Full Agenda
Monday, May 14
Tuesday, May 15
Wednesday, May 16
Event Time: 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Music Cities Hackathon
The Music Cities Hackathon offers a space for experts, entrepreneurs & students from different disciplines to come up with innovative and sustainable solutions to tackle challenges that cities worldwide are facing. Experts & students with backgrounds in disciplines including music, programming, architecture, urban planning, creative industries, design and science are encouraged to participate. The event kicks of on Sunday evening with a full day of hacking on Monday, closing with presentations and award ceremony at 8:00pm.
Event Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Early Badge Pick Up
Beat the line and pick up your badge for the #BCTECHSummit anytime between 10am and 6pm at the Vancouver Convention Centre West Building.
Event Time: 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Reconciliation Through Indigenous Language and Technology
The First Peoples’ Cultural Council will host a panel session and workshop to discuss best practices and issues related to technology for Indigenous language documentation, revitalization and learning. These local and internationally based experts will address topics related to language data sovereignty, language data security and will share Indigenous language tools and resources that have positively impacted and advanced language revitalization work in their communities.
Delegates attending the #BCTECH Summit are invited to attend this session, which will run from 10:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Museum of Vancouver. This is a free event and will include a catered lunch.
Visit the Eventbrite page for more information.
Event Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Lipsync Buildathon
Join a small group of people dedicated to making a difference for those living with limited mobility and spend Monday afternoon building easy-to-assemble Lip Sync devices. These mouth-controlled input devices allow those with little or no hand movement to operate a touchscreen device, opening up access to helpful apps, services and daily connections.
You can choose to come as an individual, or organize work-mates to spend the afternoon making these devices – then meet and fit the recipient of this device!
Event Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Women Who Tech | Collaborating on Action to Create an Inclusive Tech Sector
British Columbia’s technology sector is vibrant and thriving. But, we are young and there is a lot we can do as a community to cultivate a truly inclusive sector. We need this to continue to attract and retain both the world-class talent we are known for and grow the homegrown champions, savvy investors and the accelerators that collectively led to Vancouver’s recognition as Canada’s #1 Startup Ecosystem in 2017!
Join us for Women Who Tech: Collaborating on Action to Create an Inclusive Tech Sector, presented by the BC Innovation Council, BC Tech Association and the Raise Collective and powered by PwC.
Don’t miss this inspiring afternoon of real talk as we take a deeper look into what we’re doing right, what can be improved and where we’re headed!
Women Who Tech | Collaborating on Action to Create an Inclusive Tech Sector
Room 109
Event Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
British Columbia’s technology sector is vibrant and thriving. But, we are young and there is a lot we can do as a community to cultivate a truly inclusive sector. We need this to continue to attract and retain both the world-class talent we are known for and grow the homegrown champions, savvy investors and the accelerators that collectively led to Vancouver’s recognition as Canada’s #1 Startup Ecosystem in 2017!
Join us for Women Who Tech: Collaborating on Action to Create an Inclusive Tech Sector, presented by the BC Innovation Council, BC Tech Association and the Raise Collective and powered by PwC.
Don’t miss this inspiring afternoon of real talk as we take a deeper look into what we’re doing right, what can be improved and where we’re headed!
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Event Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
#BCTECH on the Terrace
Join us to kick off the #BCTECHSummit on May 14th at #BCTECH on the Terrace, a free public event presented by VANBEX. Come join us for local live music, food and drink and interactive science demonstrations starting at 5:00pm.
Visit our Facebook event page for more information!
#BCTECH on the Terrace
Event Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Join us to kick off the #BCTECHSummit on May 14th at #BCTECH on the Terrace, a free public event presented by VANBEX. Come join us for local live music, food and drink and interactive science demonstrations starting at 5:00pm.
Visit our Facebook event page for more information!
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Track 1 | Room 211
Track 2 | Room 301
Track 3 | Room 118
Track 4 | Room 109
Track 5 | 210 Foyer
REGISTRATION
OPENING PLENARY
Master of Ceremonies | Sophie Lui, Global BC & Tomica Divic, BC Innovation Council
Digital Transformation in Education | Anthony Salcito, Vice President of Worldwide Education, Microsoft
The New Digital Age: Transforming Businesses, Nations and Our Lives | Jared Cohen, CEO, Jigsaw
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Master of Ceremonies | Sophie Lui, Global BC & Tomica Divic, BC Innovation Council
Digital Transformation in Education | Anthony Salcito, Vice President of Worldwide Education, Microsoft
Technology has changed the way we all learn. Our schools and learning environments have greater potential to empower every student to learn at their own pace, in their own way, with insights driving a more personal connection. Hear how technology will power the future of personalized and predictive learning environments and empower educators and schools to shift the dynamics of the traditional school and classroom. The era of automation is winding down…the time for true transformation is upon us.
The New Digital Age: Transforming Businesses, Nations and Our Lives | Jared Cohen, CEO, Jigsaw
Businesses can’t afford to be complacent in the face of rapid technological innovation. Some of the most disruptive and world-changing innovations were invented in someone’s garage, while the world remained unaware of the next big thing. Having spent the past five years developing cutting-edge technologies for Google, Jared will explore the emerging technologies poised to disrupt and change the way we live and work. What do they mean for your business?
SPEAKERS
Honourable Janet Austin
Lieutenant Governor of British ColumbiaGovernment of British Columbia
Anthony Salcito
Vice President of Worldwide EducationMicrosoft
Tomica Divic
Managing Director Operations - BC Innovation Council#BCTECH Summit - Masters of Ceremonies
Sophie Lui
Anchor - Global BC#BCTECH Summit - Masters of Ceremonies
Jared Cohen
Founder / CEOGoogle Ideas / Jigsaw
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BC: The Perfect Place to Grow Tech
Taxes, Time Zone and Talent are only a few reasons to choose BC to start and grow your tech company. What else makes us “perfect”? Don’t miss this open dialogue with companies of various sizes who are starting, expanding or moving to B.C. to better understand their “why”. What policies are making this viable and what challenges do they need to overcome? What does perfect mean and are we really there?
BC: The Perfect Place to Grow Tech
Room 211
Taxes, Time Zone and Talent are only a few reasons to choose BC to start and grow your tech company. What else makes us “perfect”? Don’t miss this open dialogue with companies of various sizes who are starting, expanding or moving to B.C. to better understand their “why”. What policies are making this viable and what challenges do they need to overcome? What does perfect mean and are we really there?
SPEAKERS
Jesse Dougherty
General ManagerAmazon Vancouver
Rebecca Troelstra
COO & Co-Founder AvenueHQ
Jack Newton
CEOClio
Michael Tippett
Co-Founder TrueNorth
Emily Key
VP Operations Bench Accounting
Cameron Burke
Managing Director, Technology SectorPwC
Government is Innovating… And We Need YOU!
Learn how you can work with the Government! Hear from federal and provincial government agencies looking for innovative tech solutions. Hear them present their challenges and talk about the solutions they are seeking. It could be you!
Government is Innovating… And We Need YOU!
Room 220
Learn how you can work with the Government! Hear from federal and provincial government agencies looking for innovative tech solutions. Hear them present their challenges and talk about the solutions they are seeking. It could be you!
SPEAKERS
Samarth Mod
Founder & CEOFreshWorks Studio
Robert Smith
Executive DirectorInnovative Solutions Canada
Tess Menges
Supply Specialist, Office of Small and Medium EnterpriseBuild in Canada Innovation Program
Peter Watkins
Executive DirectorBC Developers’ Exchange
Future Jobs: Closing the Gap Between Industry and Education
Tech companies are faced with the real challenge of filling roles with qualified talent. Where are the gaps and what can we do to collectively close them? How can we improve the collaborative process and programs that are developed to address this reality? Participate in this conversation with others who are all deeply immersed in creating job-ready candidates and be a part of the solution.
Future Jobs: Closing the Gap Between Industry and Education
Room 118
Tech companies are faced with the real challenge of filling roles with qualified talent. Where are the gaps and what can we do to collectively close them? How can we improve the collaborative process and programs that are developed to address this reality? Participate in this conversation with others who are all deeply immersed in creating job-ready candidates and be a part of the solution.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Tom Roemer
Vice-President Academic BCIT
Jake Hirsch-Allen
Economic Graph and Learning Solutions for Higher Education Lead, CanadaLinkedIn
Ryan Peterson
CEOFinger Food Studios Inc
Patrick Pennefather
Founding Faculty MemberCentre for Digital Media
Kevin Wang
FounderMicrosoft Philanthropies TEALS
Accelerating Transformation: It’s a Quantum World
Digital computing has profoundly changed our world, but Moore’s Law of performance gains is drawing to an end. Quantum computers are the new paradigm and will accelerate transformation and capabilities of existing and future computing applications. Find out what some of the top innovators expect to achieve with this new technology and why they are already exploring the use of Quantum computers that demonstrate these capabilities.
Accelerating Transformation: It’s a Quantum World
Room 109
Digital computing has profoundly changed our world, but Moore’s Law of performance gains is drawing to an end. Quantum computers are the new paradigm and will accelerate transformation and capabilities of existing and future computing applications. Find out what some of the top innovators expect to achieve with this new technology and why they are already exploring the use of Quantum computers that demonstrate these capabilities.
SPEAKERS
Michael Helander
President and CEOOTI Lumionics Inc.
Kristen Pudenz
Senior Quantum Applications EngineerLockheed Martin
Alan Baratz
Senior Vice President, Software and ApplicationsD-Wave
Suzanne Gildert
CEOSanctuary AI
Lunch Panel: Creating Canadian Champions: How to Scale in Canada | Presented by BDC
Hear from some of BC’s leading technology companies on how to scale a global business. Moderated by BDC’s CEO Michael Denham, three leading BC tech companies will explore the challenges and opportunities for world-wide expansion through the different stages of scaling.
Lunch Panel: Creating Canadian Champions: How to Scale in Canada | Presented by BDC
Room 220
Hear from some of BC’s leading technology companies on how to scale a global business. Moderated by BDC’s CEO Michael Denham, three leading BC tech companies will explore the challenges and opportunities for world-wide expansion through the different stages of scaling.
SPEAKERS
Michael Denham
CEOBDC
Laurie Schultz
President and CEOACL Services
Stephen Ufford
Founder and CEOTrulioo
Ryan Holmes
CEOHootsuite Inc.
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Breakthrough in the Digital Age | Presented by Google Cloud
From AI to Autonomous everything, BlockChain to IoT, this afternoon the sessions will take a deep look at leadership in the digital revolution. What does it take to break through?
Breakthrough in the Digital Age | Presented by Google Cloud
Room 211
From AI to Autonomous everything, BlockChain to IoT, this afternoon the sessions will take a deep look at leadership in the digital revolution. What does it take to break through?
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Entrepreneurs, Building with Passion, Data and Purpose | Presented by Vancity
You became an entrepreneur because you have forward-thinking ideas and a deep passion for being your own boss and changing the world. These sessions will explore the basics of efficiency, time management and strategic thinking; build on communication and networking for growth skills; open your mind to financing opportunities you may not have tried yet; delve into branding and how it supports sales efforts; and leave you feeling more resilient and able to grow your business in meaningful ways. Arrive curious, leave with contacts.
Entrepreneurs, Building with Passion, Data and Purpose | Presented by Vancity
Room 118
You became an entrepreneur because you have forward-thinking ideas and a deep passion for being your own boss and changing the world. These sessions will explore the basics of efficiency, time management and strategic thinking; build on communication and networking for growth skills; open your mind to financing opportunities you may not have tried yet; delve into branding and how it supports sales efforts; and leave you feeling more resilient and able to grow your business in meaningful ways. Arrive curious, leave with contacts.
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Data is the New Economy | Presented by Microsoft
Our most valuable resource is no longer gold or oil, but data. With knowledge comes power. Leading organizations are rapidly harnessing the power of their data to keep up in today’s digital age; improving productivity, efficiency and driving profits, all while maintaining their humanity. These sessions driven by data and powered by humans share how it’s optimized and the part you can play.
Data is the New Economy | Presented by Microsoft
Room 109
Our most valuable resource is no longer gold or oil, but data. With knowledge comes power. Leading organizations are rapidly harnessing the power of their data to keep up in today’s digital age; improving productivity, efficiency and driving profits, all while maintaining their humanity. These sessions driven by data and powered by humans share how it’s optimized and the part you can play.
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TECH Talks
Curious about TECH Talks?
TECH Talks are a Summit attendee favourite. Each year we create a platform in the City Foyer of the Convention Centre for 4 – 5 thought provoking themes with each offering the opportunity for up to five Summit attendees to share their expertise as leaders on the subject at hand.
Armed with only 10 mins to get their point across, these thought leaders present an inspiring and energetic ‘Coles Notes’ version presentation, leaving audiences engaged with a desire to learn more. Be sure to check out this years Talks!
Should We Fear the Robots?
Join Robo-ethicist, Dr. AJung Moon in a thought-provoking discussion on the issue of robot intelligence and interaction. The session may leave you validated in your beliefs or change your opinion, but either way, you’re sure to learn something new.
Should We Fear the Robots?
Room 211
Join Robo-ethicist, Dr. AJung Moon in a thought-provoking discussion on the issue of robot intelligence and interaction. The session may leave you validated in your beliefs or change your opinion, but either way, you’re sure to learn something new.
SPEAKERS
Tyler Orton
Reporter Business in Vancouver
AJung Moon
DirectorOpen Roboethics Institute
Canada’s Digital Technology Supercluster: What It Means for B.C.
In early 2018, B.C. was recognized as a strong hub for data and digital innovation when it was named the Digital Technology Supercluster of Canada by the Government of Canada. With the goals of energizing our economy and creating new economic opportunities in B.C., Canada and beyond, learn what this means for tech in this province and how you can join the movement.
Canada’s Digital Technology Supercluster: What It Means for B.C.
Room 109
In early 2018, B.C. was recognized as a strong hub for data and digital innovation when it was named the Digital Technology Supercluster of Canada by the Government of Canada. With the goals of energizing our economy and creating new economic opportunities in B.C., Canada and beyond, learn what this means for tech in this province and how you can join the movement.
SPEAKERS
Laura Petrescue
Manager, Engineering & Technology Development Avcorp
William Parkinson
Technical Manager, Data Science, Software EngineeringUrthecast
Ohad Arazi
VP and General Manager, TELUS Health Living LabsTELUS
Edoardo De Martin
DirectorMicrosoft
Greg Caws
Co-ChairCanada’s Digital Technology Supercluster
Alan Winter
Innovation CommissionerGovernment of British Columbia
Advice from a Unicorn: Startup, Scale Up
Moving from startup to unicorn. The path is often windy and sometimes backwards. Stories from the trenches and lessons learned from someone who’s scaled through all levels of growth and supporting of one of B.C.’s fastest growing tech companies!
Advice from a Unicorn: Startup, Scale Up
Room 118
Moving from startup to unicorn. The path is often windy and sometimes backwards. Stories from the trenches and lessons learned from someone who’s scaled through all levels of growth and supporting of one of B.C.’s fastest growing tech companies!
SPEAKERS
Keith Ippel
Co-Founder and CEOSpring Activator
Richard Hungerford
VP, Corporate Development Hootsuite Inc.
Music in Games – The Real Value
James Hursthouse, President, Greenstone Initiative- DigiBC (Moderator)
Lori Cromwell, Worldwide Music Licensing Specialist- Ubisoft
Gavin Johnson, Head of Gaming – Monstercat
Michael Ault, Audio Director – Rocket League / Psyonix
Mehdi Benkirane, Co-Founder & Director of Business Development- Flip Entertainment
Music in Games – The Real Value
200 City Foyer
James Hursthouse, President, Greenstone Initiative- DigiBC (Moderator)
Lori Cromwell, Worldwide Music Licensing Specialist- Ubisoft
Gavin Johnson, Head of Gaming – Monstercat
Michael Ault, Audio Director – Rocket League / Psyonix
Mehdi Benkirane, Co-Founder & Director of Business Development- Flip Entertainment
SPEAKERS
Gavin Johnson
Head of GamingMonstercat
Michael Ault
Audio DirectorRocket League / Psyonix
Mehdi Benkirane
Co-Founder & Director of Business Development Flip Entertainment
The AI Revolution
It’s hard to imagine life without asking our devices for advice, weather updates and access to our favourite songs. There is a deep intersection between IoT, AI, machine learning and autonomous everything – but what’s next, and how do we get there? This session will answer these questions and leave you inspired to learn more.
The AI Revolution
Room 211
It’s hard to imagine life without asking our devices for advice, weather updates and access to our favourite songs. There is a deep intersection between IoT, AI, machine learning and autonomous everything – but what’s next, and how do we get there? This session will answer these questions and leave you inspired to learn more.
SPEAKERS
Cassie Kozyrkov
Chief Decision ScientistGoogle Cloud
Suzanne Gildert
CEOSanctuary AI
Dr. Bethany Edmunds
Associate Dean British Columbia Institute of Technology
Operation Critical: Building Your Company Culture
Your company is growing fast. So, how do you successfully grow your organization without losing sight of the vision and values you started with? How do you evolve with this growth? Gain insights and easy-to-implement ideas from this panel of leader and culture award winners, moderated by Waterstone Capital.
Operation Critical: Building Your Company Culture
Room 118
Your company is growing fast. So, how do you successfully grow your organization without losing sight of the vision and values you started with? How do you evolve with this growth? Gain insights and easy-to-implement ideas from this panel of leader and culture award winners, moderated by Waterstone Capital.
SPEAKERS
Greg Krywulak
Co-FounderiQmetrix
Laurie Schultz
President and CEOACL Services
Marty Parker
President and CEOWaterstone Human Capital
Jeff Duncan
President & CEO Meetingmax
Ideas to Reality: The Art Behind the Science
Art. Since the beginning of mankind, creative mediums have been used to tell our stories and document our history. From cave paintings to Monet’s to today’s Digital Media and beyond, artists have continually sought out new ways to share, connect and immerse us in a piece of their world. Delve into the Art Behind the Science and learn how these companies and individuals are utilizing technology to bring their Ideas to Reality.
1:45 PM – The Art of Data: How 3D Scanning Can Save Our Cultural Heritage
Paul Lindahl. CEO – Arius Technology
1:55 PM – A Revolution in Learning: How the Use of Tech in Music Education Can Empower 21st-Century Musicians.
Stephanie Khoury, Founder- Mubric
2:05 PM – The Future of TV & Film is Interactive: Here’s What It’s Going to Look Like
Christopher Sjöholm, Co-Founder- Mashup Machine
2:15 PM Playing with Technology: How interacting with technology Helps Us to Better Understand the World and Ourselves.
Ben Z Cooper – Co-Founder- Hfour Studio
Ideas to Reality: The Art Behind the Science
Art. Since the beginning of mankind, creative mediums have been used to tell our stories and document our history. From cave paintings to Monet’s to today’s Digital Media and beyond, artists have continually sought out new ways to share, connect and immerse us in a piece of their world. Delve into the Art Behind the Science and learn how these companies and individuals are utilizing technology to bring their Ideas to Reality.
1:45 PM – The Art of Data: How 3D Scanning Can Save Our Cultural Heritage
Paul Lindahl. CEO – Arius Technology
1:55 PM – A Revolution in Learning: How the Use of Tech in Music Education Can Empower 21st-Century Musicians.
Stephanie Khoury, Founder- Mubric
2:05 PM – The Future of TV & Film is Interactive: Here’s What It’s Going to Look Like
Christopher Sjöholm, Co-Founder- Mashup Machine
2:15 PM Playing with Technology: How interacting with technology Helps Us to Better Understand the World and Ourselves.
Ben Z Cooper – Co-Founder- Hfour Studio
SPEAKERS
Christopher Sjoholm
Co-FounderMashup Machine
Stephanie Khoury
FounderMübric
Ben Z Cooper
Co-FounderHfour Studio
Paul Lindahl
CEO & DirectorArius Technology
Disruptive Leadership: How to Think About Your Business in the New Digital Age
If you’re not innovating, you’re falling behind. Businesses need to harness and understand the latest technological tools to stay competitive. In this fireside chat, Jared will inspire leaders to break through the noise of a changing world and teach you how your business can make the most of today’s technology.
Disruptive Leadership: How to Think About Your Business in the New Digital Age
Room 211
If you’re not innovating, you’re falling behind. Businesses need to harness and understand the latest technological tools to stay competitive. In this fireside chat, Jared will inspire leaders to break through the noise of a changing world and teach you how your business can make the most of today’s technology.
SPEAKERS
Sean Silcoff
Technology Reporter Globe and Mail
Jared Cohen
Founder / CEOGoogle Ideas / Jigsaw
Canada’s Digital Technology Supercluster: Case Studies of Sectors Embracing Digital Transformation
2:15pm – Allan Noordvyk– Precision Health in the Canadian Digital Technology Supercluster:
Today, the digital health information we have is mostly kept in disconnected silos. Other health information is not available in digital format at all. This session will give examples of how the Precision Health team within the Digital Technology Supercluster intends to improve this situation, and with it, patient’s lives.
2:25pm – Laura Petrescue- The Learning Factory and its Digital Twin: Transforming Industry
In this globally competitive economy with increasing cost down pressure, the challenge for industry is how to compete. This case study focusses on a paradigm shift in how we look at advanced manufacturing through the concept of the Learning Factory and Digital Twin.
2:35pm – William Parkinson– Earth Data Store in the Canadian Digital Technology Supercluster:
Geographic information is the lifeblood for many of BC’s world-leading resource industries. The “Earth Data Store” is UrtheCast’s vision to be a key supply chain element that improves the productivity and competitiveness of major industries such as forestry, mining, and agriculture, and provides better environmental awareness. The Earth Data Store will transform the current 3-dimensional digital models of the world, built from static satellite images of unknown age, into a 4-dimensional globe where pixels are less than a day old, and where pixels from last week and last month are available.
Canada’s Digital Technology Supercluster: Case Studies of Sectors Embracing Digital Transformation
Room 109
2:15pm – Allan Noordvyk– Precision Health in the Canadian Digital Technology Supercluster:
Today, the digital health information we have is mostly kept in disconnected silos. Other health information is not available in digital format at all. This session will give examples of how the Precision Health team within the Digital Technology Supercluster intends to improve this situation, and with it, patient’s lives.
2:25pm – Laura Petrescue- The Learning Factory and its Digital Twin: Transforming Industry
In this globally competitive economy with increasing cost down pressure, the challenge for industry is how to compete. This case study focusses on a paradigm shift in how we look at advanced manufacturing through the concept of the Learning Factory and Digital Twin.
2:35pm – William Parkinson– Earth Data Store in the Canadian Digital Technology Supercluster:
Geographic information is the lifeblood for many of BC’s world-leading resource industries. The “Earth Data Store” is UrtheCast’s vision to be a key supply chain element that improves the productivity and competitiveness of major industries such as forestry, mining, and agriculture, and provides better environmental awareness. The Earth Data Store will transform the current 3-dimensional digital models of the world, built from static satellite images of unknown age, into a 4-dimensional globe where pixels are less than a day old, and where pixels from last week and last month are available.
SPEAKERS
Laura Petrescue
Manager, Engineering & Technology Development Avcorp
Allan Noordvyk
Executive Director of Research Change Healthcare
William Parkinson
Technical Manager, Data Science, Software EngineeringUrthecast
Get Smart: Accessing Financing in B.C. to Grow Globally
Growing a business can be hard, and you shouldn’t feel like you must do it alone. There are more funding options and opportunities available out there than you might expect, but it’s knowing where to look. Attendees of this session will gain insight on the ways you can partner with funders who want to make your business a success.
Get Smart: Accessing Financing in B.C. to Grow Globally
Room 118
Growing a business can be hard, and you shouldn’t feel like you must do it alone. There are more funding options and opportunities available out there than you might expect, but it’s knowing where to look. Attendees of this session will gain insight on the ways you can partner with funders who want to make your business a success.
SPEAKERS
Vivian Kan
Director, Cleantech PracticeBDC
Minh Le
Market Manager Silicon Valley Bank
Jay Rhind
PartnerVFF
Christina Wolf
Chief Economist and Acting Chief Information Officer BC Securities Commission
Arak Bhokanandh
Director, Strategic Digital Partnerships Vancity
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Breakthrough Creator: Behind the scenes of the Transformers, Avengers and Kong: Skull Island
Academy Award nominee, Creative Director of ILM Vancouver, and Breakthrough Creator Jeff White will share stories from his work on blockbusters including Transformers, The Avengers and Kong: Skull Island. Jeff will shed light on the process of working with diverse teams of artists, technicians and software engineers to bring incredible images to the big screen through the changing landscape of film throughout his career.
Breakthrough Creator: Behind the scenes of the Transformers, Avengers and Kong: Skull Island
Room 211
Academy Award nominee, Creative Director of ILM Vancouver, and Breakthrough Creator Jeff White will share stories from his work on blockbusters including Transformers, The Avengers and Kong: Skull Island. Jeff will shed light on the process of working with diverse teams of artists, technicians and software engineers to bring incredible images to the big screen through the changing landscape of film throughout his career.
SPEAKERS
Sophie Lui
Anchor - Global BC#BCTECH Summit - Masters of Ceremonies
Jeff White
Creative Director & Visual Effects Supervisor Industrial Light & Magic
Never Lost: Data and IoT Transforming Global Logistics
It seems so straightforward: You order something online, then track its progress from Point A to Point B until it arrives at your door. However, a staggering number of systems and processes are required to ensure delivery to a final destination safely. This session will look at some of these systems using data and teach you how to successfully manage this aspect of your business.
Never Lost: Data and IoT Transforming Global Logistics
Room 109
It seems so straightforward: You order something online, then track its progress from Point A to Point B until it arrives at your door. However, a staggering number of systems and processes are required to ensure delivery to a final destination safely. This session will look at some of these systems using data and teach you how to successfully manage this aspect of your business.
SPEAKERS
Kaity Arsoniadis-Stein
Executive DirectorVancouver International Maritime Centre
Ron Iacobelli
Chief Operating OfficerStreamline Transportation Technologies Inc.
Scott Larson
Founder and CEOHeliosWire
Diane Gutiw
Director, ConsultingCGI
Lynette DuJohn
Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Digital Officer Vancouver Airport Authority
Why Elder Care is the Next Billion Dollar Market
We’ve heard about it for years now, but what’s being done to tackle the inevitable changes taking place around the world with an aging baby boomer generation? Are you ahead of the curve to capitalize on these economic opportunities? Discover how these companies and individuals are addressing those needs today and anticipating for our tomorrow in what will be the Next Billion Dollar Industry.
3:00 PM – Is Elder Care the Next Billion Dollar Tech Market?
Helen Goddard, Product & Market Strategist- Electric Lime
3:05 PM – Reimagining Aging for the Mid 21st Century
Andrew Sixsmith, Scientific Director – AGE-WELL Network of Centres of Excellence, Professor, Department of Gerontology- SFU
3:15 PM – Bouncing Back – Using Technology to Reduce the Impact of Falls
Fabio Feldman, Managing Consultant, Patient Care Quality, Safety and Injury Prevention- Fraser Health Authority
3:25 PM – A Crash Cart for Delirium: Exploring Non-Pharmacological Treatments for the Frail Elderly Catherine Winckler, CEO and Co-Founder- Mindful Garden Digital Health
3:35 PM – Bridging the Digital Divide: 7 Technologies our Elderly Need to Embrace
Linda Fawcus, CEO and Founder- Gluu Technology Society
Why Elder Care is the Next Billion Dollar Market
We’ve heard about it for years now, but what’s being done to tackle the inevitable changes taking place around the world with an aging baby boomer generation? Are you ahead of the curve to capitalize on these economic opportunities? Discover how these companies and individuals are addressing those needs today and anticipating for our tomorrow in what will be the Next Billion Dollar Industry.
3:00 PM – Is Elder Care the Next Billion Dollar Tech Market?
Helen Goddard, Product & Market Strategist- Electric Lime
3:05 PM – Reimagining Aging for the Mid 21st Century
Andrew Sixsmith, Scientific Director – AGE-WELL Network of Centres of Excellence, Professor, Department of Gerontology- SFU
3:15 PM – Bouncing Back – Using Technology to Reduce the Impact of Falls
Fabio Feldman, Managing Consultant, Patient Care Quality, Safety and Injury Prevention- Fraser Health Authority
3:25 PM – A Crash Cart for Delirium: Exploring Non-Pharmacological Treatments for the Frail Elderly Catherine Winckler, CEO and Co-Founder- Mindful Garden Digital Health
3:35 PM – Bridging the Digital Divide: 7 Technologies our Elderly Need to Embrace
Linda Fawcus, CEO and Founder- Gluu Technology Society
SPEAKERS
Linda Fawcus
CEO and FounderGluu Technology Society
Helen Goddard
Product & Market StrategyElectric Lime
Andrew Sixsmith
Scientific DirectorAGE-WELL
Catherine Winckler
Founder & CEOMindful Garden Digital Health
Dr. Fabio Feldman
Manager, Seniors Fall and Injury PreventionFraser Health Authority
Your Brand, Your Story
You have your vision, your product and your passion, but how do you successfully share this, so others can understand what it is you offer? These marketing veterans have been in your shoes, and they’ll help you understand how to develop a successful brand while using the newest digital tools to your advantage. Learn, grow and tell your story.
Your Brand, Your Story
Room 118
You have your vision, your product and your passion, but how do you successfully share this, so others can understand what it is you offer? These marketing veterans have been in your shoes, and they’ll help you understand how to develop a successful brand while using the newest digital tools to your advantage. Learn, grow and tell your story.
SPEAKERS
Tiffany Ellis
Client PartnerQuietly
Samantha Legge
PresidentCanada Wide Media
Robin Jones
CMOComm100
Elaine Hung
VP, Marketing Sotheby's International Realty
Autonomous Vehicles: Are We Ready?
The way we travel through our world is changing daily – soon we won’t have to do more than sit in a vehicle and tell it where we want to go. What are the biggest implications of this new technology, and where will it take us? Come meet the key global players in this fascinating sector, and see how you can participate.
Autonomous Vehicles: Are We Ready?
Breakthrough in the Digital Age
Room 211
The way we travel through our world is changing daily – soon we won’t have to do more than sit in a vehicle and tell it where we want to go. What are the biggest implications of this new technology, and where will it take us? Come meet the key global players in this fascinating sector, and see how you can participate.
SPEAKERS
Kenny Hawk
CEOMojio
Paul Godsmark
CTOCAVCOE
Timothy Burr
Director of Public PolicyLyft
Daryn Nakhuda
Founder & CEOMighty AI
Harnessing the Power of Data for Innovation
Using data to inform your decisions sounds simple, but the reality is it takes a team, a process and an understanding of the data’s true potential to access the results. Do you know what you need to do as an organization, an entrepreneur or a team leader to get the most out of the information available to you? Find out!
Harnessing the Power of Data for Innovation
Room 109
Using data to inform your decisions sounds simple, but the reality is it takes a team, a process and an understanding of the data’s true potential to access the results. Do you know what you need to do as an organization, an entrepreneur or a team leader to get the most out of the information available to you? Find out!
SPEAKERS
Kim Logan
Business Development Director, IoTTelus
Joy Johnson
VP, Research and International Simon Fraser University
Building an Adaptive Organization
It’s all changed. Our ‘Once Upon a Time’ stories when business operated within a world of fixed capital assets and brand has become cliché. No longer can we rely on the competitive strategy that fed off of these rules; where our strong foundation for growth led to wins coming in two to five year cycles and where business growth moved as fast as products could ship; and brands could rise. Join a panel of business leaders who are creating “adaptive” organizations, building innovation into their DNA, disrupting categories, and learn how you can watch for the signals of change and stay ahead of the crowd. It matters – in ANY size of organization.
Building an Adaptive Organization
Room 118
It’s all changed. Our ‘Once Upon a Time’ stories when business operated within a world of fixed capital assets and brand has become cliché. No longer can we rely on the competitive strategy that fed off of these rules; where our strong foundation for growth led to wins coming in two to five year cycles and where business growth moved as fast as products could ship; and brands could rise. Join a panel of business leaders who are creating “adaptive” organizations, building innovation into their DNA, disrupting categories, and learn how you can watch for the signals of change and stay ahead of the crowd. It matters – in ANY size of organization.
SPEAKERS
Richard Eyram
GM of CanadaSalesforce
Greg Malpass
Founder and CEOTraction on Demand
Julie Kothlow
Managing DirectorKPMG
Beyond Bitcoin: Seizing the Potential of Blockchain
From cryptocurrency to food security, blockchain is slowly becoming centralized and integrated into every aspect of our lives. This session will consider the realities, practicalities and sheer potential of blockchain.
Beyond Bitcoin: Seizing the Potential of Blockchain
Room 211
From cryptocurrency to food security, blockchain is slowly becoming centralized and integrated into every aspect of our lives. This session will consider the realities, practicalities and sheer potential of blockchain.
SPEAKERS
Wesley Graham
Consultancy ManagerBlockchain at Berkeley
Victoria Lemieux
Associate Professor & [email protected] Cluster Lead University of British Columbia
MaRi Eagar
Chair & Co-Founder DigitalFutures B.U.I.L.D.
Kevin Hobbs
CEOVanbex
Progress and Possibility: Health Data Enhancing Lives
For three decades, Dr. Julio Montaner has been dedicated to improving the care and treatment of those infected with HIV/AIDS. His impact in this field through collection of data on existing and emerging health issues and using it to create life-altering health management strategies, here and across the world is undeniable. Come and learn what the future of health looks like, and how you can be a part of it.
Progress and Possibility: Health Data Enhancing Lives
Room 109
For three decades, Dr. Julio Montaner has been dedicated to improving the care and treatment of those infected with HIV/AIDS. His impact in this field through collection of data on existing and emerging health issues and using it to create life-altering health management strategies, here and across the world is undeniable. Come and learn what the future of health looks like, and how you can be a part of it.
SPEAKERS
Catalina Lopez-Correa
Chief Scientific Officer & VP, SectorsGenome BC
Dr. Julio Montaner
DirectorBritish Columbia Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS
NETWORKING RECEPTION IN THE MARKETPLACE
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Track 6 | Room 211
Track 7 | Room 118
Track 8 | Room 220
Track 9 | Room 109
Track 10 | 210 Foyer
SWEATworking is the New Networking
Start your final day at the Summit on the Pacific Terrace at 7:00 am, either departing with run leaders for a seawall run or with an all-levels morning hatha yoga class led by Karin Watson. Not only does this give you a great way to connect with colleagues in a fresh way, it also kicks in your endorphins, increasing your alertness for the whole day!
REGISTRATION
Event Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
MORNING PLENARY
Masters of Ceremonies | Sophie Lui, Global BC & Tomica Divic, BC Innovation Council
Welcoming Remarks | Honourable John Horgan, Premier of British Columbia
Cultivating Creativity, Inspiring Invention | Brent Bushnell, Two Bit Circus
The Unlikely Solution to Ocean Plastic | David Katz, Plastic Bank
Going for Gold - Rethinking Canadian Innovation | John Morris, Olympic Gold Medalist
MORNING PLENARY
Event Time: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Masters of Ceremonies | Sophie Lui, Global BC & Tomica Divic, BC Innovation Council
Welcoming Remarks | Honourable John Horgan, Premier of British Columbia
Cultivating Creativity, Inspiring Invention | Brent Bushnell, Two Bit Circus
There has never been a better time to be a creative. The tools available to the curious creator are powerful and easy to use. As consumers move from passive to active participants there is massive opportunity to re-imagine entertainment, health & wellness, food & beverage, and learning. Like any capability, creativity and invention are skills that can be practiced and optimized. Brent will survey the approaches his company uses to stay creative and systematize the invention process.
The Unlikely Solution to Ocean Plastic | David Katz, Plastic Bank
Preventing ocean plastic could be humanity’s richest opportunity. The Plastic Bank is a worldwide chain of stores where everything from school tuition to cooking fuel and more is available for purchase in exchange for plastic garbage that is sorted, shredded and sold to brands who reuse “social plastic” in their products. Hear how we can solve the problem of ocean plastic pollution and end extreme poverty at the same time!
Going for Gold – Rethinking Canadian Innovation | John Morris, Olympic Gold Medalist
SPEAKERS
Honourable Bruce Ralston
Minister of Jobs, Trade, and TechnologyProvince of British Columbia
John Morris
Olympic Gold MedalistTeam Canada
Tomica Divic
Managing Director Operations - BC Innovation Council#BCTECH Summit - Masters of Ceremonies
Sophie Lui
Anchor - Global BC#BCTECH Summit - Masters of Ceremonies
Honourable John Horgan
Premier Province of British Columbia
David Katz
Founder & CEOPlastic Bank
Brent Bushnell
CEO & Co-founderTwo Bit Circus
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Cascadia: Opportunities and Solutions Beyond Borders
PART ONE: 10:45am- 11:30am- Cascadia: Opportunities and Solutions Beyond Borders:
The Cascadia Venture Acceleration Network (CVAN) invites collaboration among organizations that support entrepreneurs and researchers across B.C., Oregon and Washington state. Curious about what are the opportunities, advantages and challenges, and how we can create one powerful innovation economy that spans two borders? Join the conversation.
PART TWO: 11:30am-12:15pm- Cascadia Innovation Corridor: The Next Global Tech Cluster
Leveraging our unique strengths and shared values, the Cascadia Innovation Corridor is forging greater connectivity between the regions surrounding Vancouver and Seattle to create a globally competitive regional economic cluster. Join this panel as they discuss the potential for this emerging regional economic cluster, how cross-border partnerships are advancing a stronger Cascadia region and what your business or organization can do to tap into these opportunities and contribute to the future of Cascadia.
Cascadia: Opportunities and Solutions Beyond Borders
Room 211
PART ONE: 10:45am- 11:30am- Cascadia: Opportunities and Solutions Beyond Borders:
The Cascadia Venture Acceleration Network (CVAN) invites collaboration among organizations that support entrepreneurs and researchers across B.C., Oregon and Washington state. Curious about what are the opportunities, advantages and challenges, and how we can create one powerful innovation economy that spans two borders? Join the conversation.
PART TWO: 11:30am-12:15pm- Cascadia Innovation Corridor: The Next Global Tech Cluster
Leveraging our unique strengths and shared values, the Cascadia Innovation Corridor is forging greater connectivity between the regions surrounding Vancouver and Seattle to create a globally competitive regional economic cluster. Join this panel as they discuss the potential for this emerging regional economic cluster, how cross-border partnerships are advancing a stronger Cascadia region and what your business or organization can do to tap into these opportunities and contribute to the future of Cascadia.
SPEAKERS
Alejandro Adem
CEOMitacs
Christine Gregoire
CEO and Former Governor of the State of WashingtonChallenge Seattle
Peter Payne
Entrepreneur in ResidenceBC Innovation Council
Greg D’Avignon
President & CEOBusiness Council of BC
Johanna Brickman
Director of Collaborative Innovation Oregon BEST
Alan Winter
Innovation CommissionerGovernment of British Columbia
Creating Value and Impact: The Future Workplace Starts with You
Workplace culture, dynamics and structure have changed significantly over the past 50 years. What was considered ‘standard’ as recent as five years ago, is no longer a proactive enough approach for today’s job seekers. This session will delve into both hard realities and best practices; from the new norms of culturally diverse workplaces to ageism to remote workers. Rethink how to create value and impact in this new age, and learn the tools you need to drive your business forward.
Creating Value and Impact: The Future Workplace Starts with You
Room 118
Workplace culture, dynamics and structure have changed significantly over the past 50 years. What was considered ‘standard’ as recent as five years ago, is no longer a proactive enough approach for today’s job seekers. This session will delve into both hard realities and best practices; from the new norms of culturally diverse workplaces to ageism to remote workers. Rethink how to create value and impact in this new age, and learn the tools you need to drive your business forward.
SPEAKERS
Gina Phillip
General Manager, NorthwestWeWork
Leslie Collin
Director of People & CultureUnbounce
Nyla Ahmad
SVP, Enterprise Marketing Rogers Communications
Larkin MacKenzie-Ast
Executive Director Forum for Women Entrepreneurs
Josie Sutcliffe
VP, Marketing Visier
Canada’s Global Leadership in the Low Carbon Economy
Canada has made significant commitments to global climate change and mitigation of fossil carbon emissions. In this context, Canada can be a global leader in creating a Low Carbon Economy. Strategic advantages include the world’s largest sustainable forest resource as a feedstock for bio-based products, capacity within traditional biomass-processing industries to transition to bioenergy and biomaterials production, and proximity to markets where sustainability has become a critical product metric. Unique synergies also exist across an array of low-carbon and zero-carbon technology platforms within our innovation ecosystem. This session brings together key players along the Low Carbon Economy value chain who are challenging our existing paradigms to ensure Canada takes its rightful place as a truly carbon-efficient society.
Canada’s Global Leadership in the Low Carbon Economy
Room 220
Canada has made significant commitments to global climate change and mitigation of fossil carbon emissions. In this context, Canada can be a global leader in creating a Low Carbon Economy. Strategic advantages include the world’s largest sustainable forest resource as a feedstock for bio-based products, capacity within traditional biomass-processing industries to transition to bioenergy and biomaterials production, and proximity to markets where sustainability has become a critical product metric. Unique synergies also exist across an array of low-carbon and zero-carbon technology platforms within our innovation ecosystem. This session brings together key players along the Low Carbon Economy value chain who are challenging our existing paradigms to ensure Canada takes its rightful place as a truly carbon-efficient society.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Trevor Stuthridge
Managing DirectorFuture Proofing Innovation Strategies Ltd
Scott Stanners
Executive DirectorBC Bioenergy Network
Christofer Mowry
CEOGeneral Fusion
Space Flight: Fuelling Innovation and Impact
Join Erika Wagner of Blue Origin as we explore what space flight means to mankind now and in the future. The vision and the joy in discovery will delight you. The sheer amount of innovative thinking required to make this viable offers untold opportunities. How will you be impacted and how can you be involved?
Space Flight: Fuelling Innovation and Impact
Room 109
Join Erika Wagner of Blue Origin as we explore what space flight means to mankind now and in the future. The vision and the joy in discovery will delight you. The sheer amount of innovative thinking required to make this viable offers untold opportunities. How will you be impacted and how can you be involved?
SPEAKERS
Amiee Chan
CEONorsat
Dr. Erika Wagner
Business Development ManagerBlue Origin
Mining Our Future Lunch Session | Hosted by Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
A strong and thriving B.C. mining industry can continue to play a pivotal leadership role in Canada’s transition to a clean tech, lower-carbon future, for the benefit of all British Columbians.
Bryan Cox will speak about what is needed to ensure the B.C. mining industry is globally competitive and well positioned to continue providing significant economic and social contributions and, importantly, creating the mining jobs of tomorrow.
This luncheon is a separate ticketed event. Visit Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s website for more information!
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Mining Our Future Lunch Session | Hosted by Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
Room 301-305
A strong and thriving B.C. mining industry can continue to play a pivotal leadership role in Canada’s transition to a clean tech, lower-carbon future, for the benefit of all British Columbians.
Bryan Cox will speak about what is needed to ensure the B.C. mining industry is globally competitive and well positioned to continue providing significant economic and social contributions and, importantly, creating the mining jobs of tomorrow.
This luncheon is a separate ticketed event. Visit Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s website for more information!
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TECH Talks
Curious about TECH Talks?
TECH Talks are a Summit attendee favourite. Each year we create a platform in the City Foyer of the Convention Centre for 4 – 5 thought provoking themes with each offering the opportunity for up to five Summit attendees to share their expertise as leaders on the subject at hand.
Armed with only 10 mins to get their point across, these thought leaders present an inspiring and energetic ‘Coles Notes’ version presentation, leaving audiences engaged with a desire to learn more. Be sure to check out this years Talks!
Talent and the Modern Workforce | Presented by WorkBC
To attract and retain the top talent – the people who will innovate, collaborate and transform your organizations – today’s companies need to do more than just offer competitive salaries. Now more than ever, there’s the added expectation that organizations embrace diverse and inclusive teams (and boards!), an increasingly remote workforce and a shift in mindset brought on by the new generation of talent, seeking to add value and impact. What can YOU do to exceed expectations and build your culture?
Talent and the Modern Workforce | Presented by WorkBC
Room 118
To attract and retain the top talent – the people who will innovate, collaborate and transform your organizations – today’s companies need to do more than just offer competitive salaries. Now more than ever, there’s the added expectation that organizations embrace diverse and inclusive teams (and boards!), an increasingly remote workforce and a shift in mindset brought on by the new generation of talent, seeking to add value and impact. What can YOU do to exceed expectations and build your culture?
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Innovating Success in the Global Economy | Presented by TELUS
To become globally competitive, you must differentiate yourself from the pack or be left behind. To do this requires agility, iterative innovation, and a pace not seen before.
Innovating Success in the Global Economy | Presented by TELUS
Room 211
To become globally competitive, you must differentiate yourself from the pack or be left behind. To do this requires agility, iterative innovation, and a pace not seen before.
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Radical Transformations in Key Sectors
Our strategic advantage, one filled with commercial opportunity and global marketability, is understanding Earth’s urgent environmental, social and economic challenges, backed by deep investments in research and innovation from diverse, well-versed teams. A deep look into cross-sector applications of technology and innovations will leave you with ideas for new partnerships and applications for transformative products and services.
Intersections: Tech & Life
The future is now! From space mining and exploration to new applications for immersive media; the reshaping of retail to custom needs in an instant; and barrier breaking, game changing health, sport-tech and agritech, it truly is a whole new world. The possibilities are now endless. Discover the realities of today’s tech advancements and prepare to have your minds blown.
Accelerating Innovation: What University Incubators can Really Do
Increasingly, universities are looked at not only as engines of talent and knowledge creation, but also as ideal places for incubators. But as more universities and governments look to get into the incubation space, what is less well understood is how to maximize the potential impact of these incubators. In this session, we bring in internationally recognized experts to look at vision, activities and lessons that help get the most out of university incubation and consider what still needs to be done.
Accelerating Innovation: What University Incubators can Really Do
Room 211
Increasingly, universities are looked at not only as engines of talent and knowledge creation, but also as ideal places for incubators. But as more universities and governments look to get into the incubation space, what is less well understood is how to maximize the potential impact of these incubators. In this session, we bring in internationally recognized experts to look at vision, activities and lessons that help get the most out of university incubation and consider what still needs to be done.
SPEAKERS
Stewart McTavish
ideaspace Director University of Cambridge
Valerie Fox
FounderDMZ, Ryerson
Sarah Lubik
Director of Entrepreneurship Simon Fraser University
Investing in Women-Led Enterprises Is Just Smart Business
It should come as no surprise in today’s business market the statistics show the depth of value added to an organizations growth by having female executives, founders and board members on a team. Join Michelle and Jonathan who embraced this powerful opportunity by investing millions in women-led enterprises and hear from them why it matters and how your organization can benefit from a more diverse workforce.
Investing in Women-Led Enterprises Is Just Smart Business
Room 118
It should come as no surprise in today’s business market the statistics show the depth of value added to an organizations growth by having female executives, founders and board members on a team. Join Michelle and Jonathan who embraced this powerful opportunity by investing millions in women-led enterprises and hear from them why it matters and how your organization can benefit from a more diverse workforce.
SPEAKERS
Jonathan Sposato
Chairman and Co-founderGeekwire
Michelle Scarborough
Managing Director BDC Capital Partners
Lauren Robinson
Female Funders / Executive Director Highline Beta / Chief Operating Officer
It’s Elemental: Net New Ways to Power
From carbon to hydrogen and multiple opportunities in bio-gas and bio-energy, B.C. is at the forefront of managing the ‘jigsaw puzzle’ of energy innovations. Discover ways that you can work locally and globally in this field, taking B.C.’s best solutions from the discovery process to the world stage.
It’s Elemental: Net New Ways to Power
Room 220
From carbon to hydrogen and multiple opportunities in bio-gas and bio-energy, B.C. is at the forefront of managing the ‘jigsaw puzzle’ of energy innovations. Discover ways that you can work locally and globally in this field, taking B.C.’s best solutions from the discovery process to the world stage.
SPEAKERS
Myalee Muller
Digital Commercial Leader, Customer Innovation CentreBaker Hughes, A GE Company
Anna Stukas
Director, Government ProgramsCarbon Engineering
Kathi Fischer
Chemist and Co-FounderCleanO2 Carbon Capture Technologies Inc.
Jason Wolfe
Director, Energy Solutions FortisBC
The Power of Immersive Entertainment & Narrative Realities
Join Brent in the exploration of the world of immersive entertainment. covering the current trends enabling this new medium, surveying examples from across the globe and delving into the powerful experiences that the future might hold. Learn how you can help define this exciting domain and revolutionize how humans are entertained, inspired and educated for years to come.
The Power of Immersive Entertainment & Narrative Realities
Room 109
Join Brent in the exploration of the world of immersive entertainment. covering the current trends enabling this new medium, surveying examples from across the globe and delving into the powerful experiences that the future might hold. Learn how you can help define this exciting domain and revolutionize how humans are entertained, inspired and educated for years to come.
SPEAKERS
Maria Lantin
Director, Basically Good Media LabEmily Carr University of Art + Design
Brent Bushnell
CEO & Co-founderTwo Bit Circus
Safe & Sound: The Innovations Keeping People Safe
Safety continues to be a fundamental part of decision making made by companies whether it be for the betterment of work environments; office to industrial settings and beyond into our everyday lives. Not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it’s also smart business. Hear how these companies were inspired to find innovative solutions to keep people safe.
1:00 PM – Extrasensory Perspective; using wearables data to prevent workplace injuries
Bryan Statham, CEO and Founder- LifeBooster
1:10 PM – Where Safety, Innovation and New Business Models Meet
Jay Giraud, CEO and Founder- DamonX Labs
1:20 PM – Safety Technology in the Mining Industry
Michael Duffy, Director, Health & Safety- Teck Resources
1:30 PM – Machine Learning & How it Applies to Public Safety
Soyean Kim, Leader Research & Analytics – Technical Safety BC
Safe & Sound: The Innovations Keeping People Safe
Safety continues to be a fundamental part of decision making made by companies whether it be for the betterment of work environments; office to industrial settings and beyond into our everyday lives. Not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it’s also smart business. Hear how these companies were inspired to find innovative solutions to keep people safe.
1:00 PM – Extrasensory Perspective; using wearables data to prevent workplace injuries
Bryan Statham, CEO and Founder- LifeBooster
1:10 PM – Where Safety, Innovation and New Business Models Meet
Jay Giraud, CEO and Founder- DamonX Labs
1:20 PM – Safety Technology in the Mining Industry
Michael Duffy, Director, Health & Safety- Teck Resources
1:30 PM – Machine Learning & How it Applies to Public Safety
Soyean Kim, Leader Research & Analytics – Technical Safety BC
SPEAKERS
Jay Giraud
CEO and FounderDamonXLabs
Michael Duffy
Director, Health & SafetyTeck Resources Limited
Bryan Statham
CEO and FounderLifeBooster
Soyean Kim
Leader Research & AnalyticsTechnical Safety BC
Building a Global BioTech Success
No matter your product, service or home base, you want your market to exceed national borders. Hear from one of Canada’s most powerful female executives how she grew her biotech business globally while maintaining roots in B.C.
Building a Global BioTech Success
Room 211
No matter your product, service or home base, you want your market to exceed national borders. Hear from one of Canada’s most powerful female executives how she grew her biotech business globally while maintaining roots in B.C.
SPEAKERS
Norma Biln
CEOAugurex Life Sciences Corp
Lesley Esford
President & CEOLifeSciences BC
Inclusive and Accessible Workplaces Lead to Better Products
The success of a product relies on a development team’s ability to understand and respond to the needs of its end users. Learn how creating a diverse team that reflects your customer base will allow you to build more meaningful customer experiences for a greater number people.
Inclusive and Accessible Workplaces Lead to Better Products
Room 118
The success of a product relies on a development team’s ability to understand and respond to the needs of its end users. Learn how creating a diverse team that reflects your customer base will allow you to build more meaningful customer experiences for a greater number people.
SPEAKERS
Nina Johal
Senior Director, Global Executive Talent AcquisitionMicrosoft
Naitik Mehta
CEO & Co-FounderNextBillion.org
Jocelyn Maffin
Resource Centre Manager Spinal Cord Injury BC
Gary Birch
Executive Director Neil Squire Society
Energy in Motion: The Power of the Ocean
There is no denying the power of the ocean and its tides, and the opportunities they offer to industries around the world who are seeking efficient, cost-effective solutions to power their needs. Discover cutting-edge innovations that are being developed and the exciting new research coming out of this field.
Energy in Motion: The Power of the Ocean
Room 220
There is no denying the power of the ocean and its tides, and the opportunities they offer to industries around the world who are seeking efficient, cost-effective solutions to power their needs. Discover cutting-edge innovations that are being developed and the exciting new research coming out of this field.
SPEAKERS
Simon Forrest
CEONova Innovation Ltd
Voytek Klaptocz
Managing Director and Co-Founder Mavi Innovations Inc.
Elisa Obermann
Executive DirectorMarine Renewables Canada
Bradley Buckham
Associate ProfessorUniversity of Victoria
The Future is Custom: The New Size is You
More and more, consumers are expecting customized products from retailers, whether it’s brick and mortar stores or online. Creating highly tailored experiences helps make customers happy, while providing retailers with valuable data points that can grow their businesses with every walk-by, swipe or click. Discover who’s finding success, and how they are doing it.
The Future is Custom: The New Size is You
Room 109
More and more, consumers are expecting customized products from retailers, whether it’s brick and mortar stores or online. Creating highly tailored experiences helps make customers happy, while providing retailers with valuable data points that can grow their businesses with every walk-by, swipe or click. Discover who’s finding success, and how they are doing it.
SPEAKERS
Tom Waller
Senior VPWhitespace Labs, Lululemon
Shamil Hargovan
Co-Founder and CEOWiivv
Jean-Yves Couput
ME:sh Project Director, Director of Innovation, Footwear and BusinessAmer Sports Corporation
Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
Co-Founder and Director of Sports Product Management University of Oregon
Create Your Why: Making an Impact in Today’s Social Fabric
The human race; we are all connected. Every unique being on this planet has a story, a need and a drive to succeed in their own way. A greater part of that is also our compassion for others and finding ways to give back that’s meaningful and forward thinking not only for today, but tomorrow’s needs. Join these conversations curious and leave inspired as these speakers touch on their own ‘why’ for building a stronger social fabric.
2:00 PM –The Forgotten Vertical: How technology is rapidly transforming how donors give and nonprofits work
Nejeed Kassam, CEO/Founder – Networks for Change
2:10 PM – Allocating Capital to Influence Social Change
Christine Bergeron, Executive Lead, Member Experience and Community Engagement- Vancity
2:20 PM – The 3Spheres Robotics Project: Innovative Reciprocity
Jon Morris, Principal & President – JDQ Systems Inc
Create Your Why: Making an Impact in Today’s Social Fabric
The human race; we are all connected. Every unique being on this planet has a story, a need and a drive to succeed in their own way. A greater part of that is also our compassion for others and finding ways to give back that’s meaningful and forward thinking not only for today, but tomorrow’s needs. Join these conversations curious and leave inspired as these speakers touch on their own ‘why’ for building a stronger social fabric.
2:00 PM –The Forgotten Vertical: How technology is rapidly transforming how donors give and nonprofits work
Nejeed Kassam, CEO/Founder – Networks for Change
2:10 PM – Allocating Capital to Influence Social Change
Christine Bergeron, Executive Lead, Member Experience and Community Engagement- Vancity
2:20 PM – The 3Spheres Robotics Project: Innovative Reciprocity
Jon Morris, Principal & President – JDQ Systems Inc
SPEAKERS
Jonathan Morris
PresidentJDQ Systems Inc - 3Spheres Robotics Project
Nejeed Kassam
CEONetworks for Change
Christine Bergeron
Executive Lead, Member Experience and Community Engagement Vancity
Collaborative Innovation Partnerships for Global Success
IBM advocates a model and approach to engage the start-up community and technology ecosystem through a demand-driven innovation framework to create opportunities for global growth.
Collaborative Innovation Partnerships for Global Success
Room 211
IBM advocates a model and approach to engage the start-up community and technology ecosystem through a demand-driven innovation framework to create opportunities for global growth.
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Dan Sinai
Senior Executive, Innovation EcosystemsIBM Canada Ltd.
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The Future of Retail and E-Commerce
To be successful in today’s consumer marketplace, you need to attract clients ever changing, ‘in the moment’ buying habits. Gain knowledge from digital marketing masters and serial retailers as they share their best tips, tricks for real solutions. If you want to sell more products to happy clients, this session is for you!
The Future of Retail and E-Commerce
Room 211
To be successful in today’s consumer marketplace, you need to attract clients ever changing, ‘in the moment’ buying habits. Gain knowledge from digital marketing masters and serial retailers as they share their best tips, tricks for real solutions. If you want to sell more products to happy clients, this session is for you!
SPEAKERS
Doha Al-Dujaili
Segment Strategy Lead – Leisure, E-Commerce & Loyalty BranchAir Canada
Marianne Marck
Chief Information Technology OfficerRitchie Bros
Sean Silcoff
Technology Reporter Globe and Mail
Igor Faletski
CEOMobify
Sensors in Sectors: Driving Efficiency and Productivity
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly changing the way we interact with our world, keeping it safer – and in the case of our resource and agriculture sectors, increasing productivity. These presenters will share their different approaches to ensuring protection and efficient production across various sectors utilizing IoT.
Sensors in Sectors: Driving Efficiency and Productivity
Room 220
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly changing the way we interact with our world, keeping it safer – and in the case of our resource and agriculture sectors, increasing productivity. These presenters will share their different approaches to ensuring protection and efficient production across various sectors utilizing IoT.
SPEAKERS
Mischa Steiner
CEOAwesense
Alan Swain
VP, Technology & OperationsWavefront
Philip Reece
President & CEOInDro Robotics
Jeff More
President & CEO MineSense Technologies Ltd.
The Human Side of Tech: Pushing the Boundaries and Creating Positive Human Impact
When technology is developed with a people-first focus and companies are structured to bring out the best in their employees, we have greater opportunities to make the world we live in a better place overall. This session will explore different perspectives on making tech more human and teach you how you can implement changes in your organization for a meaningful impact.
The Human Side of Tech: Pushing the Boundaries and Creating Positive Human Impact
Room 118
When technology is developed with a people-first focus and companies are structured to bring out the best in their employees, we have greater opportunities to make the world we live in a better place overall. This session will explore different perspectives on making tech more human and teach you how you can implement changes in your organization for a meaningful impact.
SPEAKERS
Arnold Leung
CEO and FounderAppnovation
Sheila Bouman
CEOviaSport BC
Alexandra Greenhill
CEO & Co-founderCareteam and myBestHelper
Jill Tipping
President & CEO BC Tech Association
Jaimie Borisoff
Canada Research Chair in Rehabilitation Engineering DesignBritish Columbia Institute of Technology
Barrier- Breaking Healthcare: Personal, Precision and Genomic
Innovations in health care start with the collection and accurate pro-active utilization of the data at hand and evolve into the daily discoveries being made for the multitude of medical issues and health needs of citizens around the world. In this session, we highlight the opportunities now available, the B.C. companies that are transforming how we prevent, diagnose and manage these needs, and the investors who are propelling them forward.
Barrier- Breaking Healthcare: Personal, Precision and Genomic
Room 109
Innovations in health care start with the collection and accurate pro-active utilization of the data at hand and evolve into the daily discoveries being made for the multitude of medical issues and health needs of citizens around the world. In this session, we highlight the opportunities now available, the B.C. companies that are transforming how we prevent, diagnose and manage these needs, and the investors who are propelling them forward.
SPEAKERS
Shannon Malovec
Principal, Patient EngagementTELUS Health
Tamer Mohamed
President & CEOAspect Biosystems
Natalie Dakers
Founding President & CEO Accel-RX
Brenda Irwin
Managing Partner & Co-FounderRelentless Pursuit Partners
Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure – Internet of Things Challenges
3:00- Internet of Things Challenge
Brian Price, Full Stack Developer, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
3:08- Capturing and sending Sensor data to the cloud using a Smart IoT Gateway
Matthew Murnaghan, VP Engineering, Cypress Solutions Inc.
3:18- Accelerating Machine Learning for In-Camera Traffic Analysis
Guy Lemieux. Chief Technical Advisor, Vectorblox Computing Inc.
3:28- Living on the edge – smart cameras for smart highways
Matt Robson Senior Sales Director, Viion Systems Inc.
3:38- Making Roads Safer with Data Analytics
Bill Harrison, Chief Business Officer, Cumul8
3:48- The Compounding Value of Data: Harnessing Unconventional Data for Long Term planning
Herman Chandi, Co-Founder, Urbanlogiq
Final Remarks
Brian Price, Full Stack Developer, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure – Internet of Things Challenges
200 City Foyer
3:00- Internet of Things Challenge
Brian Price, Full Stack Developer, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
3:08- Capturing and sending Sensor data to the cloud using a Smart IoT Gateway
Matthew Murnaghan, VP Engineering, Cypress Solutions Inc.
3:18- Accelerating Machine Learning for In-Camera Traffic Analysis
Guy Lemieux. Chief Technical Advisor, Vectorblox Computing Inc.
3:28- Living on the edge – smart cameras for smart highways
Matt Robson Senior Sales Director, Viion Systems Inc.
3:38- Making Roads Safer with Data Analytics
Bill Harrison, Chief Business Officer, Cumul8
3:48- The Compounding Value of Data: Harnessing Unconventional Data for Long Term planning
Herman Chandi, Co-Founder, Urbanlogiq
Final Remarks
Brian Price, Full Stack Developer, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
SPEAKERS
Matthew Murnaghan
VP EngineeringCypress Solutions Inc.
Bill Harrison
Chief Business OfficerCumul8
Data and Disasters: Industrial IoT For Response and Prevention
As we advance technologically, so have the tools and sensors all around us to better predict the once unpredictable movements of Mother Nature. This session will look at the use of IoT in creating more accurate predictive preparation and response systems to natural disasters to reduce the loss of life, economic disruption and societal shutdown in the face of catastrophe.
Data and Disasters: Industrial IoT For Response and Prevention
Room 220
As we advance technologically, so have the tools and sensors all around us to better predict the once unpredictable movements of Mother Nature. This session will look at the use of IoT in creating more accurate predictive preparation and response systems to natural disasters to reduce the loss of life, economic disruption and societal shutdown in the face of catastrophe.
SPEAKERS
Benoît Pirenne
Director, User EngagementOcean Networks Canada
Robert Atwood
Co-Founder, DirectorHummingbird Network Inc.
Ivan Rincon
Director Connectivity InitiativesNetwork BC, Ministry of Citizens's Services
Greg Johnston
PresidentCarl Data Solutions
AI and the Future of Cyber Security
Today’s cyber security threats can wreak havoc on networks within minutes. Catching cyber-attacks requires finding anomalies inside networks that contain millions of constantly changing data points and taking action to stop these threats before they can do damage. At this session, learn how AI-based cyber defense can not only detect threats as they emerge, but quickly respond to stop these attacks in real time.
AI and the Future of Cyber Security
Room 211
Today’s cyber security threats can wreak havoc on networks within minutes. Catching cyber-attacks requires finding anomalies inside networks that contain millions of constantly changing data points and taking action to stop these threats before they can do damage. At this session, learn how AI-based cyber defense can not only detect threats as they emerge, but quickly respond to stop these attacks in real time.
SPEAKERS
Nicole Eagan
CEODarktrace
Leo Navin
IT Security Officer Methanex Corporation
Gary Perkins
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)Province of British Columbia
Feeding Opportunity: How Agritech Innovations are Improving our Food Supply
Growing, managing and getting crops and livestock to market locally and globally is a key issue we are addressing daily as food security is a real and ongoing issue. With a rich growing climate for diverse products, and an even richer history of innovative thinking around food systems we are going to look at real opportunities around energy management, pest control, picking and sorting, and even using the blockchain to track products to market. How can you be part of this revolution?
Feeding Opportunity: How Agritech Innovations are Improving our Food Supply
Room 109
Growing, managing and getting crops and livestock to market locally and globally is a key issue we are addressing daily as food security is a real and ongoing issue. With a rich growing climate for diverse products, and an even richer history of innovative thinking around food systems we are going to look at real opportunities around energy management, pest control, picking and sorting, and even using the blockchain to track products to market. How can you be part of this revolution?
SPEAKERS
Susan Levang
General Manager Commissary Connect
Bill Vanderkooi
President and CEONutriva Group
Kelleen Wiseman
Lecturer, Faculty of Land and Food SystemsThe University of British Columbia
Dr. John Church
Associate ProfessorThompson Rivers University
Dr. Saber Miresmailli
Founder & CEOEcoation
Playing for Keeps: Building and Retaining Talent in the Digital Media Industries
B.C.’s interactive companies contend with a fluid workforce, possessing diverse skillsets that are in tremendously high demand–locally, nationally and globally. The battle for talent is on and our panel of leaders will discuss how values, strategy, culture and collaboration are building companies, sustaining talent pools and growing our tech community creatively.
Playing for Keeps: Building and Retaining Talent in the Digital Media Industries
Room 118
B.C.’s interactive companies contend with a fluid workforce, possessing diverse skillsets that are in tremendously high demand–locally, nationally and globally. The battle for talent is on and our panel of leaders will discuss how values, strategy, culture and collaboration are building companies, sustaining talent pools and growing our tech community creatively.
SPEAKERS
Natali Altshuler
Senior Director of Product DevelopmentElectronic Arts Vancouver
Josh Nilson
CEOEast Side Games
Prem Gill
CEOCreative BC
Creating an Internet of Value: The Power of Blockchain
In an age where we can talk to anyone in the world instantly and for free, why are global payments so costly and unreliable? How can we start to move money like we move information? In this session, we will discuss the siloed, fragmented infrastructure of payments today, and the power of blockchain for revolutionizing the global financial system.
Creating an Internet of Value: The Power of Blockchain
Room 211
In an age where we can talk to anyone in the world instantly and for free, why are global payments so costly and unreliable? How can we start to move money like we move information? In this session, we will discuss the siloed, fragmented infrastructure of payments today, and the power of blockchain for revolutionizing the global financial system.
SPEAKERS
Jessica Galang
News EditorBetakit
Wellington Sculley
Director of Business Development Ripple
Building Smart Cities
Technology is allowing cities to become smarter and more efficient to improve the lives of its citizens. With these new options for everyday challenges, how are cities utilizing their available technology? Which technologies do they wish they had? Hear from cities who are thinking ahead of the curve and learn how you can participate as we anticipate our future needs.
Building Smart Cities
Room 109
Technology is allowing cities to become smarter and more efficient to improve the lives of its citizens. With these new options for everyday challenges, how are cities utilizing their available technology? Which technologies do they wish they had? Hear from cities who are thinking ahead of the curve and learn how you can participate as we anticipate our future needs.
SPEAKERS
Jessie Adcock
Chief Technology Officer City of Vancouver
Sean Simpson
Director, Information TechnologyCity of Surrey
Ideas at Work: Innovation and Technology in Mining
From using machine learning to predict breakdowns before they happen, to x-ray enhanced shovels to identify ore, Canada’s largest diversified resource company, Teck Resources, is using cutting edge technology to improve productivity, safety and sustainability. In this session, discover how they are putting ideas to work at their operations around the world.
Ideas at Work: Innovation and Technology in Mining
Room 220
From using machine learning to predict breakdowns before they happen, to x-ray enhanced shovels to identify ore, Canada’s largest diversified resource company, Teck Resources, is using cutting edge technology to improve productivity, safety and sustainability. In this session, discover how they are putting ideas to work at their operations around the world.
SPEAKERS
Bryan Cox
President & CEOMining Association of BC
Victoria Sterritt
Lead, Technology and InnovationTeck
NETWORKING RECEPTION IN THE MARKETPLACE
Techfest by Techvibes
Techfest is a unique recruiting event that connects the hottest hiring companies with top talent in major cities.
If you have a pass for the #BCTECH Summit, you can get into Techfest for free. If not, tickets to Techfest are only $20.
Techfest by Techvibes
Techfest is a unique recruiting event that connects the hottest hiring companies with top talent in major cities. Throughout the evening, hiring company executives pitch a crowd of potential employees on why they’re the best employer in the room.Hiring companies at Techfest Vancouver so far include Best Buy Canada, Bluzelle, BrainStation, Clio, Jungle Scout, PayByPhone, PayPie, Ubisoft, and WorkSafeBC.
If you have a pass for the #BCTECH Summit, you can get into Techfest for free – just show your pass at the registration desk. If not, tickets to Techfest are only $20 and include a free drink, as well as delectable appetizers.
View TechFest event pictures here from the past.
SPEAKERS
Erica Sigurdson
Standup Comedian, Writer, and Type 1 Diabetes AdvocateTechvibes
SPONSORS
Music in Games: The Future Essentials
at Telus World of Science
Music in Games: The Future Essentials
Science World
The Future Essentials will explore the evolution of music and gaming and be targeted to artists, producers, and game developers
SPEAKERS
George Sanger
Audio DirectorMagic Leap
John Morgan
Audio Director/Sound DesignerMicrosoft
#BCTECH Summit After Party @ TELUS World of Science
Thanks to our Innovation Partner, Science World BC, this year’s celebration will take place under the iconic dome at TELUS World of Science. If you have not yet enjoyed the immersive environment of Science World with a cocktail in hand, you are in for a treat! The #BCTECH Summit, a place where extraordinary conversations happen over two days, wants you to keep those conversations going into the night (and beyond).
#BCTECH Summit After Party @ TELUS World of Science
Thanks to our Innovation Partner, Science World BC, this year’s celebration will take place under the iconic dome at TELUS World of Science. If you have not yet enjoyed the immersive environment of Science World with a cocktail in hand, you are in for a treat! The #BCTECH Summit, a place where extraordinary conversations happen over two days, wants you to keep those conversations going into the night (and beyond).
SPONSORS