Join us for our Excellence Series, a collection of lunch and learns designed to empower managers and leaders to be their very best! September 5: Talk on Excellence Discover what excellence truly means and learn how managers can achieve it in themselves and inspire it in others.
The Centre for Women in Business presents the "Grow Now Demo Hour: Celebrating Female-Led Tech Startups" At the heart of this event are five exceptional female-led tech startups, each ready to captivate you with their innovative solutions, creative thinking, and unwavering determination. Their lineup includes: 1. Pragmaclin Research Inc: Pioneering new frontiers in medical research and technology. 2. Keto Newfs: Revolutionizing health and wellness through cutting-edge nutritional solutions. 3. Nothing Cleaner: Redefining sustainability and clean living with their groundbreaking innovations. 4. Trippl: Transforming the way we explore and experience travel through advanced technology. 5. Pure Paint Labs: Unleashing the power of tech to create a new era of vibrant, eco-friendly paints. The Grow Now Demo Hour is not just an event – it's a celebration of ingenuity, resilience, and the incredible potential of female entrepreneurs in the tech realm. You will witness powerful pitches, engage in insightful Q&A sessions, and have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals who are shaping the future of technology. This is an unparalleled opportunity to support and amplify female voices in the tech startup ecosystem. The Centre for Women in Business believes that by coming together, we can inspire change, foster collaboration, and create […]
Learn what Scrum is and information on the upcoming DNS Next Level Skills Scrum Workshop In this one-hour online session, we will discuss what Scrum is and how your team can use it to get better results in team interaction and product delivery. Learn why more and more organizations are implementing Scrum, which is an Agile framework. Based on small teams and short iterations, Scrum gives a framework for achieving customer satisfaction, higher team morale and improved return on investment. We will give details on the Scrum Workshop given by DNS. 3 Takeaways Learn what is Scrum and how can it improve product delivery Get tips on beginning Scrum implementation in your organization Learn about the Scrum Workshop being given by DNS Meet Your Presenter.. Brenda Fay is an experienced Scrum and Agile trainer. Her experience in the information technology field gives her insight into how Scrum and Agile help teams work better together. Brenda has the Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Agile Certified Practitioner from the Project Management Institute (PMI-ACP), and Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications. Brenda is President of BrenDaniel Productions Corp., whose personnel have worked worldwide in project management and agile training and consulting support.
BioPort 2023 is back for its twenty second year, and it’s going to be more exciting than ever! Join us this year for the 22nd Annual BioPort Conference, organized by BioNova. We are excited to deliver another stellar agenda to foster learning, connections, networking, and a captivating exchange of everything life sciences happening in our community in Nova Scotia and across Atlantic Canada. BioPort is the annual gathering for professionals in the realms of the Life Sciences Community. It’s your go-to event when it comes to networking, partnering, education and all things Life Sciences. Whether you’re hungry for knowledge or eager to explore resources and partnerships, BioPort 2023 is the place to be. “Reimagining Life Sciences,” is our theme this year and we have curated an extraordinary day of learning, networking, and captivating discussions. We have assembled a lineup of exceptional speakers and panelists that you won’t want to miss. And here’s a little secret for you: we also have something brand new that we can’t wait for you to celebrate with us! Don't miss this opportunity to join Volta's CEO Matt Cooper, as the host for BioPort, for what promises to be an engaging session on pre-seed stage pitching!
What is disrupt? Disrupt is an information exchange designed to energize, inform and empower people in the HR field. Once in a while an event series is born that shakes things up, it makes you think differently, it leaves you inspired. That event is Disrupt HR. 14 speakers, 5 minutes each, and slides rotate every 15 seconds. Teach us something, but make it quick. If you're an HR professional or student, a CEO, a technologist, a community leader - Disrupt is the place. For the month of June they are donating the sales proceeds to the United Way Wildfire Recovery Appeal. https://disrupthr.co/city/halifax
Most of us have experience using a computer, whether for school, work, or entertainment, but how many of us have actually had an expert teach us how to use it? This talk won't teach you how to troubleshoot everything, but will give you insight to how media, programs and data are encoded and used by computers, so you can make more sense of why computers behave the ways they do, and solve some of your problems with greater efficiency and less frustration. We will provide an approachable overview of how a computer works, by both looking at their history and breaking one down to explain individual components, before highlighting some of the trade-offs to consider when buying a computer. We will provide practical, simple, and actionable advice on digital security and show you a few "pro tips" on how to make the most of your workstation, phone, or whatever device you happen to use. Whether you have a lot or a little experience using your digital technology, if you want to learn how to use your devices more effectively, this workshop is for you! This session will be delivered online. Participants must register using their institutional / organizational email address (not […]
Talking to other people is exhausting. Seeing yourself on a screen through every umm and uhh makes it excruciating. The greatest ideas, innovations, data, and initiatives can die before you even reach your “Questions” slide. If you are still processing traumas from being called to the front of the class, let this be part of your healing journey. This webinar, a presentation on presentations will help you enjoy the process of presenting, and get what you want out of your audience. 3 Takeaways 1. What the best format for presenting information to people 2. How you can ensure people stay engaged throughout your presentation 3. How to best deliver a presentation in a virtual space Meet your presenter.. Sam Archibald As the creative director, he brings a perspective from working as an art director, graphic designer and UX/UI designer with over 14 years of experience. Working with the provincial liquor board on their responsible consumption campaigns he knows how to craft a nuanced and persuasive message. Sam is also a director of Pride in Advertising & Marketing, a non-profit that promotes and celebrates LGBTQ+ people in the marketing and advertising world.
What is High Performance Computing (HPC) and what can it do for me? How can ACENET help? Used by researchers across many disciplines to tackle analyses too large or complex for a desktop, or to achieve improved efficiency over a desktop, this session takes participants through the preliminary stages of learning about high performance computing (HPC) and computing clusters, and how to get started with this type of computing. It then reviews software packages available for applications, data analysis, software development and compiling code. Finally, participants will be introduced to the concept of parallel computing to achieve much faster results in analysis. This session is designed for those with no prior experience in HPC, and are looking for an introduction and overview. This session will be delivered online. To get the most from ACENET basics, please register for a Digital Research Alliance of Canada (the Alliance) account. To register contact your supervising professor, ask for their CCRI, then visit https://ccdb.alliancecan.ca/account_application. If your professor is not registered with the Alliance, please have them register, then follow up with you. In addition to an Alliance account, you will want a computer with Windows, MacOS X, or a Unix-based operating system (not a ChromeBook), […]
Linux is the terminal interface used to enable you to use the ACENET and the Digital Research Alliance of Canada (the Alliance) HPC clusters from your desktop. It's the tool you need to get your data on the clusters, run your programs, and get your data back. In this session, learn how to get started with Linux, how to create and navigate directories for your data, load files, manage your storage, run programs on the computing clusters, and set file permissions. This workshop is designed for those with no prior experience in working with a terminal interface. This session will be delivered online. To get the most from ACENET basics, please register for an Alliance account. To register contact your supervising professor, ask for their CCRI, then visit https://ccdb.alliancecan.ca/account_application. If your professor is not registered with the Alliance, please have them register, then follow up with you. In addition to an Alliance account, you will want a computer with Windows, MacOS X, or a Unix-based operating system (not a ChromeBook), and a stable internet connection. A registered account is not mandatory, just recommended to get the most out of our lessons. You can attend the first session to see how ACENET […]
Join the Halifax Chamber and Tribe Network aboard the Ambassatours Gray Line's Kawartha Spirit for an evening of networking on the water on September 20th! This fun and unique experience offers attendees the chance to connect with other local business leaders while enjoying a scenic boat tour of the Kjipuktuk/Halifax Harbour. Each ticket includes 1 drink ticket, light refreshments and entertainment by a local musician, presented by Tribe Network - stay tuned for the artist announcement! All aboard! *Tribe members receive an exclusive discount for this event - email us to find out more. Seats are limited, so act fast. About Ambassatours Gray Line Ambassatours Gray Line is one of Canada’s premier sightseeing tour companies. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the company has operated land and water tours for over 30 years in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. As an elite Gray Line provider, Ambassatours creates and delivers memorable, world caliber traveler experiences in its many destinations. About Tribe Network Tribe Network is a community of racialized people pursuing entrepreneurship and innovation in Canada. They support their members in accessing relevant resources, opportunities and networks to help them thrive.
Take a break from back-to-school at our Third Wednesday meetup on Wednesday, September 20th! Network with some great folks from Halifax's tech/media/marketing community! PS: If you're feeling ill then please do not come - we'll be around next month - thanks!
This workshop is designed for either new HPC users who are familiar with working in a Linux environment, but have not had experience with shell scripting, or for experienced users seeking to get more out of shell scripting. Shell scripting helps you save time, automate file management tasks, and better use the power of Linux. This session teaches you how to name, locate and set permissions for executable files, taking input and producing output. You will learn about job scripts, shell variables and looping commands. This session will be delivered online. In order to get the most from the session, participants are strongly encouraged to have a Digital Research Alliance of Canada/ACENET account and to bring a laptop to do the exercises. To register contact your supervising professor, ask for their CCRI, then visit https://ccdb.alliancecan.ca/account_application. If your professor is not registered with the Alliance, please have them register, then follow up with you. In addition to an Alliance account, you will want a computer with Windows, MacOS X, or a Unix-based operating system (not a ChromeBook), and a stable internet connection. A registered account is not mandatory, just recommended to get the most out of our lessons. You can attend the […]
