Join us for our Excellence Series, a collection of lunch and learns designed to empower managers and leaders to be their very best! October 11: Relationship Building Explore the critical ingredient of building strong relationships for effective management and leadership.
📣 About The Speakers Tim Speed CTO @ Modest TreeA software developer and for many years that's pivoted primarily to focus machine learning and leading technology at Modest Tree. Most of my career has been in startups though I have a few years in big tech by working with LinkedIn on their learning platform; overall a large part of my experience has been focused on developing learning technology and supporting tools. LinkedIn, Twitter (X) Gordon Shotwell Senior Software Engineer @ Posit PBCGordon has built data science web applications for many years, and currently works on the Shiny for Python team at posit. LinkedIn ⏱️ Agenda For The Event 6:00pm – Doors Open Come early to grab a beverage and socialize with others. 6:30 pm – Presentations An introduction to Modern Machine learning and it's future How does Shiny really work? Shiny is a web application framework for R and Python, and has two special features. First, Shiny uses a reactive computation graph to only render the parts of the UI which need to change in response to a user's actions, and second it infers that graph from your application. While you tell Shiny what to do, you don't tell it when […]
Grab your business besties and meet us at Mahone Bay's hottest restaurant: Betty's! If you’re not in the room, you’re missing out on the best way to represent yourself and grow your business... Don’t just take our word for it: “Leading Ladies is the best networking event for women, period. Menna has created and fostered a community of inclusiveness, one that celebrates the diversity of its members while simultaneously creating a sense of solidarity. At any stage in your career, you truly feel like a Leading Lady when you arrive!” ~ Ashley MacInnis, AMPR We have curated the ideal networking experience including a complimentary welcome glass of bubbles, fabulous photography by Hannah Jackson, delectable hors d’oeuvres, incredible sponsors, and highly coveted prizes! For more than a decade, our vibrant, welcoming networking vibe is the perfect environment to build and foster relationships for women owned and led businesses not to mention entrepreneurs and women in business at every level. Experience the power of networking at its finest while enjoying delicious cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, fabulous prizes, and above all, the opportunity to grow your business and community in a genuine way. YOUR TICKET INCLUDES: Invaluable introductions to potential customers, employees & friends […]
It’s not just you. It’s true, 9 out of 10 dentists hate marketing strategies* Try a new way with 20 year marketing professional Neil in Downtown Dartmouth. Communicating is very expensive. If you’re serious about communicating effectively, then you know it’s a serious investment. So why can’t we get serious about our marketing strategies? Because they suck. (did we mention this?) Here’s 3 reasons why they suck 1: So much uncertainty. Where to start. What to include. What to leave out. How much to invest... 2: Too much time. If we know where to start, how do we find the time 3: They kill creativity. Tell your unique story within these character limits. Ugh. We know. And we can help. This program includes: Reusable Fully Customized Take Home Marketing Strategy Template Customized Marketing Strategy (or a clear 1st draft depending on scale) Expert Advice throughout with 30 day and 90 day follow-up Lights, cameras + content creation time in studio Convenient FRI / SAT / SUN scheduling for fuller focus 3-Day Catered In Person, Downtown Dartmouth Course Itinerary What you will learn in the course Day 1 Learn the building blocks of a marketing […]
Join us in-person at Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia The Opportunity Solve real business challenges and demonstrate your skills Explore dynamic career opportunities Network with senior leaders Learn from technology and innovation industry experts The winning team for each problem statement will receive a cash prize of $1,200. Participants are eligible for special prizes rewarded based on merit. What to expect Innovate You will work in small teams to develop original solutions to real business challenges and present them to executive leaders from our sponsors and the Nova Scotian academic community. Expand Your Network Meet technology and innovation industry experts, leaders from our sponsors and academia and connect with like-minded students! In addition to the opportunity to collaborate and innovate with fellow students, all participants will have access to exclusive networking opportunities with executives from RBC and will have the unique ability to make a difference in your local community. Build Your Skills You can also participate in workshops to learn new skills for the future of work and learn about career opportunities.
We are thrilled to announce our next speaker series session with Jennifer LaPlante, Chief Growth & Investment Officer at Canada's Ocean Supercluster. As an Ocean AI Leader, Jennifer will dive deep into the intricate dance between artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the vast ocean sector. Discover how cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing our understanding and interaction with marine ecosystems, leading to more sustainable and informed solutions. This enlightening journey will highlight the transformative power of AI in shaping the blue economy, ensuring a promising future for ocean exploration and preservation. Please join us on Monday, October 16, at 1:30 p.m. ADT Students, teachers, and parents are encouraged to join independently or in groups. This session is most suitable for Grade 6 and above. Speakers Biography: With over four years at the forefront of artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives in Canada's ocean sector, Jennifer LaPlante stands as a visionary and strategic leader, distinctly characterized by a profound digital acuity that bolsters growth and innovation. Currently serving as the Chief Growth & Investment Officer at Canada's Ocean Supercluster (OSC), Jennifer oversees OSC’s expansive investment portfolio and actively engages with global partners and experts, fueling the momentum of the Technology Leadership Program. Additionally, Jennifer holds […]
Take a break from back-to-school at our Third Wednesday meetup on Wednesday, October 18th! Network with some great folks from Halifax’s tech/media/marketing community! PS: If you’re feeling ill then please do not come – we’ll be around next month – thanks!
Welcome to a day of inspiration and empowerment: "Elevating Women in Business - Blazing Trails." Join us as we embark on a transformative journey, where we dive deep into the realm of sustainability and success, led by a remarkable lineup of trailblazing women. Hear firsthand from a diverse panel of four extraordinary changemakers who have woven environmental sustainability into the fabric of their careers, from entrepreneurs to leaders of large corporations. Discover how these women have not just succeeded but thrived, making sustainability a core pillar of their work, and learn how you too can make a positive impact on the world without compromising your ambitions. This day is a golden opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, network with like-minded individuals, and gain the tools to excel in today's conscientious work environment. Don't miss out on this exceptional day of enlightenment and empowerment – together, let's blaze a trail towards a brighter, more sustainable future. Agenda 10:30 a.m.-11a.m. Registration & Networking in Loyola Conference Hall (LA290) 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Sustainability Rewired: Reshaping Our Future Panelists: Denise Daley Executive Director of the Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank Sara Shabnam BComm’15 Founder & CEO of Better Day Vintage Rebecca de Condé BComm’15 Founder & CEO […]
Prerequisites: Software Carpentry's Unix Shell or Introduction to Linux or similar experience Cloud computing provides great flexibility allowing complete control of the computing environment. In addition the environment can be copied, backed up, created and recreated in an automated way. In these lessons we will start you on the path towards making use of the great flexibility and power of cloud computing. A common use case for the cloud is its ability to provide web services. To explore the flexibility and power of cloud computing we will use the popular static website generator Jekyll. Static website generators offer many security benefits, and simplify and reduce the maintenance burden associated with well known dynamic CMSes such as Wordpress and Durpal. This workshop will take place on: Tuesday, October 17th - 1:00-4:00pm (ADT) Thursday, October 19th - 1:00-4:00pm (ADT) Tuesday, October 24th - 1:00-4:00pm (ADT) Thursday, October 26th - 1:00-4:00pm (ADT) Participants must register using their institutional / organizational email address (not a personal email, ie. gmail). You will need to have your own laptop or desktop on which you can install the required software (see the setup for more details). Instructions for how to join the workshop will be sent out prior […]
Join us for engaging session with Springboard Atlantic on the different forms of IP assets and how to create an IP strategy! Intellectual property (IP) is a valuable asset to a business. It can sometimes have even more value than your tangible assets. It needs to be properly protected. In this session, learn about the different forms of IP assets and how to create an IP strategy that aligns with your business strategy. Hear about the funding programs that can help pay for your IP strategy development and implementation. Speaker Shelley Hessian | NS Regional Counsellor with Springboard Atlantic Shelley has more than 30 years of experience working with small and medium-sized businesses. Prior to joining Springboard Atlantic, Shelley was at Invest Nova Scotia (formerly Innovacorp) for 15 years. Her most recent position was as manager, Start-Up Yard at COVE. Start-Up Yard is the business incubator located at the Centre for Ocean Ventures and Entrepreneurship. Previously, Shelley was manager of programs and business acceleration at Innovacorp. She worked one-on-one with the organization’s early stage technology client companies and led many acceleration initiatives. Shelley holds a bachelor of commerce and a MBA from Saint Mary’s University and she is also a […]
This workshop series is hands-on, covering the fundamentals of R, including data types, functions, importing, manipulating and analyzing data and data visualization as well as program design, version control, data management, and task automation. Participants will be encouraged to help one another and to apply what they have learned to their own research problems. The goal is to teach the practical knowledge needed to start programming, debugging and using R in everyday tasks. You do not need to have any previous knowledge of the tools that will be presented or previous programming experience but intermediate level experience with a computer is highly recommended. You do need to have a laptop with a Mac, Linux or Windows operating system (not a tablet, Chromebook, etc) on which you have administrative privileges, as you will need to pre-load specific software packages. This workshop will take place on: Wednesday, October 18th, 1:00 - 4:30pm (Atlantic) Wednesday, October 25th, 1:00 - 4:30pm (Atlantic) Joining instructions will be provided prior to the first session. Participants must register using their institutional / organizational email address (not a personal email, ie. gmail)
We invite you to join us for our Small Business Week Social, in partnership with the Pictou County Chamber of Commerce, Pictou County Partnership, Invest Nova Scotia and Backstage Brewing. The social will take place Wednesday, October 18 from 4pm to 6pm at Backstage Brewing, providing the perfect atmosphere for networking and connecting with other local entrepreneurs and changemakers. We're excited to announce that our partner organizations will be hosting business trivia! Gather your friends and colleagues for an evening of friendly competition and brain-teasing questions, doors open at 4pm and trivia starts at 4:30pm. This event is 19+ and there are limited spots available so be sure to sign up today to secure your spot!
