and health challenges, and to provide long-term, integrated care that helps families build brighter futures. Elaine brings grounded insight into what’s happening on Calgary’s frontlines—from food insecurity to housing gaps—and shares how partnerships like Red Express reflect what’s possible when community steps up.
If you would like to support Red Express, please visit: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/fundraising/2025-red-express
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
“We are essential parts of the social fabric of our communities.” - Elaine Wilson
“Calgary would look really different if nonprofits didn’t exist.” - Elaine Wilson
“I think something Cups does well in all areas of our programming is that outreach component. We go out and we build connection, we build relationship, we show up for people and we work to really empower them.” - Elaine Wilson
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Elaine Wilson’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaine-wilson-3307335a
CUPS Calgary AB’s Website: https://www.cupscalgary.com
CUPS Calgary AB’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cups-health-and-education-centres
CUPS Calgary AB’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CUPSCalgaryAB
CUPS Calgary AB’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CUPSCalgaryAB/
CUPS Calgary AB’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/CUPSCalgary1989
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
Tyler Chisholm talks with Brian McLennan, CEO and co-founder of Link—a Calgary-based fintech platform revolutionizing how workplace savings plans are built and delivered across Canada. Rather than compete with financial institutions, Link enables them. The company provides a white-label infrastructure for banks, credit unions, and employers to deliver modern, digital-first retirement savings plans like RRSPs, TFSAs, and pensions.
Brian shares how Link is helping close the access gap for the more than 50% of working Canadians who currently have no workplace savings plan—and why that's not just a market opportunity, but a national challenge. They discuss the shift from legacy administration models to flexible, advisor-friendly platforms; the ROI of employer matching; and how even the smallest businesses can now offer big-company benefits. Brian also unpacks Link’s early pivots, the power of partnerships, and why solving the infrastructure problem is the key to lasting impact.
In this episode:
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
“Ultimately what we're trying to accomplish is afford employees the ability to have a *dignified retirement*—to retire on their own terms.” - Brian McClennon
“Energy stocks can make 25-year-old millionaires—or cut portfolios in half. Diversify.” - Brian McClennon
“Australia’s superannuation system shows what happens when saving is mandated—assets in the trillions, people ready for retirement.” - Brian McClennon
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Brian McClennon’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmcclennon
Link Investment Management’s Website: https://www.link-plans.com
Link Investment Management’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/link-investment-management
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
In this episode of Collisions YYC, Tyler chats with Josh Rainbow, founder of Future Summit, a uniquely curated conference that’s fast becoming Canada’s premiere platform for innovation. Held annually in Calgary, Future Summit brings together leaders from AI, energy, aerospace, robotics, and more to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future. Josh walks us through the behind-the-scenes mechanics of producing a large-scale event with intention—sharing how curated dinners, experiential salons, and smart sponsor management help foster real relationships. With over 90 speakers, cross-sector partnerships, and a clear Calgary-first ethos, Future Summit is more than a conference. It’s a platform for change.
In this episode:
* How curated collisions replace keynotes and pitch decks
* The importance of building cross-sector, cross-generational networks
* Balancing sponsor ROI with authentic engagement
* Creating tangible next steps for attendees
* Calgary’s moment as a national and global innovation hub
* Why community and humility are core to building impactful events
Top 3 Wisdom Bombs
“If you’re not building something for Calgary, in Calgary, with Calgary—why should anyone else care?” - Josh Rainbow
“Most people underestimate the power of a 10-person dinner to change the trajectory of a company.” - Josh Rainbow
“It’s not about having a tech event. It’s about creating the room where the right people get to meet at the right time.” - Josh Rainbow
This episode is brought to you by clearmotive marketing. When it comes to marketing that truly matters to your business, clearmotive is your go-to partner. With a proven track record of more than 15 years, they understand what makes your business tick. Learn more at https://www.clearmotive.ca and discover how clearmotive can help your marketing thrive.
We’re on social media! Follow us for episodes you might have missed and key insights on Western Canada directly on your feeds.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collisionsyyc
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/collisions-yyc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@collisionsyyc
Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com
Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!
Remember to subscribe and follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode.
If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends! These things really help us reach more potential fans and share everything that’s amazing about Western Canada.
We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.
Host links:
Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com
Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm
Guest links:
Josh Rainbow’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarainbow
Future Summit’s Website: https://www.futuresummit.ai
Future Summit’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/futurexsummit/
Future Summit’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurexsummit
Future Summit’s X: https://www.x.com/futurexsummit
Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing
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