Knock, knock, Neo. Think Agents are a thing of the future? Look again at the iconic movie, The Matrix—they've been hiding in plain sight. In the first episode of 2025, hosts Ron Tolido, Weiwei Feng, and Robert Engels venture down the digital rabbit hole of Virtual Twins with Morgan Zimmerman, CEO of NETVIBES at Dassault Systèmes. It’s a fascinating world where physical science meets data science, a world of both red and blue pills. Virtual Twins take the concept of Digital Twins to the next level, transforming static representations of products, devices, and systems into living, breathing "Dream Theaters" of simulations, predictions, and what-if scenarios. Fueled by AI and immersive technology, they don’t just capture life—they reimagine it. But what happens when Virtual Twins evolve to encompass entire organizations and industries? Imagine bending not just spoons, but entire realities. The Matrix has you—are you ready to see how deep the twin-powered innovation goes? You're in The Matrix ! Tune into our latest Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast episode now! Timestamps: 00:35 – Ron and Robert dive into the iconic world of The Matrix , drawing parallels to digital innovation. 04:55 – Morgan shares insights into Dassault Systèmes' legacy and the evolution of Virtual Twins. 10:00 – Exploring the connection between ontologies and their applications in the real world. 20:03 – How Digital Twins, Virtual Twins, and the Metaverse are transforming real-world use cases. 36:15 – Redefining interaction with the digital world in ways that feel natural yet futuristic. Connect with our guest Morgan Zimmermann and our hosts Ron Tolido , Robert Engels , and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.…
Table Talk with ABFI Host: Matt Knight, Executive Director of Alberta Business Family Institute Dive into the world of family businesses with "Table Talk with ABFI." Hosted by Matt Knight, this unscripted podcast spotlights Alberta's entrepreneurial families and we'll talk about many aspects including: -Origins & Evolution: Discover the foundation of family enterprises and their transformative journeys. -Personal Triumphs: Hear heartfelt stories of individual ambition and resilience. -Family ...
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Building Legacy Through Innovation: Bill and Steven Knight on Family Business Evolution
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Join us for an insightful episode of ABFI Table Talk featuring Bill and Steven Knight, the father-son duo behind Mosaic Home Services. They share their remarkable journey from running a successful demolition company to building a multi-brand home services franchise operation spanning from Halifax to Vancouver. In this episode, discover how Bill bui…
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Community, Culture and Growth: Teresa Spinelli and the Italian Centre Shop
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Join us for an inspiring episode of ABFI Table Talk as we sit down with Teresa Spinelli of the Italian Centre Shop. In Episode 8, Teresa shares her remarkable journey of unexpectedly taking over the family business after losing her brother and father and her journey of transforming a single store founded in 1959 into a thriving community enterprise…
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Bridging Generations: Conversations for Successful Family Business Succession
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Join us for a compelling episode of ABFI Table Talk as Matt Knight hosts a deep-dive discussion with three experts in family business succession and wealth transition: Tom Deans, best-selling author of "Every Family's Business," "Willing Wisdom," and "The Happy Inheritor"; Jane Halford, president of Halford Consulting specializing in governance and…
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Building Success: Rohit Gupta and the Story of Rohit Group
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Join us for an inspiring episode of Table Talk as we sit down with Rohit Gupta, President and CEO of the Rohit Group. In Episode 6, Rohit shares his remarkable journey of stepping into the family business in 2002 and leading it to new heights. From beginning with 16 employees to a diversified enterprise of 260 team members, the Rohit Group has made…
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Windows to the Past and Future with the Sunners
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Join us for a captivating episode of ABFI Table Talk as the Sunner family from Durabuilt Windows & Doors shares their personal and professional journey and how they built Durabuilt with grit, determination and passion. In Season 1, Episode 5, Joe, Harry, and Henny Sunner share their 29-year journey at Durabuilt and unpacking the layers of their exp…
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A New Chapter: Leading Cashco Financial into the Future with Tim Latimer & Lindsay Dodd
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In episode 4, Matt Knight is joined by Tim Latimer, the founding visionary, and Lindsay Dodd, the first non-family CEO who is leading Cashco Financial into a new chapter. We discuss the transformative story of how Cashco has become a champion of financial inclusion and the remarkable leadership transition from founder to non-family CEO. Tim and Lin…
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Poppy Barley's Justine and Kendall Barber and their entrepreneurial journey
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For episode 3 of Table Talk, Matt Knight is joined by Justine and Kendall Barber, founders and co-CEOs of Poppy Barley, a luxury fashion brand known for its sustainably and ethically made shoes and accessories, share their entrepreneurial journey. They discuss the inspiration behind the venture, the evolution of their brand from custom footwear to …
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VETS Group- Sean Rayner, President & CEO, and Erin Rayner, Marketing & Communications
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On Episode 2, ABFI's Executive Director, Matt Knight, is joined by 4th generation leaders of VETS Group, Sean Rayner, President & CEO, and Erin Rayner, Marketing & Communications, who discuss the history of VETS and the Rayner family. VETS Group is a 102-year-old industrial ventilation and HVAC company based in Edmonton. Sean and Erin provide the c…
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Sarah Baptist, President and CEO of ArrKann Trailer & RV
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On EP1, ABFI's Executive Director, Matt Knight, is joined by Sarah Baptist, 2nd generation President and CEO of ArrKann Trailer & RV. In this episode, Sarah discusses the history of ArrKann, which began as a family-owned hardware store. She shares her professional journey and how she joined the family business and eventually took over as leader. Sa…
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TABLE TALK with ABFI- a new and exciting podcast coming soon from Alberta Business Family Institute. Matt Knight is your host. Here's a quick look ahead!Von ABFI
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