ASTech Awards

Join us for the 35th #ASTechAwards Grand Opening Ceremonies and Showcase on September 27, 2024, at the University of Calgary MacEwan Ballroom! Get your tickets today: [https://lnkd.in/eVcEgZex] Hear what Jeff LaFrenz of VizworX Inc. has to say about his experience at the ASTech Awards, and don't miss engaging discussions, innovation spotlights, and a showcase of Alberta's leading innovators. The event will be co-hosted by Bill Whitelaw, geoLOGIC systems ltd., and Gail Powley, ASTech Awards Executive Director, and joined by many innovation champions, including: Justin Riemer (Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) Cassy Weber (MindFuel.ca) Debra Greig (TechBOOST Program) Bryan Helfenbaum (Alberta Innovates) Prairies Economic Development Canada I Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies Anders Nygren (Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary) Eric Flaim (Alberta CREATE Centre, University of Alberta) Tonya Wolfe (Red Deer Polytechnic) Mike McCready, MSc (NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) Lisa Carter (Athabasca University) David Bailey (Genome Alberta) and more! Dress Code for the Event: Business Casual, Cocktail. The ASTech Awards Grand Opening Ceremonies and Showcase Program can be viewed here: [https://lnkd.in/eY4Jbefd] See you there on September 27th! ..and then see you at the ASTech Gala Awards in Edmonton this year, on November 1. #ABInnovation #Alberta #ABtech #ASTechAwards #YEG #YYC

🚀 ATTENTION TECH COMPANIES in Lethbridge, Lloydminster, Fort McMurray, and across Alberta! 🚀 Technology Alberta is excited to offer an incredible opportunity for Small-to-Medium-sized Tech Companies to hire University, College, and Polytechnic Students through our #TechBOOST program! Why Participate? Boost Your Growth: Tap into Alberta's talented student and new graduate pool. Expand Your Team: Get fresh perspectives and innovative skills. Elevate Your Tech: Access cutting-edge ideas and solutions. TechBOOST is tailored to the unique environment of entrepreneurial tech SMBs. Don't wait - spaces are limited. Next Intake: October 7, 2024 Company Application:[https://lnkd.in/gtNhn3nu] Join our info session to learn about the TechBOOST and how to participate as an employer. Date and time: Thursday, September 19 · 11 AM - 12 PM Register - Employer Info Session: [https://lnkd.in/eKWw6N9P] Don’t miss this chance to make an impact, grow your career, and join a vibrant community. Apply today!

🏆 Finalists Announcement🏆 We're thrilled to reveal the next inspiring group of 2024 finalists for the 35th Annual #ASTech Awards! Join us in celebrating Alberta's brightest minds at the #ASTech Awards Grande Opening Ceremonies & Innovation Showcase on September 27th, 5 PM at the University of Calgary's MacEwan Ballroom. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ezJb8eFY The #ASTech Awards bring together a community of innovators across Industry, Government, Academia, and Entrepreneurship to celebrate excellence in Alberta's innovation ecosystem. Be part of insightful discussions, exciting panels, and a memorable evening with food, refreshments, and vibrant networking opportunities. Help us congratulate our finalists! ASTech Awards Finalists: John Zhou – Alberta Innovates Sunil Phool - Infinity Safety Awareness Martin Ferguson-Pell Ph.D. - University of Alberta Elias Gedamu – H3ALTH TECHNOLOGIES INC. M Reza Najjari, Ph.D., P.Eng – CoolIT Systems Ariel Torre – Impossible Sensing Energy Inc. Adil Kodian – BuildBase Vicente A. Gonzalez – University of Alberta Mustafa Gül – University of Alberta Li Cheng – University of Alberta Ethan MacDonald, PhD, PEng – University of Calgary Pratim Sengupta – University of Calgary Roy Maki – Olds College of Agriculture & Technology Cliffton Cross - Frog Lake First Nations Scott Ketcheson – Athabasca University Jeff Boisvert – University of Alberta The full list of finalists will be unveiled at the Grande Opening Ceremonies. Visit our website for the growing list of finalists. Join this celebration of Alberta’s leading innovators! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/ezJb8eFY #YEG #YYC #ABtech #ASTechAwards #ChangeMakers Alberta Innovates Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network - CARIN Edmonton RIN Regional Innovation Network of Southern Alberta (RINSA) East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network Calgary Innovation Coalition

Join us on Friday, September 27, at 5 PM for the #ASTechAwards Grand Opening Ceremonies & Innovation Showcase in Calgary! Tickets 🔗: [https://lnkd.in/e5PpPKee) at the #UniversityofCalgary MacEwan Ballroom. Meet ASTech Finalists, Alumni, and innovation system champions across industry, government, academia, and entrepreneurship. Enjoy conversation series, spotlight panels, and food and refreshments that bring the community together across all sectors of science and technology. Experience an evening filled with inspiration and opportunity. Program highlights include: - Meeting the 2024 Finalists - Celebrating with ASTech Awards Alumni - Engaging in sector-specific conversations on topics such as #LifeSciences, #Construction, #YouthEngagement, #SocialInnovation, #Cleantech, #Energy, #AI/ML, #Digital, and #AgTech - A showcase of innovative tech companies and programs - A cocktail-style reception with a cash bar for relaxed networking Hear from and meet thought leaders from across Alberta’s innovation system, including: - Bryan Helfenbaum, Vice President, Clean Energy, Alberta Innovates - David Bailey, President and CEO, Genome Alberta - Eric Flaim, Director, Alberta CREATE Centre, University of Alberta Alberta CREATE Centre - Heather Kennedy, Board Member, ASTech Awards and Technology Alberta - Dr. Ryan Comeau, Co-Founder and CEO, Kinetisense - Debra Greig, Principal, Business and Professional Development Programs, Technology Alberta - Mehadi Sayed, President and CEO, Clinisys - Mike McCready, MSc, Associate Dean, School of Media and Information Technology, NAIT (Northern Alberta Institute of Technology) former Lethbridge Polytechnic. <Note: Will be at Nov 1 Event only> - Jonathan Butterworth, Director of Business Development, ST Innovations - Pushkar Rao, Digital Transformation Leader, Worley - Tim Carwell, CEO, CommAlert . - Peter Krzesinski, Executive Director, Manufacturing & Export Enhancement (MEE) Cluster - And more! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement! Attire: Business casual (not formal) #YEG #YYC #ABtech #ASTechAwards #ChangeMakers Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network - CARIN) | Edmonton RIN | Regional Innovation Network of Southern Alberta (RINSA) | East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network | Calgary Innovation Coalition

🎉 Celebrating 35 years of the #ASTechAwards! Today, we highlight the year 2016, featuring 11 remarkable winners: SafeTracks GPS Canada Inc. - Societal Impact Award for TRiLOC™, a wearable GPS device for individuals with dementia and other cognitive disorders. The company from #RedDeer continues to innovate in GPS technology for at-risk individuals. Dr. Ryan Lewinson - Leaders of Tomorrow Award for advancements in #biomechanics while at the University of Calgary, and entrepreneurship. He is now co-founder of All Skin, a platform matching users with personalized skincare routines. AlbertaSat, University of Alberta - Special Award for their role in the global QB50 space mission and development of Ex-Alta1, Alberta's first satellite. A project lead was a university student that later became the co-founder and CEO of Wyvern, one of Edmonton's and Alberta's first satellite companies. Wyvern is a Finalist in two 2024 ASTech Award categories. Dr. Robert Graf - Innovation in Agricultural Science Award for revolutionizing winter wheat cultivation in Canada, including the development of Fusarium-resistant cultivars. Serving as Principal Research Scientist, Winter Wheat Breeding from 1999 until 2022 for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada at the #Lethbridge Research and Development Centre. Dr. Ian Gates, PhD, PEng, FCAE, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary - Innovation in Oil Sands Research Award for his work on SAGD processes and founding Gushor Inc, (2009 Winner for Outstanding Commercial Achievement in Alberta Science and Technology.) Stream Systems Ltd.- Outstanding Science and Technology Start-Up Award for their software platform optimizing operations in the oil and gas industry. Founded in 2014 by Dumitru Cernelev and Allan Chegus, it continues to provide simulation software solutions, including Fleet.ai, Plan.ai, and SimOpti. Dr. Warren Piers, University of Calgary: Outstanding Leadership in Alberta Science Award for his contributions to organometallic chemistry and developed catalytic reactions for creating pharmaceuticals, plastics, and polymers. TransRail Innovation Inc. (TRIG) - Innovation in ICT Award for their XLOAD™ sensor technology, enhancing rail safety and efficiency. Evolution Engineering Inc. - Outstanding Achievement in Applied Technology Award for their EVO ONE™ MWD tool, advancing data transmission in drilling technology. Alberta Science Network - Excellence in Science and Technology Public Awareness for their impactful outreach programs, connecting scientists with over 100,000 students. Dr. Mayank Goyal, University of Calgary - Outstanding Leadership in Alberta Technology Award for his innovations in stroke treatment, including mCTA and BRISK, improving patient outcomes significantly. Join us in celebrating Alberta’s innovation community! Consider partnering, sponsoring, or volunteering for the 35th Annual ASTech Awards. #ASTechAwards #Innovation #AlbertaTech #ScienceAndTechnology #YEG #YYC #Alberta

🏆 Finalists Announcement🏆 We are pleased to announce the next set of 2024 finalists for the 35th Annual #ASTechAwards! Join us in celebrating Alberta’s top innovators at the ASTech Awards Grande Opening Ceremonies & Innovation Showcase on Friday, September 27th at 5 PM - Calgary University of Calgary MacEwan Ballroom. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ezJb8eFY ASTech Finalists, Alumni, and innovation system champions across Industry, Government, Academia, and Entrepreneurship come together in this celebration of innovation. Expect engaging conversation series, spotlight panels, and food and refreshments bringing the community together - across all sectors of science and technology. Help us congratulate our Finalists!  More finalists will be announced soon - stay tuned. ASTech Awards Finalists: Ling Bai Ling Bai M.Eng, MBA, CEO, VL Energy Ltd. Sathishkumar Nachimuthu, M.Sc., CRL, CMRP, Reliability Manager, Weyerhaeuser Company Limited Megan Leslie, CEO and Co-Founder, NanoTess Moose Abdel, Founder, SIYS | Struggle Is Your Success Amanda Hall, CEO, Summit Nanotech Kelly Cherniwchan, Founder and CEO, Chata Technologies Inc. Karen Benzies, CEO and Founder, Liminality Innovations Inc Pierre Lemire, CEO, Kent Imaging Charles Wong, ICD.D, CEO, CarePros Spatial Technologies Applied Research and Training Team, Lethbridge Polytechnic Connie Stacey, CEO and Founder, Grengine Visit our website for the growing list of finalists. The complete list will be revealed at the Grande Opening Ceremonies. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement! Register now and join us on Friday, September 27th at 5 PM for the #ASTechAwards Grande Opening Ceremonies & Innovation Showcase-Calgary! Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/ezJb8eFY Secure your seats now for the #ASTechAwardsGala happening on Friday, November 1st at 5 PM. Tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/ezJb8eFY #YEG #YYC #ABtech #ASTechAwards #ChangeMakers Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network - CARIN Edmonton RIN Regional Innovation Network of Southern Alberta (RINSA) East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network Calgary Innovation Coalition

THE ASTECH AWARDS TAGLINE IS "INSPIRING INNOVATION"...SOMETHING IT HAS BEEN DOING FOR 35 YEARS! While that milestone gives this year's awards process a special anniversary feel, what is really more important is to marvel at what three-and-a-half decades worth of inspiration really adds up to in terms of impact. Want proof? Since 1990, some 500 finalists and awards have recognized an unbelievably broad and deep community of achievements that help define what it means to be a place where innovation inspires. Check out that history here: https://lnkd.in/gnG_dgHK I'm very honored to be co-host of this year's opening ceremonies and showcase event Sept. 27, which is a jammed-packed prelude to the actual awards themselves later in the fall. With fellow host Gail Powley, who is the awards program's executive director and president of Technology Alberta, we'll oversee a dynamic program that itself is inspiration personified. It's an opportunity to network with this year's award finalists, other technology stakeholders and overall, some pretty cool folks whose passions and projects bring Alberta's technology chops to life across a wonderfully diverse spectrum of sectors. There's a very impressive line-up of speakers and presenters who will offer diverse perspectives on why Alberta is a technology mecca. You can find out more about the event and register at the link: https://lnkd.in/g2wiyJpc Justin Riemer Hubert Lau Jeff LaFrenz Tom Ogaranko Cassy Weber Anders Nygren Tonya Wolfe Tracy Stroud Mohamed Elhabiby

Join us for the 35th #ASTechAwards Grande Opening Ceremonies and Showcase on September 27, 2024, at the University of Calgary! Get your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/eM3YhUz2 See what Shay Sharma of Duologue Systems has to say about her experience at the ASTech Awards. And don't miss the engaging discussions, innovation spotlights and a showcase of Alberta's leading innovators, co-hosted by Bill Whitelaw, geoLOGIC systems ltd. and Gail Powley ASTech Awards Executive Director, joined by many innovation champions including Justin Riemer - Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA); Jeff LaFrenz - VizworX Inc. and Technology Alberta; Cassy Weber - MindFuel.ca; Debra Greig - TechBOOST Program; Alberta Innovates; Prairies Economic Development Canada I Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies; University of Calgary; University of Alberta; Red Deer Polytechnic, and more. Dress Code for this Strategic Networking Event: Business Casual, Cocktail The ASTech Awards Grande Opening Ceremonies and Showcase Program can be viewed here: https://lnkd.in/eY4Jbefd See you there on September 27th!

The Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary spearheads #innovation and fuels creativity, #entrepreneurship, and groundbreaking #research. The Evolve to Innovate (e2i) program has launched 11 companies, secured 6 patents, and fostered 16 inventions. Individuals like Dr. Sara H. Tamrin who developed a groundbreaking cancer detection platform, Sydney Pratte, who pushes boundaries with nLITEn Tech, and Emmanuel Amaechi, who revolutionizes education through Street2School, are exemplifying Schulich's spirit of innovation and excellence. Schulich’s dedication to innovation shines in student projects like Suryakant Buchunde’s work to enhance #Calgarytransit efficiency and in the remarkable achievements recognized at the 2024 APEGA Summit Awards: - Bill Rosehart claimed the Centennial Leadership Award for his transformative contributions to #engineering education and research. - Kerry Black, PhD, P.Eng earned the Community Service Award for her impactful work with First Nations communities. - Ahmad Ghasemloonia received the Excellence in Education Award for his inspiring dedication to student engagement. - Leo Belostotski achieved the Research Excellence Award for his pioneering advancements in radio frequency development. - Kristina Rinker and Syantra DX won the Project Achievement Award for their innovative blood test for breast cancer. - Nannette Ho-Covernton secured the Women in Engineering and Geoscience Champion Award for her exceptional leadership in sustainability and inclusion. Congratulations on these accomplishments and, thank you to the Schulich School of Engineering at the University of Calgary for supporting ASTech's 35th Anniversary initiative - celebrating "35 Years of Innovation in Alberta". #Innovation #Engineering #Entrepreneurship #Research #Leadership

Join us Friday Sept 27 5PM for the #ASTechAwards Grande Opening Ceremonies & Innovation Showcase-Calgary! Tickets 🔗: https://lnkd.in/ezJb8eFY at #UniversityofCalgary MacEwan Hall, and meet ASTech Finalists, Alumni, and innovation system champions across Industry, Government, Academia, and Entrepreneurship. Conversation series, spotlight panels, and food and refreshments bringing community together - across all sectors of science and technology. Experience an evening filled with inspiration and opportunity. Program: - Meet 2024 Finalists - Celebrate with ASTech Awards Alumni - Engage in sector-specific conversations on topics like: #LifeSciences, #Construction, #YouthEngagement, #SocialInnovation, #Cleantech #Energy, #AI/ML, #Digital, and #AgTech - A showcase of innovative tech companies and programs - A cocktail-style reception, with a cash bar for relaxed networking - Hear and meet thought leaders from across Alberta’s innovation system, including: Justin Riemer CEO, Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) Bill Whitelaw, Managing Director, geoLOGIC systems ltd. Anders Nygren, Interim Dean of Engineering, Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary Cassy Weber, CEO, MindFuel.ca Gail Powley, Executive Director, ASTech Awards and Technology Alberta Tonya Wolfe, Associate VP Applied Research, Red Deer Polytechnic Lisa Carter, Athabasca University and past-director Alberta Women's Science Network - Spotlights will include: Dr. Mohamed Elhabiby, CEO, RoboGarden Inc. (Technology), Jeff LaFrenz, President, VizworX Inc. Heather Kennedy, Women in APEGA Committee Chair - The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA) (Energy; Social Innovation) Hubert Lau, CEO, TrustBIX (Agrifood) Debra Greig, Technology Alberta (Alberta-wide Talent Programs) Tracy Stroud, RIN Lead, APEX Southeast Alberta (Medicine Hat) (Regional Innovation) Peter Krzesinski, Executive Director, Manufacturing & Export Enhancement (MEE) Cluster (Advanced Manufacturing) Jonathan Butterworth, ST Innovations (Applied MedTech Research) Pushkar Rao, Board Member, Technology Alberta Peter Kinash, ASTech Awards Board Member Mehadi Sayed, President and CEO, Clinisys and more. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement! Attire: Business (but not formal) #YEG #YYC #ABtech #ASTechAwards #ChangeMakers Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network - CARIN Edmonton RIN Regional Innovation Network of Southern Alberta (RINSA) East Central Alberta Regional Innovation Network Calgary Innovation Coalition