Events

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 […]

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 […]

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

Date: April 25, 2024 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Location: Online Webinar runs from 1:00 - 2:00pm ADT  /  1:30 - 2:30pm NDT Each September TAP Network releases the Canadian Tech Sector Salary and Total Rewards Survey which encompasses 30,000 data points from its 200+ member companies across Canada. In the past 2 years Canada’s tech sector has experienced an extreme swing from the "great resignation" and a struggle to retain talent to a cooling period, with many companies forced to take cost cutting measures. All of this came on top of the highest inflation rates in decades. Yet despite these fluctuations in the tech job market, specialized talent remains hard to find. Where did tech sector salaries land and what are the trends in compensation and benefits offerings? Is remote work changing workplace benefits in the sector? What positions remain in demand and how do you compete? Join TAP Network for an insightful, data driven conversation and learn about: Salary movement across the tech subsectors, from VFX to hardware design, development and manufacturing Voluntary turnover rates over the past 5 years Which jobs saw the largest salary increases in 2023 TAP Network’s drive to produce comprehensive Atlantic Canada tech sector compensation data and more! […]

Date and time Tuesday, April 30 · 4 - 5:30pm ADT Location Online About this event 1 hour 30 minutes When: Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 4:00pm - 5:30pm Where: Virtual via Zoom (link will be sent to you via Eventbrite at 10:00am on Tuesday, April 30, 2024) Description: In today's digital landscape, relying solely on social media platforms for marketing can be risky business. Join us for an immersive interactive workshop where we'll dive into innovative strategies to expand your tech startup's online presence beyond the confines of social media marketing. Throughout this session, you'll discover the importance of diversifying your marketing efforts to mitigate risks and tap into a broader audience base. We'll uncover the pitfalls of solely depending on social media platforms and explore how diversification can safeguard your brand's growth and sustainability. We'll also look at emerging trends and tools to empower you to stay ahead of the curve and adapt. Learning Outcomes: Understand the importance of diversifying marketing strategies to mitigate risks and reach a broader audience. Identify the risks of relying solely on social media platforms for marketing efforts. Learn how to implement and leverage each tactic effectively to maximize visibility, engagement, and brand growth. Gain […]