Our host Claire is joined by Eilidh Lindsay-Sinclair and Laura Hawkins, Digital Skills for Women+ (DS4W+) co-founders, who talk all things related to the program.

Created in 2018, the two discuss their tech career journeys and how it influenced them to build the DS4W+ program. Find out how it bridges the gap between women and gender diverse individuals into the tech industry, creates community and encourages personal and career advancement.

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Kindred AI is redefining how emotional intelligence can be measured, practiced, and scaled in the workplace.

In this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion speaks with Amanda Richardson, Growth Manager at Kindred AI, about how their platform blends AI and EQ to help employees grow, reflect, and lead with empathy. They dive into the challenges of teaching emotional intelligence through technology, the misconceptions around AI in human spaces, and how this approach could reshape leadership and workplace culture for the future.

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From landmine detection to sustainable farming, Palladium MC is redefining how AI and robotics can transform industries. In this episode of All Hands on Tech, Claire Quirion speaks with founders Olesya Shyvikova and Chris Curtis about their journey from d

In this episode of All Hands on Tech we're joined by Michael Broley, Founder & CEO of MBD Studios, to talk about his journey from working in sales at Xerox to founding an agency, un-trendy marketing tactics, and mascots?!

Michael discusses the excitement of helping businesses bring their brands to life from logos to customer journeys by using agile creativity and genuine curiosity. You don't need to be an expert in a client's field in order to provide a nuanced and rounded service — they already are the expert. He also chats honestly about balancing work and life as a solopreneur in a growing work-from-home culture.

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In this episode, we're joined by Patrick Manifold, Founder & CEO of Nova Social Media & Marketing. Patrick discusses his journey from growing up in England, becoming a professional basketball player, moving to Nova Scotia and launching the business. Learn how Nova Social has created their local-first brand through organic development and programs like the Tourism Digital Assistance Program.

Patrick also shares some hot tips for social media marketing, how to get your organization in front of the right audience, and utilizing AI as a scaling system.

What happens when cutting-edge AI meets the vast, mysterious world beneath the waves? This episode of All Hands on Tech with Digital Nova Scotia dives into how students, researchers, and industry are teaming up to tackle some of our biggest ocean challenges. Discover how underwater drones, smart sensors, and machine learning are tracking thousands of migrating fish, spotting hidden debris from drones, and helping coastal communities protect their waters. Hear real stories of unexpected partnerships, surprising discoveries, and the ethical questions that come with using AI in an ocean with still so much to discover. If you’re curious about where technology, nature, and human ingenuity collide, this is the podcast for you.

Ever wondered what really goes on inside a Security Operations Center (SOC)? In this episode, host, Claire Quirion chats with Derek Halfyard from GoSecure about his journey from NSCC to leading threat hunts and helping clients stay safe around the clock. We break down what a SOC is, who works there, what roles like threat hunters and detection engineers actually do, and what it’s really like to build a career in cybersecurity.

Derek also opens up about the biggest challenges SOC professionals face, the stress of wondering if a threat has been missed, and the unmatched satisfaction of detecting a previously unknown threat. Whether you're curious about breaking into cyber security or want to understand the realities of life inside a SOC, this episode offers deep insights and career advice. From certifications to career pivots, this is real talk for anyone curious about joining the industry.

In this episode of All Hands on Tech, host Claire Quirion welcomes Jeff MacArthur, CEO of Konnekt Digital Engagement and a longtime leader in Atlantic Canada’s tech industry.

With over a decade of involvement in the Digital Nova Scotia tech community, including service on the Board of Directors, Jeff shares his insights on the evolving local tech scene, the early days of social media, the rise of AI, and hybrid networking.

The conversation dives into the story behind Third Wednesdays, Nova Scotia’s most well-attended monthly tech meetup. It explores how Jeff has created a welcoming space that connects seasoned professionals, students, and newcomers. Claire and Jeff also revisit his work on one of the internet’s first video podcasts, commandN, and his recent return to co-hosting alongside his sister Amber Mac on The AmberMac Show.

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