Events from April 4 – April 25 – Page 10 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Atlantic Security Conference

Halifax Convention Centre 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Thursday, April 4th & Friday, April 5th, 2024 Halifax Convention Centre Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Our Mission ATLSECCON is a non-profit, volunteer-led information-security conference held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Established in 2011, the conference is widely known as a knowledge repository for Atlantic Canada. Our mission is to provide quality information-security education and social networking accessible to all. It fills an industry gap to present a forum for attendees to harness the value of their shared experiences, for sponsors to showcase their industry solutions, and for speakers to provide diversified insights.​   About ATLSECCON is a non-profit, volunteer-led information-security conference focusing on expanding the IT Security knowledge pool. It has garnered a reputation as the premiere knowledge repository for Atlantic Canada to provide an inclusive opportunity for anyone wanting to collaborate and learn. Hear from top experts on the best way to evolve IT security strategies Participate in track sessions relevant to your needs and interests Network with an extensive array of industry providers on our trade show floor Participate in our Passport Program to win prizes Take advantage of free give-aways and enjoy locally sourced food and beverages Registration for the 2-day Conference includes: Access to all Keynote […]

Tech Showcase 2024

NSCC Ivany Campus 80 Mawiomi Place, Dartmouth

Meet NSCC students and see how their tech programs prepare them for the workforce. Join NSCC at the annual Tech Showcase on Friday, April 5, 2024. Walk through the halls of Ivany Campus in Dartmouth to see how NSCC students use technology, innovation and entrepreneurship to shape their future – and Nova Scotia's. Students will demonstrate and display their projects. Attendees will also enjoy Try-A-Technology exhibits. As an industry partner and potential future employer, your attendance greatly supports NSCC students on their learning journey. This is a free event, all are welcome. Date: Friday, April 5, 2024 Time: Drop in any time between 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Ivany Campus, 80 Mawiomi Pl, Dartmouth NS (View on map) There will be 2 guided tours in the morning and afternoon. If you would like to attend one of these, fill out this form. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie.Sullivan@nscc.ca.

A Conference for Entrepreneurs About Growth & Transition

Halifax Convention Centre 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

2024 CONFERENCE CHAIR - Blair Hyslop - Co-Owner, Co-CEO, Mrs. Dunster’s | President of The Order of the Wallace McCain Institute Welcome to the 5th annual Business Transitions Forum in Halifax "Join us this Spring at the Halifax Convention Centre as we unite entrepreneurs and experts to share invaluable insights and stories on the journey of business growth and transition. Whether you're in the early phases of consideration or well-advanced through the process, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals and connect with like-minded peers who can provide valuable guidance for your transition strategy." Enjoy the conference! APRIL 9, 2024 | CONFERENCE PROGRAM 7:15AM - 8:00AM REGISTRATION, NETWORKING & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST 8:00AM – 8:10AM FORUM OVERVIEW BY CONFERENCE CHAIR Introduction by: Danny Connors, Business Center Manager, Nova Scotia BDC Chair: Blair Hyslop, Co-Owner, Co-CEO, Mrs. Dunster’s | President of The Order of the Wallace McCain Institute 8:10AM - 8:40AM THE BIG PICTURE: ECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR ENTREPRENEURS OVER THE NEXT 12-24 MONTHS The decisions you make today will ultimately impact your business in the future. This session will provide insights into both a macro view of the economy, as well as cast a lens on regional and industry sector differences. What […]

Member Webinar: Build a High Performance Team

Description Your team can make or break your business. Ensuring you have the right people on the team and the right team dynamics are critical. When your team is thriving, your business will thrive. Whether building a team from scratch or working with an existing team, this webinar is your guide for leading a high-performance team. Since the pandemic accelerated the implementation of virtual work, how teams work and interact has changed. New research examining these changes provides helpful information for team leaders. The goal of this webinar is to break the research down, discuss the most important factors for team performance, and provide easy-to-implement, practical strategies with big impacts. Kate Calnan, VP Strategy, Thinkwell Time 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location VIRTUAL April 10, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (NDT)

Using customer feedback to make data-driven product decisions

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Details The Talk Nabeel Ansar will talk about how using feedback management systems enabled his company to build 50% fewer features and scale audience growth from 19% to 26%. Nabeel and his team automated the collection and processing of customer feedback, which provided PMs with valuable user insights that allowed them to make more data-driven decisions. More on Nabeel Ansar Nabeel is a senior Product Manager at the Al Jazeera media network. He's built software that's in use by millions of consumers around the world. He's worked as a product manager for 8 years, and has experience in domains like Loyalty, FoodTech, E-commerce, Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Hospitality, Travel, Lifestyle, and GenerativeAI. He's grown multiple businesses over $1+ mm in his career. Schedule 🚪 5:30pm - doors open 🎤 6:00pm - Nabeel takes the mic 💬 6:30pm - Q&A & chat w/ other attendees 🏠 7:30pm - head home Food + Drink Pizza + non-alcoholic bevvies courtesy of Volta 🙏 Thursday, April 11, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM ADT 1800 Argyle St unit 801 1800 Argyle St unit 801 · Halifax, NS

Generative AI Showcase and Mixer

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Date and time Tue, Apr 16, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ADT Location Volta - 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 About this event 2 hours When: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St, Suite 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Description: Are you passionate about Generative AI and the future of Artificial Intelligence and its limitless possibilities? Join us for an evening of showcasing AI applications, knowledge sharing and collaboration at our Gen AI Mixer! Showcase: See folks demo their generative AI projects they are working on. Learn: Hear from professionals about how they are currently using Generative AI in production environments. Network: Connect with like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, students and enthusiasts in the Generative AI space. Agenda: 6:00 - Doors Open 6:25 - Introductions from the hosts 6:30 - Gen AI demos (stay tuned for list of demos) 7:30 - Wrap and Networking time 8:00 - Doors Close NOTE: If you are unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our team to better prepare for every event. By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to Volta to use your image in promotional and/or […]

Third Wednesday

The Cannery Kitchen & Social, The Atlantica Hotel 1980 Robie St, Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

It's Third Wednesday this week! Hope to see you at this month's Third Wednesday meetup from 5-7:30pm this Wednesday, April 17th, at the Cannery bar in the Atlantica Hotel. We'll have all the usual fun Halifax tech/media/marketing folks, our friends from Digital Nova Scotia, and our 30-second spots ~6pm. All welcome! PS: If you're feeling ill in any way then please DO NOT COME - we'll be back next month!

VIRTUAL WORKSHOP: Make Your Business More Sellable

TRAINING OVERVIEW: Make Your Business More Sellable Workshop is a full day training session. Please only register if you are 100% committed to fully participating in this training. This training is for members only. Future members interested in joining the Halifax Chamber of Commerce, please contact Jenn Kurmey at: jenn@halifaxchamber.com There are only 20 spaces available for this session – if the session is full, please add yourself to the waitlist, you will be contacted only if a spot opens up. The Make Your Business More Sellable Workshop is an interactive, sleeves-rolled-up session, dedicated to getting you back on track to gaining the freedom you deserve as a business owner while building out your end game that maximizes your price.  (And they aren’t mutually exclusive!) You'll learn: How to recognize when you've fallen into The Owner's Trap and the steps to take to pull yourself out; The three attributes of a scalable business model; The eight factors that drive the value of your business; The one kind of revenue that can triple the value of your business; The six forms of sustainable recurring revenue; The two essential elements of your marketing plan you need in order to avoid commoditization and costly price wars; The one question you […]

IP and Indigenous arts, knowledge, and cultural expression

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Date and time Wednesday, April 24 · 12 - 1pm ADT Location Volta - 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 About this event 1 hour Join us for lunch on Wednesday, April 24 and learn about the impact of intellectual property (IP) laws, regulations and norms on Indigenous arts, knowledge and cultural expressions. We’ll talk about the opportunities and challenges of various forms of IP in meeting Indigenous knowledge governance priorities. Our presenter will share valuable insights, practical tips, and real-life examples to help you make informed decisions. Speaker Kristan Belanger Kristan Belanger is a proud member of Glooscap First Nation. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, as well as a Juris Doctor from Dalhousie University. Currently pursuing a Masters of Information at Dalhousie, she is dedicated to promoting a holistic understanding of these interwoven fields. In her role with the Lnuwey Tplutaqan Wikuom (Indigenous Law Lodge), Kristan navigates the intersection of Indigenous knowledge, cultural expressions, and intellectual property, critically examining how Canadian intellectual property law affects Indigenous people today. Her work, framed by both academic and policy perspectives, is committed to fostering understanding and respect for Indigenous legal systems. She advocates for the […]

Annual State of the Municipality with Mayor Mike Savage – April 2024

Halifax Convention Centre 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us on Wednesday, April 25th at the Halifax Convention Centre to hear from Mayor Mike Savage on his final Annual State of the Municipality as Mayor of Halifax in partnership with the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. Hear Mayor Savage reflect on his transformative 12 years at the helm of our city, as well as to delve into discussions about the current surge in growth and paths towards the future. Thank you to presenting sponsor RBC. If you are a Halifax Partnership Investor, be sure to look for your preferred rate. DATE Thursday, April 25, 2024, 11:00am-1:30pm VENUE Halifax Convention Centre ADDRESS 1650 Argyle Street, South End B3J Nova Scotia Canada