GVPOD - Greater Vancouver's Business Podcast

In our latest episode, Ingrid Jarret, President and CEO of the British Columbia Hotel Association, delves into the critical state of Vancouver's hotel industry. With major events like the FIFA World Cup and Taylor Swift concerts on the horizon, how is the city preparing to meet the soaring demand? Discover the strategies being employed to boost accommodation capacity and enhance gu

Dive into the latest episode of GVPOD, where Bridgitte Anderson sits down with Ian Tostenson, president and CEO of the BC Restaurant and Food Services Association, to explore the dynamic world of Vancouver's restaurant industry.From the evolution of restaurant business models to the impacts of government policy, this episode discusses Vancouver's culinary landscape.

Join Bridgitte Anderson in the latest episode of GVPOD's series, "Hosting Rights," as she explores the evolving landscape of Vancouver's tourism industry with a focus on indigenous tourism. In this engaging discussion with Keith Henry, President and CEO of the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (IAC), discover the current state of indigenous tourism post-pandemic and the oppo

BC PavCo President and CEO Ken Cretney and BC Place General Manager Chris May delve into BC Place's dynamic 'Calendar of Awesomeness,' featuring blockbuster concerts, global conventions, and sporting extravaganzas. Join host Bridgitte Anderson, President and CEO, Greater Vancouver Board of Trade, as they explore the transformative power of events, from Taylor Swift concert to Invic

Embark on a journey with Royce Chwin, President and CEO of Destination Vancouver, as he unveils the city's vibrant cultural landscape and visionary tourism strategies. From redefining Vancouver's brand narrative to fostering partnerships with Indigenous associations, Chwin paints a compelling picture of the city's tourism evolution and future prospects.

The final episode in our series on the Future of work and mental health in the workplace with Carolyn Rush is now available. As a Partner of PwC Canada's Workforce of the Future practice, Carolyn shares insights on mental health and future trends in the workplace. Drawing from multiple surveys conducted by PwC.

Listen to GVPOD's latest series on ''Implementing the 4 day work week", featuring Rory McGuire, President of Blackbird Interactive Inc.Rory takes us on the journey embarked on by Blackbird Interactive to successfully implement the 4-day work week.

In our latest episode of GVPOD, GVBOT President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson and our new guest TTT Studios Founder and VP of Operations David Hobbs discuss employee wellbeing in the age of artificial intelligence in the workplace.

Gain practical advice and insights from Alex Pang and Bridgitte Anderson as they discuss success stories and strategies for Greater Vancouver businesses on GVPOD.

GVPOD's latest series on the future of work and mental health in the workplace features Paula Allen, SVP at TELUS Health.Responsible for the team researching Telus' Mental Health Index, Paula shares invaluable insights about navigating the evolving landscape of employment and well-being.