Unless you're out frolicking in a field with your robot friends in celebration of Spring, don't miss Halifax Third Wednesday THIS Wednesday, May 17th, 5-7:30pm at the Atlantica bar. A great group of tech/media/marketing folks, Digital Nova Scotia, and lots of fun - see you there!
Have you ever experienced tension between your Sales and Marketing teams? Or struggled to give proper attribution to each team for the Leads that come through your Pipeline? Join us this Thursday, May 18th for a panel discussion featuring industry experts with impressive RevOps backgrounds. Our group of experts includes Ursula Ayrout, Jordan Henderson, Stephanie Chang of Okta and CloudKettle's CEO Greg Poirier. They will share: personal experiences and insights into what has worked and what hasn't when it comes to attribution if/why attribution even matters strategies to overcome conflicts how to optimize efforts for better results Can't attend the live panel? No problem. Register now and receive the full recording right to your inbox after the session. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best and make peace between your Sales and Marketing teams.
Join Digital Nova Scotia and Beyond Trust on May 18th for our FREE in-person Member Mixer! Come and meet DNS members new and old, we also invite those curious about what it’s like to be a DNS member to attend and learn more! Please note, space is limited please register to confirm your attendance AGENDA 5:00pm Reception: encouraging people to have some snacks and drinks 5:30pm Opening Remarks 6:00pm Networking 7:00pm Wind Down: Closing remarks
We all wake up with good ideas, but many are not able to make them great, successful and profitable businesses. Get some tips about what are the major challenges that Startups are facing, and learn what it takes to properly manage and scale your business idea. Get tips about what makes a good entrepreneur, and learn about the important elements for a successful pitch to attract investors. Finally, you will learn as well about how to plan for your exit strategy. 3 Key Takeaways 1. The traits that a successful entrepreneur should have 2. How to structure a successful investment pitch 3. How to plan for your exit strategy Meet Your Presenter... Marc is an expert in Corporate Strategy, Commercial Operations, Marketing & Sales Strategy coupled with a solid understanding of Corporate Finance, Strategic Investment and Leadership. As the founder of Strategy Up he is now assisting his clients by providing consulting services in Strategic Planning, Corporate and Commercial Strategy within the Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) industry.
We will walk through a framework of how to identify the top areas you should improve in your business. Then we will look at the different categories of options available and the most common ways those are solved. For those more unique instances, we will discuss low-code technology and how it can make custom solutions available for your business. 3 Key Takeaways Identify the Top 2-4 Areas in Your Business to Optimize Learn about several valuable existing solutions for optimizing them Reflect on the possibility of using custom-low-code to solve your unique problems Meet your presenter... Alex Pezzutto: CEO and Founder of Stayshure 7x founder, 2 exits, experience in trades, low-code, education, and marketplace tech startups. Alex leads StayShure, a rapid software development agency that offers fractional CTO services.
The Pitch Competition is an excellent opportunity to practice your three-minute pitch, fine-tune your deck, and get feedback from peers and industry experts. You will gain valuable experience presenting to investors, and potential early adopters. Plus, you never know who may be tuning in to watch! The Pitch Competition is open to Volta Residents, Network Members and anyone from the tech community in Atlantic Canada. Each competition will have a judging panel, comprised of entrepreneurs and community leaders. Judges will focus on the quality and content of the presentation, not the viability of the business. The Pitch Competition is an excellent opportunity to practice your three-minute pitch, fine-tune your deck, and get feedback from peers and industry experts. You will gain valuable experience presenting to investors, and potential early adopters. Plus, you never know who may be tuning in to watch! The Pitch Competition is open to Volta Residents, Network Members and anyone from the tech community in Atlantic Canada. Each competition will have a judging panel, comprised of entrepreneurs and community leaders. Judges will focus on the quality and content of the presentation, not the viability of the business. The winning pitch will receive: $500 Visa gift card Their name […]
Do you like pizza and good conversation? Join the Volta team and your fellow community members to connect over some delicious pizza and beverages. We hope to see you there! Notes: If you're unable to attend an event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our events 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 marketing materials.
Are you leveraging micro-credentials when assessing job candidates or developing existing talent? Interested in frameworks that increase trust in micro-credential courses? ICTC invites you to participate in an in-person roundtable discussion on May 26th in Halifax! Event Details: Lifelong learning is increasingly viewed as a “must” vs. a “nice-to-have” in today’s digital economy, and micro-credentials are one way for learners to beef up their skills and competencies. However, the sheer volume of options and different standards associated with the micro-credential ecosystem makes it challenging for learners to confidently select training pathways that will give them the skills employers seek. To address this challenge, ICTC is leading research that is part of a multi-sector initiative to define, develop, and validate a micro-credential framework. On May 26th, ICTC is bringing together a group of Halifax’s digital economy leaders to share their perspectives on micro-credentials, including how they can be designed and deployed to address real-life labour market needs. Agenda 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Registration and refreshments 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Small group discussion: labour market needs and micro-credential value-add 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM Refreshment break 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Small group discussion: designing and deploying micro-credentials 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM Event wrap-up and networking We know your […]
Innovative, high-growth Canadian employers in all sectors are experiencing a labour shortage: a lack of workers with the unique and specialized skills to do specific jobs. But there is a solution: the Global Skills Strategy is specifically designed to help fill this gap by bringing foreign workers with these skills to Canada in a timely manner. What options and benefits does the Global Skills Strategy offer? Who qualifies for it? Does it really work? Join McInnes Cooper Immigration Lawyers Sarah McInnes and David Nurse, with real-life examples about the Global Skills Strategy shared by our special guest, Dane George, Rayleigh Solar Tech Co-founder & CEO, for a virtual roundtable conversation about how to put Canada’s Global Skills Strategy to work for you.
Join Dalhousie University for a free webinar on sustainable energy technologies for Atlantic Canada, where they will explore the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field of renewable energy. This webinar is designed for energy professionals, policymakers, and community leaders who are interested in advancing the transition to a sustainable Net-Zero future. During this interactive session, our speaker and invitees will discuss a range of topics, including: •The latest developments in renewable energy technologies, including solar and wind generation facilities •Fundamentals of the integration of renewable energy into the existing grid and infrastructure •Opportunities and challenges for renewable energy in Atlantic Canada, including regulatory and policy frameworks, community engagement, and financing options •Best practices for sustainable energy planning and implementation, based on real-world case studies and examples Whether you are a seasoned energy professional or just starting to explore the possibilities of sustainable energy, this webinar is a great opportunity to get introduced to the field and gain valuable insights into the future of renewable energy in Atlantic Canada.
Canadians Connected, CIRA’s premier event series for internet aficionados is hitting the road in 2023 and we’re headed to the east coast—Halifax to be exact! Join CIRA IRL on Wednesday, May 31 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ADT at The Cable Wharf. We’ll enjoy an evening of cocktails, nibbles, networking, a pop-up shopping experience from local .CAs and more! We’ll also hear from the who’s who of the Canadian internet space, learning how we can build a resilient internet in Canada. Register now to attend—it’s free, but we need you to RSVP! The details: What: Canadians Connected: Halifax, an event bringing together internet stakeholders for networking and learning opportunities. Treat yourself to an evening of free drinks, treats, entertainment and more. Who: You’ll hear from Canadian internet stakeholders advancing internet resilience including the Nova Scotia Digital Service and Atlantic IXP. We’ll also hear from local businesses (including Cheerfetti, Woods(wo)man, Osha Mae, and Nimbus Publishing) on why .CA was the best choice for their business. These companies will be available to provide entrepreneurial insights throughout the event and will be selling their goods and services on site. Sweet deal, eh? When: Wednesday, May 31, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ADT Where*: The Cable Wharf,1751 […]
On June 1, Halifax Partnership will be releasing the annual Halifax Index 2023, presented by TD Bank Group. Register now to join them for a comprehensive report on Halifax’s annual economic and community progress. Eagerly anticipated, the Index will track Halifax’s vital signs across seven major themes: people, labour, investment, real estate, communities, affordability, and living in Halifax. Halifax Partnership will also provide an update on the progress of People. Planet. Prosperity. Halifax’s Inclusive Economic Strategy for 2022-27. Agenda 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Registration, breakfast, networking 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Presentations and discussions Halifax Convention Centre, Argyle Suite
