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Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcast

Al Del Degan
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Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas - the Rainforest podcast showcases those who are contributing to and / or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta. Rainforest Alberta is a world-class community of dreamers and doers, connected by a common goal of making Alberta fertile ground for building, developing, and growing innovative ideas into sustainable ventures. rainforestab.ca

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In this high-energy episode of Leaders, Innovators, and Big Ideas (LIBI), host Rea Hailley welcomes Julie Cole, the "recovered lawyer" and co-founder of the iconic brand Mabel’s Labels. Julie shares the 22-year journey of her business, which began in... more

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This episode of Leaders, Innovators, and Big Ideas (LIBI), host Rea Hailley sits down with Dawn, a veteran registered nurse turned entrepreneur, to tackle the "big, ugly, audacious goal" of fixing the nursing workforce crisis. With over 18 years of e... more

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In this insightful episode of LIBI, host Peter Beaudoin sits down with Jim Flett, the Managing Director of Sturgeon River Utilities. As a 100% Métis community-owned energy marketer based in St. Albert, this trailblazing entity is rewriting the script... more

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In this insightful episode of Leaders, Innovators, and Big Ideas (LIBI), host Rea Hailley sits down with Terri Davis, the visionary founder of Profound Talent and oolu. With 25 years of recruitment expertise, Terri shares her journey of transforming ... more

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Recent Guests

Dawn Leadbetter
A registered nurse with 18 years of experience in various healthcare settings and a focus on improving the nursing profession.
Episode: Beyond the Bedside: Empowering the Modern Nursepreneur
Jim Flett
Managing director of Sturgeon River Utilities, a 100% Métis community-owned energy marketer
Sturgeon River Utilities
Episode: The Power of Own-Source Revenue: Building a Sustainable Future for the St. Albert Métis District
Terri Davis
Founder and CEO of ProFound Talent and Ouloo
ProFound Talent
Episode: Swipe Right on Talent: How AI is Ending the Recruitment "Black Hole"
Daniella Jasper-Okumagba
Owner of Catering Concierge, focusing on ethnic food representation
Catering Concierge
Episode: A 7:00 AM Disaster: How One Major Failure Became a Catalyst for Success
Debbie Van Camp
Owner of Connected Business Women Network
Connected Business Women Network
Episode: 16 Years of Never Giving Up: How Debbie Van Camp Created a Thriving Network for Women Entrepreneurs
Cindy Sim
CEO and founder of Team CarePal
Team CarePal
Episode: From Hospital Bedside to Boardroom: Co-Designing the Future of Family Care
Kirstey Jane
intuitive healing and breakthrough coach
Episode: The No-Fluff Guide to Hacking Your Emotions and Unlocking Success
Kristen Carrier
Co-founder of 7 Summit Snacks, a chocolate scientist specializing in functional energy chocolate
7 Summit Snacks
Episode: The Chocolate Scientist and the Spirit Founder
Jessica Erlendson
Expert on menopause and founder of the Canadian Peri-Menopause and Menopause Support Group.
Episode: Navigating the Menopause Maze: Stories and Strategies

Hosts

Rea Hailley
Co-founder of New Idea Machine; frequent host and interviewer across episodes.
Al Del Degan
Creator and producer of the Libby Podcast; frequent guest and host.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Great Quality👌👌

    Excellent story and quality information about ecosystem in Alberta. It’s perfect.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stonill Buffer46
    Canada4 years ago
  • The Day First With Robert Herritt On The Rainforest Podcast 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    The day first i heard this podcast. I was really surprised that day. Because this podcast is the best of all the podcasts I've heard so far. I enjoyed so much this podcast's leatest ep ''Robert Herritt'' and listened attentively his inforrmative story about how easily ''Styrofoam'' can be recycled into new products avoiding the landfill.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C-Town ,Michel
    Canada4 years ago
  • Best Topic with Great Host ❤Al del Degan !

    Great insight, always best topic about who are contributing to and or supporting the innovation ecosystem in Alberta also we can connect here great host my favourite 🥰Al Del Degan. Please Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coasite-VC
    Canada4 years ago
  • LIbI Podcast!

    This LIBI podcast is exceptional! So importent concept and great idea & advice. Genuinely world changing stuff, well worth your time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicole_-Petra
    Canada4 years ago
  • Robert Herritt💕

    Experienced Robert Herritt, President of StyroGo He is a man of extraordinary personality.He is helping put Canada on the world map in leading the charge to a Zero plastic waste future.. It was great to be associated with him!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sabine997
    Canada4 years ago

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Guests are varied, often female founders or community leaders with tangible impact.
Professionally produced with strong guest lineups.
The host maintains a collaborative, supportive interview style and invites diverse perspectives.
Shows a clear focus on Alberta's innovation ecosystem and practical entrepreneurship.

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Managing Six Kids and a Global Brand: Productivity Hacks from Julie Cole
Q: How do you deal with conflict in your team?
Conflict can be productive if managed well, and learning each other's communication styles is essential to resolve issues effectively.
Managing Six Kids and a Global Brand: Productivity Hacks from Julie Cole
Q: What advice would you give to another entrepreneur who's maybe just starting out?
Know your risk appetite and manage expectations, as entrepreneurship often looks different from the romanticized version people imagine.
The Power of Own-Source Revenue: Building a Sustainable Future for the St. Albert Métis District
Q: How is it going now?
It's going really well with significant progress in customer sign-ups and satisfaction.
The Power of Own-Source Revenue: Building a Sustainable Future for the St. Albert Métis District
Q: What was the community engagement process like to get to that decision?
The process involved extensive consultations and meetings within the community to discuss the utility ownership.
The Power of Own-Source Revenue: Building a Sustainable Future for the St. Albert Métis District
Q: Can you tell us, Jim, a little bit about Sturgeon River Utilities and what you guys do?
Sturgeon River Utilities is an Alberta-based energy marketer that provides electricity and natural gas to homes and businesses.

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Recent guests on Leaders, Innovators and Big Ideas include:

1. Dawn Leadbetter
2. Jim Flett
3. Terri Davis
4. Daniella Jasper-Okumagba
5. Debbie Van Camp
6. Cindy Sim
7. Kirstey Jane
8. Kristen Carrier

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