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Samantha Gardner is an accomplished professional with diverse experience in healthcare innovation and social entrepreneurship. Currently serving as the Head of Growth at Able Innovations since January 2024, Samantha focuses on enhancing quality of care through robotic technology. As a Co-Founder of Sunshine Connected, Samantha facilitates intergenerational connections to combat loneliness among older adults, supported by the Centre for Aging and Brain Health. Previous roles include Director of Patient Advocacy and Outreach at Heal Mary, where extensive non-profit partnerships were established, and Technology Product Manager Associate at ATB Financial. Samantha has also contributed to various projects as an Associate Consultant at Flip Learning and participated in the NEXT Canada entrepreneurial program. Educational achievements include a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta and recognition as a Peter Lougheed Leadership Scholar.