Building a Movement Around Problem-Solving in Newfoundland and Labrador

What The Tech?

What The Tech?
Building a Movement Around Problem-Solving in Newfoundland and Labrador
Oct 05, 2026 Season 2 Episode 107 Boast AI

Many tech leaders think the best innovation ecosystem is Silicon Valley or Toronto. Andrea King is building something different in Newfoundland and Labrador, and it might be more innovative than you think.

After running retail businesses, media companies, and working in traditional tech across 25+ countries, Andrea took over as CEO of TechNL with a clear mission: $2.5 billion contribution to the region's GDP by 2030. That's 10,000+ high-paying jobs.

Rather than gatekeeping, TechNL is all about inclusion, giving them a competitive advantage that most tech hubs overlook. 

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Intro and Outro music provided by Dennis Ma whose mixes you can find on Soundcloud at DJ DennyDex.
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