All Hands on Tech hosts, Greg and Eilish, are joined by Matt Spurway, the Executive Director of GEO Nova Scotia, as he shares the origin and evolution of his beloved organization!
The mission began with Between the Bridges - an initiative in Dartmouth North back in 2016, which aimed to bring together various sectors to tackle tough social issues, but when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, everything changed. With in-person meetings nearly impossible and many residents in the province lacking digital access, Spurway and his team swiftly adapted by providing secondhand computers and internet connections for those in need. This led to the creation of the GEO Project (Getting Everyone Online), which grew from a local community initiative into a broader effort to ensure digital inclusion for all.
Throughout the episode, Spurway highlights both the challenges and the triumphs of GEO Nova Scotia, and how others can get involved to further the non-profit's reach.

Learn more about GEO Nova Scotia: https://geonovascotia.ca/
Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
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Join hosts Ashley and Claire as they immerse themselves into the world of tech marketing with Katie Langton, a Marketing Technology Strategist at Verb Interactive.
Founded in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 2004, Verb Interactive is a digital marketing and technology company specializing in travel and hospitality.

The conversation spans a range of topics, from creating beautiful immersive platforms and implementing omnichannel marketing to supporting business goals and driving measurable results. Langton shares her insights on the importance of understanding local markets and leveraging digital channels to reach the right audience. She also discusses data privacy and personalization, emphasizing the need to comply with privacy regulations and maximize the use of first-party data.

With a team of over 250 members in Canada and the US, Verb Interactive prioritizes clients over contracts, delivering exceptional counsel and service across all their areas of expertise.

Learn more about Verb Interactive: https://www.verbinteractive.com/
Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
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Join hosts Eilish and Greg for Season 3, Episode 42 of "All Hands on Tech," titled "Pocket-Sized Peace of Mind: Exploring the Stethophone's Impact on Health Care."

In this episode, they speak with Mark Opauszky, CEO of Sparrow BioAcoustics, the Atlantic Canadian-born company behind the Stethophone—a software that transforms smartphones into medical-grade stethoscopes for personalized cardiac care.

Sparrow BioAcoustics' mission focuses on early disease detection through sound bioacoustics, providing convenient access to critical medical information about heart and lung function. The episode highlights the company's remarkable growth from a team of four to forty in just 2.5 years, driven by a commitment to technology, medicine, regulatory quality management systems, and customer support.

Opauszky emphasizes the transformative potential of their heart monitoring device, particularly for those with heart health concerns, high-risk groups, and individuals experiencing symptoms or taking specific medications.

The company's mission, deeply influenced by personal experiences with cardiovascular disease, ensures that its focus remains on empowering patients with the tools to take control of their health.

Learn more about Sparrow BioAcoustics: https://stethophone.com/
Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
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Join hosts Eilish and Greg for Season 3 Episode 41 of All Hands on Tech: Bringing Indigenous Representation to the Tech Sector Table!

In this special episode, released during National Indigenous History Month, the pair engage in a compelling discussion with Michael Hebert, founder and CEO of Turtle Island Technology Solutions. The conversation delves into the critical importance of representation and diversity within Nova Scotia's tech sector, focusing particularly on those from Indigenous backgrounds. Hebert sheds light on the significant challenges faced by Indigenous community members, including barriers to entry and misconceptions surrounding younger generations who may be interested in pursuing a career in tech.

Listen along as Hebert shares his journey as an Indigenous tech entrepreneur while focusing on building a bright future for all within the industry!

Learn more about Turtle Island Technology Solutions: https://turtleislandtech.ca/
Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
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Join hosts, Ashley and Claire, for Season 3 Episode 40 of All Hands on Tech!

Listen along to this insightful conversation featuring Thierry Battistini, GM of Matera Canada, as we delve into Matera's role as a financial powerhouse in Latin America and beyond.
We explore the company's innovative strides in core banking and instant payment solutions, highlighting their QR code-based system poised to transform transactions.

With in-depth discussions on the potential impact of instant payments in Canada and the need for a national standard, this episode is packed with forward-thinking insights!

Learn more about Matera: https://matera.com/

Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/

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Join hosts, Ashley and Claire, for our latest episode of All Hands on Tech!
In this episode, we delve into the world of tech recruitment with Venor; a recruitment firm based on the East Coast that's dedicated to fostering success in Atlantic Canada's business community.

Listen along as we discover strategies for navigating the dynamic tech job market and identify ways to stand out in a competitive environment. We'll also explore the impact that emerging technologies like AI has on the hiring process.

Tune in for insights from Venor Partner, Nick Misener, and IT Recruitment Specialist, Steph MacIntosh.

Learn more about Venor: https://venor.ca/
Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
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Join hosts Claire and Ashley as they kick off Season 3 of All Hands on Tech from the brand-new studio of This Is Marketing in downtown Dartmouth. In this episode, they sit down with Neil Stephen, CEO of This Is Marketing, to explore the agency's journey, services, and vision for the future.

Discover how This Is Marketing started and the diverse services they offer, including podcasting, brand management, and digital marketing. Learn how they assist clients in adopting digital-first strategies and overcoming challenges in the rapidly evolving marketing landscape and explore the agency's tech-driven approach, including their use of emerging technologies like AI.

Learn more about This is Marketing at https://www.thisismarketing.ca/
Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/

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Kevin D'Aguiar, Principal Consultant/Owner at Matters of Data, joins Ashley and Derek to talk about how to achieve business success with data, the importance of storytelling with your data, the role of AI in the world of data, and much more!