Annex Business Media: Podcasts

This episode of Machine Language features an interview with Melonee Wise, CEO of Fetch Robotics, who discusses key features of the new ANSI standard for industrial mobile robots. Wise discusses what R15.08 means for mobile robot manufacturers, end users and the market, plus misconceptions about mobile robot safety.

In this episode of the Canadian Pizza Podcast, editor Colleen Cross talks with Mo Chaar, Chief Commercial Officer of Givex, about how in-house digital systems can work well with third-party delivery services to give you as an operator more control over customer service and loyalty. This podcast is sponsored by Givex. Givex is the number one provider of POS solutions, management systems, gift cards, loyalty and analytics to restaurants, retail and quick-service restaurant industries. Thanks for listening. You can find us at canadianpizzamag.com and on Sound Cloud. Let us know what you think and what you’d like to hear on future podcasts!

Overhead cranes play a significant role in the production capability for many companies, and can become an operational risk without a compliance-based inspection. Doug Clark and Kevin Toms of Hoisting Ltd. explore aspects of compliance, safety and productivity, and also unpack best practices when it comes to inspections.

Len Garis, director of research for the National Indigenous Fire Safety Council project, shares how the NIFSC is helping fire safety for First Nations. Garis talks with Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy about the problem of insufficient data on First Nations communities and the mission to develop better research and services for Indigenous people.

Click to listen to an interview with David Mannila, Product Manager for TASI Product Integrity, talking about the Studio 2.0, how far along the adoption of Industry 4.0 tools are, and how data and automation can help manufacturers become more efficient on production lines.

Peel Regional Police recently launched a new Intimate Partner Violence Unit to address the growing number of domestic violence incidents in the area. The service aims to break down silos by working closely with other community service providers. The unit is based on the Family Justice Centre model, where various agencies offer services for survivors of family violence in the same location. Officers from the unit will be available seven days per week, around the clock, to address all calls related to intimate partner and family disputes, which are among the top four call types in Peel. This episode feature PRP Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich and Detective Constable Kathy Kulbak. They join Blue Line editor Brieanna Charlebois for a conversation about the unit, its success so far and their plans for the future.

Bartek’s food experts discuss ways to scale your product up without losing quality or cost. Listen to this episode of “On The Rise,” and learn what products can help you with clean-label solutions that keep your baked goods profitable and reputable.

In this episode, hosts Mari-Len De Guzman and Brian Vinci talk with Árni Páll Einarsson, CEO of Matorka, a pioneer in land-based production of arctic char based in Grindavik, Iceland. Einarsson talks about his company’s journey through its RAS production and the opportunities for sustainable seafood production in Iceland. Guest: Árni Páll Einarsson, CEO, Matorka

Alex Rumi, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Salt Spring Island, B.C. licensed producer Good Buds, talks to host Mari-Len De Guzman about growing cannabis outdoors. What are the real benefits as well as the challenges with outdoor cultivation, the keys to success and the opportunities ahead? Rumi answers all that and more in this episode of Grow Opportunity The Podcast. Guest: Alex Rumi, chief strategy officer and co-founder, Good Buds

When it comes to comparing wildfires from the past and right now, what changed? Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy and Penticton Fire Chief Larry Watkinson share their unique past experiences of the ‘crazy world’ of wildfires, as well as how wildfire services have significantly evolved over time.

Tim Wilkinson, fire chief for Richmond, B.C., shares how Richmond Fire-Rescue went from mired in public controversy to actively engaging diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for all. Wilkinson talks with Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy about how the Richmond department managed gender, inclusiveness and privacy inside the firehall alongside serving and recruiting in an extraordinarily diverse community.

COVID-19 has undoubtedly turned the world upside down — including how consumers spend their money. Steve Koenig, vice-president, research, Consumer Technology Association (CTA), recently sat down with Smart Homes to discuss all the ways that the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted consumer spending habits, and how it has accelerated change most notably in the smart fitness and automotive sector.

Click to listen to an interview with Val Ramanand, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Solaris Disinfection Inc., talking about the Lytbot, UV disinfection technology, and its implications outside of healthcare and in other manufacturing industries.

In this episode, Greeman, speaks about her role as President and how they pivoted during the ongoing global pandemic. She speaks about her journey in establishing Greeman Asset Management Solutions, and the successes she has achieved over the years. She also speaks about barriers she faced as she started out in the asset management world, and how she overcame these barriers. She speaks about the gender-related challenges she faced as a female working in a male-dominant field, and also the support she received in return. In this episode, Greeman gives advice to all females who are looking to advance leadership positions and senior roles, and how to overcome biases and barriers they might face.

Jan Dokter, of IREKS North America talks about malt and how it can add flavour, texture and even nutritious elements to your baking.

Urban and community forestry is an aspect of the industry that is often overlooked, but ensuring that they are established and managed in ways that meet local needs while contributing to national and global initiatives is critical. Consequently, the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) recently announced it would be developing a new standard, the Urban and Community Forest Sustainability Standard. To get a better understanding of why SFI decided to develop a new standard, the progress that has been made so far, and the impact urban and community forests have on the public and the environment, CFI editor Ellen Cools spoke with Paul Johnson, SFI’s director of urban and community forestry. According to Paul, “There is so much building evidence of the connection between trees and our ability not just to live in communities, but to thrive in our communities.” This standard “will give us an additional kind of roadmap to how to have a better program, and, at the same time, create an audited recognition program.

Bridging the gap between seafood producers and consumers is key to pushing the agenda of sustainability in the aquaculture industry. In this episode, hosts Brian Vinci and Mari-Len De Guzman speak with sustainable seafood advocate Jennifer Bushman about some of the practical and meaningful ways seafood producers can engage their consumers.

Security is a top of mind concern for consumers, especially now with more people staying home. Anne Ferguson, VP of Marketing, Alarm.com, recently sat down with Smart Homes to share her insights on what consumers are looking for when it comes to smart tech, and where she thinks it will move in the future.

Click to listen to an interview with Ainishah Hemraj, Head of Sales at Mosaic Manufacturing, talking about the 3D Printing, Mosaic’s offerings and performance during the pandemic, and the importance of having a diverse workforce in manufacturing.

Stacey Moreau is the director of the Leadership Development Centre at the Canadian Police College. She joins Blue Line editor Brieanna Charlebois for a conversation about the future of leadership development in Canadian policing. The CPC recently conducted a needs analysis of current national training standards focused on modernizing the approach to leadership development. Moreau discusses the findings.