Brian Stever

Halifax, Nova Scotia — Est. 2015 — Vol. 11, No. 1

Product builder turns complex ideas into simple experiences

Full-Stack Developer · Founder · CS Student

Product-focused developer with 10+ years building things people use — from award-winning podcasts to AI platforms. I like turning complex problems into simple experiences. Currently studying Computer Science while running two companies.

Experience

AUG 2024 — PRESENT

Chief Product Officer

OslerAI

Leading product strategy for an AI platform that transforms medical education through simulated patient interactions. Defining roadmap, coordinating development, and shaping the user experience.

OCT 2018 — PRESENT · Halifax, NS

Co-Founder

Snack Labs

Built and run a podcast production company serving health organizations and mission-driven businesses. Handle everything from client strategy to building internal tools and our website.

2015 — PRESENT

Co-Host & Producer

Sickboy Podcast

Co-founded an award-winning podcast destigmatizing illness through conversation. Grew to 3M+ global listeners. Manage production, partnerships, and the SickWish non-profit.

JUL 2018 — MAR 2023

Creative Director

WorkInsights

Led creative strategy for an employee analytics platform. Translated complex data into actionable insights for organizational performance and wellbeing.

Volunteering

AUG 2021 — AUG 2022

Operations Committee Chair

Canoe '22 World Championships

Chaired operations for an international sporting event — transportation, accommodations, food services, technology, accreditation, and sustainability.

Skills & Expertise

Full-Stack DevelopmentNext.jsTypeScriptReactPythonProduct StrategyPodcast ProductionUI/UX DesignAI/MLFigmaTailwind CSSNode.js

Recognition

Meritorious Service Medal

Governor General of Canada, 2020

For impact of Sickboy Podcast in destigmatizing illness

Great Place To Work Award

GPTW Dubai, 2013

Education

University of Arizona

B.A.Sc. Applied Artificial Intelligence

In Progress

Carleton University

International Business

Arts & Leisure

Applied AIHardware ProjectsAudio EngineeringOpen Source

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