Collisions YYC – Details, episodes & analysis

In today’s episode, host Tyler Chisholm is joined by the Director of Transportation at Pollution Probe, Cedric Smith, to discuss the future of vehicle fleets - particularly school buses. They explore the cost advantages, the critical role of federal incentives, and the game-changing impact on total ownership costs. From cold weather challenges to the potential of solar integration, Cedric's insights highlight why fleet operators should start incorporating electric vehicles and investing in technician training now. This isn't just about technology—it's about cleaner air, healthier communities, and a sustainable future.

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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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:
 
Cedric Smith’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedric-m-s
Pollution Probe’s Website: https://www.pollutionprobe.org
Pollution Probe’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pollutionprobe
Pollution Probe’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pollutionprobe
Pollution Probe’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PollutionProbe

Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

In today’s episode, host Tyler Chisholm is joined by Kamales Lardi, CEO of Lardi and Partner Consulting and a thought leader in digital transformation. Kamales outlines her 4 building blocks for successful digital transformation, stressing the importance of customer experience design, product and service digitization, people and organizational structures, and business model innovation. She also explores the challenges traditional companies face in adapting to change and the significance of empathy and purpose in driving sustainable success.

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:
 
Kamales Lardi’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamaleslardi
Kamales Lardi’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kamaleslardi
Kamales Lardi’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/KamLardi
Lardi & Partner Consulting’s Website: https://www.lardipartner.com
Lardi & Partner Consulting’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lardipartner

Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

In today’s episode, host Tyler Chisholm sits down to chat with Derek Hovinga to delve into the intricacies of modern marketing and startup ecosystems. They explore the challenges of social media validation, the pivotal role of content in building long-term trust, and the unique complexities of B2B sales cycles. Derek highlights the importance of blending organic and paid advertising while emphasizing buyer behaviour shifting towards seeking information rather than direct sales pitches. Derek discusses his work at Inbound Lab, including his focus on customer discovery interviews and leveraging AI tools to better understand client needs.

This episode is sponsored 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 Hovinga’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-hovinga-he-him-94617115/

The Inbound Lab’s Website: https://www.theinboundlab.ca

The Inbound Lab’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-inbound-lab

The Inbound Lab’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_inbound_lab

The Inbound Lab’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@derekthecreator

Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

On this episode of Collisions YYC, host Tyler Chisholm welcomes April and Marissa to talk about their entrepreneurial journey. They delve into finding the right partners within an organization and how partnerships create tangible feedback. They discuss the benefits of a diversity of thought and how biases affect an organization’s culture, ability to retain staff, and bottom line. Listeners will also hear about the challenges of working in the DEI space and how protecting time is essential through personal growth and self-awareness. 

The episode is sponsored by Givesome, an online charitable giving platform that allows companies to engage with their employees to promote charitable giving.

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

Website: https://www.collisionsyyc.com

Thank you for tuning into Collisions YYC!

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If you loved the episode, please leave us a 5-star review and share the show with your friends!

We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.

Host links:

Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholm

Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm

Guest links:

Toast: https://www.trytoast.ca

April Hicke’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilhicke/

Marissa McNeelands’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissamcneelands/

Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

Host Tyler Chisholm discusses buying and selling established businesses with Liz MacRae, Head of Partnerships at Village Wellth. Gain clarity on this “underground market” and the ins and outs of selling or buying an established business. You'll also learn more about the tech ecosystem in Alberta and why Village Wellth leverages technology and subscription models.

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

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!

We sincerely appreciate your support of our local podcast.

Host links:

Tyler’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/tylerchisholm

Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm

Guest links:

Village Wellth: https://www.villagewellth.com

Liz MacRae's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethmacrae

Collisions YYC is a Tyler Chisholm original production // Brought to you by clearmotive marketing

In this episode, explore the nuanced and sometimes uncomfortable world of negotiations with Mark Raffan, Founder of Negotiations Ninja. Regardless of your job title, negotiations are part of our daily lives and influence how we can resolve conflict and communicate. Mark shares his perspective on negotiating, including why the idea of a “win-win” is nothing but a fever dream, and gives you crucial tips on which mindset is the best to approach negotiating with, including considering the incentives of both parties.

Negotiating is something that takes time to prepare properly for. Mark talks extensively about multi-million dollar organizations in the US, but the lessons are relevant for any sized business. In enterprise-level companies, the average buying group consists of around 11 people. Knowing the counterparty’s culture, financials, role, and incentives can help you negotiate. And understanding the incentives of both parties is crucial since the person negotiating and the person they represent may have different incentives and different visions of what a “win” or “fair” negotiation means. By working on your communication and conflict skills and preparing thoroughly, you’ll be able to negotiate even the toughest scenarios with clarity between both parties.

In this episode of CYYC, we are joined by Dr. Jason Rogers, the Head of School at Rundle College Society, who shares his bold vision for the future of education. He is a true trailblazer, driven by a commitment to providing personalized education that’s accessible to all. Jason has been instrumental in creating Rundle’s innovative Studio program, which aims to support neurodivergent students with digital programming. He shares how the program leverages digital tools like Zoom, Canvas, and VR to deliver world-class instruction at an affordable cost with the capability to scale to serve more students. Through the Studio and other programs, Rundle College meets students where they are at and how they learn, and helps them reach their full potential - no matter what barriers they may experience.

If you’re an entrepreneur, chances are you’re fairly comfortable with messiness and failure. Yet the ability to fail, dust yourself off and try another way isn’t a core competency taught in our schools. Rundle College is working to change that with its focus on metacognition and student-centric programming. Jason also explores the true power of universal design and how it can empower more people to gain access to the things that matter to them. You will also gain insights into how technology-enabled classrooms, and programming creates multiple benefits for students and educators, as well as the impact of digital citizenry and AI as the lines between real and virtual worlds continue to blend. 

Dive into the world of automation with Jasmeen Virk and Marty Bince, esteemed members of the Society of Automation, in this episode. From your trusty kitchen appliances to large, energy-producing facilities, automation is all around us, revolutionizing how we tackle tasks. Join Jasmeen, who brings her expertise from Spartan Controls, as she highlights the vital role automation plays in enhancing safety, efficiency, and revenue generation. Discover the true essence of automation, its boundaries, and the industries set to thrive with its implementation, and unlock the invaluable resources provided by the Society of Automation for mentorship and education in this cutting-edge field. This episode will reshape your perspective on automation’s boundless possibilities and how Western Canada uses it to create wealth and attract international customers.

Technology is always pushing, and automation is no exception. The Society of Automation was founded in North America and is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community and establishing industry standards. Jasmeen and Marty explain society's programs and how students can connect with them. They also break down the innovation and entrepreneurial aspects of how the Society helps businesses advance their organization or products. This episode is filled with surprising information and observations and will provide context and insights around automation so you can stay ahead of the curve.

In this episode, hear from father and daughter ranchers and Co-Founders of Business Wide View, BJ and Skyler Fuchs. They understood that just because their grandfather, uncles, and dad did things one way, the explosion of AgTech means viewing ranching through a wider, newer lens. BJ and Skyler highlight the challenges of lessening diversification on farms and ranches and the massive scale modern farms need - most being 10,000 or 20,000 acres in their neck of the woods. But they’re not only focused on building a stronger agriculture community with producers; they’re also aiming to educate and inspire consumers who are curious about finding local products or learning more about the industry.

As consumers continue to increase their awareness around sustainability and where their food comes from, producers and consumers still have an unfortunate gap. Business Wide View is changing that through fun and educational content that helps consumers understand the realities of farming, such as 15-hour days and the need to do chores even on holidays. When consumers connect with your story, they will spend more and stay loyal. Whether you have farming in your family or are a curious consumer, this episode will inform and delight you while demonstrating the need for innovative avenues to succeed — particularly in tight-margin, high-competition environments.

In this episode, delve into the significance of ESG from the perspectives of opportunity, challenge, and liability with Conor Chell, Head of MLT Aikens’ ESG Practice Group. Conor’s frank yet optimistic viewpoint sheds light on the predicament faced by numerous small and mid-sized energy companies burdened with ESG compliance obligations that surpass their available resources. He also underscores the advantages of stringent regulations, particularly in terms of investment and policy implications. 

Conor and his team at MLT Aikens guide clients toward mitigating liability and capitalizing on opportunities arising from the growing awareness, regulations and customer preferences for companies with focused ESG commitments. Conor emphasizes the evolving regulatory landscape in Canada, including the introduction of a new anti-slavery bill that mandates reporting obligations and due diligence related to slavery in supply chains, impacting organizations across the board. Gain invaluable insights into ESG, uncover lesser-known aspects, and discover how it can serve as a silver lining for your organization.