Past Events from April 26 – May 9 – Page 2 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

LUNCHEON: Keeping the Momentum Growing – The Road to 2 Million

Lord Nelson Hotel 1515 South Park St, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Keynote with Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, Jill Balser With a population of over one million people, Nova Scotia is growing quickly. The goal? To reach two million people by 2060. The Province of Nova Scotia wants to be strategic in this growth to build on the momentum we've been experiencing since 2015 provincewide, particularly here in Halifax. Leading the effort is Minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration, Jill Balser. On June 23, please join us for a lunch and learn to learn more about how the Province is working to grow the population, attract the skilled workers we need most, address labour shortages, and make sure people feel welcome and stay. Reaching the goal of two million will take a team effort, come find out how your business can benefit and be part of the team. Presented by: Minister of Labour, Skills, and Immigration Jill Balser The Honourable Jill Balser was born and raised in Digby. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology from the University of New Brunswick Saint John and a postgraduate diploma in Sport and Event Marketing from George Brown College. She is working toward completing her Master's Degree in Community Development. Minister […]

Supplier Diversity in Atlantic Canada: Expert Panel

Online

We are witnessing unprecedented disruptions in supply chains around the globe and Canada is not an exception. Almost all sectors are diligently focusing on innovation, security, nearshoring and yes, even diversity and inclusion, creating new opportunities for women-owned businesses to grow and succeed. To be clear: they need YOU and your innovative solutions now more than ever before! This is why WBE Canada is partnering with the Centre for Women in Business to host a virtual webinar focusing on supplier diversity in Atlantic Canada and how women-owned businesses can navigate through these procurement opportunities and help shape companies in the post-pandemic economy. Join us to learn… Real life examples from corporate and government supply chains with commitment to supplier diversity Actionable tips and recommendations to help your business land more deals with big brands Your questions answered Date: June 23, 2022 Time: 2:00 – 3:30 pm AT | 1:00 – 2:30 pm ET Format: online – Zoom Claim your FREE seat and be part of the growing success of supplier diversity! REGISTER HERE! For more information: https://wbecanada.ca/event/supplier-diversity-in-atlantic-canada-expert-panel/ Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VXL8CXHjSHWBL1LldiRPaw

STEM Connector @ the PIER

The PIER 1209 Marginal Rd, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join STEM Connector to network, celebrate our rebranding, and learn about the free flash mentorship program through DeepSense and Surge. About this event After two years of online meetings, let's re-connect in person! Join local students and industry professionals in the first STEM Connector networking event. Take time to make new connections, grow your network, and refresh yourself with local treats as we celebrate the rebranding of STEM Connector, formerly known as the DeepSense X SURGE Industry Mentorship Program. The event kicks off at 4pmADT and runs till 6pmADT, drop in at any point during that time for networking and refreshments. STEM Connector Program STEM Connector is a free program that uses a flash mentorship model to provide short-term but meaningful connections with mentors to work on specific skills in your field. STEM Connector is run through the MentorCity online platform, where you can choose your own mentor for short-term mentorship, schedule meeting times, chat and collaborate with people across the STEM spectrum. If you haven’t already, make sure you sign up for STEM Connector today: https://deepsense.ca/mentorship/ Location The PIER is a sector-focused living lab for port innovation, planning and strategy established by the Halifax Port Authority. Located at the […]

Tribe Network Huddle: Principles of Entrepreneurship

Online

Are you thinking about starting a business? In this workshop, we’re going back to basics to help you get started with your idea. Other speakers are joining as well to share their expertise, so stay tuned for more info! The workshop will include discussion/overview of Basic overview of legal structures Important areas about budgeting and accounting Business planning basics Building a holistic business

Designing digital products people love!

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Details Summer is here at last! Time to ditch those jackets, get outside and enjoy the sun, AND join our first in-person meetup in 3 years! We are super excited to see you all again IRL soon! Join us on July 7th (Thursday) as we listen to Jamie Gerrard, a UX consultant and Haligonian, as he talks about taking a people-first approach to designing websites, mobile apps, and other digital products. Jamie's industry experience spans over 18 years and includes private and public sectors, startups, and Fortune 500 companies in the telecommunications, financial, education, government, hospitality, and travel & tourism industries. In the past, he has held several senior leadership positions, including Design Principal, Director of Product & Marketing, Director of User Experience, and Digital Strategist. Connect with him: https://www.jamiegerrard.com There will be time for some Q&A and networking. This is a FREE event thanks to our friends at Volta.

Check Point Infinity – Defining the modern cyber security architecture (AMER)

Online

About this talk How to secure your organization’s infrastructure and data in the most efficient way and at the lowest cost? Recent global market conditions and trends in information security underscore the importance of organizations employing a consolidation strategy. Security practitioners can reduce the complexity of their organizations’ security infrastructure simply by consolidating the number of vendors’ solutions they employ. In the process, security efficiency and the overall threat prevention profile of their organization will be improved. Adopting an active threat prevention approach enables organizations to block attacks before they can cause damage to their systems. With the increase in the sophistication of attacks, volume, and speed, relying on detection-only technology and human remediation can be disastrous. For security teams to react in real-time to prevent cyberattacks and minimize the damage to their organization; a single view of the entire environment is needed to improve visibility and control. Only a centrally managed security infrastructure eliminates visibility silos and helps improve defenses. During this webinar, case studies and strategies will be presented to demonstrate how to enforce threat prevention and optimize your security footprint.

Virtual Event | Exploring Sustainable Tourism in Nova Scotia

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Join Acadia University Department of Community Development professor Dr. John Colton, tourism development specialist Shannon Guihan ('02) and adventurist Dave Greene ('08, '16) virtually on June 27, 7-8 p.m. ADT as we explore sustainable tourism in Nova Scotia and beyond. Moderated by Executive Director, Alumni Affairs Oonagh Proudfoot ('93, '06), this conversation is bound to set your sails in the right direction as we enter another tourism season. Presenter bios: Shannon Guihan ('02) A tourism development specialist, Shannon has more than 15 years of international experience working at multiple levels of tourism development and delivery. She has worked in travel delivery and as a consultant. In her role as Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of TreadRight for The Travel Corporation (TTC), a family of 40 travel brands operating worldwide, Shannon leads the development and implementation of the group’s five-year sustainability strategy and climate action plan. Shannon also oversees the TreadRight Foundation, TTC’s not-for-profit dedicated to supporting projects under the foundation's three pillars of planet, people and wildlife globally. Shannon presents regularly at and participates in key industry forums and special committees. In 2018 she was recognized by Canadian Traveller magazine as a Top 40 under 40 in the Canadian travel […]

DataOps Summit 2022

Online

Join the DataOps Summit, Canada for a One-day virtual event focused on advancing leadership perspectives for DataOps. We invite everyone to be part of this journey to create, evolve, and improve DataOps practices.Opportunities to Sponsor, create white papers, build community leadership perspective, participate in experiential learning workshops, gamification workshops,Insights on methodologies for future product and evolution of DevOps & DataOps together “DataOps is next-generation imperative of DevOps” – Capital Carbon Consulting

Business is Jammin’ Networking event

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

This networking event is an opportunity for young Black entrepreneurs and small business owners to meet and connect with one another. About this event Whether you are entrepreneurs, small business owners, legal or medical professional, in the finance, real estate or entertainment industry - this networking event will offer the perfect occasion to expand your business, social or enterprise contacts.