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Women in Tech Career Lab

Empower and celebrate women in tech! March 13-14, 2024 This March 13 & 14, we’re bringing together voices of our esteemed women experts from across CGI in Canada for an enlightening exchange of ideas and experiences!   These accomplished women leaders are set to share their wealth of knowledge, experiences, and insights, covering a range of pivotal topics from personal branding to the latest  tech innovation.At CGI, we're deeply committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning. We can't wait for you to join us and add to the richness of this experience. Let's make this event a milestone in our journey towards empowerment and career fulfillment. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity, register today!   March 13 Building & elevating your personal brand 11:30am – 12:30pm EST How women can take their place in tech 12:30pm – 1:30pm EST Impactful allyship: navigating & empowering change together 1:30pm – 2:30pm EST Seizing opportunities: mapping your career success 2:30pm – 3:30pm EST March 14 The power of mentorship & sponsorship 11:30am – 12:30pm EST Leading women in AI 12:30pm – 1:30pm EST How to ROCK your job application 1:30pm – 2:30pm EST Building networking wealth 2:30pm – 3:30pm EST Our speakers […]

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Expert Series — Strategic Planning: Seeing the Forest for the Trees

Online

Strategic planning is a critical, but often flawed process for many companies – especially those in high-growth mode. This workshop will dissect some common pitfalls that leaders make during their strategic planning process and how to avoid them. We’ll take a kaleidoscope view of varying stakeholder perspectives on the strategic planning process and examine techniques and considerations for how to encompass those perspectives to maximize the effectiveness and buy-in of your strategic plan. In this workshop, you'll learn: Become aware of common pitfalls to avoid in the strategic planning process; How to take a multi-stakeholder approach to strategic planning to ensure success and buy-in and; Communication strategies to support organizational understanding and adoption of your strategic plan. Meet your facilitator: Mary Jane (MJ) Leslie, Founder & Principal Consultant, Chapter 3 Ltd.  MJ is the owner of Chapter 3 Ltd., a consulting company that specializes in helping start-up companies and small businesses overcome obstacles and achieve growth objectives. With a background in communications and a career spent building start-up companies, MJ works with clients to identify gaps and improve business operations within marketing, client care, sales operations, and communications.

WORKSHOP: Make Your Business More Sellable

Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd, Dartmouth NS B3B 1N1 Halifax Chamber of Commerce Building 32 Akerley Blvd, Dartmouth NS, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

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 need to […]

FREE TRAINING: Website Design

Online

The Halifax Chamber of Commerce is working hard to provide our members with resources, information and value. We are pleased to offer a round of FREE online training programs to help grow your business in collaboration with the Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration. This program is offered to businesses, managers, and employees at zero cost as a benefit of your membership. TRAINING OVERVIEW: Website Design training is a 10 week program that will start on, Tuesday, January 23, 2024 and take place once per week every TUESDAY from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. These training sessions are in high demand with our members. Please consider your schedule beforehand and only register if you are 100% committed to fully participating in this training. This is a 40 hour course and you will be required to participate in 80% of the sessions in order to receive the certificate Preference will be given to members. Future members interested in joining, please contact Jenn Kurmey, Membership Sales Manager: jenn@halifaxchamber.com There are only 12 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. We are limiting this training to 1 employee representative per membership in order to allow more members the […]

Quick Start Guide to Digital Accessibility for Nova Scotia Businesses Launch

Nova Scotia businesses use digital materials and media, such as websites, PDF documents, videos, etc., so their customers and the public, can get information, ask questions, and purchase goods and services. Making this space more accessible for people with different disabilities is crucial. In this lunch, Lisa Snider from Access Changes Everything Inc. will present survey results from the recent Nova Scotia Business Online Accessibility Survey. In this survey, Nova Scotians with disabilities, and those who support us, shared their lived experiences, when accessing Nova Scotia business related digital media and materials, such as websites, PDF documents, videos, etc. These ‘first voice’ results were used to help form the free Quick Start Guide to Digital Accessibility for Nova Scotia Businesses. At this Power Lunch, the tips in this Quick Start Guide will be presented. Thank you to the Nova Scotia government for funding this project through the Business ACCESS-Ability grant. What you can expect to learn: The current digital accessibility landscape in Nova Scotia, as shared by Nova Scotians with disabilities, and those who support us. Where to download the free Quick Start Guide to Digital Accessibility. Tips from the Guide, based on the survey results, that will help you start to make your […]

Podcasting Power: The Why’s and How’s of Podcasting for Your Business

Date: March 20 Time: 11:30 am - 01:00 pm Organizer IGNITE Atlantic Venue IGNITE Yarmouth 208 Main Street Yarmouth 🎙️ Join us Wednesday March 20th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm for an exploration into the world of podcasting with Wade Cleveland, the charismatic host of IGNITED the Podcast! Designed for entrepreneurs and small businesses, this event is your gateway to unlocking the secrets of leveraging podcasts for business success. Wade Cleveland will unravel the power of podcasting, sharing valuable insights on what you need to know about integrating this dynamic medium into your business strategy. From the basics to advanced tips and tricks, Wade will guide you through the transformative potential of podcasts, providing a roadmap for elevating your brand and connecting with your audience in a meaningful way. Admission is free, and a light lunch will be provided. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to ignite your business through the art of podcasting! Secure your spot now.

March Break Escape Social

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

When: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle Street, Suite 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Description: Couldn't get away during March break or just looking to beat the winter blues? Put on your best hawaiian shirt and come embrace the vibrancy of the Caribbean at our upcoming social. Indulge in delicious caribbean snacks from Brawta or seas the day at our candy bucket bar Be sure to register to save your spot and come have a ball at Volta. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Third Wednesday

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

March on down to the Cannery at the Atlantica Hotel for some tech/media/marketing fun with Digital Nova Scotia & friends. If you’re not away on break then we hope to see you after work on Wednesday, March 20, 2023 for Halifax’s longest-running tech meetup - all welcome! PS: If you’re feeling ill in any way then please DO NOT COME – we’ll be back next month!

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Talking Tech: Healthcare in 2024 and beyond

Join us for a panel discussion hosted by Digital Nova Scotia, featuring healthcare experts and innovators from Atlantic Canada. The panel will shine light on the role of technology in revolutionizing healthcare. Discover the latest advancements, explore collaborative opportunities in healthcare for tech professionals, and gain insights into the future of healthcare. Meet our Panelists: Mark Opauszky | CEO, Sparrow BioAcoustics Dr. Gail Tomblin Murphy | VP, Research, Innovation and Discovery and Innovation Partnership and NS Health Innovation Hub Will Collins | BioInnovation Director, Brilliant Labs Dr. Emily Johnston Clinical | Pharmacist, Department of Orthopedic Surgery at the Halifax Infirmary | Innovation Champion, Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub

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Expert Series — Mastering Organizational Change Management

Mastering Organizational Change Readiness Assessment, Foundations of Transformation Success Thursday, March 21 @ 10 am — 12 pm Unpack the concept of change readiness and its critical role in steering organizational transformations toward success. Learn why preparing for change is as important as implementing it. Understand the Concept of Change Readiness Assessment for Projects; How to conduct a thorough change readiness assessment and; Translate assessment results into actionable insights for project planning.   Meet your facilitators: Oge Nwachukwu & Marsha South Oge Nwachukwu, with over a decade of expertise in Business Analysis, Project Management, and Org. Change Management has successfully led process and digital transformation projects for diverse organizations. She channels her extensive experience to empower professionals, including those without prior tech backgrounds, to start and thrive in non-technical roles in the technology space across various domains and industries. Passionate about fostering success, Oge is dedicated to contributing to the eighth Sustainable Development Goal (SDG): promoting sustainable economic growth, productive employment, and decent work for all. Marsha South brings over 15 years of expertise, establishing herself as a seasoned Change Professional known for her dedicated and results-oriented approach. She excels in guiding organizations through transformative change, placing a strong emphasis on […]

The Business of UX

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Explore the significant impact of UX on customer and employee satisfaction, brand perception, and overall business success while emphasizing the importance of adapting UX strategies for diverse global markets and how to avoid common mistakes in UX strategy. Key Takeaways How UX impacts customer and employee satisfaction, brand perception, and business success. Adapting UX strategies to cater to diverse global markets and how to avoid common UX strategy mistakes. Exploration of how emerging technologies are shaping the future of UX. Date and time Thu, Mar 21, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ADT Location Volta, 1800 Argyle St. Suite 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8

FREE TRAINING: Website Design

Online

The Halifax Chamber of Commerce is working hard to provide our members with resources, information and value. We are pleased to offer a round of FREE online training programs to help grow your business in collaboration with the Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration. This program is offered to businesses, managers, and employees at zero cost as a benefit of your membership. TRAINING OVERVIEW: Website Design training is a 10 week program that will start on, Tuesday, January 23, 2024 and take place once per week every TUESDAY from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. These training sessions are in high demand with our members. Please consider your schedule beforehand and only register if you are 100% committed to fully participating in this training. This is a 40 hour course and you will be required to participate in 80% of the sessions in order to receive the certificate Preference will be given to members. Future members interested in joining, please contact Jenn Kurmey, Membership Sales Manager: jenn@halifaxchamber.com There are only 12 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. We are limiting this training to 1 employee representative per membership in order to allow more members the […]