Dr. Aaron GenestSenior Manager of Application Engineers – Digital Industry Software, SiemensPresident – SaskTech Dr. Aaron Genest is a recognized leader at the intersection of digital innovation, advanced manufacturing, and workforce transformation. As Senior Manager of Application Engineers, Aaron helps support and sell products that design and verify the most advanced computer chips in the world. Based in Saskatoon, Aaron …

Lisa McBride Vice President | Country Leader GE Vernova Hitachi Lisa is the Country Leader, GE Vernova Hitachi’s SMR Canada business. In her role, Lisa is responsible for the vision, strategy and leadership of the deployment and implementation of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor in Canada. Lisa is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the business operations across Canada. …

Dr. Michael Wagner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at George Washington University in Washington, DC. He earned his BS in Chemistry from the University of Oregon, a PhD in Chemistry from Michigan State University, and completed postdoctoral research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). His research focuses on materials chemistry, particularly carbon materials, with expertise …

Gordon More, Executive Director of the Southeast Techhub (SETH), co-founded IDS Internet Dispatch Services, growing it from a small office in North Vancouver into a multinational company with offices in Australia and clients around the world. In 2022, Gordon moved to Estevan and retired—only to later take on the role of Executive Director at SETH. He is a passionate advocate …

Tania Hlohovsky-Andrist serves as the Executive Director of Innovation and Applied Research, in the Centre of Sustainable Innovation at the Southeast College. In this role, her efforts are focused on: business and industry partnerships community engagement applied research and research grants fostering innovation sustainable practices Tania will be presenting about Southeast College’s Applied Research Programs. Together with their students, they …

Ryan Gustafson is a course designer, instructor, and researcher at Southeast College, where he focuses on computer training, technology, and real-world project-based learning. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Information Systems. Ryan’s professional experience spans various roles, including data engineering, research assistance, project management, and geology, providing him with a broad skill set in both technical and …

Christian Boyle is the CEO and Founder of Shapeshift Developments, a consultancy focused on developing projects with regional impacts. Christian has worked as a professional economic development practitioner in Saskatchewan for the past 18 years. During that time he has managed publicly funded economic development agencies and provided dedicated economic development services to First Nations governments. Christian has developed significant …