All Hands on Tech with Digital Nova Scotia
Episodes
Unifying Brand and Performance: SaaS Marketing Insights with Outshine
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion sits down with Kristi McKee, Senior Director of Client Strategy at Outshine, to explore the ...
From Cloud to Commerce: How Ateko is Leading Retail Innovation
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion chats with Ian Bezanson, Commerce Cloud Practice Lead at Ateko (formerly CloudKettle), about...
Powering the Future: Roswall Development and Nova Scotia’s Renewable Energy Transformation
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of All Hands on Tech, we sit down with Daniel Roscoe, CEO of Roswall Development to explore how the Halifax-based company is helping d...
Digital Skills for Women+: Carving Paths into Tech Though Community
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our host Claire is joined by Eilidh Lindsay-Sinclair and Laura Hawkins, Digital Skills for Women+ (DS4W+) co-founders, who talk all things related to ...
Kindred AI: Redefining Emotional Intelligence with AI
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kindred AI is redefining how emotional intelligence can be measured, practiced, and scaled in the workplace. In this episode of All Hands on Tech, ho...
Global Vision, Local Roots: Palladium MC’s AI Revolution
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From landmine detection to sustainable farming, Palladium MC is redefining how AI and robotics can transform industries. In this episode of All Hands ...
MBD Studio: Grilled Cheese Mascots and Un-trendy Marketing
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech we're joined by Michael Broley, Founder & CEO of MBD Studios, to talk about his journey from working in sales...
Nova Social Media & Marketing: From Professional Basketball Player to Local Entrepreneur
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by Patrick Manifold, Founder & CEO of Nova Social Media & Marketing. Patrick discusses his journey from growing ...
DeepSense: Deep Tech & Deeper Oceans - AI Beneath the Surface
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when cutting-edge AI meets the vast, mysterious world beneath the waves? This episode of All Hands on Tech with Digital Nova Scotia dives...
GoSecure: Cyber Careers Decoded - SOCs, Threat Hunting & How to Get In
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what really goes on inside a Security Operations Center (SOC)? In this episode, host, Claire Quirion chats with Derek Halfyard from GoSe...
Konnekt Digital Engagement: Supporting the Evolution of Local Tech
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion welcomes Jeff MacArthur, CEO of Konnekt Digital Engagement and a longtime leader in Atlantic...
Mobia Technology Innovations: A People-First Approach to Tech
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion is joined by Mike Reeves, President and Owner of Mobia Technology Innovations. Fr...
Interactive Society of Nova Scotia: Building a Stronger, Connected Community for Game Developers
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this exciting episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion sits down with Ryan Sno-Wood from the Interactive Society of Nova Scotia (ISNS) to ...
Growing Authentically with Dash Social: Revolutionizing How Brands Connect with Creators
26 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, our host Claire Quirion sits down with Daphne North, Director of Product Marketing and Content at Dash Social, t...
Successful Storytelling: Rewriting the Work-Life Balance Narrative with amPR
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of All Hands on Tech, host Eilish Bonang-Smith speaks with Ashley MacInnis, founder of AMPR, a communications ...
Unmasking Success: Rewriting the Rules of Design with Pixels & Pieces
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of All Hands on Tech, host Eilish Bonang sits down with Amy Harrison, founder of Pixels and Pieces, for an inspiring conve...
Privacy, Technology, and the Law: Expert Insights with David Fraser
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Eilish Bonang sits down with David Fraser, one of Canada’s leading privacy and technology lawyers, to exp...
Confidence, Careers, and Community: The Impact of Techsploration
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when young women and gender-diverse youth see role models who look like them in STEM and skilled trades? They realize they belong.In this...
The Impact of QueerTech: Building Safe Spaces and Stronger Networks
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Eilish Bonang sits down with QueerTech’s CEO and Founder, Naoufel Testaouni, to explore the organization...
20 Years of Creativity, Collaboration, and Continuous Reinvention with Trampoline Branding
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step inside the dynamic world of Trampoline Branding, a powerhouse creative agency that has been shaping Nova Scotia’s marketing landscape for over ...
Funding the Future: How the QEII Foundation is Shaping Nova Scotia's Healthcare
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of the All Hands on Tech podcast, QEII Foundation President and CEO, Susan Mullin, and Dr. David Clarke, a renowned neurosurgeon...
From Coffee Shop Conversations to Cutting-Edge Care: Exploring Virtual Hallway’s Impact on Healthcare
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Eilish and Greg, explore how Virtual Hallway is tackling one of Canada’s biggest healthcare challenges: ...
From Growth to Giving: Nucleus Strategie’s Commitment to Community in Nova Scotia
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of All Hands on Tech takes listeners on an inspiring journey with Clement Roy, founder and CEO of Nucleus Strategie, as he recounts his u...
From Corporate to Cause: Navigating Wellness with Fem Entity
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, Eilish Bonang and Greg Dobson sit down with Irene Saliendra, co-founder of Fem Entity, a wellness platform that ...
A Decade of Dedication: CloudKettle’s Journey From Small Pot to Big Brew
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Greg Poirier, founder and CEO of CloudKettle, takes listeners behind the scenes of building a company with a clear vision: to grow st...
From Ransomware to Red Bull Racing: Inside Arctic Wolf’s Cybersecurity Solutions
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, our hosts, Eilish and Greg, sit down with Amit Vyas, Enterprise Account Executive, and Geoff Sullivan, Senior Sales Engineer at Arcti...
The BeResponsive Blueprint: From SEO to Mastering Social Media & Everything in Between
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of All Hands on Tech, we sit down with David Tonen, the co-founder and CEO of BeResponsive Media, to explore the evolving world ...
Inside the 2024 Atlantic Technology Summit: Innovation for a Connected World
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Eilish and Ashley chat with Calvino Anderson, Vice President of Sales at Gallagher and one of the key orga...
Human-First Hiring: The Heart of Humankind Global Recruitment
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the All Hands on Tech, host Eilish Bonang is joined by Rick Purcell, Managing Director, and Andy Chesters, Recruitment Director, of...
Crafting Compelling Communication: Kelford Inc. Shares Insights on AI, Content Creation, and Customer Focus in Tech
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Eilish and Greg explore the dynamic world of tech marketing with Joel Kelly, co-founder of Kelford Inc. Th...
Breaking Barriers: The Power of Accessibility and Authenticity with Clarity Web Design Studio
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts, Eilish and Greg, for the latest episode of All Hands on Tech - Breaking Barriers: The Power of Accessibility and Authenticity with Clarity...
Bridging the Digital Divide: The Mission of GEO Nova Scotia
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Innovative Tech Marketing: Demos, Data, and Digital Channels
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Ashley and Claire as they immerse themselves into the world of tech marketing with Katie Langton, a Marketing Technology Strategist at Verb...
Pocket-Sized Peace of Mind: Exploring Stethophone's Impact on Health Care
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Bringing Indigenous Representation to the Tech Sector Table
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 e...
Transforming Transactions: Matera's Legacy of Innovation
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts, Ashley and Claire, for Season 3 Episode 40 of All Hands on Tech!Listen along to this insightful conversation featuring Thierry Battistini,...
Navigating Tech Talent: Strategies for Success in Atlantic Canada
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Art of Authenticity: This Is Marketing's Brand-Centric Approach
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Storytelling With Data to Achieve Business Success
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 imp...
Faster, smarter, better: FinTech solutions in insurance underwriting
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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-changin...
The transformative power of virtual storytelling
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 C...
East Coast Tech Impact - A chat with Digital Nova Scotia's new CEO
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 N...
Startup to standout: The power of branding
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You may have noticed Proposify sporting a fresh new look these days. After several years in business, the Halifax-based proposal software company deci...
One year later: reflections on the four-day workweek
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we hear from Aptitude Digital, a company that's been a staple in Halifax's tech scene for nearly two decades. They've made waves rece...
Episode 31: Revolutionizing raffles
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Ashley and Claire are joined by Amber Froese, VP of Marketing Communications at Rafflebox Technologies. Le...
Episode 30: A voyage into tech law
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of All Hands on Tech, hosts Claire and Ashley delve into the world of tech law with Kellen Voyer, the founder of Voyer Law, a full-ser...
Episode 29: Empowering employees through education
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of All Hands on Tech, we explore the transformative power of democratizing digital skills within organizations. Our guest, Kieran M...
Episode 28: Cutting through the noise
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Great content is great, but it's not very effective if nobody sees it. In a world full of noise, how do you cut through it to ensure your great conten...
Episode 27: Virtual care, real impact
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode, we sit down with Nathan Thompson from Dialogue, Canada's premier virtual healthcare and wellness platform, providing affordable, on-...
Episode 26: Find your stride on social
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode, we're talking digital marketing and analytics for B2B SaaS. The team at Outshine are experts in this area, working with high-growth ...
Episode 25: Creating an award-winning workplace
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We, like technology, are constantly evolving—and that sums up the theme of this episode of All Hands on Tech.Join us as we sit down with John Leahy,...
Episode 24: Building buzz for your business
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every business has a unique story to tell, even in the most niche and technical industries. Find out how to turn your ideas into influence to build cr...
Episode 23: Securing the remote workforce
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether companies were prepared for it or not, the remote-work revolution is here, and managing a work-from-home team effectively is no easy feat. For...
Episode 22: The tech-touch balance
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ChatGPT, AI, robotics—how do you centre the human in a workforce that is quickly embracing automation? It's all about striking the right balance bet...
Episode 21: From tech idea to execution
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So you've got a great idea that will disrupt the tech industry, but you don't necessarily have the know-how to bring that idea to market. What do you ...
Episode 20: Digital experience expectations
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Digital products have come a long way and seem to be ever-evolving—so what do users expect from their digital experiences in 2023?We dive into the w...
Episode 19: From their keyboards to your screens
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
REDspace is building the future of television, entertainment and learning. For this episode, we take a deep dive into the ever-changing world of video...
Episode 18: Why wait? Automate!
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Digital marketing is a fast-paced industry, and it can seem challenging to keep up. But for Blue Cow Marketing, the key is to streamline and automate ...
Episode 17: Financing of the future
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our lives are becoming more digitized every day—from how we communicate, to how we shop to even how we bank. People today have the convenience of ma...
Episode 16: Propelling founders into leaders
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Atlantic Canada is where it's at, and if you aren't here, you should be here."That's according to Kathryn Lockhart, the CEO of Propel, Atlantic Canad...
Episode 15: Booting up Black businesses
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The pandemic accelerated the need for businesses to show up online, meaning tech integration was no longer an option to remain competitive.The Black B...
Episode 14: The power of inclusive marketing
24 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to digital marketing, there are countless strategies and tactics to test out and implement in your campaigns. But for Differo Marketing,...
Episode 13: A new era of digital in Nova Scotia
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's everywhere and in unexpected places. There's no doubt digital is a booming industry in Nova Scotia, but collaboration is key if we wish to mainta...
Episode 12: The Potential of Play: How VR is changing the game in healthcare
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After years of offering fun (and sometimes life-changing) virtual reality experiences for Nova Scotians, Daniel Baldwin and his business partner set o...
Episode 11: The might of a mentor
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Entering the tech sector can be overwhelming, but Alison Knott has one big piece of advice: "Get a mentor, get a mentor, get a mentor!" In this episod...
Episode 10: Creating places that people want to work
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s unprecedented and unique office environment, many workplaces have five different generations working together, which can be challenging w...
Episode 9: A deeper dive with DeepSense
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jena and Isaac as they chat with Jennifer LaPlante from DeepSense to discuss all things ocean tech, research and the importance of moving this fo...
Episode 8: Company culture and how you foster it
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We sat down with TribalScale to chat about their company culture, how it helped pivot to an online model when the pandemic started and keeps the team ...
Episode 7: Creating Cape Breton Connections
20 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past 3 years, staying connected and getting a reliable internet connection has been at the forefront of everyone's mind. With the help of tod...
Episode 6: Deep Work not Busy Work
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Productivity looks different to every individual, but what can employers and employees do to ensure they are optimizing their days to have the best pe...
Episode 5: Insurance Inception?
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is no such thing as a cookie-cutter education or background when it comes to entering the tech sector, and today's guest Mary Hodgett is a stron...
Episode 4: Are we Augmented in Reality?
09 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Technology is constantly developing, providing users with the opportunity to not only augment our reality but also explore different realities and env...
Episode 3: Is there anybody out there? Finding Community in Code
26 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Keeping connected and finding community in our modern digital world can be tricky. How can you foster relationships and feel a sense of belonging whil...
Episode 2: A Small Fish in a Big Pond
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The tech sector in Nova Scotia is booming, and our rural communities are no exception to this. With remote or online work becoming the new normal, man...
Episode 1: Are there too many podcasts?
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Finding the best channels to help amplify your message and story is critical content creation, which led many to the wonderous world of podcasting. In...