Every company, large or small, has the same challenge – communication. Companies need to communicate with their potential customers, peers and partners. I’ll walk you through what key decisions you need to make, and stick with, so you can work with and feel confident about your brand for years to come.
Information session on Canada @ gamescom 2022. Séance d’information sur le Canada @ gamescom 2022. About this event This is an info session to learn more about the opportunities for Canadian companies at gamescom 2022. Canada @ gamescom includes the following activities: B2B opportunities online and at gamescom Free accounts on MeetToMatch - the Cologne Edition Pitch Sessions on MeetToMatch Canada Pavilion at gamescom ***** Il s’agit d’une session d’information pour en apprendre davantage sur les possibilités offertes aux entreprises canadiennes à la gamescom 2022. Le Canada @ gamescom comprend les activités suivantes : Opportunités B2B en ligne et à la gamescom Comptes gratuits sur MeetToMatch - the Cologne Edition Sessions de pitch sur MeetToMatch Pavillon du Canada à la gamescom
All in for Transforming Canadian Healthcare In the last year, Accenture surveyed over 1,800 Canadians, interviewed several healthcare leaders, and engaged with local and global Accenture health leaders to produce a comprehensive portrait of citizens’ perception of our healthcare system and a set of key call to create the system that Canadians want and need. Join Accenture’s Health Industry Lead Jimmy Yang as he shares results and recommendations from the report, with a look ahead to key trends that will shape the healthcare system of the future. June 15, 2022 12noon – 1:00 p.m. EDT Free for TECHNATION Members & Government Employees REGISTER NOW Link to report: https://www.accenture.com/ca-en/insights/health/all-transforming-canadian-healthcare
Our next Member Webinar is presented to you by the Gardiner Centre – Employee Retention In the dynamic labour market, retaining employees is critical to the stability and growth of organizations and businesses. Losing key employees costs employers in many ways including recruitment and lost productivity. An employee retention strategy is an intentional process that encourages employees to remain with their employer. There are many interdependent elements to an employee retention strategy. This session will focus on: The importance of employee engagement on retention The key elements of a strategy that contribute to employee retention The impact the global pandemic has had on employee retention Considerations for improving your employee retention strategy as we emerge from the pandemic Meet the Speaker: Lynn Best Lynn Best is a skilled, experienced facilitator who is passionate about supporting the achievement of organizational goals and employee development. Lynn holds a Master’s Degree in Adult Education, two undergraduate degrees in Arts and Post-Secondary Education, and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Executive Coaching. Lynn also holds a number of certifications including Myers Briggs Personality Indicator, True Colors™, and Coaching Out of the Box™. Lynn’s talent is creating trusting, collaborative partnerships and learning environments directed at achieving results […]
We are witnessing unprecedented disruptions in supply chains around the globe and Canada is not an exception. Almost all sectors are diligently focusing on innovation, security, nearshoring and yes, even diversity and inclusion, creating new opportunities for women-owned businesses to grow and succeed. To be clear: they need YOU and your innovative solutions now more than ever before! This is why WBE Canada is partnering with the Centre for Women in Business to host a virtual webinar focusing on supplier diversity in Atlantic Canada and how women-owned businesses can navigate through these procurement opportunities and help shape companies in the post-pandemic economy. Join us to learn… Why supplier diversity is an important strategy for Canada’s economic recovery How to turn what you already know, love and do into profits How buying organizations can become more innovative by improving diversity and inclusion in their supply chains What’s next for Canada’s supply chains Your questions answered Date: June 16, 2022 Time: 2:00 – 3:30 pm AT | 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET Format: online – Zoom Claim your FREE seat and be part of the growing success of supplier diversity! REGISTER HERE! For more information: https://wbecanada.ca/event/supplier-diversity-in-atlantic-canada/ Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_L2nBmTZaSdewegog9DA8Uw
Disclaimer: This event will be in English We are witnessing unprecedented disruptions in supply chains around the globe and Canada is not an exception. Almost all sectors are diligently focusing on innovation, security, nearshoring and yes, even diversity and inclusion, creating new opportunities for women-owned businesses to grow and succeed. To be clear: they need YOU and your innovative solutions now more than ever before! This is why WBE Canada is partnering with the Centre for Women in Business to host a virtual webinar focusing on supplier diversity in Atlantic Canada and how women-owned businesses can navigate through these procurement opportunities and help shape companies in the post-pandemic economy. This webinar will benefit… Women-owned businesses selling or wanting to sell to large corporations and governments Corporations and governments eager to discover how to include more women-owned businesses in their supply chains Champions and supporters of women-owned businesses What you will learn… Why supplier diversity is an important strategy for Canada’s economic recovery How to turn what you already know, love and do into profits How buying organizations can become more innovative by improving diversity and inclusion in their supply chains What’s next for Canada’s supply chains
The City of Toronto’s Small Business Enterprise Centre (Enterprise Toronto) is hosting a virtual event which will focus on various aspects of women entrepreneurship. There will be panel discussions that will feature organizations who are focused on addressing the systemic barriers that limit the growth of women –owned enterprises. You will also hear from Toronto-based women entrepreneurs who have successfully accessed support that has helped them to expand their businesses and from organizations who are helping women to break barriers and achieve success in non-traditional Sectors. If you require accommodation, please notify us by email at least 2 weeks before the event date at enterprisetoronto@toronto.ca. To cancel the accommodation, we require 5 business days’ notice before the event date.
Join us on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 12:30pm for what will be a fun and interactive workshop with virtual reality. About this event When: Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 12:30pm to 2:00pm Where: North Preston Community Centre, Multipurpose Room, 44 Simmonds Road, North Preston, NS What is Hoist? Hoist sessions are led by industry experts and are designed to help teens explore and expand their interests in technology and entrepreneurship. Workshops develop skills in areas like design, coding, game development, and much more. Hoist sessions take place one Saturday a month (with the exception of July, August and December) and are targeted for teens ages 12 to 19. Topics change each month and are based on current trends, as well as the needs and interests of Hoist participants. This helps make each session unique and fun for the participants. June's Topic: Virtual Reality Join Volta and the team from Nearby Planet VR for a fun and educational session on virtual reality. You will learn about the many applications VR can be used for and a quick history lesson before getting the opportunity to have fun with the VR headsets. What Happens at Hoist? Lunch A healthy light lunch will […]
WEBINAR | The Legal Case for Supporting Gender Diversity @ Work The current labour crunch is only strengthening the business case for building a workplace that’s welcoming to diverse employee pools – including gender-diverse employees. But there’s also a legal case for employers to do so – and legal consequences for employers that fail to meet those obligations. Why do employers have a legal obligations to create a safe and healthy workplace for gender diverse employees? What steps can employers take to support a gender-inclusive workplace - and fulfill their legal obligations? How can failure to do so lead to legal liability for employers? Join McInnes Cooper Labour & Employment Lawyers Amanda Nash and Brittany Keating for an invitation-only virtual roundtable conversation, led by your questions, about the legal case for you to support gender diversity in your workplace. WHEN: Thursday, June 23, 2022 TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. AST | 11:30 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. NST
Mount Saint Vincent Alumni Association Annual General Meeting (Hybrid) Monday, June 20, 2022 @ 5:30 pm McCain Centre, Room 105, MSVU Campus Recognition Dinner to follow Registration required. If you have any additional questions about the event, please email alumni@msvu.ca
Topic: Future-proofing Your Trademark Strategy Description: Given rapid growth and increased competition within the technology and digital innovation sector, adopting a trademark for your organization can feel like walking into a minefield. Having the foundation of a carefully executed trademark strategy can elevate your brand, prevent misuse by others, and become a valuable marketing tool in navigating the increasingly crowded world of trademarks. Whether you are intending to keep it local or have a view to global expansion, developing an understanding for what a trademark is, best practices for choosing and protecting your trademark, and what you can do to reduce your risk of inadvertently stepping on others’ toes, are vital for any organization. Join us for a 60 minute talk with industry thought leaders from McCarthy Tétrault and Swift Medical where through case studies and examples we will look at: Selecting a trademark that can be protected How to manage your risk of trademark infringement Devising a trademark strategy for current and future business goals Lessons learned in setting brand direction Presenters: Vincent Yip, Partner, McCarthy Tétrault LLP Amy Fong, Counsel, McCarthy Tétrault LLP Jon Tower Akerman, VP Marketing, Swift Medical Time: Jun 21, 2022 10:00 AM in Vancouver
About this event Regardless of the complexity of your HubSpot instance, there’s one thing Ali and her team hear more than anything else: “We know we should be getting more out of HubSpot, but (insert reason why here).” Whether it’s lack of time, know-how, poor strategy, or a lack of understanding how the modules work together at the various starter/pro/enterprise levels, this is a common challenge for organizations of all sizes. But it doesn’t have to be. In this presentation, Ali will discuss: Common obstacles that HubSpot admins, users, and teams face Tips and strategies for overcoming these challenges Best practices to prevent issues in your HubSpot instance down the road Simple hacks that will help you get more out of the platform Plus, Ali will give you a sneak peek into how she and her team have used video to drive their own leads through HubSpot and nearly 1M views on YouTube! Speaker Ali Schwanke Ali Schwanke is the founder of Simple Strat, a platinum HubSpot Solutions partner and cohost of the popular YouTube series "HubSpot Hacks". She's a go-to expert in B2B marketing strategy and content, and a well-known expert on all things HubSpot. She and her team […]
