Rainforest Connector: Social and Technical Innovation – Construction

Rainforest Connector: Social and Technical Innovation – Construction

Innovative construction technologies improve safety, efficiency, and productivity. What does construction innovation mean for Alberta? Have you ever thought of 3-D printed houses or uncrewed robots that work in construction sites? While these developments enhance automation and lower human risk; there are alternative business models that can benefit society and its employees. This session will explore the innovative approaches of construction companies on technology, automatization, and management.

Featured Panelist

Hosts:

Dr. Irina Garces (Co-host) is a specialist in smart materials and devices, nano and macro material composites, biomaterials, novel techniques of manufacturing – and has been involved with start-up tech companies, and is always interested in collaboration opportunities [email protected].

Gail Powley (Session Chair) an avid volunteer in the innovation community, is President of Technology Alberta, and as a Chemical Engineer and then later manager – has worked for industry, government, and academia – and for companies of all sizes including: Procter & Gamble, Aspen Technology, Matrikon (Honeywell), and Willowglen Systems.

What is the Connector?

Rainforest Alberta – Connector is an informal get-together for Edmonton entrepreneurs at all stages (from ideation to exiting), small business owners, and ecosystem helpers looking to encourage and promote collisions between people and create connections that will help drive the success of entrepreneurs in Alberta’s innovation system.

Join us to meet new like-minded people, celebrate successes and learn from failures, and build a community that supports and promotes entrepreneurship across the Province.

Events will be hosted online via Zoom and a password is required to access the meetings, therefore registration is mandatory.

As a member of the Rainforest, you are not excluding yourself from any other community or initiative. We seek to be a harmonious complement to other aligned initiatives and anyone from the community is explicitly invited to join us.

What is Rainforest Alberta?

Rainforest Alberta is a movement, building community in the tech and innovation ecosystem in the province through opening conversations around culture, leadership, and other focus areas.

We believe Alberta is primed to be a global destination for growing your tech venture right in this province. Come to a meeting to find out why, or for more information, visit www.rainforestab.ca

Who should attend a Rainforest event?

• Anyone interested in starting or growing an innovation-based business in Alberta
• Former entrepreneurs and business owners looking to share their experience and give back to the community that helped make them successful
• Anyone exploring entrepreneurship as a potential career path
• Individuals or companies who provide services to entrepreneurs at any stage of growth, from pre-start to growth to succession
• Anyone interested in improving the culture of innovation and trust in Alberta, making a meaningful impact on the growth of the emerging innovation economy, or individuals who want to be part of the solution
• Researchers, inventors, or makers who are looking for help in making their idea a reality

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