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Co-founder @thinair_labs , @WaveHQ . I cook up new things. Centrist with nowhere to turn.

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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
5 months
I’m Canadian 🇨🇦 I live in Canada I build businesses in Canada that have created thousands of jobs Love this country but my next company will probably not be Canadian This is the impact of poor economic policy Heartbreaking
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James Lochrie
6 years
I was just curious about job opportunities in Calgary so did some research. I went to 30 technology companies websites and counted their job postings. There are 216 open postings in Calgary in those 30 companies. At least a third of them were non-technical. #yyc #yycjobs
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James Lochrie
5 months
@barancezayirli That's the saddest thing I've heard today. Best of luck with your venture where ever it may live.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Today, @jkenney announced some important steps to help Alberta’s struggling economy. I’m excited about the renewed focus on the innovation sector, here’s my take on the key take aways from the announcement.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
5 months
@paul__sullivan Yeah, the signal is they have no idea how business economics work.
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James Lochrie
4 years
We did a bit of math over @thinair_labs and $91 million or $1 out of every $5 of that total was raised by one of our portfolio companies. @SymendInc @athennian @SyantraInc @orpyxinc @stellaralgo Yes, I'm bragging and proud of the impact our team has.
@doug_schweitzer
Doug Schweitzer
4 years
Alberta is breaking records! "Alberta posted a record year in 2020 for venture capital investment in tech firms with twice as many deals being signed than the year before for a total of $455 million in financing." #ableg #abpoli
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
5 years
If @NHLFlames do not pay their employees during this pandemic I will never set foot inside their arena ever again, even the new one that all Calgarians are helping to paying for. Absolutely disgraceful to have your hand out and then turn your back.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
5 years
In 2020 I made 7 new private company investments. 4 of those companies have women CEOs. That just happened.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
7 years
Time for #yyc to tell more of our stories. Calgary is producing world-class innovation and has been for generations. It's time others know what's happening in our city. @RainforestAB @the_A100 @startupcalgary @nenshi
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James Lochrie
5 months
@RetireYoung81 I work in the investment world and I can guarantee it will happen.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
3 years
Entrepreneurs are responsible for this...and it’s going to change everything. #YYC #YYCtech #Entrepreneurs
@calgaryherald
Calgary Herald
3 years
Alberta now home to 3,000 tech companies; new report shows an industry hitting its stride
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
This new investment platform focusing on the commercialization of U of C projects is an amazing step forward in diversifying our local economy. I’m proud to support this initiative as part of the investment advisory group.
@UCalgary
U Calgary
4 years
Today we’re launching UCeed, a pre-seed and seed funding program to help spur innovation and support #UCalgary ’s growing start-ups. Learn more:
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
Congrats to the team  @SymendInc on the amazing progress they have made in such a short time. Amazing leadership by founders  @hanifjosh and Tiffany Kaminsky creating one of the fastest growing companies I have ever seen.
@globeandmail
The Globe and Mail
4 years
Calgary’s Symend raises $52-million for AI software that uses emoticons, friendly approach to chase late bill payers @GlobeTechnology
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
Calgary and Alberta need to leverage the growth of technology to help re-establish our economy. Now is the time. I also badly need a haircut...
@CBCCalgary
CBC Calgary
4 years
Alberta urged to help high-tech industry 'at risk' from economic crisis
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
Congratulations to @Attabotics on their latest funding round. This is continued validation of my thesis that Calgary #YYC will punch above it's weight and produce the largest innovation companies in the nation 🇨🇦 It's just getting started!!
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
5 years
Excellent info by @trentjohnsen about the huge miss by @UCPCaucus and @jkenney This budget was a bet on the past and ignores where the world is going and how wealth is created in our new(er) economy. These policies are a threat to our children’s futures.
@trentjohnsen
Trent Johnsen
5 years
The @jkenney @Alberta_UCP @UCPCaucus @tanya_fir have eliminated our Alberta Investor Tax Credit that encourages Albertans to diversify into the New Economy - where growth & returns look like this: #abpoli #Alberta #yyc @nenshi
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
3 years
Today I turn 51. And it made me think of my friends @_The51 who are doing great things for women founders. I’ve decided to make it a priority this year for @thinair_labs to make our partnership more robust so we can mutually support our women led teams.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
And who says you can't build great tech companies in Calgary??? #YYC
@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
@athennian is one of my favourite companies to work with - ever!! These founders had to grind through some very lean years to build a product the market loves. So proud of the progress of the entire team and leadership of @adriancamaragil . Can't wait to see what comes next.
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James Lochrie
4 years
I can’t emphasize this enough. Great opportunities arise at difficult times and we’re seeing #yyc entrepreneurs rise to the occasion. It may be difficult to see it today, but these people are bringing prosperity to our city.
@thinair_labs
Thin Air Labs
4 years
"That’s what great people do. They take bad times, find opportunities, and create the new future, which is what we’re seeing in Calgary today” Our @jameslochrie talking to @calgaryeconomic about #BuildingWhatsNext . #livetechlovelife
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James Lochrie
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@HughieDoyle1 and the investors who support them
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James Lochrie
4 years
Like I said in the article, simply “one of the best early stage teams I have ever seen” with amazing leadership from ⁦ @VincentIrcandia ⁩ It was pretty easy to keep betting on them. ⁦ @stellaralgo ⁩ closes $1.5 million ...
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
Today  @Symendinc announced a massive series B financing.  I'm fortunate @hanifjosh is a friend and gave me the opportunity to not only invest in his dream but get a front row seat to watch him and Tiffany Kaminsky turn an idea into an amazing opportunity then a strong business
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James Lochrie
5 months
@car01yn__ yeah, definitely a kick in the teeth for your industry too.
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James Lochrie
4 years
It's amazing to see the progress my friends have made in our backyard being recognized by #StartAlbertaAwards . @SymendInc - tech deal of the year & cofounder Tiffany Kaminsky - women in tech award. @athennian - fast growth award. @provisionapp - one to watch.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
I completely disagree. No government needs to apologize for things like this when they are changing strategies to invest in a new sector. I’m grateful they have realized the impact innovation can have on our economy and hope they continue to double down.
@GaryChalmersSki
Gary Chalmers
4 years
Watching Jason Kenney try to court the tech sector after having spent a year treating them like third-class participants in the economy is just embarrassing. If he actually wants progress, he needs to start with an apology.
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James Lochrie
4 years
My friend and partner @JimAGibson takes on a critical role in #yyc as the team @thinair_labs continues to #buildwhatsnext .
@thinair_labs
Thin Air Labs
4 years
A huge congratulations to our Community Partner @JimAGibson on his new role as Chief Catalyst at the new SADT @sait As Jim wears these 2 hats he’ll be doing what he does best, nurturing talent to #buildwhatsnext #hereatSAIT More on Jim's thoughts 👇
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James Lochrie
4 years
The Alberta economy is at the complete mercy of decisions other governments make, whether it’s the US or Saudi. The task at hand for Alberta leaders is to change this dynamic. Forever. Until then, nothing will change.
@jkenney
Jason Kenney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇮🇱
4 years
"When the Trump admin slapped punitive tariffs on Ontario & Quebec steel & aluminum in 2018, the Trudeau govt imposed $16 billion of countervailing tariffs on U.S. goods the very same day. By contrast, when Alberta oil was attacked on Wednesday: nothing."
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5 months
@MattWilsonYYC That's way to practical to implement in government, we'll have nothing to complain about.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Working with the team ⁦ @athennian ⁩ has been one of my favourite projects over the last few years. Congratulations ⁦ @adriancamaragil ⁩ and team on the strong growth towards your vision. Yet another #yyc tech success story!!
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James Lochrie
4 years
The fact that this question is the foundation of the economic priorities of Alberta leaders should be a red flag. Our dependence on others in the face of energy disruption is the biggest leadership issue in Alberta today.
@jkenney
Jason Kenney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇮🇱
4 years
Will the United States choose Alberta crude or go with massive job losses and dictator oil?
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James Lochrie
4 years
When people ask me about my investment thesis and I talk about human impact as the biggest value driver I normally get looked at sideways. Below is a brilliant example of value creation by focusing on human impact. Amazing work by @orpyxinc and leadership by @EverettBreanne
@orpyxinc
Orpyx®
4 years
We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with @AHS_media to provide more than 40 million locally made #MedicalMasks . Thanks to our manufacturing partner @fidelitymachine , @edonmgmt & Engineered Air for creating a #MadeInCalgary solution! #MadeInAlberta
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James Lochrie
4 years
This is not how people should be treated, especially people who are tasked with helping other people through the worst parts or even the end of their lives. If I were a doctor in Alberta I’d leave.
@UCPCaucus
United Conservative Caucus
4 years
Albertans will soon find out how much the province pays doctors. Alberta’s list will be “the most comprehensive disclosure of physician payments in Canada.”
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James Lochrie
7 years
What a cute couple @WaveHQ & @RBC make. Here's to the start of a long friendship helping small business together.
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James Lochrie
3 years
Amazing progress by one of my favourite teams in Calgary. I love how the team faced what could have been a catastrophic situation when the pandemic hit. They grinded through difficult times, met their customers needs, and continued to believe in their mission.
@stellaralgo
StellarAlgo
3 years
"This funding represents a major milestone for our company and will significantly advance the industry’s ability to monetize fan bases through digital channels." - @VincentIrcandia , founder and CEO Learn more in our press release: 📣 #SeriesA #FundingNews
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James Lochrie
4 years
Congratulations @EverettBreanne Looking forward to watching you continue to build your vision. @thinair_labs is a proud investor in this opportunity to prevent complications from diabetes and the costs associated with them. #buildingwhatsnext
@orpyxinc
Orpyx®
4 years
We are thrilled to announce the close of a $7.6M Series A investment round. Paddock Capital Inc. leads round to accelerate commercialization growth. Read more:
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James Lochrie
5 months
@Over9000Jon I have no issues paying taxes. I have a big issue with the disincentivization of investment capital to build future prosperity in the country. I have a big issue with entrepreneurs who are trying to bring that prosperity to all Canadians not being able to fund their ventures. I
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James Lochrie
5 years
Remember when the viruses you worried about were emailed to you? Oh, the good old days.
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James Lochrie
5 years
This is an oversized problem for Alberta. Local and provincial politicians must get up to speed on what drives economies today. We don’t have to put all our eggs in one basket, we should be able to support the innovation economy along with energy.
@trentjohnsen
Trent Johnsen
5 years
The @jkenney @Alberta_UCP @UCPCaucus @tanya_fir have eliminated our Alberta Investor Tax Credit that encourages Albertans to diversify into the New Economy - where growth & returns look like this: #abpoli #Alberta #yyc @nenshi
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James Lochrie
4 years
This is what impactful innovation looks like... Helping people swallow after illness or injury is something that could benefit millions of people suffering with #dysphagia
@TrueAngleMed
True Angle
4 years
We’re back at it in full swing: collecting data for our software development team. We aim to refine and enhance, one swallow at a time. #mHealth #innovation #dysphagia #SLP #slpeeps #biofeedback
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James Lochrie
3 years
Every time I asked for help @maryhmoran and @calgaryeconomic was there. Mary, you have definitely left your mark in Calgary and you’ll always be remembered for your role in our burgeoning innovation sector.
@calgarysun
Calgary Sun
3 years
Outgoing Calgary Economic Development head Mary Moran receives praise #yyc #yycbiz
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James Lochrie
4 years
The market correction in tech doesn’t make much sense to me. The genie is already out of the bottle, people aren’t suddenly going to go back to a grocery store to buy food, back to a restaurant to buy a meal or hop on an airplane for a meeting. The whole game has changed.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Big day for the team @thinair_labs I’ve got my game day socks on.
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James Lochrie
5 years
This thread about @pcarrescia , his impact on the journey of @WaveHQ and who he is as a person is a must read. There are few people of this quality in technology today. I can’t wait to do more deals with Peter for years to come.
@tksimpson
Kirk Simpson
5 years
1> Today @pcarrescia announced that he is leaving the day to day operations @wavehq after three years working with me and the eteam in strategy and corp dev. We will miss him greatly.
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James Lochrie
6 years
#yyc entrepreneurs: Next time someone says it can't be done in #Calgary ...
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James Lochrie
4 years
This is what it looks like when your head of story is @leahsarich and you ask her to make a virtual event as impactful as a live one. @thinair_labs team coming through in a big way for our supporters and community.
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James Lochrie
3 years
“Science is the belief in the ignorance of experts,” as Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman once said. What an amazing article on experts, exploring the democratization of expertise. 21 Experts on the Future of Expertise
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
@creativedlab led by @reimeraa - ecosystem supporter of the year. CDL is one of my favourite programs I'm involved in. @CareyHouston CEO of @321Growth was awarded Charko Service Award. @321Growth has been involved in so many of my investments and has accelerated growth in YYC.
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James Lochrie
4 years
This list is pretty cool. A amazing to see @WaveHQ and @SymendInc at 6 & 7 and @creativedlab at 35. Makes me realize how lucky I am to get to be involved with such amazing people who achieve so much.
@GloryMediaCA
Glory Media
4 years
It's finally here! Say hello to our sixth annual #BSBPower50 list of the Canadian people and businesses that shaping the world. See who made this year's iteration here:
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James Lochrie
4 years
Today #yyccc votes on the green line. Make no mistake, this is a vote to move forward and make progress or a vote to show the world how scared we are of the future. There is a lot of money involved but it’s not just an economic decision. #YYC
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James Lochrie
3 years
I'm hoping to add another dynamic founder and her venture to the @thinair_labs portfolio. This event, by @_The51 , gives you the opportunity to pitch and could open the door for the next stage of growth for your company. Ladies only on this one. Gents, I'll see you next time.
@thinair_labs
Thin Air Labs
3 years
DEADLINE: ONE WEEK TODAY! Female founders: don’t miss this opportunity to tell your story and get funding with the #HerStory competition in Banff in Sept! Thanks to our friends @the51 and @Inventures for organizing!
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James Lochrie
5 years
Working from home ... It’s a slippery slope
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James Lochrie
5 months
@FringedCanuck I’m not running anywhere, investment capital will though.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Except he can’t. He ran on a progressive green platform that the majority of Canadians support. I’m ready for Alberta leaders to start discussing what we do next given our new economic reality.
@jkenney
Jason Kenney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇮🇱
4 years
Trudeau must fight for Keystone like he did for aluminum | Edmonton Journal
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James Lochrie
5 months
@CanUBlockchain The capital gain tax increase. It will have a long-lasting impact on growth in Canada.
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James Lochrie
5 years
Come on!!!! Conservatives are never going to be an option in Canada with these types of idiots representing the party. @ArnoldViersen is an embarrassment to our country but I guess not to his party.
@gtlem
G.T. Lem 林 家 聰
5 years
After NDP MP Laurel Collins asks a question about the danger #sexworker find themselves in ( #Sexwork is work) Conservative MP @ArnoldViersen asks MP Collins if she ever considered being a sex worker! #cdnpoli
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
6 years
After years of using @Uber I took a taxi and it was like going back to dial up internet. Directions Payment Driver quality All sucked. Taxi industry hasn’t learned anything.
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James Lochrie
4 years
This is a welcomed and timely change of direction by the @UCP_AB government. It’s a bold vision for any government but if successful it will definitely help Albertans. #yyc #Entrepreneurs
@doug_schweitzer
Doug Schweitzer
4 years
Technology is the future of all industries. This week we planted our flag in the ground to tell the rest of the country that we are coming to play, and we're going to move faster than any other government to put the best policies in place to attract investment.
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James Lochrie
3 years
Whispers of wisdom from @JimAGibson and a little bit of @calgarystampede fun and games at the @thinair_labs town hall today.
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James Lochrie
5 months
@DLuzny Those aren't tears, they are warnings. The tears come in the future and it won't be from the people impacted by this tax.
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James Lochrie
2 years
My take on this situation is simple. Tech companies and the success and growth they bring are going to run right over @APEGA_AB and their bureaucratic position. We are going to continue to use the term engineer and create thousands of high paid jobs in spite of them.
@SeanSilcoff
Sean Silcoff
2 years
The battle escalates...Alta's engineering regulator calls for regulation of software engineering stating "Any exception to the use of the title engineer will set a dangerous precedent & put the lives of Albertans at risk" My story:
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
Redox team - welcome to the @athennian party!! Congratulations to everyone on the acquisition, I can't wait to see what comes next.
@athennian
Athennian
4 years
We’re excited to welcome the Redox team to Athennian to build more user friendly org charts and data visualization tools for legal and tax professionals. #legaltech #regtech #grc #tax #legalentitymanagement #corporatesecretary #paralegals
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James Lochrie
6 years
This is an amazing opportunity for those in #YYC who are struggling and are looking for new career opportunities. Amazing that this type of education is available and subsidized. I'm not sure why this isn't on the front page of the @calgaryherald or @nationalpost
@startupcalgary
Startup Calgary
6 years
Want to learn how to be a developer? The @evolve_u Full Stack Developer Program now has funding support for eligible participants thanks to funding by @YourAlberta in partnership with the Government of Canada. Learn more ➤
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James Lochrie
7 years
That moment you walk into a room and realize what we have all done. #yyc we are ready for you. #pivottech
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James Lochrie
5 months
@SpencerBonthoux Be optimistic, I am too. But be pissed off as well.
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James Lochrie
4 years
I just witnessed a white man aggressively threaten to call the police on a woman of colour because her dog was swimming in the river. It was my dog...
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James Lochrie
5 years
This would be a brilliant strategic move for the Liberals to win some trust back with Albertans. It would also be a great example of leadership for our provincial leaders to see. @JustinTrudeau let me know if you want to chat about it.
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James Lochrie
6 years
Although this story focuses on energy innovation it’s import to remember Calgary has a very dynamic and diverse economy and innovation is happening in all sectors. The emergence of #YYC as an innovation hub has begun. #technology #Calgary
@CBCCalgary
CBC Calgary
6 years
OPINION | Move over, Waterloo and Ottawa: Calgary is now out-innovating you #abecon #cdnecon #techjobs #oil
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James Lochrie
4 years
Congratulations to our friends @nwinteractive on being acquired by @embracergroup . This is another big step in the development of the #yyc digital economy. I can't wait to see what they bring to our city in the future.
@nwinteractive
New World Interactive
4 years
New World Interactive is delighted to be joining the @EmbracerGroup as part of @TweetsSaber , along with @MetroVideoGame creators @4AGames . Read more in our community blog below:
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James Lochrie
5 months
@hubrod I never said I was leaving so you'll just have to put up with me a little longer. Strange that you want job creators to leave though.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Can’t wait to see how @WaveHQ will make things a little better for entrepreneurs...again.
@WaveHQ
Wave: Small Business Software
4 years
Business banking will never be the same.
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@jameslochrie
James Lochrie
4 years
Congratulations to the team @livewebio and @trentjohnsen for his leadership. Amazing progress.
@livewebio
liveweb
4 years
Big milestone for our liveweb team, customers & investors 🎉 . . . @jameslochrie @thinair_labs liveweb + @FrontApp – The world’s most powerful #CustomerExperience Platform via @PRWeb @PlatformCalgary @startupcalgary @tillerdigital @Acceleprise #yyc
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James Lochrie
3 years
Two Years of Impact This is why we do what we do ⁦ @thinair_labs ⁩. Human impact through innovation and venture growth. Also, I really should have gotten a haircut before I filmed this video 💇‍♂️
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James Lochrie
5 months
@DanClayEllis Even without the comparison to the US any experienced person who understands business economics knows this is a terrible policy choice.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Today I paid my first invoice to @athennian . I'm now a proud customer to go along with being a proud investor in this amazing team and product. #legaltech #yyc
@athennian
Athennian
4 years
We're honoured to share that Athennian was awarded the Fast Growth Award by Alberta Enterprise Corporation as the fastest growing tech company in Alberta in 2020 at the Start Alberta Tech Awards last night. #yyc #legaltech
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James Lochrie
5 months
@jt_1030 @CanUBlockchain You’re not missing anything. You may not be taking into account that 8% of investment capital is removed from the market. You may be missing that it diminishes the after tax returns for critical alternative investments. You may be missing that investors will choose an index
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James Lochrie
4 years
The best employers in the world will evolve to make this issue a competitive advantage to attract the best parent-employees.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Work hard, play hard. Even during a lockdown, the team @thinair_labs knows how to have a party to celebrate a year of moving fast despite everything else happening. I've never laughed on Zoom like I did last night. I love this team.
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James Lochrie
6 years
Writing a book is one of the most difficult things, my friend @JimAGibson did just that on a very important topic - humanity. Congrats on the launch Jim. #TipoftheSpear #TheNewSocialContract
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James Lochrie
4 years
@athennian is one of my favourite companies to work with - ever!! These founders had to grind through some very lean years to build a product the market loves. So proud of the progress of the entire team and leadership of @adriancamaragil . Can't wait to see what comes next.
@BetaKit
BetaKit
4 years
Athennian reveals $10 million in financing as #legaltech startup sees growth amid pandemic. #YYCtech
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James Lochrie
4 years
Overall, I view these steps as major advancements for the technology and innovation sector in Alberta and I salute @jkenney and @Alberta_UCP for including diversification in their economic plan.
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James Lochrie
4 years
From our virtual investor event @thinair_labs a short clip of how we are building companies with the launch of our fund. Take a peek to see how we are #buildingwhatsnext
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James Lochrie
4 years
My first blog post to discuss investments @thinair_labs and how our approach to active seed investing is being applied to build global scale companies in Alberta. #yyc #buildingwhatsnext
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James Lochrie
4 years
Just wondering if anyone out there is curious about joining me and the team at Thin Air Labs to focus on helping entrepreneurs find funding? Come and join us, it’s a lot of fun.
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James Lochrie
4 years
People may not see it or when they do they may not recognize what it means but these canaries in the coal mines are just a hint at what’s possible in Alberta.
@ABEnterpriseCor
Alberta Enterprise Corporation (AEC)
4 years
Excellent to see two very strong #Albertastartups @HelpYourShelfie & @VirtuoInc join the #C10048Hrs 2020 cohort of #Canadian startups, who will convene in #SanFrancisco & #SiliconValley October 2020 & benefit from @theC100 network of investors, successful entrepreneurs & mentors.
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James Lochrie
3 years
I really like living in Calgary these days.
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James Lochrie
2 years
That’s a weird headline. It makes it seem like politicians actually have the ability to stop innovation or entrepreneurs from doing their thing. They don’t.
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Meagan Simpson
2 years
Alberta tech clearly has some steam. But with the resignation of Premier Jason Kenney, and Minister Schweitzer announcing he does not plan to run for re-election, the future of the province’s tech spending may be up in the air. via @BetaKit
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James Lochrie
3 years
Building a venture backed company and need help with product development that is meant to validate, measure and scale? @thinair_labs Product Traction service is designed to do just that Also, if you want to take look at non-dilutive funding our Funding Catalyst team can help
@BetaKit
BetaKit
3 years
. @thinair_labs lands in Toronto ahead of imminent $30 million Fund I close. #YYCtech #CDNtech
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James Lochrie
3 years
Congratulations @EverettBreanne for being recognized by the City of Calgary with the Grant MacEwan Lifetime Achievement Award for the impact she has created through @orpyxinc and @kinetyx . Breanne is a testament to the power of entrepreneurship in Calgary.
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James Lochrie
6 years
I’ve been proud to advise @vizworx over the last couple of years. Their resilience and ability to expand the impact of their technology has been inspiring to watch. Another great company coming out of #YYC
@startupcalgary
Startup Calgary
6 years
Jeff LaFrenz is President of @vizworx , an interactive visualization company that has adapted its technology solutions in #YYC 's tough economic climate. Read more about this #startupyyc success story via @financialpost
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James Lochrie
3 years
Amazing that jobs are coming in all areas of the economy but not mentioned was the number of tech deals done this week that will create exponential job growth in those ventures. The other sides of the #Alberta economy are pumping at full speed too.
@jkenney
Jason Kenney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇮🇱
3 years
💲7 BILLION in new investments announced this week! 👷‍♂️ So excited that thousands of new, well-paying jobs are coming to Alberta! Alberta’s Recovery Plan 🏗 is working.
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James Lochrie
4 years
Oil ... Obviously a critical part of our infrastructure and economy today but it is an industry that we can not control and leaves us at the mercy of others. That is not a winning strategy.
@jkenney
Jason Kenney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇮🇱
5 years
Peter Tertzakian is right. “Industry, government, and all stakeholders should proactively work together to minimize damage to our energy systems. Because this isn’t an industry issue anymore, it’s now societal.”
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James Lochrie
5 years
But ⁦ @allenlau ⁩, we have mountains!! Sorry I won’t be bumping into you in downtown Calgary, have fun in Halifax. Wattpad chooses Halifax over Calgary for second HQ, citing Wexit and cuts to Alberta’s tech tax credits | Financial Post
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James Lochrie
7 years
@nenshi 's visit to @RainforestAB #LunchWOLunch is a strong signal of the shift towards innovation in #yyc .
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James Lochrie
4 years
JFC This is off base & short sighted. This is the time for change because change is inevitable and Covid has accelerated it. @erinotoole I am dying for a conservative leader who can get behind the huge opportunities for economic growth so is the rest of 🇨🇦
@erinotoole
Erin O'Toole
4 years
You need to see this.👇 COVID-19 is a national crisis unparalleled in our lifetime. It isn't an "opportunity" for Justin Trudeau to re-imagine our economy. Are you with me? 🇨🇦
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James Lochrie
3 years
Congratulations to all the researchers turned #entrepreneurs who have made this possible @ucalgary . The entrepreneurial infrastructure the university has built through years of iteration is a big part of their success. #Alberta #Calgary
@calgaryeconomic
Calgary Economic Dev
3 years
ICYMI: Rankings show @UCalgary leads the way in nurturing startups as top startup creator amongst research institutions in Canada. Read more ➤ #yyctech #TeamCalgary
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James Lochrie
4 years
Another big milestone for the team @SymendInc Another great example of execution in #yyc I'm so happy to see my friends Tiffany and @hanifjosh pushing their vision and creating a company with so much impact. Can't wait to see what they do next.
@thinair_labs
Thin Air Labs
4 years
A huge congratulations to our portfolio company @SymendInc on their US $43M Series B+ raise! Incredible news for the tech and innovation ecosystem here in Calgary!! #investment #innovation #impact
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James Lochrie
7 years
I’m so glad we’re getting this blizzard. I was getting worried we were going to run out of snow.
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James Lochrie
5 years
Anti-abortion Anti-gay marriage Anti-climate change And inauthentic AF Good riddance to someone who wanted to hold us back from a Canadian future. Conservatives - please give us an upgrade for the sake of all Canada 🇨🇦
@CTVCalgary
CTV News Calgary
5 years
Andrew Scheer is resigning as Conservative leader: #cdnpoli
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James Lochrie
5 months
@PapaTheMask That's not how tax works and I'm pretty sure my employees are happy with how they are taken care of but thanks for the advice.
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James Lochrie
5 years
@mmastrac @the_A100 @trentjohnsen @JimAGibson @reimeraa @jkenney @Alberta_UCP It will also determine how people like myself choose to view #Alberta as a suitable and competitive place for investment. This is an order of magnitude more important than tax policy or cutting red tape. This enables the future.
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