Alex is the Strategy Director at PATIO Interactive Inc.; a design and development agency specializing in technology-driven business solutions. As a former strategy consultant and deal advisor she has a strong belief in collaborative working and relishes creating engagement and positive cultures that unleash the potential in individuals and organizations. Alex encourages the whole team at PATIO to not only be engaged within the technology field, but to strive for leadership in all their endeavours. With a background in construction, healthcare, energy and natural resources prior to her joining our small but mighty, innovative technology firm, she has a deep understanding of the realities of transferable learning and thriving in male dominated environments. Alex places significant value on sharing her experiences and their ability to support and influence the perception of women in STEM and in the growing cannabis industry.