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Executive Lounge: Tariffs and International Trade

Digital Nova Scotia 1875 Upper Water St. Suite 201, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

This event is by invitation only. If you are interested in attending, please reach out to Derek at derek@digitalnovascotia.com.  – Join us for an exclusive, high-level executive event designed to connect with IT executives, senior leaders in tech, and government leaders to discuss about potential challenges with tariffs and international trade challenges. Through a mix of presentations, panel discussions, and open dialogue, IT leaders will gain valuable insights into international trade challenges, along with access to key resources and services for international business growth. This event is by invitation only and is limited to senior executives. Secure your spot today to be part of this important discussion. Spaces are limited.

Workshop: AI in the Workplace – A Practical Guide for Business Leaders

Join us as Symplicity Designs offers their 1-day training on AI in the Workplace, covering best practices on how to leverage its use in each core area of your business (Marketing, Sales, Operations, HR, and Leadership). This comprehensive training will provide current best practices and risk mitigation when employing artificial intelligence in a business setting, beginning with practical ground rules regarding AI’s use as a co-pilot. The training is designed to include every level of eagerness and reluctance in the face of AI, with hands-on activities, and open Q&A periods at the end of each section.

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Advanced Prompt Techniques for Customer-Centric Innovation and Problem Solving

This session combines advanced prompt techniques to elevate customer experiences, while sparking innovation across business challenges. Participants will learn how to craft prompts that not only engage and empathize with customers, but also inspire creative solutions to their evolving needs. By blending customer-centric prompts with problem-solving strategies, businesses can enhance interactions, quickly address pain points, and generate forward-thinking ideas that drive loyalty, trust, and growth. 3 key takeaways: Master Prompt Techniques for Enhanced Engagement: Learn how to design prompts that create empathetic, personalized interactions, transforming routine customer experiences into moments of genuine connection and trust. Unlock Innovative Problem-Solving Skills: Discover how to use strategic prompting to drive creative thinking, allowing teams to proactively address customer challenges and adapt solutions to emerging needs. Bridge Customer Insights with Business Growth: Gain practical skills to leverage customer feedback through AI, enabling data-driven innovation that not only solves current issues but also fosters long-term loyalty and competitive advantage. Meet your presenter: Nancy Eke-Agu CAITL ® , PMI-RMP ®, PMP ® is a dynamic leader in Artificial Intelligence with deep expertise in AI technologies, digital transformation, and AI-driven innovation. As Principal Consultant at JDZ Technology Consulting, she has led cutting-edge projects that leverage AI to solve complex business […]

Powering the Next Era of Cloud Security

The cloud security landscape is undergoing a transformative shift. As organizations navigate increasingly complex cloud environments, the need for comprehensive, integrated security solutions has never been more critical. Join Check Point CEO Nadav Zafrir and Wiz Co-Founder and CEO Assaf Rappaport, in collaboration with CheckMates, as they unveil a groundbreaking partnership that bridges the gap between cloud network security and Cloud Native Application Protection (CNAPP). During this webinar we’ll explore: The vision behind this strategic alliance and its impact on enterprise cloud security How deep technological integration delivers unified, holistic security solutions The future of cloud security and what it means for your organization Practical insights into implementing comprehensive cloud protection

Building Security Resiliency with Mariner

Learn how Mariner tackles complex cybersecurity challenges, gain insights from industry leaders like Beauceron Security and eSentire, and walk away with practical steps to strengthen your security posture. Whether you're looking to enhance threat detection, boost cybersecurity awareness, or measure success effectively, this session will equip you with the tools to protect your business in an evolving digital landscape.

EmpowerHER – Women’s Day Event

Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre 960 Tower Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

 Date: March 5 |  Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre No registration fee This event brings together trailblazing women from diverse industries to share their journeys of resilience, leadership, and innovation. Featured Speakers: Rashmi Prakash, CEO & Co-Founder, Aruna Revolution – Innovator in sustainable menstrual hygiene. Sayeda Nabila Mahabub, Senior Marketing Manager, TELUS – Leader in brand growth and financial literacy. Navdeep Parmanand, Founder, Celebrate Your Curves – Advocate for inclusivity in fashion and body positivity. Gain insights from trailblazing leaders, network with industry professionals, and enjoy complimentary food while building valuable connections.

Women’s Excellence Gala 2025

For the first time in Dalhousie’s history, the Women in Technology Society (WiTS) is hosting the Women’s Excellence Gala—a special evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women and non-binary individuals in tech and related fields. This landmark event brings together students, faculty, and industry professionals for a night of inspiration, recognition, and celebration. Be part of this exciting moment as we honor outstanding individuals, share inspiring stories, and celebrate success. Enjoy a delicious dinner, dance the night away, and explore innovative ideas that showcase talent and creativity. Date: March 6th, 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm Location: McInnes Room, Dalhousie Student Union Building Event Schedule: 5:00 PM – Doors Open & Pre-Event Social 6:00 PM – Opening Remarks & Celebratory Moments 6:30 PM – Awards & Recognition 7:00 PM – Dinner & Social 8:00 PM – Student Innovation and Idea Showcase 8:30 PM – Celebratory Moments & Closing Remarks 9:00 PM – DJ & Dance Join us for an evening of celebration, inspiration, and fun! Get your ticket today and be part of history! By purchasing this ticket you agree to this terms and conditions: I understand that an image and/or voice recording has been made of me and I hereby give WiTS […]

Expanding Your Influence: A UX Leader’s Journey

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

Moving into UX leadership requires more than just great design skills — it’s about influence, relationships, and strategic thinking. In this talk, Angela Duggan will share her journey from an individual contributor to VP, including key actions that helped her grow her career. She explores common fears and imposter syndrome, offering strategies to overcome them. Angela will also share practical tips on preparing for leadership, building strong professional relationships, and leveraging mentorship to support career growth. This session offers real-world insights for anyone looking to take the next step in their UX career.  Agenda 7:00 PM Doors open, networking time 7:15 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby 7:20 PM Expanding Your Influence: A UX Leader’s Journey with Angela Duggan 7:50 PM Q&A 8:15 PM Networking and wrap-up 8:30 PM Doors close Speaker Bio Angela Duggan is a user experience expert with over 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Starting as a web developer, she quickly moved into UX, specializing in B2B applications across web, desktop, and mobile. As the VP of User Experience at BeyondTrust, Angela grew the UX team from 3 to 30, driving a shift from siloed product teams to a unified, research-driven design culture. Passionate about UX advocacy and leadership, Angela excels at building strong […]

CWB – International Women’s Day

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 1919 Upper Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join the Centre for Women in Business for another International Women’s Day event on Friday morning, March 7th at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront. Grab a coffee and be in community with women-identifying and gender diverse business owners and their supporters at CWB’s largest annual event. Learn from other leaders as we celebrate together all that is happening in the incredible world of women entrepreneurs! Pricing $55 for members, $70 for non-members $550 for a table for members, $700 for a table for non-members $1700 for ‘Supporter of Women’ corporate table –  includes recognition Note: For the Supporter of Women corporate table option, please contact Colleen Ritchie at cwbmembership@msvu.ca Register now!

International Women’s Day at the Library

Halifax Central Library (BMO Community Room); 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax NS B3J 1E9 5440 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax Central Library Room 301 | Floor 3 Please join us to celebrate International Women's Day with a full roster of community partners, guests, and activities. Schedule of events: 1:00PM: Event Starts 1:15PM: Land acknowledgement and Opening 1:20-2:00PM: Resilience with Tia Upshaw 2:30-3:00PM: Learning how to use your SuperPowers with Linda Valencia 3:20-4:00PM: Confidence with Stephanie Cole-Brown 4:30-5:00PM: Closing Grounding Ritual with Jeannine Riant

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AI’s Role in Building Change Resilience

This one-hour webinar will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming Change Resiliency Programs, enhancing adaptability, decision-making, and employee engagement in dynamic business environments. 3 Key Takeaways: AI-driven analytics help organizations anticipate resistance, identify risks, and personalize change strategies for greater resilience. While AI automates workflows and decision-making, the human touch remains  crucial in fostering trust, engagement, and cultural transformation. Organizations must address AI biases, data privacy concerns, and employee  apprehensions to ensure fair, transparent, and responsible AI-driven change  initiatives. Meet Your Presenter: Jonathan Okwo is an experienced Change Management Practitioner in strategic, people-centric, structural, technological, and remedial change initiatives. His expertise lies in organizational development,  quality improvement, and Change Management. It extends to conducting training needs assessments, creating training materials,  and facilitating training sessions to prepare stakeholders for organizational changes and user adoption.

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Third Wednesday

Atlantica Hotel Halifax 1980 Robie St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us at Third Wednesday! Pop by and chat with Halifax's tech/media/marketing community at the Atlantica Hotel. Introduce yourself during the 30-second intro/opportunity spots, and meet a great group of interesting people to chat with. All welcome, no need to register!