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  • March 2025

  • Tue 25
    Featured March 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    Tech Skills vs. People Leadership — Navigating Career Paths in Technology

    Join us for an insightful webinar that explores the dynamic interplay between technical skills and people leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology. In this session, industry experts and seasoned professionals will share their experiences and provide actionable advice on how to navigate these two distinct yet interconnected career paths. This webinar is perfect for tech professionals at any stage of their career who are contemplating their next move. Whether you're just starting out, mid-career, or a seasoned expert, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of how to chart your course in the tech industry.  3 Key Takeaways: Understand the key differences between technical and leadership roles, and what each path entails. Evaluate your strengths and passions to determine which career trajectory aligns best with your goals. Discover strategies for transitioning from a technical role to a leadership position, including how to develop essential soft skills like communication, empathy, and team management. Meet Your Presenter: Sarah Mullins has been a leader in the human resource industry for over 25 years. After a lengthy corporate career working with high growth organizations, she launched UptreeHR, a full service HR business partner for small businesses. She and her team educate and support Nova Scotia businesses in their efforts to attract and retain diverse teams as well as […]

  • May 2025

  • Wed 7
    May 7 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ADT

    Summit Series | The Balanced Founder

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

    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 […]

  • Wed 7
    May 7 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ADT

    Intellectual Property 101

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

    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.

    Free
  • Mon 12
    Featured May 12 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pm ADT Recurring

    Implementing a Digital Twin of an Organization (DTO) for Manufacturing – May 12-15

    Virtual Event

    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. Key Learning Objectives Learn how to initiate, align, and sustain manufacturing process analysis and modeling to optimize asset and/or labour capacities and utilizations, improve operational planning, and enrich costing and operational budgeting in a manufacturing setting Understand the role of DTO modeling technology using an illustrative Canadian DTO software, Collaborative Business Planning (CBP), for process and cost flow visualization and “what-if” scenario-planning analysis Appreciate the value of analyzing current state and simulating future state manufacturing operations in a collaborative environment to improve profitability and long-term viability of the business Who Should Attend and Why? This workshop provides foundational training for leveraging operational and financial data to develop highly-visual interactive DTO models for any manufacturer. Although any functional role will benefit, positions typically related to DTO implementations include: Production managers focused on resource capacity requirements while decreasing lead times, increasing throughputs, and realizing cost reduction targets Continuous Improvement […]

  • Tue 13
    Featured May 13 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm ADT

    Accelerating Digital Transformation with Cloud Computing

    Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing concepts, dispel common misconceptions, and explore its numerous benefits. The presentation highlights how cloud services enhance data security, governance, lifecycle management, and workflow integration. Dr. Lu Yang will illustrate how industries can leverage cutting-edge cloud technologies to make their systems, applications, and infrastructure more scalable, efficient, resilient, high-performing, sustainable, and cost-effective. Additionally, Dr. Yang will showcase an example architecture for an AI project development process, detailing its stages, bottlenecks, and key challenges. Attendees will learn what expertise and technologies are essential to assembling a team capable of driving successful digital transformation initiatives. Overall, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how cloud computing can modernize, accelerate, streamline, and automate innovation processes, empowering organizations to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. 3 Key Takeaways: Introduction, benefit, and misunderstanding of cloud computing Data governance and security in cloud Architecting digital transformation projects in cloud Meet Your Presenter: Dr. Lu Yang holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the University of New Brunswick and brings with him a wealth of experience in enterprise-level High-Performance Computing (HPC) administration and management, spanning over 15 years. His expertise extends beyond HPC to encompass cloud […]

  • Tue 27
    Featured May 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    Hackers Don’t Hack In – They Log In: Understanding, Transforming & Securing Your Identity Security Posture

    As you expand your business, especially more into the cloud, the number of identities you have expands with it. Understanding all the identity security and privilege challenges this creates can be difficult. In this session we’ll take a look at privileges and the ‘Paths to Privilege’ threat actors seek out and often exploit. We’ll look at ways to identify the gaps, detect and close these paths with remediation planning, and how to gain a more holistic view of Identity Security across teams, domains, applications, and more. 3 Key Takeaways: Which privileges threat actors seek out and exploit What are paths to privilege? Identify the gaps, detect and close these paths with remediation planning, and gain a more holistic view of Identity Security Meet Your Presenter:  Jason Silva is a Principal Solutions Architect focused in Privilege Access Management (PAM), Identity and Access Management (IAM), Just-In-Time Provisioning (JIT), and Least Privilege. Jason brings over 25 years of experience in solutions management to BeyondTrust's Privileged Access Management Solutions enforcing Privileged Password Management and Privileged Session Management, Privileged Endpoint Management, and Secure Remote Access which utilizes a single pane of glass for all management aspects including Automated Account Discovery, Privileged Management and Elevation, Audit […]

  • July 2025

  • Tue 15
    Featured July 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    Streamlining Automation and Coding with AI

    Discover how to effectively integrate AI-driven automation and coding tasks into optimized workflows and enhance daily productivity. This practical webinar guides SMEs through the transition from basic AI understanding to actionable, everyday applications, equipping them with strategies to streamline operations and overcome common hurdles with integration. Key Takeaways Learn practical approaches to automating research, coding, and routine tasks using AI. Challenge prompt engineering and project management techniques to create effective, reliable automation. Gain actionable strategies for optimizing daily workflows and enhancing productivity through AI integration. Meet your Presenter - Manny Roy Manny is an experienced automation developer and SEO specialist with MacMillan Search, skilled in leveraging AI to streamline workflows. They have facilitated practical AI training sessions and developed custom automation tools, helping SMEs integrate AI effectively into their daily operations for enhanced productivity.

    Free – $15
  • Wed 23
    July 23 @ 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm ADT

    SNMA Summer School: Your Content’s Off… Here’s Why (And How to Fix It)

    As marketers, we're sometimes responsible for content across multiple brands, and the pressure to be efficient, consistent, and AI-savvy has never been higher. But in the drive to produce more, faster, many of us are noticing a cost: content that feels polished but interchangeable. A little too templated. A little less… real. This 30-minute session, led by Shannon Emmerson, founder/CEO of B Corp content agency Forge & Spark, offers a strategic reset. With the help of a mini 'authenticity audit,' you’ll identify where your brand’s voice may have lost its edge—and what you can do to bring it back. Designed for marketers who care about integrity as much as impact, this session will help you realign your content with the values, voice, and audience that matter most. About Shannon Emmerson: AUTHOR | CONTENT STRATEGIST | FOUNDER & CEO, FORGE & SPARK MEDIA Shannon Emmerson is a content strategist, agency founder, and author of Content With Purpose: Authentic Messaging and Marketing to Grow Your Business. As CEO of Forge & Spark Media—a certified B Corp content marketing agency based in Vancouver, B.C., Canada—she helps purpose-driven organizations and leaders tell authentic stories, build trust, and grow with integrity. With over 25 years in publishing, communications, and […]

    Free
  • Tue 29
    Featured July 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am ADT

    Driving AI Accountability Through Robust Data Governance

    This session explores how to embed data governance into the AI lifecycle—from sourcing and quality to bias mitigation and explainability. We will learn how to align governance with innovation, reduce risk, and build systems that are transparent, ethical, and scalable. 3 Key Takeaways What Accountable AI Really Means Governance in the AI Lifecycle Actionable Governance Strategies Meet your presenter... Aadi Machandi has 16+ years in Data & AI, I help organizations unlock the value of data—driving decisions, building trust in AI, and embedding intelligence into the business. As a CDO and ex-Microsoft architect, I focus on turning data into a strategic asset for growth, innovation, and resilience.

    Free
  • August 2025

  • Mon 4
    August 4 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ADT

    Small Group Networking Coaching

    Virtual Event

    Looking to sharpen your networking skills this summer? Networking Naturally is offering a Small Group Coaching program designed specifically for entrepreneurs and professionals who want to grow their confidence, communication, and connections. This 4-week program (August 4-25) includes: ✅ Live weekly coaching sessions focused on real-life networking✅ Personalized feedback to help you refine your approach✅ A supportive group environment for peer learning✅ A final in-person session to put new skills into action Curriculum Highlights:• Setting networking goals & building your personal brand• Mastering effective communication & elevator pitches• Finding key contacts & creating referral partnerships• Prepping for networking events & mastering the follow-up 4 Weekly Zoom SessionsDeep-dive into practical networking strategies 90-Minute CallsPlenty of time for real discussion and personalized feedback Exclusive Small Group SettingJust 8 participants per group for maximum support and accountability A Proven ApproachLearn from Dalene Allen, a master networker who built a $5M referral-based business If you’ve been meaning to strengthen your network or just get more comfortable putting yourself out there, this is a great opportunity to do so in a structured, supportive setting. Spots are limited, so we encourage you to check it out soon if you're interested! Let us know if you'd like […]

    $299
  • Wed 27
    August 27 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ADT

    Right Tool, Right Task: Navigating AI with Precision

    VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

    Speaker: Jaswanth Tata / Murtaza Lookmanji AI is everywhere—and so is confusion. This practical, no-hype session shows you how to match the right tool to the right task so you get the right outcome. We’ll demystify agents, chatbots, copilots, visualizers, and automation platforms, compare their strengths and limits, and give you a simple decision framework you can reuse at work tomorrow. Expect crisp selection criteria, real Halifax use‑cases, red‑flag questions for vendors, quick evaluators (ROI, risk, privacy), and a takeaway matrix mapping common roles and workflows to proven tools. Leave with a vetted shortlist, smarter guardrails, and the confidence to say “no” to shiny‑but‑wrong AI choices.   CODE OF CONDUCT Agenda: 6:00PM – 6:15PM: Welcome & Registration 6:15PM – 6:20PM: Sponsor Speech 6:20PM – 7:00PM: Speaker Presentation 7:00PM – 7:45PM: Networking 7:45PM – 8:00PM: Program End

    Free
  • Thu 28
    Featured August 28 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ADT

    Beyond the Surface: Fixing Real UX Problems

    The PIER 1209 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia, Canada

    This hands-on in-person workshop goes beyond surface-level UX fixes to solve real digital experience problems. Learn how organizational structure impacts user experience while gaining concrete evaluation tools to apply immediately. Through guided exercises with real examples, identify true user pain points, prioritize high-impact improvements, and align stakeholder needs with user goals. Leave with actionable methods for creating UX solutions that solve underlying problems rather than just addressing symptoms. Perfect for anyone involved in digital product decisions. Key Takeaways Understand why fixing UX requires a holistic approach that addresses organizational structure and design elements. Learn to identify when surface-level changes aren't enough. Learn practical diagnostic techniques to identify high-impact UX issues and develop a balanced improvement strategy that delivers immediate wins alongside meaningful long-term solutions. Create an actionable framework for aligning stakeholders across your organization and overcoming common barriers to implementing effective UX improvements. Your Presenter: Jamie Gerrard, Founder of 20/20 DIGITAL Jamie Gerrard, Founder of 20/20 Digital, helps organizations improve digital product and service experiences. With expertise in research, design, marketing, and operations, he tackles challenges from multiple angles in the travel and tourism, financial services, healthcare, and technology sectors while sharing knowledge through speaking and coaching.

    Free – $40
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