HELLO , AND WELCOME to 2017 ’ s first issue of Business Review USA & Canada . We kick the year off with a tribute to Ada Lovelace , a woman who remains widely known as the first computer programmer due to her incredible understanding of Charles Babbage ’ s Analytical Engine , and the notes she wrote on the subject in 1843 . We explore her impact on the world of STEM , particularly with regard to women in the field .

Also featured is The Stevie Awards – also known as The Oscars of the business world – and its importance for entrepreneurs and executives alike . This month ’ s list is the top 10 startups to watch in 2017 , and the innovative products each is creating .

This bumper issue includes huge exclusive interviews with Informart Data Centers , CoreSite , City of Mississauga , DavisREED Huntington Hilton Project , PAML , PayneCrest , PwC , and The Braun Corporation .

Editor nell . walker @ bizclikmedia . com

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