Past Events from February 23, 2022 – May 24, 2022 – Digital Nova Scotia – Leading Digital Industry

Halihax February Virtual Event

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About this event As we've seen, there has been a significant shift in the market (eg "the great resignation" among others), as a result both companies and employees are having to adapt to a very interesting hiring market. In light of this we're going to discuss: building a resume, going through the interviews process and landing that perfect role in todays world; it's going to be a night about growing and adapting. Our panelists all have varying experiences in interviewing, job searching, making the daunting seem attainable, and are here to debate and discuss these fast-paced changes, so you don't have to! This is going to be an exciting and jam-packed panel that you don't want to miss. Come check it out to get your career growth questions answered.

How to Take Advantage of Rising Tech Valuations

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Want to know what changing valuations could mean for your company? Join BDC's Brenda Slauko, Regional Director, Technology Industry and Michelle Scarborough, Managing Partner, Strategic Investments and Women in Technology Venture Fund, to discuss the effects of rising business valuations in 2021 have had on raising equity and financing for entrepreneurs. We will also be joined by Stephany Lapierre, Founder and CEO of TealBook as well as Mike Wilson, Founder and CEO of DrugBank, who will share how they scaled up their business and grew their company value. Why should you participate in this discussion Explore how to unlock additional capital to invest in growth, R&D, M&A, cybersecurity, and hiring and retention. Discover the strategies you should put in place to take advantage of changes in tech valuations. Find out what evolving values mean for raising debt and equity. Learn about the potential pitfalls of high valuations.

WTWT: Negotiating your Worth

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Join us on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 at 4:00pm ADT Negotiating your Worth – Encouraging women in tech to confidently say “Show me the Money". About this event When: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm ADT Where: via Zoom (you will receive a link with your confirmation) Description: Studies show women are more likely than men to underestimate their professional worth and are less likely to negotiate salary or ask for a well-deserved pay increase. This has a huge impact on our disposable income, quality of life, retirement savings and even our overall health and stress levels. Join us to learn how to: Evaluate your money mindset Calculate your professional value The art of making an assertive ask Red flags a company is not treating you fairly and possibly never will Facilitator: Genevieve MacInnis is known for her strategic thinking and her ability to connect with individuals across all levels of the organization. She is highly skilled at asking thought provoking questions and having candid conversation to address tough issues. Her style is dynamic, stimulating change by helping others learn how to be more self-aware, practice conscious leadership and build authentic relationships based on honesty and trust. Genevieve […]