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With a degree in computer science and engineering tucked under his arm, Allan Zander doesn’t shy away from anything labelled “mission critical”.

While progress has been made, industry observers agree that there’s a long way to go before women are regularly taking on leadership roles in the tech sector.

Kanata-based firm develops software for managing and scheduling volunteer event staff for non-profit organizations.

South Grenville-based "digital coupon" venture is one of just 10 startups from among more than 900 applicants across 40 countries chosen to take part in the 2023 Comcast NBCUniversal SportsTech Accelerator that began last week in Florida. 

At first glance, that might strike you as somewhat incongruous, given the city’s typically subdued demeanour. Nevertheless, let that idea sink in for a few minutes, especially as you think about the region’s technology sector.

The announcement comes less than 15 months after GaN Systems raised US$150 million in fresh venture capital to ramp up research and development of its high-speed power semiconductors that are now used by more than 2,000 customers, including BMW, Dell, Samsung and Siemens.

In recognition of International Women’s Day 2023, Techopia Live turns its attention to gender equity in the local technology sector.

CEO John Sicard says more and more companies are seeing Kinaxis's supply chain management platform as must-have technology as they look to be better prepared for the next global crisis.

Magmic CEO and president Mohammad Agha says, in a way, the long-standing boutique gaming studio is now moving into the major leagues itself.