Recent Journalism
Brands are increasingly turning to AI to remove the drudgery from customer service, but data shows customers are not yet on board.
Published by The Globe and Mail
While American farm numbers continue their downward trend, young farming influencers are racking up staggering views. On TikTok, videos using the hashtag #farming have been watched more than 15 billion times. Will this idealism save America’s farms?
Published by Fast Company
As cities around the world grapple with new levels of gridlock, some cities, like Toronto, are looking to big data and AI as a potential solution.
Published by The Globe and Mail
In a push for increased sustainability, some high-end chefs are utilizing beef from old dairy cows. Yet for dairy farmers, a business case has yet to be made for promoting the product.
Published by Ambrook Research
Swiss researchers have found a way to transform chicken feather waste into clean energy, but upending established industrial practices may prove difficult in the U.S.
Published by Fast Company
New research exposes how America’s beef industry is increasingly propped up by the consumption habits of middle-aged men.
Published by Ambrook Research
“Phages” are predator viruses that efficiently destroy bacteria like E. coli and listeria. Globally they are used as a safe alternative to antibiotics — why not here?
Published by Ambrook Research
Despite new technology, customer service calls and expectations are increasing. I spoke to experts from McKinsey and leaders of award-winning customer service brands in Canada to learn how they're evolving their practices to keep up.
Published by The Globe and Mail
Proposed Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) legislation looks to slow down America’s trucking fleets. Yet, farm groups, truckers, and a small but growing number of U.S. lawmakers, are pushing back.
Published by Ambrook Research
In the face of repeated, record-breaking dry seasons, farmers are exploring more drought-resistant crops, while researchers scramble to edit their genes. Will human intervention be enough to save American grains?
Published by Ambrook Research
New research from Cornell University found pesticides present in New York beeswax, something beekeepers warn is putting hive health, and potentially human health, at risk.
Published by Ambrook Research
Human intelligence is often heralded as the gold standard. Yet, decades of research into plant cognition show deep, complex communication methods. Now, new technology is making tracking and translating that language possible.
Published by Fast Company
The “carnivore diet” has become a online phenomenon, with influencers like the Liver King performing viral feats like drinking blood for millions of followers. For farmers, diet trends like these offer ways to create, market, and sell otherwise discarded products. But, is there more to this than “meats” the eye?
Published by Ambrook Research
ChatGPT has entered the world of farming in surprising ways—from business decision-making to crop prediction, uplifting rural farmers, and more. Yet, concerns remain about the environmental impacts of these tools and who will benefit in an increasingly AI-powered world.
Published by Ambrook Research
How honest are antibiotic-free labels in the grocery aisle? What kind of federal regulations exist to verify these claims? This piece explores how attempts to eliminate antibiotics in meat products have fallen short and why, if change doesn't come soon, new pandemics could be fuelled by the feedlot.
Published by Ambrook Research
Millions of male chicks are killed, needlessly, every year. The tech sector is ready to act, but is the egg sector ready to change? This article explores ovo-sexing technology and its slow, but dearly needed, move into the U.S. market.
Published by Fast Company
According to a 2023 Desjardins report, Canada needs to increase its housing starts by 50 percent immediately to keep up with surging immigration levels. Yet, current construction rates are unable to meet expected demand, leaving an estimated shortfall of 3.5 million housing units by 2030.
Published by The Globe and Mail
Around the world, city life is changing. The COVID-19 pandemic pushed office workers into the suburbs and drastically changed how urban centres are used. At the same time, cities are faced with other pressing problems, such as traffic congestion, air pollution, and violence. One way to meet these challenges is through Big Data.
Published by The Globe and Mail
Some of the world’s biggest social media companies have faced a reckoning in the public forum, and in response, many users have been rethinking their engagement and considering alternatives.
Written for The Globe and Mail
These days, AI isn’t just a plot point, it’s an intensely practical tool that is transforming entire industries. Among those upended is the creative sector, with tools such as Midjourney, DALL·E 2 and Movio revolutionizing the way digital content is produced.
Published by The Globe and Mail
Recent Copy
Just 16 per cent of small business feel certain they know how to handle a cyber attack, new research from Mastercard shows.
Published by The Globe & Mail
At this year’s Audi Driving Experience, the Audi RS e-tron GT and Q8 e-tron took attendees on a ride of eco-conscious engineering and high-speed mastery. More than just a showcase of speed and cornering, this event solidified Audi’s pledge to a greener future.
Published by Robb Report
Ever feel like crafting AI art prompts requires secrets and magic? How are all of these creative professionals creating stunning, mind-blowing visuals in tools like Midjourney and DALL-E when all of your prompts fall flat? In this article, we’ll break down how to write effective AI art prompts from start to finish
Published by Hootsuite
For Brianna and her team of 8, it’s not just about the money, it's about making a real impact on students' lives. Key to their success? Tools like Mailchimp's email and SMS services, which allow Brianna to share her knowledge at scale.
Published by Intuit Mailchimp
Female entrepreneurs face unique challenges starting, running and scaling their businesses. Mastercard’s Pier Five Small Business Fund aims to make it easier.
Published by The Globe & Mail
Amid the chaos of doorbuster deals and coupon codes, it’s easy for businesses to get lost in the Black Friday frenzy. How do you stand out when every brand is shouting, “Sale!” at the same time? The answer lies in a simple, yet often overlooked communication tool: SMS marketing*.
Published by Intuit Mailchimp
Engineering education at University of Saskatchewan poised for transformation – IDEAS building project promises innovative solutions to modern challenges.
Published by The Globe & Mail
Standing out on social media gets more complicated every year. With the boom of short-form video platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, not to mention the increasing cost of social media advertising, it’s harder than ever to create valuable content and reach the right audience.
Published by Major Tom.
The journey from purchase to brand loyalty is a long one, with plenty of chances for customers to get distracted along the way. Every touchpoint is an opportunity to build a relationship and keep your brand top-of-mind. But, if you don’t have a plan for how to interact with your customers, it’s easy to fall into the trap of generic, one-size-fits-all communications.
Published by The Globe and Mail.
If you’re a content creator or even just a YouTube hobbyist, you probably want more people to watch your videos. Of course, creating great content is important, but did you know other factors within your video determine who sees it and when?
Published by Hootsuite.
Looking to tap into the marketing strategy that gets 4x more open rates than email? It’s something 6.57 billion people are already using, and one of the best ways to get your message across in the digital age.
Published by Sprout Social.
Social media marketing for small business is all about being strategic. While enterprise companies have the luxury of dedicated resources and time, small businesses need to be more agile, nimble, and creative. You can’t just throw money at a problem and hope for the best.
Published by Hootsuite.
For other players in the space, Definity’s performance-oriented execution serves as a reminder that inorganic growth is only part of the path to success. In a consolidating marketplace, having a sound organic growth strategy is necessary to act quickly and decisively to capture the advantages that come from inorganic growth.
Published by The Globe & Mail.
Across British Columbia and many parts of Canada, blind bidding wars have become the norm. Today’s buyers are facing a lack of transparency as they have no idea how much others are willing to pay for a property.
Published by the Financial Post.
Website speed is often seen as a technical task, necessary to keep the website running smoothly but not directly driving revenue. Yet, site speed affects all aspects of the customer journey, from acquisition to conversion and beyond.
Published by SpeedSense.
Getting access to capital can help you grow your business, but it can be tricky to fundraise if your startup is still in its early stages. Many institutional investors are reluctant to put money into companies that don’t have at least some history of revenue or growth. One of the most common ways early-stage companies raise money is with convertible notes.
Published by Fundbox.
Managing and controlling your diabetes starts with you, but it doesn't have to be something you shoulder alone. While it’s important to take responsibility for monitoring your health and stay on top of your goals, it’s just as important to have a solid support network.
Published by Dexcom.
Ads on Instagram reach 96.6% of Instagram’s active user base every month. That’s a total of almost 2 billion potential customers! This guide will walk you through how to advertise on Instagram, including an easy 8-step guide to creating your first Instagram ad.
Published by Hootsuite.
To stay competitive in a vast online market, CPG brands need to understand each of their retailers’ shopping websites, their consumer experience, and the key components that drive discovery at that experience.
Written for Pinto.
While trade shows, seminars, and in-person events provide unique networking experiences, businesses can’t always rely on the physical world to grow their audience. LinkedIn Audio Events are a new way to connect with your professional network. They allow you to have live, interactive conversations with people all over the world.
Published by Hootsuite.
There’s no question that British Columbia faces an affordable housing crisis. This article features an interview with Jill Atkey, CEO of the BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA) to shed light on the topic of housing affordability and the options for accessing affordable housing in BC.
Published by Vancity.
Lowering your risk for health complications is one of the most important things someone living with diabetes can do. Learn how to lower your A1C, and stay on track with your diabetes management plan, through movement, mindfulness, and self-care.
Published by Dexcom.
YouTube tags are an important part of YouTube SEO. They help YouTube understand the content of your video and help your video show up in search results. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll show you everything you need to know about YouTube tags, including what they are and how to add them to your videos.
Published by Sprout Social.
Whether it’s a walk through the streets of Paris, Milan, Los Angeles, taking a swim in the Adriatic Sea, or sitting in a cafe watching the world move on by, the visual world is stored behind the designer’s eye. It is this memory stash that gives way to the ideas that become art, and the art that becomes fashion.
Published by JAC.
SEO used to be defined by the number of keywords and keyword synonyms across your website’s content. These days, Google has more systems to identify the true meaning of keyword searches and queries. By categorizing ideas into “entities,” Google revolutionized its search proficiency.
Published by Neil Patel.
In March of 2020, RED Academy announced bankruptcy on a Zoom call with its staff. Now, a more serious approach to digital marketing training is what’s needed to shape the future of our industry.
Published by Marketing News Canada.
In Canada, women make up only 43 of the 538 named executive officers the largest publicly traded corporations. In this blog, I'll explain the gender gap in C-level positions alongside ways we can better support the female leaders in our ranks.
Published by Brandcamp Digital.
Self-editing is your first line of defence before you send your work off to a professional editor. Grammar, punctuation, spelling, and tense issues will ideally be corrected before you ask for professional help. Hannah Macready speaks with writer, professor, and editor Shashi Bhat about her own tactics for exceptional self-editing.
Published by EVENT Magazine.
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Journalism
My work has appeared in The Globe & Mail, Fast Company, and the Financial Post. My beat is business, technology, and social media (broadly).
Copywriting
I’m an experienced SEO copywriter who’s helped brands like Hootsuite, Sprout Social, and Mailchimp run the best-performing blogs on the internet.
Creative Writing
I write strange, absurd, and introspective fiction. Find my work in publications like SAD Magazine, The Temz Review, and more.
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