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PMI – ACP Certification

January 14 – February 20, 2025 Valued at $2,999 +HST, FREE for eligible DNS members Hosted by Brenda Fay, BrenDaniel Productions This program is directed to prepare participants for PMI’s Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) exam. Along the way, participants discuss and review aspects of Agile delivery extensively. With this knowledge, individuals are better able to work with Agile projects and product delivery for their organizations. This program includes 24 hours total of training which includes twelve 2-hour online classes. Participants have email access to the facilitator during and after the program, so they may discuss any Agile topics in preparation for the exam. Participants are required to attend at least 90% of the total 24 hours to get credit for the educational hours as required by PMI for the certification.  

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Break the Rules – Strategies for Sales Success in Atlantic Canada

Forget everything you know about selling. Today’s customers are more educated, oversold, and skeptical than ever. The old “closing” tactics and objection-handling strategies don’t work anymore. Instead, we’ll learn how to connect with your buyers, become a trusted advisor, and have them actually want to buy your product. Walk away with proven strategies that will elevate your sales conversations and drive results. Get ready to rethink your approach and close more deals than ever before. 3 key takeaways:  Build Trust, Not Pressure: Learn how to position yourself as a trusted advisor by genuinely connecting with buyers, which leads to stronger, lasting relationships. Modern Sales Techniques: Discover updated strategies that resonate with today’s informed and discerning customers, moving beyond outdated closing tactics. Actionable Sales Frameworks: Walk away with a clear, practical framework for handling objections and driving meaningful results in every conversation. Meet your presenter: 10+ years in B2B tech sales, Jeff Allen learned how to unlock massive growth by truly understanding customer needs and building lasting connections. His approach has consistently boosted sales and helped teams thrive in the fast-moving tech space. Today, he is excited to share the strategies behind these results.

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Implementing a Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO) for Manufacturing

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This four-day workshop (delivered virtually over four half-day sessions) helps manufacturers define the critical success factors for designing, implementing, and utilizing a DTO. Using real-world manufacturing examples and an interactive manufacturing case study, participants learn “ready to apply” tips and techniques to model and optimize production processes, supporting operations, product costing, and overall profitability. January 20-23 9:30am-1:00pm AST DNS Non-Member - $995.00 DNS/CME & DTO Program Applicant - $700 Need a registration code? Email ila@digitalnovascotia.com

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Design Smarter, Not Harder : Tips For a Good User Experience

In this hands-on 1-hour session, we’ll explore the main design guidelines to ensure a good user experience for your digital product. You’ll learn practical strategies to identify and address common usability issues. This session will equip you with the knowledge to create a user-friendly experience. 3 Key takeaways: Understand the Guidelines: Learn how foundational design principles can help identify and resolve common usability issues in digital products. Actionable Strategies: Discover an easy-to-apply checklist to improve user experience for digital products. Gain Confidence: See real-world examples of this evaluation method being used and feel confident to apply the technique immediately. Meet your presenter.. Simon Landry, Ph.D., is a seasoned researcher with over a decade of experience in startups, academia, and healthcare. Specializing in translating advanced research into practical applications, Simon is currently a lead UX researcher at a legal tech company applying AI to solve complex problems. Passionate about simplifying complex ideas, he believes that with the right support, anyone can learn anything. Simon is driven by curiosity and a desire to create impactful, human-centered products that bridge the gap between research and real life.  

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DeepSeek: The New AI Powerhouse and Its Impact on the Future

Join Digital Nova Scotia as we dive into DeepSeek, the AI model currently making waves in the tech world, and explore its implications for the tech industry in Nova Scotia and beyond. As DeepSeek challenges established players like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, this webinar will clarify what DeepSeek is, how it differs from other large language models (LLMs), and why it’s at the centre of the news cycle. Date: February 5, 2025 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM Location: Virtual Our Panelists Iaian Archibald | Executive Director – DeepSense @RILEYSMITHPHOTO Iaian Archibald is the Executive Director of DeepSense, an organization out of Dalhousie University's Faculty of Computer Science whose mission is to help grow the marine economy with AI. Iaian is a seasoned entrepreneur and artificial intelligence (AI) strategist who specializes in the evolving landscape of emerging technologies. Previously as the CEO and co-founder of Swell Advantage, an ocean technology startup, he developed an innovative marina management software solution. The company was acquired in 2020.     Mbongeni Ndlovu | Course Instructor – StFX & Founder – Olyup Technologies Inc. Mbo (Bo) has a Master's degree in Computer Science, and has been a coach with a specialization in Olympic Weightlifting for 8 years. Not […]

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AI Governance: Strategic Oversight for Senior Leaders

A one-day workshop designed to equip senior executives with the tools and strategies necessary to understand, oversee, and implement AI governance within their organizations. Participants will explore AI’s opportunities and risks, and ethical considerations, and learn practical approaches to integrate AI governance within organizational structures for accountable and strategic AI use. 3 key takeaways: Understand AI governance frameworks and their role in responsible AI deployment Develop AI ethics policies aligned with organizational goals Implement risk management and monitoring systems to ensure accountable AI use Meet your presenter: Henry Awere is a Cybersecurity, AI, and Public Policy Consultant, with over a decade of experience designing, and implementing advanced security solutions across industries. As Senior Manager of Technology Risk at Canada Life, he leads initiatives to strengthen cloud, AI, and application security. Henry also teaches in Seneca Polytechnic’s AI program, and volunteers with DGSI’s Ethical AI committee, advocating for ethical standards in AI models.

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NIST Cybersecurity Framework: A Beginner’s Guide

This session looks at key elements in Cybersecurity using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework as a guide. The session will address key areas covered within the NIST CSF that are often overlooked by programs that can lead to deficiencies or observable items in certifications and audits. 3 key takeaways: A structured approach for those seeking to streamline their cybersecurity programs A roadmap for integrating new requirements and regimes into your cybersecurity program A structured approach that is useful in the context of ISO 27000 and NIST SP 800-171 Meet your presenter.. Allan McDougall brings 25+ years of military, public, and private sector security experience, holding a Master’s degree in Security Management in addition to several security certifications (CISSP, CPP, PSP, PCIP). He has co-authored four books on Critical Infrastructure Protection and been a guest speaker internationally at universities and professional associations. He currently holds several volunteer positions that focus on learning and capacity building in the Asset Protection and Security domain.

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Talking Tech | Breaking the Mold: Why Black Representation Matters in Tech

Join us for Talking Tech | Breaking the Mold: Why Black Representation Matters in Tech, an engaging panel discussion moderated by Otni Chinenere, Founder of Taura Communications. This thought-provoking session will explore the critical need for Black representation in the tech industry, the challenges faced by Black professionals, and the opportunities to drive equity and innovation through diversity. Hear from industry leaders as they share insights, personal experiences, and actionable strategies to inspire change. Date: February 20, 2025 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM Location: Virtual Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of tech! Meet your moderator: Otni Chinenere Otni Chinenere is a vibrant and dynamic communicator, entrepreneur, and community leader based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. As the founder of Taura Communications, Otni is passionate about helping individuals overcome communication barriers such as fear, self-doubt, cultural differences enabling them to express their authentic voices with confidence and empowering them to express their ideas effectively in any situation. Through Taura, Otniprovides persons with lifelong communication skills that extend beyond their professional lives into enriching their personal relationships, enhancing their leadership abilities, as well as fostering overall personal development. With nearly a decade of experience hosting events and moderating impactful […]

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Build a Cohesive Brand Identity: Let Your Customers Love You

Discover the art of crafting a personal brand that stands out and resonates. Learn how to align your values, skills, and image to create a cohesive identity that builds trust and loyalty. This session will guide you in defining your unique value, communicating effectively, and connecting emotionally with your audience. Turn customers into advocates by making them love what you stand for. Perfect for professionals and entrepreneurs aiming to elevate their influence. 3 key takeaways: Craft Your Unique Value Proposition Build Emotional Connections Maintain Brand Consistency Meet your presenter: Marc Zirka CEO of Strategy Up An experienced strategist and entrepreneur in the business field focusing on technology and ICT as an enabler to any vertical.  Marc has been running his own consulting firm Strategy Up, which he established in 2014. Strategy Up is 100% Canadian company based in Halifax (Nova Scotia), where he is advising and assisting Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s) and startup companies to become successful.