In this episode, we sit down with Justin Kowalevsky, VP of Operations at Territorial Electric, to discuss the lessons he’s learned throughout his career, the importance of not overextending yourself, and how perseverance has helped him navigate challenges along the way. Justin shares advice for those entering the trades, what excites him most about the future of electrical work, and why lighting remains one of the most rewarding parts of what he does. We also explore the legacy he hopes to leave at Territorial Electric, one built on humility, honesty, generosity, and developing the next generation of leaders. For Justin, success isn’t just about growing a company, it’s about helping people build the skills and confidence to carry it forward. A thoughtful conversation about leadership, growth, and creating opportunities for others to succeed.
Sponsored by Cooper Lighting Solutions – Ephesus, Lumasport 8
Learn more about Territorial Electric here.
In this episode, we sit down with Tanya Steeves, a lighting designer at WSP, to explore the art and science behind thoughtful lighting design. Tanya shares how lighting quietly shapes mood, comfort, and experience, long before we consciously notice it, and why great lighting is defined as much by feeling as it is by performance.
We dive into the psychology and technical precision behind successful illumination, from healthcare and workplace environments to hospitality and public spaces, and discuss how designers today balance subtlety with visual storytelling in an increasingly image-driven world. Tanya reflects on why good lighting often goes unnoticed and why that invisibility is exactly the point.
This conversation is a reminder that impactful lighting design is built on both expertise and intuition, and that the most meaningful work supports human experience in ways that feel effortless.
🎙️ Sponsored by Cooper Lighting Solutions – Invue, ABB Arbor Bollard
Learn more about WSP here.
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Barr from Dialog, who takes us behind the scenes of landmark projects across Western Canada. From the transformative pediatric suites at the Stollery Hospital, to the electric atmosphere of Rogers Place, Chris reflects on how personal passion and purpose-led design aligned throughout his career. As a lifelong hockey fan, he shares how working on an NHL arena delivered more than just a professional milestone, it fulfilled a dream he’d carried for years. We also dig into the industry and how success is built equally on craft and community, and how relationships formed along the way become one of the most meaningful measures of impact. Big builds aside, the friendships and trust earned along the way are what continue to fuel the work forward.
Learn more about Dialog here.
In this episode, we sit down with Travis Cook from E.B Horsman & Son and he shares how fortunate he’s been to have four incredible mentors over the years, each one helping shape his approach to leadership, relationships, and growth. We also dive into what makes a great sales call, how to reset after a long day, and why focusing on people, not just results, is what truly drives long-term success.
🎙️ Sponsored by Cooper Lighting Solutions – Metalux UHBS2 Selectable LED High Bay
Learn more about E.B Horsman & Son here.
In this episode of our Bright Minds series, we sit down with Alicia Hobbs, Partner at ACI Architecture, to talk about her journey from her first job in the industry to the proud milestones that have defined her career.
Alicia shares insights into some of her most meaningful projects, including The Seville Centre at the Edmonton Children’s Hospital. Outside of the office, she coaches soccer, a role that deeply reflects her approach to leadership. For Alicia, winning is fabulous — but never at the expense of someone else. She believes that sportsmanship, how you treat one another on the field, and team cohesion matter just as much as results. Those same values guide how she leads at ACI: with empathy, collaboration, and a focus on collective success.
🎙️ Sponsored by Cooper Lighting Solutions – LSR2B Round LED Cylinder.
Learn more about ACI Architecture here.
