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AI and the Future of Work: Skills, Education, and Workforce Readiness

Join us for an insightful session exploring the skills and strategies required for success in an AI-driven world. We’ll discuss the emerging technical and soft skills that will shape the future workforce, highlight key approaches to equipping the next generation with critical-thinking capabilities, and explore how to bridge divides to ensure equitable access to AI technology and training. Don’t miss out on this crucial conversation about preparing for the future of work. SPEAKERS Robert Newcombe President·AI First Consulting Robert Newcombe, P.Eng., MBA is an Industrial Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and recognized across Atlantic Canada for his AI-focused leadership. In 2023, he founded AI-First Consulting with a mission to help 500 Atlantic Canadian organizations adopt AI by 2035. Since that time, Robert has delivered AI keynotes for organizations such as Engineers Canada, CME, EMC, AISC, PMI, and others. Robert has partnered with Digital Nova Scotia and St. FX University to create and deliver an AI microcredential course, training over 90 participants on the practical use of generative AI. He is also partnering with Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia (IONS) to bring AI training to local nonprofits. His work has been highlighted in The Business Voice and The Engineer, and […]

Summit Series | The Balanced Founder

IGNITE Southern 208 Main St., Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia

Event Details: 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Location: IGNITE Atlantic – Yarmouth, NS (Virtual attendance available) Description: Join us for the second event in IGNITE’s Signature Summit Series, where entrepreneurs, founders, and community builders come together for a full day of insight, reflection, and connection. This summit, The Balanced Founder, is all about strengthening the person behind the business. We'll explore topics that often get overlooked but are essential to sustainable success—mental health, leadership development, life balance, and organizational skills. Whether you're navigating burnout, seeking better time management tools, or aiming to lead your team with confidence, this event is designed to help you grow both personally and professionally. Why Attend? Hear from inspiring speakers and founders who’ve built resilience in business Participate in interactive sessions that focus on practical skills and self-awareness Build connections with fellow entrepreneurs who understand your journey Reflect, recharge, and realign with your mission What’s Included: ✅ Inspiring keynote speakers ✅ Engaging workshops and practical tools ✅ Networking with a supportive community ✅ Virtual ticket holders receive livestream access and recordings What’s Next in the Series? 📍 Fall 2025 – Cape Breton, NS Theme: Selling & Pitching Your Business Master the art of sales and communication to take […]

eDiscovery Conference

McInnes Cooper 1969 Upper Water Street, Halifax

Discover the Future of eDiscovery Hosted by McInnes Cooper, this dynamic two-day event will provide you with expert insights, AI-driven tools, and teach strategies to overcome challenges and streamline legal workflows. This exciting conference is packed with valuable insights for your practice and can count towards your mandatory annual CLE hours! Join us for McInnes Cooper’s eDiscovery Conference, proudly sponsored by Array, a trusted partner in legal technology solutions. This dynamic two-day event is designed to inspire, educate, and connect legal professionals at the forefront of technology and innovation. This is your opportunity to gain cutting-edge insights and practical strategies that will transform how you approach legal technology.   Day One: Strategy & Innovation for Lawyers and Clients Explore the evolution and impact of eDiscovery through real-world case studies, expert-led discussions, and a thought-provoking keynote on embracing innovation. Learn how to overcome resistance to technological change and see firsthand how McInnes Cooper’s managed services and modern legal strategies drive client success. Day Two: Hands-On Learning for Lawyers & Litigation Support Staff Get practical, actionable insights with interactive sessions covering eDiscovery strategies, essential document review techniques from Array, and live demonstrations of industry-leading tools like Casepoint’s Case Assist and Relativity’s aiR suite. […]

Intellectual Property 101

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Nova Scotia

Join us for lunch on Wednesday, May 7 and learn about the importance of intellectual property. In this IP 101 session, we’ll talk about the various forms of IP, the pros and cons of each, and tips on how to develop an IP strategy. Speaker Shelley Hessian, Regional IP Counsellor, Atlantic IP Advantage, Springboard Atlantic Shelley Hessian has more than 30 years of experience working with small and medium-sized businesses. Shelley is Regional IP Counsellor with Springboard Atlantic. In this role, she helps delivers Springboard Atlantic IP Advantage which is an ISED intellectual property (IP) program for startups. Springboard is a network of the 19 post-secondary institutions in Atlantic Canada working to commercialize academic and industry-led research. Prior to joining Springboard Atlantic, Shelley was at Invest Nova Scotia (formerly Innovacorp) for 15 years. Her last position there was as manager, Start-Up Yard at COVE. Start-Up Yard is the business incubator located at the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship. Shelley is a strong supporter of the startup ecoystem in the region. She has a Bachelor of Commerce and a MBA from Saint Mary’s University.

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