A huge milestone for this ongoing project that started in 2014. I’m elated for our team as the research paper has been published after much editing through the lengthy submission process. A big congrats goes Allan Kember for his leadership and project management. I’m grateful to have been chosen to be a part of this […]
I completely agree 100%+ in the importance of building empathy in kids, when they’re young, empowering them to better connect and succeed in a meaningful life. It shouldn’t be a surprise, but I suppose it is for the new generations who don’t have family or opportunities to grow up with nature. I was very lucky […]
Great reminder on key factors that can really facilitate better creativity and productivity, #3 – 5 especially! Each person is different and thus the dynamic of any team is unique, finding ways to help facilitate successful collaboration is important. Here’s a prime example where once you have the knowledge of the design process for Service […]
To Everyone who participated in last night’s event… Courage Last night was truly incredible. I know some of you came feeling depleted and probably skeptical of what we could bring to you, asking yourselves “How Might We be of service to you.” I want to thank you on behalf of all of us here, for […]
Over half a year ago I was asked if I’d be interested in doing something with regards the helping people who are affected by the Opioid Epidemic, specifically the high number of overdoses caused by Fentanyl. I said “Yes” and took the meeting with Bix & Joe of Bickson2, to discuss the wild ideas. Both parties […]
IES – Innovating for Employment Success – Pilot Program, Test group 2 And that’s a wrap!! We did it! 18 participants, 10 different countries, divided into 4 teams working to solve “wicked problems” for 4 local organizations through the Innovating for Employment Success Workshop with MosaicBC. Next week, the City of Vancouver, Zaber Technologies, and […]
We got through our first ever Global GovJam with smiles and two plausible public service concepts that we all wished were real! Of course there were a few small hiccups along the way, from planning logistics to participants not being able to commit to both days last minute, which meant some teammates were left solo […]