Who We Are

Savvy Knowledge specializes in the development of interactive educational products and cloud-based solutions, with a specific focus on improving human performance.

 

“We envision a world where anyone can master any skill they are excited to learn. Our mission is to help people believe they can, with confidence, learn new skills.”

 

Savvy develops cutting-edge technology to gather the highest level of institutional knowledge for the use and benefit of the general public. Backed by a strong network of academic and technical specialists, our solutions provide a powerful interactive learning experience. Through ongoing collaboration with these experts, we are committed to delivering laboratory-based research to the world.

 

Meet the Team

 
 

FOUNDER, CHIEF SCIENCE OFFICER

Dr. Larry Katz

Larry Katz, an award winning developer and producer of interactive multimedia applications, is Professor and Director of the Sport Technology Research Laboratory (STRL), Faculty of Kinesiology, at the University of Calgary. He is an Educational Psychologist interested in how people learn and how to improve human performance through the use of innovation and technology. His research interests include sport technology, performance analysis, virtual environments, virtual rehabilitation, multimedia design and development, collaborative online learning, wireless technology, and health education.

Dr. Katz is also co-founder of the Canadian Centre for Exergaming Research (www.ucalgary.ca/exergaming) and Director of the Centre for Video and Performance Analysis (www.ucalgary.ca/cvpa).

He develops and teaches courses in computer applications in kinesiology and educational technology; has edited and published numerous papers, chapters and proceedings on educational technology, performance analysis and multimedia applications in kinesiology; hosted and chaired numerous national and international conferences and symposia; and developed over 40 multimedia programs and websites in Kinesiology and Education.

 

Education

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
PhD Educational Psychology - Clinical & Educational Psychology

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
MSc Educational Psychology - Computer Applications

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
BSc Psychology - Experimental & Research Psychology

Activities & Affiliations

• Canadian Centre for Exergaming Research, Co-Founder
• Centre for Video and Performance Analysis, Director
• Sport Technology Research Laboratory, Director

 
 
 
 

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Andrea Oh

Over the past 20 years, Andrea's passion for unlocking the physical potential of human beings (and curiosity for finding new ways to solve existing problems) has led to her involvement with successful first-to-market companies in the health, wellness and fitness industries, including Goodlife Fitness, STOTT Pilates, and PowerPlate.

As a results-oriented executive with a proven track record for taking new businesses from concept to reality, Andrea thrives in an environment involving innovative projects in new areas of business requiring new perspectives in thought and unique solutions for long term success. As CEO of Savvy Knowledge Corporation, she leads her team in challenging the status quo and seeking better ways to solve challenging problems through research and innovation.

Andrea is an active leader in her local community, working with organizations offering grassroots programs (primarily in the areas of coaching and mentorship, injury prevention and sports performance, and accessibility to physical activity for long-term quality of life).

Education

UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
Bachelor of Kinesiology (BKin)

 
 
 
 

chief technology officer

Dr. Peng Xiu-Feng

Dr. Xiu-Feng has over 20 years of professional and research experience related to analyzing, identifying and providing over 30 IT solutions for educational institutes, public sectors, research centers and companies across US and Canada.

In addition, he also has extensive experience in the full software development cycle and customer software integration. He has:

  • Specialized in cloud computing architecture and solution, big data analytics and data management.

  • Lead and provided strategic planning advice to senior management and ensure technology architecture integration with  enterprise architectural design.    

  • Specialized in Identity and Assessment Management (IAM) solutions with Single Sign on (SSO) through application architectural design and application development and develop strategies for deploying and integrating progressive security techniques and technologies.

 

Education

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
Bachelor of Science with Distinction, Masters of Science and Ph.D

ZHONGSHAN UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science (BSc)

 
 
 

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Josh Malate

Josh is an Engineer turned Entrepreneur. In a previous life, Josh founded, grew and sold a real estate investment company that owned a portfolio of properties across Alberta. As an Engineer, Josh worked on projects and programs in the public sector which included: the WestLRT, Blue Cart Recycling Program and 7th Avenue Refurbishment.

As a self-professed idea junkie, Josh can often be found working with high-growth organizations, investing in start-ups, or collaborating with thought leaders in the areas of entrepreneurship, public policy and innovation.

Josh’s passion for the Calgary community has led him to become an active participant as a board member of the Highbanks Society, Enviros Wilderness School Association and the Aspire Legal Access Initiative. In addition, Josh is a longtime supporter of youth education in music, where he impacted thousands of individuals through his work with Bishop Grandin High School, Rhapsody Winter Corp and Youth Programs at the Calgary Stampede.

Education

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
Master of Business Administration (MBA)

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY
BSc Civil Engineering