E489 – Current & Critical – Adam Geiger & Chelsea Galloway, Why AlchemistOne Chose Calgary to Start Their Unique Addiction Recovery Model
“My addiction isn’t the problem. It’s a solution, and that’s the problem.”
When Adam and Chelsea decided to build AlchemistOne, a mobile app to support addiction recovery, they faced a big question—where should they grow their business? They share how Calgary’s startup ecosystem made the decision easy. They discuss the surprising level of support they found, from RBCX’s early introductions to Calgary Economic Development’s guidance and Alberta Innovates’ funding opportunities. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing—Adam and Chelsea open up about the challenges of securing funding, the reality of startup grants, and what they’ve learned about balancing innovation with business strategy.