March 28, 2024
We are beyond excited to introduce the latest additions to our dynamic team, Amin Zribi and Greg Dobson. Both bring fresh perspectives, innovative ideas and a shared passion for advancing the technology sector in our province, which is why we are thrilled to have them on board!
Amin steps into the role of Project Specialist within the Skills for Hire Atlantic team at DNS. With a robust background in academia, curriculum management, counselling and mentoring, Amin brings a wealth of unique experiences and expertise that truly enrich our growing team.
Greg joins DNS as our new Member Engagement Manager. He’s passionate about fostering relationships and giving back, and he brings a blend of skills in digital marketing, business development and account management. With Greg on our team, we’re confident his expertise will contribute to the continued growth and success of our organization.
Please continue reading to discover more about our new team members…
What excites you the most about the tech sector in Nova Scotia?
Technology is one of the main drivers towards economic growth in modern countries. Lessons learned, COVID showed us that societies and cultures have to adapt to the integration of the digital world into our life. We were calling the internet a virtual world, but it is becoming an essential part of our real world! My credo is that the future of Tech lies in its application to different domains, and new verticals will emerge in agriculture, health, transportation, etc. To this aim, companies involved in these different sectors should be connected to Tech companies. In my opinion, inter-sector collaboration will be the key to innovation and success! What excites me the most is that Digital Nova Scotia is a big driver that can create these connections! Moreover, there’s no doubt that the Tech sector is evolving fast in Nova Scotia, which requires a pool of Tech talents to scale faster. My second excitement comes from the fact that being a member of the Skills For Hire Atlantic project, I can contribute to sourcing the pool with new talents in cybersecurity and data analytics.
What’s your favorite way to spend a day off?
Being in Nova Scotia, I would say it depends on the weather ! With the changing weather, I’m getting used to having plans ready for different situations. I usually prefer outdoor activities. When it’s sunny, I love running in the beautiful Halifax neighborhood. My little daughter teached me how to skate, and I’m becoming a big fan of skating in the Oval. I usually enjoy family activities at home, especially playing Lego with my son. Sometimes, I spend time watching documentary TV programs related to history, engineering, and geography.
What’s something you’re passionate about that might surprise us?
Traveling ! I love discovering new countries and new cultures ! My past job allowed me to travel a lot. My wife usually tells me that I’m influenceable as after each trip I come with new resolutions and things to change in our day-to-day life. I try to understand the differences, and get inspired! This is my Learner attitude.
What three items you cannot live without (excluding food, water etc.)?
My drugs only! Maybe prefer having a smartphone and internet too.
Spring or Fall? Spring
Android or iPhone? Android
Comedy or Thriller? Thriller
Coffee or Tea? Coffee
Chocolate or Vanilla? Chocolate
Laptop or Desktop? Laptop
Breakfast or Dinner? Dinner
Early Bird or Night Owl? Transitioned from night owl to early bird after having kids.
Ocean or Lake? Sea
Fun fact: For my engineering degree, I suffered 2 undergraduate years studying deep Mathematics and Physics (called preparatory studies). I discovered next that 80% of these theoretical learnings were useless for Tech engineering practice!
What excites you the most about the tech sector in Nova Scotia? 
I love that our tech sector is somewhat of a hidden gem. There is so much innovation happening in our backyard that many Nova Scotians don’t even know about. From agricultural technology advancements to Healthcare developments that can tackle major issues, there is so much to be celebrated. I have a particular interest in how technology can be used for early detection in areas like heart health.
What’s your favourite way to spend a day off?
I love taking my daughters outside and watching them play. A stop in a record shop and some good food makes for the perfect day off.
What’s something you’re passionate about that might surprise us?
Inherited Heart Disease research fundraising with a focus in early detection in Arrythmogenic Right Ventricle Cardiomyopathy
What three items you cannot live without (excluding food, water etc.)?
My watch, my guitar, my phone