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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 Nova Scotia, 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 Nova Scotia, 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 Nova Scotia, 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 Nova Scotia, 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 Nova Scotia, 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 Nova Scotia, 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 […]

Using customer feedback to make data-driven product decisions

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Details The Talk Nabeel Ansar will talk about how using feedback management systems enabled his company to build 50% fewer features and scale audience growth from 19% to 26%. Nabeel and his team automated the collection and processing of customer feedback, which provided PMs with valuable user insights that allowed them to make more data-driven decisions. More on Nabeel Ansar Nabeel is a senior Product Manager at the Al Jazeera media network. He's built software that's in use by millions of consumers around the world. He's worked as a product manager for 8 years, and has experience in domains like Loyalty, FoodTech, E-commerce, Last Mile Delivery, Logistics, Hospitality, Travel, Lifestyle, and GenerativeAI. He's grown multiple businesses over $1+ mm in his career. Schedule 🚪 5:30pm - doors open 🎤 6:00pm - Nabeel takes the mic 💬 6:30pm - Q&A & chat w/ other attendees 🏠 7:30pm - head home Food + Drink Pizza + non-alcoholic bevvies courtesy of Volta 🙏 Thursday, April 11, 2024 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM ADT 1800 Argyle St unit 801 1800 Argyle St unit 801 · Halifax, NS

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Scrum – How can it help me and my team deliver our products successfully

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. 16 Apr 2024 10:00 AM  

Generative AI Showcase and Mixer

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Date and time Tue, Apr 16, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ADT Location Volta - 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 About this event 2 hours When: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm Where: Volta, 1800 Argyle St, Suite 801, Halifax, NS, B3J 3N8 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: See folks demo their generative AI projects they are working on. 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: 6:00 - Doors Open 6:25 - Introductions from the hosts 6:30 - Gen AI demos (stay tuned for list of demos) 7:30 - Wrap and Networking time 8:00 - 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 […]

IP and Indigenous arts, knowledge, and cultural expression

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

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 […]

Design and Development: Embracing a Multidisciplinary Career Path

VOLTA 1800 Argyle Street #Unit 801, Halifax, NS

Details Design and Development are a match made in heaven. If you are on either side and have the know-how of the other, it's always beneficial! In this talk, Chris will share his journey as a blended designer and developer over the past 18 years, highlighting the pivotal moments that shaped his career. We’ll discuss how a genuine love for continuous learning, a passion for side projects, and being surrounded by supportive teammates have been instrumental in his growth. Join Chris as we explore the importance of staying humble, embracing new skills, and nurturing a multidisciplinary approach to user experience design. AGENDA 7:30 PM Doors open, networking time 7:45 PM Introductions from Nata and Ruby 7:50 PM Featured talk by Chris Lowe 8:20 PM Q&A 8:45 PM Wrap up & networking time 9:00 PM Doors close SPEAKER BIO Chris Lowe is a seasoned designer and developer, currently serving as a Senior Application Designer and Developer at Stewart McKelvey, where he designs and develops web applications to support lawyers and staff. In addition, Chris is the owner and operator of Alltimelowe Design Co., a boutique design studio specializing in designing and developing WordPress websites. With 18 years of experience in the industry, Chris has a diverse background, having […]