Events

Why is fixing digital products never as simple as it seems? Join Volta and Jamie Gerrard as he shares lessons from 24 years of helping companies create better digital experiences for their customers. Jamie will explain why improving how people use websites, apps, and other digital products isn't just about making things look better – it's about understanding how companies really work. Drawing from real projects, Jamie will share: Why quick fixes often don't solve the real problem How to spot what's actually causing user frustration Understanding what it takes to create lasting improvements This talk is perfect for anyone wanting to make their company's digital products easier. It offers practical tips you can start using right away. Whether you're a designer, manager, or just interested in making better digital products, you'll leave with clear steps to improve how people interact with your company's products.

The Halifax Chamber's annual Economic Engine Forum is back! Join us for our third annual Economic Engine Event: Unlocking Productivity on March 18th, 2025. This event intends to showcase a positive, realistic, and optimistic narrative of where Nova Scotia’s economy is heading through the perspective of political leaders, industry experts, and economic professionals.  With this year’s forum focusing on Nova Scotia’s wanning productivity levels, we intend to explore how our region can unlock private sector investments, leverage new technologies, and reduce internal trade barriers. Highlights of the day include: Fireside chat with HRM CAO Cathie O'Toole and Mayor Andy Fillmore Unlocking Private Sector Investment Panel AI Adoption Discussion Canadian Leadership in the Clean Growth Economy with Canadian Climate Institute's Sachi Gibson

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how eos navigates viral moments and executes high-impact, community-driven campaigns. In this social strategy session, eos will break down the overwhelming success of their limited-edition holiday lotion launch, which not only sold out before Black Friday/Cyber Monday but also reshaped their 2025 launch planning. From early launches in unexpected retailers to a 700% increase in content reach, eos will share how they master the art of blending planned content with real-time engagement to drive demand and build brand love. Key Takeaways: The key metrics eos uses to measure social and creator success. How eos harnesses consumer insights, creator collaborations and UGC to drive conversations. Insider insights into the tools and strategies that make campaign execution smooth and scalable.

Join us for the QT Connect Meetup in Halifax (hosted by Volta). This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships within the community. Date: March 19, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a chance to unwind with fellow professionals. We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer, fill out this form. Event Schedule & Agenda 5:00 pm Registration & Networking 5:45 pm Welcome and Announcements 6:00 pm Speaker TBA 6:45 pm Ask & Offer 7:00 PM Open Networking 7:45 pm Event Closes Community Asks & Offers Need support from the community (mentorship, looking for a job, connections)? Have resources to provide to the community (mentorship, office hours, connections)? We always provide time for the community to Ask for the things they need or Offer the resources they have available during our Community Asks & Offers!

Join us for the QT Connect Meetup in Halifax (hosted by Volta). This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share experiences, and build meaningful relationships within the community. Date: March 19, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: 1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out, this meetup offers a welcoming space for everyone. Enjoy engaging discussions, networking opportunities, and a chance to unwind with fellow professionals. We don't want ticket costs to be a barrier to joining us in this discussion. We have scholarship and volunteer tickets available. To sign up for a scholarship ticket or to volunteer, fill out this form. Event Schedule & Agenda 5:00 pm Registration & Networking 5:45 pm Welcome and Announcements 6:00 pm Speakers - Marko Savic (He/Him), VP of Marketing, Welbi & Alexandra Theroux (She/Her), Director of Operations, Impact Organizations of Nova Scotia. 6:45 pm Ask & Offer 7:00 PM Open Networking 7:45 pm Event Closes

Join Tribe Network for an exciting event showcasing the latest innovations and ideas from the 12 Black tech startups that progressed through our Accelerate Black Tech program! You'll have a chance to network with industry leaders, investors, and fellow entrepreneurs, take part in a panel discussion, and view product demos — all while discovering the next big things in tech!

Hello WiMLDS Community! Come visit with old friends and meet some new ones! Join us at Volta to enjoy snacks, learn from our speaker, Devi, connect with others, and maybe win a door prize! Bring a friend. 6:00pm - 6:20pm: Welcome and intro 6:20pm - 6:40pm: Devi Ayyagari, PhD 6:40pm - 7:45pm: Snacks and networking 7:45pm - 8:00pm: Wind down WiMLDS has a mission to support and promote women and gender minorities who are practicing, studying or are interested in machine learning and data science. LOCATION: VOLTA. Huge thank you to them for providing space for us to connect in-person.

Inclusive design goes beyond products and services—it extends to leadership spaces like the boardroom. In this webinar, we will explore how boards and senior leadership can foster inclusivity in their operations, ensuring accessibility for persons with disabilities and creating a more equitable governance environment.  The session will cover practical steps boards can take to develop inclusive governance practices that inform organizational culture and enhance participation for all members. We will also discuss how inclusive board operations can drive broader organizational accessibility and equity. GPC Members will gain access to the Live event and the recording. Non-members welcome.  "A Practical Guide to Inclusive Design - Boardroom Inclusivity" is part of the Leadership Knowledge Bucket. This program is suitable for all levels of governance professionals, but we recommend levels 3, 4 and 5. Want to learn more about your governance level and the GPC Knowledge Buckets? Take our GP Career Advancement and Benchmarking Tool exclusive to GPC!