Welcome to Podbytes! Listen to KPMG in Canada leaders and subject matter experts on a vast range of topics including our Audit, Tax, Advisory and Enterprise services. | Bienvenue sur PodBytes! Écoutez les dirigeants et les experts techniques de KPMG au Canada parler d’une vaste gamme de sujets, dont nos services-conseils et nos services aux entreprises, d’audit et de fiscalité.
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Are you curious about the latest innovations and trends in different industries? If so, then "The Deep Dive Lab" is the podcast for you! Each episode is a thrilling ride into a different field, from tech and business to healthcare and design. Our engaging and informative conversations are designed to make complex topics accessible and approachable, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. So if you want to stay ahead of the curve and learn from the best, tune in to "The D ...
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Episode 1: Tools to Thrive | Come As You Are
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Our host Ilario Melia is joined by GTA leaders Janelle Dixon & Kareem Sadek, where the group candidly and authentically share what mental health means to them and their personal journeys. They delve into what is in their own mental health toolkit, sharing genuine narratives about challenges, support systems, setbacks, and the way they utilize tools…
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Mental Health Week kicks off May each year. With that in mind, get ready for a brand new episode "Tools to Thrive" in our podcast series Come As You Are. This year’s podcast is hosted by Ilario Melia, GTA Audit Partner, Wellness Champion and GTA Mental Health Network Co-Chair.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 15: Bitcoin Mining | The State of Digital Assets
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The #Bitcoin #halving is a core part of the Bitcoin protocol which occurs every four years and reduces the amount of new bitcoin supply by half. Ahead of the halving event next week, Amanda Fabiano (Founder, Fabiano Consulting) joins KPMG's George Djuric, Kaan Farahani and host Adam Rodricks to discuss the current Bitcoin mining industry, opportuni…
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Marc Low, head of KPMG Ignition in Vancouver, invites Alex Tapscott, VC and author of "Web3 Charting the Internet's Next Economic and Cultural Frontier." They discuss entrepreneurship and what it means to get ahead as a business leader in the next internet age.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 14: Fraud and Financial Crimes with Chainalysis | The State of Digital Assets
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Chainalysis CMO, Ian Andrews, joins Sue Ling Yip (Partner, Risk Services, Financial Crimes, KPMG in Canada) and Kunal Bhasin (Partner & Co-Leader, Digital Assets Center of Excellence, Advisory Services, KPMG in Canada) to discuss financial crimes involving cryptoassets and findings from the latest Chainalysis Crypto Crime Report. Please note that t…
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Marc Low, head of KPMG Ignition in Vancouver, invites Brett Henkel, co-founder and senior vice president of business development at Svante, and Jeanette Jackson, CEO of Foresight to a candid conversation on the challenges and opportunities found within Cleantech.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 8: Behind the green screen - ESG fraud | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In this episode, we will be discussing stories of ESG fraud and its many consequences. Tony Lam joins as a special guest to share his thoughts on how to ensure that actions made towards ESG goals have the intended impact and how to avoid perpetuating ESG fraud.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 7: To pay or not to pay? The ransomware question | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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Ransomware continues to make headlines and is seen on the news more frequently these days. In this episode, we share stories detailing how events unfold when a group of skilled individuals hold sensitive company information hostage through the use of ransomware.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 6: Decrypting the truth | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In this episode, we discuss stories of cryptocurrency fraud and how we can all protect ourselves from becoming victims. Special guests Amrit Dev and James Emerson join as special guests to share recommendations and best practices to invest carefully in cryptocurrencies to mitigate the chance of fraud.…
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Ep 15: Are you vulnerable to hacking attacks? || Jo Peterson, VP Cloud & Security at Clarify360
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This week I had the pleasure to chat with Jo Peterson, a tech powerhouse discussing about cloud, cyber security and diversity. A little about Jo Peterson: Top Cloud Influence: Jo is recognized as a Top Cloud Influencer by Onalytica, “a major player in the cloud arena” by Silicon Republic Business Leadership: As the Vice President of Cloud and Secur…
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Episode 5: Hook, line and stolen identity | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In this episode, we discuss the schemes used by fraudsters to get information through illegitimate means. Imraan Bashir, Partner and National Public Sector Cyber Leader joins as a special guest and discusses phishing and digital identity.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 3: Managing your transitions | Bridging the pay gap
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In episode 3, Jillian Frank and Wendy Glaser highlight the importance of integrating pay transparency and equity into your ESG reporting and what first steps an organization should take to ensure they comply with the new pay-related legislation.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 2: Ripple effects of pay transparency | Bridging the pay gap
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The landscape is changing, moving us towards a more transparent future. In this episode, Jillian Frank and Wendy Glaser dive into the effects of recent updates on pay transparency legislation on employers throughout British Columbia. Tune in as we explore strategies for maintaining an equitable approach to organizational compensation, shaping holis…
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Episode 1: Exposing the reality | Bridging the pay gap
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In episode 1 of our latest pay equity podcast, Jillian Frank and Wendy Glaser will delve into the far-reaching effects of the recently introduced pay transparency legislation on employers throughout British Columbia. Tune in as we navigate this dynamic landscape, offering invaluable insights to help organizations proactively adapt to the evolving r…
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Episode 3: From real estate owners to family office | Real Estate and Construction in Canada
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As owners look to manage their real estate investments and preserve their wealth, establishing a family office may become a viable option. In the latest episode of our Real Estate and Construction in Canada podcast series, Tom Rothfischer speaks with Jason Belanger, KPMG Quebec Real Estate Leader, and Bridget Sachs, KPMG Family Office Senior Manage…
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Join us as we unravel the profound impact of these three buckets on the Canadian tech ecosystem and how these key pillars converge to shape a future defined by innovation, opportunity, and collective success. In episode 6, Sid Paquette, who leads RBCx at the Royal Bank of Canada, notes that there are three crucial roles in innovation. Which one is …
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Entrepreneurship thrives on self-belief, guided by exceptional mentors and nurtured by a supportive network, all needed to overcome challenges often accompanying the entrepreneurial path. In Episode 5, Jeff McCann, CEO of Apollo Insurance, shares his journey to entrepreneurship, the importance of self-confidence and the influential people who help …
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Ep 14: Could AI Become a Doctor's New Best Friend? || Rachel Barker, Program Director at SE Health
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In this episode, we dive deep into the exciting world of healthcare and technology with Rachel Barker, the Program Director at SE Health. Join us as we explore how AI is revolutionizing healthcare, making doctors' lives easier, and enhancing patient experiences. Discover the balance between technology and the human touch, the skills needed in this …
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Ep 13: Can we use Tech to solve Public Issues? || Madison Dias, GovTech & SaaS Leader
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This week, we're delving into the world of government issues and the exciting realm of gov tech, where technology becomes the catalyst for solving crucial public problems. Join me, along with the brilliant Madison Dias, GovTech & SaaS Leader and Vice President of Sales at Envisio. Together, we'll explore his remarkable experiences in overcoming maj…
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Ep 12: How I Tackle Healthcare Challenges, Lessons from a Management Consultant Manager || Beth Nuniam, Management Consulting Manager at KPMG Canada
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This week, I'm joined by Beth Nuniam, the esteemed Management Consulting Manager at KPMG Canada. Get ready to unlock the secrets of becoming a top-tier problem solver as Beth shares her invaluable experiences and expertise. Throughout the conversation, we'll delve into the intricacies of the healthcare industry, and Beth will provide exclusive insi…
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Ep 11: How to be a Better Salesperson? || Glenn Poulos, VP & GM of NWS Canada & Award Winning Author
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In this episode, we explore Glenn Poulos' journey from being a civil servant to becoming a successful businessman. Glenn has experienced two successful exits by building two companies from scratch and is recognized as an award-winning author for his book titled "Never Sit in the Lobby". Whether you're in sales, or in any field, it can always be hel…
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Ep 10: How to Reinvent Your Story || Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sacitharan
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From a troubled past and gang affiliations to earning a PhD at Oxford, a fellowship at Harvard, and becoming the CEO of Donsfield, Dr Pradeep is a true testament to the power of hustle and resilience. Get ready to be inspired and discover the secrets behind his incredible transformation. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Sacitharan : https://www.linkedin.com/in/pk…
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Episode 1: Dealmaking secrets from the world of insurance | Real Deal Insights
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"Real Deal Insights" is a podcast about stories, reflections, and recommendations from dealmakers across Canada. In this inaugural episode, KPMG in Canada Deal Advisory Partner, Georges Pigeon, sits down with People Corporation's SVP of Corporate Development, Mark Dixon, to discuss his M&A experience in the insurance industry, deal-sourcing savvy, …
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Episode 11: The tech transition – From manufacturing to finance | Women Talk Tech
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How do you transition your career in tech to a different industry? In this episode of Women Talk Tech, Jennie Sadler, Tax Transformation Senior Manager, and Derlaine Brito, Tax Transformation Manager, discuss Derlaine’s journey to KPMG from the traditional manufacturing industry to the non-traditional tech area in financial services. Derlaine also …
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Episode 4: People First Innovation | Insiders
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As your organization grows and matures, are you consciously asking the right questions? In Episode 4, Mo Asgari, Co-Founder & President of PokerLab, emphasized the importance of value add and the secret ingredient that ultimately led to the success of his business. Learn more as he shares his perspective on how technology transforms businesses.…
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In Episode 3, we’ve invited Jayesh Parmar, Co-CEO and Founder of Gunkii, to share his journey in the startup ecosystem. Having incubated his startups in San Francisco, to now bringing innovation to the market. Tune into this discussion to learn about his business model and how that differentiates his company in the market.…
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Episode 4: Being There for Others | Come As You Are
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Not only do we rely on others when we are struggling with our mental health, but friends, family, and colleagues may also struggle with offering support; no one struggles alone. In this episode we talk about how our mental health has impacted those around us, and how we have struggled to be there for others. We also share some of our biggest learni…
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Join us in Episode 2 as we delve into the fascinating world where the human experience meets the disruptive force of AI. Special guest Cameron Burke, Technology Partner at Fort Capital, shares his unique perspective on innovation and the game-changing influence of GenAI in business. Prepare for a captivating exploration of reclaiming passion and re…
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Uncover the untold scaling stories in BC with Anna Sainsbury, CEO of GeoComply, and Tomica Divic, Interim President and CEO of Innovate BC's groundbreaking unicorn study. Join us in Episode 1 for remarkable insights, challenges, and opportunities in entrepreneurship.By KPMG Canada
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Episode 3: Finding Balance | Come As You Are
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This episode is about the hot topic of work-life balance. Finding the balance that is right for you is important as it not only improves your mental health, but it helps reduce stress, and prevents burnout. But what does balance really mean? We talk about a few different concepts to achieving a work-life blend that is right for you - whether that i…
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Ep 9: Scaling for Success: The Key to Unlocking Team Growth || Melissa Lobato, Senior Program Manager at IDEO
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This week, I chatted with Melissa Lobato, Senior Program Manager at IDEO. We dived into the world of program management and scaling teams, uncovering the secrets to success. Melissa shared her invaluable insights, giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of expanding a team. We discussed practical strategies, real-life exam…
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Episode 2: Developing Resiliency | Come As You Are
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Being resilient means being able to manage challenges or life events, recover quickly from them, and even grow or improve as a result of these challenges. But being resilient does not mean that people don’t experience stress, emotions, setbacks, or even suffering – being resilient is more about how you work through those challenges. In this episode…
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Episode 10: How can businesses address AI’s bias problem? | Women Talk Tech
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In this episode of Women Talk Tech, we look at how businesses can move the dial when it comes to awareness around creating, using and interacting with AI in an ethical, responsible and inclusive manner. Tune in as Zoe Willis, National Data and Digital Leader and Silvia Gonzalez-Zamora, Partner in the People & Change practice and National Leader of …
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Ep 8: How can I become attractive to employers? || Jeremy Woo, Global Compensation Manager at NewRocket
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In this episode, we chat with Jeremy Woo, Global Compensation Manager at NewRocket, about the importance of human capital in driving business success. We explore the challenges that companies face in attracting and retaining top talent, and discuss effective strategies for developing and managing human capital. Jeremy shares insights into what make…
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Episode 1: Break the Stigma | Come As You Are
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When we talk about mental health, we can either focus on breaking the stigma with mental illness or mental health challenges, or we can focus on how to maintain positive mental health. Enhancing positive mental health is possible for everyone, even those with a mental illness. And people can recover from mental illness, and even thrive! In this epi…
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Episode 13: Unmasking Crypto Crimes | The State of Digital Assets
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Liezel Pistorius and Amrit Dev, Senior Managers in KPMG in Canada's Forensic practice, join host Adam Rodricks and recurring guest Kunal Bhasin from KPMG in Canada’s Cryptoassets & Blockchain CoE to discuss fraud and financial crimes in the cryptoassets industry.By KPMG Canada
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Teaser - This Is Me: Striving to Thrive | Come As You Are
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Mental Health week kicks off May each year. With that in mind, get ready for our newest 4-part podcast series release called, This is me: striving to thrive. We encourage you to take each week this month to listen to the newest episode. I will be joined by a special guest over the course of the month and we will share our authentic stories about st…
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Ep 7: How do governments build AI (Artificial Intelligence) policies? || Michael Kolain, policy advisor and legal expert from the Berlin Parliament
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This week, I'm joined by Michael Kolain, a policy advisor and legal expert from the Berlin Parliament. In this episode, we explore the challenge of balancing innovation and regulation in the development and deployment of AI. From the use of self-driving cars to the importance of transparent data and building regulations that prioritize public safet…
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Episode 12: Proof of Reserves | The State of Digital Assets
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Nic Carter, Partner at Castle Island Ventures joins our host Adam Rodricks (National Lead, Digital Services), Kareem Sadek (Partner, Technology Risk Consulting) and Kunal Bhasin (Director & Co-Lead, Cryptoassets & Blockchain CoE, Advisory Services) on this episode of our State of Cryptoasets podcast series. Their discussion focused on proof of rese…
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Ep 6: The Latest Tech Trends in Real Estate || Greg Fok, Director of COOCIO Advisory.
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This week, I'm welcomed by the real estate tech guru, Greg Fok, Director of COOCIO Advisory. We'll explore the latest innovations such as digital twins and IoT, and how they're changing the game in real estate. Greg shares his expert insights on how these technologies are optimizing operations, enhancing sustainability, and creating new opportuniti…
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Ep 5: How to market your product effectively? || Kevin Chan, Director of Product Marketing at HIMSS
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In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Chan, Director of Product Marketing at HIMSS, to discuss the world of product marketing. Kevin shares his expertise and insights on topics ranging from creating effective product messaging, identifying target audiences, and developing pricing strategies, to measuring campaign success and collaborating with cro…
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Episode 9: Igniting change in tech | Women Talk Tech
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What does it really mean to work in a technology team, such as Ignition Tax, at KPMG in Canada? What initiatives are in place at the firm to help empower women in this male-dominated industry? In this episode of Women Talk Tech, Shery Mormile (Strategy & Operations Lead) and Cynthia Wang (Product Owner) break down their career journeys and share de…
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Ep 4: AI pt 2: What is Chat GPT? || Jonathan Kurniawan, CPO at Prodago
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In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Kurniawan, the Chief Product Officer at Prodago, to discuss deep fakes and Chat GPT. We not only explored the capabilities and limitations of these powerful tools but also discussed the most ethical ways to use them. Jonathan Kurniawan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-kurniawan/ Connect with me on Soc…
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Episode 4: A charity for me | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In the fourth episode of the Fraudcast series, our hosts Jazz Clemente and Frédéric LeBlond discuss the story of a man who took advantage of an organization built to help those in need. Karen Grogan, Partner, Forensic Services joins to discuss why fraud can occur at non-profit and charitable organizations, behaviors of a fraudster and steps NPOs ca…
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Episode 3: Rules for thee, not rules for me | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In episode 3 of our Fraudcast series, we discuss stories of rule-bending and breaking, of tricksters who believed themselves immune to scrutiny, and the fallout of their actions. Kas Rehman, Partner, Forensic services joins to share recommendations and best practices for conflicts of interest and unethical conduct.…
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Ep 3: What is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and will it take over humans? || Jonathan Kurniawan, Chief Product Officer at Prodago
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This episode is part 1 of 2 episodes where we'll be exploring the world of AI and ethical AI with none other than Jonathan Kurniawan, Chief Product Officer of Prodago. In this episode, we'll be chatting with Jonathan, a leading expert in the field of AI, and uncovering his insights on ethical AI. We'll be discussing everything from defining ethical…
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Episode 2: Ventures of lies - Ponzi schemes| Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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Join hosts, Jazz Clemente, and Frederic LeBlond, of KPMG in Canada’s Forensics practice as they tell the story of a man who lived a double life and how his ambition to succeed led him to create one of the biggest Ponzi schemes in Canadian History. They will be joined by Karen Grogan, Partner in KPMG’s Forensics practice to discuss signs of a Ponzi …
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Episode 1: Be careful who you trust | Fraudcast: stories of tricks & treachery
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In our Fraudcast series we will unravel fraud cases in the news to uncover what happened and explore lessons learned. In the first episode we will be discussing stories of deceit and deception, of vulnerable people who just wish they could have known better, the unfortunate victims of scams. Join Jazz Clemente and Frederic LeBlond, of KPMG in Canad…
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Ep 2: Digital Transformation, IoT (Internet of Things) and AI's (Artificial Intelligence) Chat GPT || Vice President of Technology at Bosa Properties, Matthew Grunert
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In this episode, we're joined by digital transformation leader, Matthew Grunert, as we explore how digital transformation, Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are transforming industries. Matthew shares practical advice on leveraging IoT, AI and Chat GPT to improve operational efficiency and enhance business operations. Get i…
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Ep 1: What is innovation and how to innovate effectively? || Client Innovation Lead at Accenture, Luke Brodie
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Summary: Get ready to dive into the exciting world of innovation! This week, I'm thrilled to be joined by Luke Brodie, the brilliant mind behind Accenture's Client Innovation Hub. Luke is a true expert when it comes to all things innovative, and we're going to explore the fascinating world of Design Thinking and how to cultivate a culture of innova…
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