Season 4

Sept. 4, 2025

Overcoming Remote Work Challenges with Sarah Planckaert of Essential …

Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian explore the unique challenges of virtual leadership coaching with executive coach Sarah Planckaert. They discuss building trust, communication, decision making and setting boundaries in...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Passing a Legacy of Trade and Dreams with Awl Together Leather

In another episode of Innovation Fuel, Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian chat with Tess and Ariss, co-founders of Awl Together Leather in Vancouver. They share their passion for sustainability and inclusion in leatherwo...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Strike your Bad Financial Habits with Alireza Fadaie, the "Financial …

Wanna get a handle on your finances but feeling overwhelmed? IIn this episode of the Innovation Fuel Podcast with Gelareh Farhadian and Dave Keighron, our guest is Alireza Fadaie, "the Financial Sensei." Alireza breaks down ...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Changing the economics of food production with Azrah Majin-Savin and …

On this special International Women's Day episode of Innovation Fuel, Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian sit down with the trailblazing Azra Manjin-Savin, CEO and co-founder of Syzl. Discover her journey from working wi...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability - Innovation Fuel IGNITE -…

Dive into a riveting conversation about Artificial Intelligence Optimizing Decarbonization and Sustainability at the Innovation Fuel Ignite conference. Join Innovation Fuel Podcast Hosts Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadia...

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Sept. 4, 2025

B2B Marketing Insights: Volvo's Strategy for Social Media Success

In this episode of Innovation Fuel, Our hosts, Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian, explore digital marketing in the automotive industry, focusing on B2B and employer branding. Our guest kris Granger Digital Marketing Man...

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Sept. 4, 2025

The Future of Teddy Bears

Hosts Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian welcome Zoran Kovacevic, CEO of Toy Mint, to Innovation Fuel. They dive into an engaging discussion on transforming the beloved traditional teddy bear into a digital, impactful to...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Unlocking Financial Success with a Fractional CFO: Insights from Nick…

In this episode of Innovation Fuel, Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian chat with Nick French, CPA, about the role of fractional CFOs. Learn how they support small and medium businesses with growth, strategy, and financia...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Revolutionizing Car Leasing with Econommi

In this episode of Innovation Fuel, we sit down with Arvin Mat, the Chief Operations Officer of Economy, to explore the innovative world of automotive fintech. Arvin takes us through his journey and the unique solutions Econo...

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Sept. 4, 2025

From Farm to Fork: The Future of Animal Traceability

Discover how blockchain and facial recognition are revolutionizing livestock traceability and sustainability in our latest episode of Innovation Fuel with Corlena Patterson, CEO of PrüvIT Technologies. Our hosts, Dave Keighro...

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Sept. 4, 2025

From Trash to Treasure:  Recyclorobo.ai Revolution

Discover how Recyclorobo.ai Revolution is revolutionizing the recycling industry with cutting-edge AI technology. Join Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian our latest episode of Innovation Fuel as They chat with CEO and Co...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Innovation Fuel Podcast – Special Edition: Conversations with AI Avat…

In response to UNESCO's call to promote AI competency frameworks for both teachers and students, Dr. Noosha Mehdian from University Canada West has collaborated with AI to produce this podcast. Leveraging the power of Gemini API avatars, Dr. Mehdian explores how UNESCO's AI competency framework can…

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Sept. 4, 2025

A Bright Idea for a Greener Future with Paige White Head and LuxBio

Join Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian in another enlightening episode of Innovation Fuel Business podcasts by University Canada West as we discuss the future of sustainable technology with Paige Whitehead, CEO and co-f...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Navigating the World in Three Words: A New Addressing System with Mar…

In this episode of Innovation Fuel, Join Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian as they transformative power of What3words with Marcus Taylor, Head of North American Partnerships. Discover how this innovative addressing syst...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Smart Solutions: Revolutionizing Home Security with AI Technology by …

Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian delve into the world of smart home technology with Kevin Gu, CEO of BAYS Technologies and, Somayyeh T. VP of Business Development. Learn about their ambitious goal to eliminate preventa...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Launch Your Own Beauty Brand: Insights from Blanka's Co-Founder Adam …

In this episode of Innovation Fuel, we delve into the world of beauty e-commerce with Adam Chunz, co-founder and CMO of Blanka. Discover how Blanka is democratizing the beauty industry by enabling anyone to create and scale t...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Storytelling: The Secret Weapon for Entrepreneurs by Christian Ray Fl…

Join Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian as they dive into the world of storytelling with Christian Ray Flores, co-founder of Third Drive. Discover the power of storytelling in entrepreneurship and how it can be used to c...

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Sept. 4, 2025

Real Estate Marketing Revolution Using Video by Sam Mehrbod and Roomvu

Welcome to another episode of Innovation Fuel by University Canada West, where we delve into the dynamic world of real estate marketing with Sam Meud, founder and CEO of RoomVu. Where they are transforming the marketing lands...

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Sept. 4, 2025

The Art of Podcasting: Lessons from a Former DJ by Jennifer Lee Gunso…

Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian chat with Jennifer Lee Gunson, founder of J PodCreations, about her journey from broadcasting to establishing a successful podcasting company. Discover how Jennifer's background in radi...

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Feb. 28, 2025

NFT Demystified: A Beginner's Guide to Digital Ownership with Mehmet …

Join Dave Keighron and Dr. Gelareh Farhadian explores the world of NFTs and blockchain technology with visionary technology leader Mehmet Taskiran Founder of OIX. Discover how OIX is revolutionizing the NFT marketplace by mak...

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