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Innovation Taking Centre Stage at Inaugural Web Summit Vancouver

Helen SiwakJune 4, 2025June 13, 2025

Vancouver has rapidly emerged as a global epicentre for artificial intelligence, clean technology, and digital innovation, with Canadian companies increasingly commanding a strong presence on the world stage. As the...

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Fast Five Lights Up NEXUS Nights: From Rooftop to Real Talk

Helen SiwakJune 3, 2025

High above the city skyline, NEXUS Nights delivered one of the more memorable activations of Web Summit Vancouver. Co-hosted by Ryan, Ekohe, and Tropoly, the evening spanned two dazzling levels...

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Kris Krug: Taking AI and Art to New Heights with Future Proof Creatives

Helen SiwakMay 24, 2025May 27, 2025

Kris Krug is a boundary-pushing Creative Explorer, an intuitive Tech Whisperer, and a tenacious Culture Hacker. In the fabric of the digital era, where technology often overshadows humanity, Kris has...

People of Portfolio.YVR Volume 2 | Issue 4

PORTFOLIO.YVR: Ritchie Po is the Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Lawyer Your Company Needs

Helen SiwakMay 24, 2025May 26, 2025

Ritchie Po is a privacy and technology lawyer who can be independently hired for a contract, fixed-term, time-and-materials, or consultancy basis. Ritchie holds both Canadian (CIPP/C) and European / GDPR...

People of Portfolio.YVR Volume 2 | Issue 4

PORTFOLIO.YVR: Kris Krug and Future Proof Creatives Seek to Prove Human & AI Compatibility

Helen SiwakMay 24, 2025May 26, 2025

PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 2 | Issue 5

From Richmond Roots to Global Impact: Anthony Green’s Journey in Tech & Cybersecurity

Helen SiwakMay 23, 2025May 26, 2025

Anthony Green, a Vancouver-based cybersecurity professional, is a leader and innovator shaping the tech industry. Raised in Richmond, he developed a passion for technology early, building computers and exploring software....

PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 3 | Issue 6

Andrew Aziz: Mastering Markets, Mountains, and Mindsets

Helen SiwakMay 23, 2025May 26, 2025

Andrew Aziz is a globally recognized entrepreneur, best-selling finance author, and elite mountaineer, known for bridging the worlds of finance, exploration, and innovation. As the founder and Chief Executive Officer...

PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 3 | Issue 6

Matthew Housser and Convergence: Pioneering Innovation in Vancouver’s Tech Landscape

Helen SiwakMarch 23, 2025April 9, 2025

Convergence, along with its UX Research & Design studio, Pixel Ramen, creates award-winning digital products. For over 10 years, Convergence has been designing, engineering, and deploying modern software applications and...

PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 3 | Issue 6

The Sartorial Shop: Anastasia Besiou’s Journey in Menswear Excellence

Helen SiwakMarch 23, 2025April 9, 2025

The Sartorial Shop, located in downtown Vancouver, was co-founded by Zahir Rajani and Anastasia Besiou (Co-Creative Director), and is a premier destination for custom and bespoke clothing. Serving men and...

PORTFOLIO.YVR Volume 3 | Issue 6

Crafting Legacy: The Artistry and Vision Behind J.D. Brandon Leather Goods

Helen SiwakMarch 23, 2025April 9, 2025

Jordan Brandon is the founder of J.D. Brandon, a luxury leather atelier started in Victoria, BC, dedicated to timeless craftsmanship and refined simplicity. Born and raised in Prince George, BC,...