The QT Podcast
The QT Podcast amplifies the insights of inspiring 2SLGBTQIA+ professionals and entrepreneurs in the tech ecosystem! We’ve created this podcast to influence positive cultural change by creating a platform for sharing knowledge, experiences, achievements, and challenges of members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Produced by Lauren Hicks Supported by the Canada Media Fund Learn more at Queertech.org
Episodes
In this conversation, join entrepreneurial trailblazers Bobbie Racette and Marlon Thompson as we discuss the opportunities and challenges ahead for Canada’s small business sector.
From funding to investor meetings, we discuss the importance of being yourself and how to overcome the “NOs” when raising capital. Whether you're a small business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone interested in the intersection of technology and bu...
Listen in on our conversation about one of the most crucial aspects of launching a startup—building the right founding team.
Co-Founder chemistry can make or break your business, and getting the team dynamic right from the start is essential for long-term success.
We will explore how to find and attract the perfect Co-Founder, how to align your visions, and the key qualities to look for in a founding partner. We’ll also discuss the ...
Dans cet épisode du QT Podcast, Jasmine Gervais, cofondatrice et cheffe de l’exploitation chez Wallrus Creative Technologies, raconte le parcours fascinant de cette entreprise technologique créative de pointe qui conçoit des espaces interactifs et des solutions d’engagement du public pour les secteurs culturel, événementiel et du marketing expérientiel.
De ses débuts en production vidéo jusqu’à des projets d’envergure pour Bell Cana...
In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the economic and social challenges many individuals and communities face today. From rising inequality to systemic barriers, we explore how these factors shape lives and hinder opportunities.
Through personal stories, insightful discussions, and actionable strategies, we uncover how resilience, innovation, and community support can help overcome these obstacles.
Join us as we explore the i...
Bruno Morel, CTO de Premier Health of America, nous ouvre la porte sur un parcours technologique hors du commun, où l’innovation va de pair avec la résilience et l’humanité.
Dans cet épisode du QT Podcast, il partage les leçons qui l’ont façonné : son expérience d’immigration, les défis culturels, l’univers des infrastructures à fort achalandage, ainsi que son retour à l’essentiel à travers son travail dans le secteur de la santé. ...
In this episode, we dive deep into the power of technology and how it's being harnessed to create a positive social impact in the queer community.
We chatted with leading experts, innovators, and change-makers who are using tech to address pressing social issues. Learn how individuals, organizations, and even governments are leveraging tools to drive change, promote sustainability, and empower marginalized communities.
This episode...
Join us in our conversation with innovator and entrepreneur, Olivier Lussier, Co-Founder and Creative Director at Lowbirth Games as he takes us on an exciting journey of creating video games with diverse, authentic queer characters.
In this podcast, we explore the challenges and triumphs of building inclusive worlds where representation matters. From game development to the personal stories that inspire characters, our host, Dae Co...
Did you know queer people hold <1% of leadership positions in the Canadian tech industry? This episode sheds light on the resilience, authenticity, and empathy that queer leaders bring to the table. It’s filled with industry leader insights to help lift queer professionals to leadership heights. We hope you enjoy it!
Many thanks to our incredible Guests. Featuring: Clea Arrieta, Bruno Morel, Dax Dasilva, Lindsay Evans, Jess...
In this episode, we are deep diving into what it takes to build your career while queer. We discussed with many professionals the importance of skilling up, building networks, finding mentorship, vetting companies, and navigating interviews with authenticity. With community stories and expert advice supported by QT Report, we hope these conversations are thought-provoking and helpful on your career journey, wherever you may be in i...
KICKING OFF SEASON TWO!
In Episode One, we highlight the exceptional contributions of queer individuals in the tech industry. Despite obstacles, these individuals have made significant impacts as leaders, founders, and creatives. We delve into the importance of psychological safety in the workplace and discuss practical steps to foster inclusive environments.
Listen to queer tech professionals share their experiences and insights...
On this episode of the QT Podcast, our host Margi Marchetti sits down with Nasouh Al Tark, Front-end Developer. Nasouh shares his story of growing up in Syria and emigrating to Canada as a refugee, and his professional journey, recounting the challenges and triumphs he experienced as a queer individual in the tech industry. Tune in!
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Dr. Devan Kronisch (they/them) brings a unique perspective to coaching in tech, placing a focus on science and empathy in assisting start-ups in the formation of solid organization plans and systems that work for a diverse employee pool.
In this episode of the QT Podcast, our host Margi Marchetti sits down with Dr. Devan Kronisch, a psychologist turned coach working in tech. Tune in as Devan shares their unique perspective on navig...
Gregory John - awohkotsinaa joins us to share his story of self-actualization while growing up both Gay and Metis in Alberta, Canada, and navigating several industries that ultimately led to founding a tech company: Unimaize Technologies.
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Presented by RBC
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Hosted by Margi Marchetti
Video Editing by Tea...
For Zhané Stimpson, when it comes to tech fostering an open and diverse community is key. With a particular focus on ensuring space for youth, women and 2SLGBTQIA+, Zhané’s primary goal remains sharing the inherent beauty of tech and coding. Through youth-driven initiatives and community-building events, Zhané is a sure leader in ensuring a vibrant and welcoming future for tech. In this episode of the QT Podcast, Margi connects wit...
After relocating from Brussels to Montréal—the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown prompted a period of self-reflection and change. “Being stuck at home and seeing the world kind of falling apart brought me to think a lot about myself and a lot of things,” they reflect. “I realized that I was non-binary […] and it changed a lot of things in my view of the world, of myself, and of my career, too.” In this episode of the QT Podcast, our host...
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