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Tech Start Up Panel 2.0

Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 127 6056 University Avenue Halifax, NS B3H 1W5 Goldberg Computer Science Building Room 127 6056 University Avenue Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hear from panelists working at local tech start ups about their journey and experience so far! As part of a start up series, Dalhousie Faculty of Computer Science are hosting their second Tech Start Up Panel in collaboration with Shiftkey Labs and Volta on August 22nd from 5:30pm-7:30pm. There are endless possibilities of where your computer science degree can take you. Curious to know what it is like working at a tech start up? Then this event is for you! Hear and learn from panelists about their experience working at a tech start up. Check out our panelists: Alex Plumb : Full Stack Developer at Side Door Carl Mattatall : IoT Solutions Architect at Rimot Harrison Smith : Junior Machine Learning Engineer at ReelData What to expect: 5:30-6:00 - Refreshments 6:00-6:20- Opening remarks 6:20-7:30 - Moderated Q/A panel Who can attend: Open to all students in computer science programs across universities and colleges in Nova Scotia and young professionals/new graduates. Questions? Email: A.Shrestha@dal.ca

Volta Virtual Ocean Tech Pitch Competition powered by Boast & Start-Up Yard

Nova Scotia, Canada

Description: The Ocean Tech Pitch Competition hosted by Volta 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, Start-Up Yard Residents, Network Members and anyone from the tech community in Atlantic Canada with a focus on ocean tech. Each competition will have a judging panel, comprised of entrepreneurs and community leaders. Judging will be based on the pitch, business idea, and will focus on presentation quality and content. The winning pitch will receive : $500 Visa gift card Their name engraved on Volta’s Pitch Competition trophy Ready to pitch? Apply here by 11:59pm, on Tuesday, August 8 for your chance to take the virtual stage. Notes: If you're unable to attend an event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows the Volta events team to better prepare for every event. NOTE: By attending this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed, and give permission to Volta, Boast and Invest Nova Scotia to use your image in […]

Volta Community Social – End of Summer Pizza Party

Score Pizza 1646 Barrington Street Halifax, NS B3J 2A3 Score Pizza 1646 Barrington Street Halifax, NS, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join Volta on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 4:00pm to connect with your fellow community members over some pizza and beverages. Description: We hope your summer has been a slice! Join the Volta team and your fellow community members to connect over some delicious pizza and beverages as we savour the last days of summer. Volta hopes to see you there! Notes: If you're unable to attend an event please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows their 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.

WTWT: How to Stand Out and Navigate Social Media for Your Business in 2023

Online

Description: Are you a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur looking to leverage the power of social media to grow your business? In today's digital landscape, social media skills are essential for effectively reaching and engaging with your target audience. This workshop is designed to equip small business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees with the knowledge and strategies needed to harness the potential of social media marketing. Whether you're new to social media or seeking to enhance your current efforts, this workshop will provide you with actionable insights to elevate your online presence and drive real business results. By the end of this workshop, participants will: Understand the Impact of Social Media: Gain insights into how social media has transformed the way businesses connect with customers and how it influences purchasing decisions in 2023. Identify Target Audience: Learn how to define and identify your target audience, ensuring that your social media efforts are directed towards those most likely to engage with your business. Platforms and Best Practices: Explore the major social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and understand platform-specific best practices for maximizing reach and engagement. Engagement and Community Building: Learn strategies for fostering meaningful interactions with your audience, building a loyal online community, and […]

Pitch Competitions

Online

Practice makes perfect. Pitch perfect. Volta Pitch Competitions are an opportunity for those in the Atlantic Canadian tech and innovation communities to practice their three-minute business pitch and receive feedback from peers and industry professionals. Our Quarterly Pitch Competitions provide participants with experience pitching to investors and potential early adopters. Each competition will be judged by a panel of entrepreneurs, potential investors and community leaders. Judging will be based on the pitch, business idea, and will focus on presentation quality and content. Quarterly Pitch Competitions are only open to residents of Atlantic Canada. An idea, product or company may be pitched a maximum of twice. Previous Volta Pitch Competition winners will not be allowed to pitch the same idea/business at future competitions (new businesses or ideas from the same company are permitted). The next Volta Virtual Pitch Competition Powered by Boast will take place on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 12:00pm. ‍The winning Pitch will receive: $500 Visa gift card Name engraved on Volta’s Pitch Competition trophy Selection Criteria The Idea When providing a description of your company or idea, be sure to outline its originality. When reviewing the applications we will be looking at the information provided and since […]

Intellectual Property 101 – Lunch and Learn

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS +1 more

Join us for lunch on Tuesday, January 23 and learn about the importance of intellectual property. In this IP 101 session, we’ll talk about the various forms of IP, the pros and cons of each, and tips on how to develop an IP strategy. As an extra perk, speakers will be available after the session for one-on-one advice. Register using eventbrite. Speakers Kushal Shah, Patent Agent, Gowlings Kushal Shah is a patent agent in the Intellectual Property Group of Gowlings WLG’s Ottawa office. As an internationally trained patent agent and lawyer, Kushal has experience working with startups, universities, and multinational organizations. He has advised on obtaining patent protection related to various technologies such as artificial intelligence, mechanical devices, software engineering, cellular therapeutics, genetic engineering, biomedical devices, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals in numerous jurisdictions, including the United States, Europe, China, the Middle East, and India. Kusahal’s past work also includes tailored IP solutions and tactical advice on infringement, litigation, licensing, patentability and freedom to operate opinions, commercial transactions, franchising, and valuation matters. Ryan Bell, Patent Agent Trainee, Gowlings Ryan Bell is a patent agent trainee in Gowling WLG’s Ottawa office, practicing in the Intellectual Property Group. Prior to joining Gowling WLG, Ryan […]

Generative AI Showcase and Mixer

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Description: Are you passionate about Generative AI and the future of Artificial Intelligence and its limitless possibilities? Join us for an evening of showcasing AI applications, knowledge sharing and collaboration at our Gen AI Mixer! Showcase: Demo Generative AI projects that you or your company is working on. Get feedback and explore potential collaborations. Learn: Hear from professionals about how they are currently using Generative AI in production environments. Network: Connect with like-minded professionals, entrepreneurs, students and enthusiasts in the Generative AI space. Agenda: 6:30 - Doors Open 6:45 - Introductions from the hosts 7:00 - Gen AI demos 7:30 - Gen AI in production 7:45 - Gen AI opportunities in the region 8:00 - Wrap and Networking time 8:30 - Doors Close NOTE: If you are unable to attend any of our events please take a minute and cancel your ticket. This allows our 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.

Fintech Drinks in Halifax

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Mark your calendars for the second edition of Fintech Drinks in Halifax this February 29th, 2024, at Volta from 5pm to 7pm AST! In light of the economic challenges witnessed in 2023, characterized by heightened capital costs and unpredictable consumer behavior, the impact has been felt across the financial sector. Join our friends at Fintech Cadence with their Champion Partner Scotiabank and Atlantic Partner Atlantic FinTech for an insightful panel discussion where they will examine strategic pathways for fintechs to navigate and successfully scale up amid the turmoil of the funding landscape! The panel discussion will be followed by drinks, snacks, and networking. Stay tuned for the announcement of the lineup of speakers and featured FinSpotlight startups and grab your ticket now to enjoy the Early Bird tickets available until February 9th at 11:30PM AST. :

Tactical Insights for Startup Product Teams

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Details The Talk Greg Picot was a key member of the product team at Radian6 (acquired by Salesforce). He'll be talking about some of the tactical challenges and pitfalls that startup companies face as they establish and scale a product development and product management discipline within their organization. More on Greg - he's a 25-year veteran of the local technology sector who has worked in consulting, large enterprise, and startup companies. His background is in product development, product management, and startup operations. Schedule 🚪 5:30pm - doors open 🎤 6:00pm - Greg takes the mic 💬 6:30pm - Q&A 🏠 7:30pm - head home Food + Drink Pizza + non-alcoholic bevvies courtesy of Volta 🙏

March Break Escape Social

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

When: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 from 3:00pm - 5:00pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle Street, Suite 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 Description: Couldn't get away during March break or just looking to beat the winter blues? Put on your best hawaiian shirt and come embrace the vibrancy of the Caribbean at our upcoming social. Indulge in delicious caribbean snacks from Brawta or seas the day at our candy bucket bar Be sure to register to save your spot and come have a ball at Volta. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Business of UX

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Explore the significant impact of UX on customer and employee satisfaction, brand perception, and overall business success while emphasizing the importance of adapting UX strategies for diverse global markets and how to avoid common mistakes in UX strategy. Key Takeaways How UX impacts customer and employee satisfaction, brand perception, and business success. Adapting UX strategies to cater to diverse global markets and how to avoid common UX strategy mistakes. Exploration of how emerging technologies are shaping the future of UX. Date and time Thu, Mar 21, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ADT Location Volta, 1800 Argyle St. Suite 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8

Designing for Neurodiversity

1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS, Canada

Details In this month's UX Salon Halifax meetup, Laura will explore the topic of neurodiversity and how it relates to user experience. Participants will walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the complexity, nuance, and benefits of neurodiversity. Designing for neurodiversity is essential for many and beneficial for all! AGENDA 7:30 PM Doors open, networking time 7:45 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby 7:50 PM Featured talk by Laura Fair 8:20 PM Q&A 8:45 PM Wrap up & networking time 9:00 PM Doors close During this month's UX Salon Halifax meetup, you can expect: An engaging discussion regarding the unique needs and perspectives of neurodivergent individuals and how these can be accommodated in the UX process. Strategies and best practices for creating a more inclusive and accessible user experience. If participants feel comfortable: share their lived experiences of being neurodivergent and a UX Designer, Product or, Project Manager. SPEAKER BIO Laura Fair graduated from Acadia University in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, where she completed her Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Employment Relations. Always having a keen interest in studying organizations and people, her academic pursuits later led her to Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, United Kingdom where she earned a Master of Science in Business and […]