38 episodes

All Hands on Tech, hosted by Eilish and Greg, brings together Nova Scotia’s tech community to uncover the secrets of what makes our province the best place for collaboration, innovation, and growth.

Each episode hear from local digital experts as we dive into all of the amazing things happening in Nova Scotia’s fastest-growing sector and learn why so many organizations and individuals are calling Canada’s Ocean Playground home.

All Hands on Tech is proudly produced by Digital Nova Scotia (DNS), the industry association for Nova Scotia’s ICT and digital technologies sector.

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All Hands on Tech, hosted by Eilish and Greg, brings together Nova Scotia’s tech community to uncover the secrets of what makes our province the best place for collaboration, innovation, and growth.

Each episode hear from local digital experts as we dive into all of the amazing things happening in Nova Scotia’s fastest-growing sector and learn why so many organizations and individuals are calling Canada’s Ocean Playground home.

All Hands on Tech is proudly produced by Digital Nova Scotia (DNS), the industry association for Nova Scotia’s ICT and digital technologies sector.

    The Art of Authenticity: This Is Marketing's Brand-Centric Approach

    The Art of Authenticity: This Is Marketing's Brand-Centric Approach

    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/
    Music © Bensound.com

    • 53 min
    Storytelling With Data to Achieve Business Success

    Storytelling With Data to Achieve Business Success

    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!

    • 26 min
    Episode 36: Faster, smarter, better: FinTech solutions in insurance underwriting

    Episode 36: Faster, smarter, better: FinTech solutions in insurance underwriting

    In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Ashley and Derek sit down with QuickFacts co-founder & CRO Jeff Barsalou to explore their game-changing innovation optimizing the insurance industry. From the company's launch to their recent expansion across Canada, QuickFacts has been reshaping how insurance brokers operate, saving valuable time and resources.
    Tune in the learn more about how QuickFacts addresses common pain points for insurance brokerages, streamlining underwriting comparisons, optimizing workflows, and simplifying training. Jeff shares insights into the role of Generative AI in the future of underwriting, the company's growth journey, and what's on the horizon for QuickFacts.
    Learn more about QuickFacts at https://www.quickfactsinc.com/Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
    Music © Bensound.com

    • 26 min
    Episode 35: The transformative power of virtual storytelling

    Episode 35: The transformative power of virtual storytelling

    For this episode of All Hands on Tech, we dive into the cutting-edge world of virtual reality video production with Lydia Sayeau, the co-founder and CEO of BRAEVR Media, a virtual reality video production company based in Pictou County, Nova Scotia.
    Discover the transformative power of immersive and interactive video content as Lydia shares insights into BRAEVR's innovative approach to helping clients showcase their brands in bold and exciting ways. From rebranding to Tech Forward Awards recognition, explore the journey of BRAEVR Media and gain valuable perspectives on the future of marketing and brand promotion through virtual reality. Learn how Lydia and her team are not only pushing boundaries but also celebrating the unique advantages of operating a tech-focused business in rural Nova Scotia.
    Learn more about BRAEVR Media at https://braevr.com/Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
    Music © Bensound.com

    • 29 min
    Episode 34: East Coast Tech Impact - A chat with Digital Nova Scotia's new CEO

    Episode 34: East Coast Tech Impact - A chat with Digital Nova Scotia's new CEO

    In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Claire and Ashley welcome a very special guest: Owen Sagness, the new Chief Executive Officer of Digital Nova Scotia.
    Owen shares some of his career experiences and highlights in his 20+ year career in the technology industry, and why he decided to make the switch from consulting to leading Digital Nova Scotia. We also talk about what sets Nova Scotia apart in the tech world, Owen's goals for the organization and the province's tech industry and what aspect of his new role excites him the most.
    Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
    Music © Bensound.com

    • 25 min
    Episode 33: Startup to standout: The power of branding

    Episode 33: Startup to standout: The power of branding

    You may have noticed Proposify sporting a fresh new look these days.
    After several years in business, the Halifax-based proposal software company decided it was time to undergo a brand refresh.
    In this episode, we sit down with Proposify's Director of Brand + Communications, Jennifer Faulkner, as well as Brian Jeffcock, the mastermind behind the transformation from Palais—the design consultancy they enlisted for the refresh. We dive into the world of branding, exploring questions like: When is the perfect moment for a brand facelift? What's the significance of nailing branding right from the start for tech startups? And how can you leverage your brand to shine brightly in the digital realm?"
    Learn more about Proposify at https://www.proposify.com/ Visit Digital Nova Scotia: https://digitalnovascotia.com/
    Music © Bensound.com

    • 49 min

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