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SUMMARY:Courses: AI Strategy and Management - Winter 2021
DESCRIPTION:AI Strategy and Management – Winter 2021\n\n\nWhen\nJan. 20\, 2021 – March 10\, 2021\nVarious\n\n\nWhere\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSecure your future with the knowledge\, tools and confidence to launch AI projects and manage technical teams.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails:\nModern businesses recognize the transformative power of artificial intelligence but are also facing a severe shortage of skilled workers. The demand for AI and machine learning (ML) expertise is growing across all industries\, and it’s through the marriage of domain expertise with technical ML skills that companies can gain competitive advantages. \nOur eight-week online course combines synchronous (collaborative) and asynchronous (independent) lectures\, readings and discussions\, as well as practical assignments and a final capstone project. In the final project\, you will work in a group to complete a Machine Learning Project Charter for a specific ML project\, and pitch your project to a panel of ML and business experts. \nYou’ll graduate from the course with the: \n\nSkills to draft AI adoption strategy for your organization\nAbility to identify ML projects\, assemble teams\, and execute related business tactics\nConfidence to manage and interact with technical teams\n\nWhat is the goal of this course?\nThe purpose of this course is to develop your knowledge and skills to define and manage a machine learning project that supports your organization’s business priorities. This isn’t a technical course\, but we will get into enough technical details to empower you to have informed discussions with technical teams about the data needed for ML projects\, appropriate approaches to the problem\, and the evaluation of the results. You’ll also have an appreciation of the business\, social and ethical impacts of ML and how they apply to your organization and project. \nLearning Objectives\n\nUnderstand the considerations required for selecting an appropriate machine learning project in the context of the organization’s capabilities and objectives\nImplement some organizational processes to apply ethical thinking to machine learning projects\nIntelligently discuss data issues with data professionals\nUnderstand and discuss the uses\, strengths and limitations of the three types of machine learning\nEffectively apply the ML Project Charter to think through and pitch an ML project\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe look forward to having you join us in January!\n\n\nAre you curious if AI Strategy Management is the right fit for you? Our program Guide outlines all of the details including prerequisites\, module overviews and FAQs. \nStephanie Husby\, pictured above\, will be one of your instructors. Passionate about translating difficult topics into easy-to-access concepts and terminology\, she strives to bridge the gap between business and technical experts. \n\n\n\n\nDownload the Program Guide https://app.hubspot.com/documents/4771956/view/96053384?accessId=b978df\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReady to Apply?\n\n\nNow more than ever\, businesses recognize the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) but are also facing a severe shortage of skilled workers. \nCourse Fee is grant eligible.  See Program Guide. \nThe demand for AI and machine learning (ML) expertise is growing across all industries\, and it’s through the marriage of domain expertise with ML understanding that companies can gain competitive advantages. \n\n\n\nApply Today
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/courses-ai-strategy-and-management-winter-2021/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Courses,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Science,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210219T170000
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SUMMARY:DevCon 21 Student Startup
DESCRIPTION:Startup Edmonton’s biggest student event of the year is back\, and bigger than ever! \nJoin more than 350 technical students from programs & schools across Western Canada for four amazing days of workshops\, panels\, games\, skill-building\, and more\, all at your convenience. \nThrive beyond the classroom at DevCon 2021\, as you explore an inspiring startup community and learn real-world practical skills\, on your time. Whether it’s 2 in the morning or 2 in the afternoon\, our fully customizable experience gives you the opportunity to break through your studies\, your way. \nWHAT YOU GET…\n\n\nOpportunities to listen and learn from expert panelists and inspiring tech leaders. \n\n\nBeginner\, intermediate\, or advanced workshops in Machine Learning\, Product Management\, Data Analysis\, and more. \n\n\nResources and skills needed to succeed in the tech and startup community. \n\n\nAccess to hiring companies actively seeking to meet and recruit talented students. \n\n\nConnections to a supportive community of founders\, developers\, and designers. \n\n\nAwesome swag. \n\n\nWHO IS STUDENT DEVCON FOR?\n\n\nPost-secondary students studying (or have an active interest in) computing science\, computer engineering\, or design with specialties in Web Design\, User Experience\, and Visual Communications. \n\n\nStudents with proficiency in computer programming or IT. \n\n\nHigh school students with interest in computing science are also encouraged to attend – Comp Sci 20 or 30 required. \n\n\nTicket Options \nOn the registration form\, there are multiple ticket options\, PLEASE ONLY PICK ONE. \n\n\nIf you are outside of Edmonton\, select the ‘Student Ticket’ option \n\n\nIf you are in Edmonton\, select one of the swag options available (they say ‘YEG Only’) \n\n\nPlease only select one type of ticket option; you are welcome to add delivery if you’d like. \nSwag Delivery & Pick Up – Edmonton Students \nEdmonton students who would like swag items delivered will need to book by February 1\, 2021. If you are picking up swag\, you will need to book by February 11\, 2021. \nAccess Links \nYou will be emailed information about accessing the week of events before February 16\, 2021. Keep an eye on your inbox!
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/devcon-21-student-startup/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Courses,Education,Entrepreneurs,Networking,STEME,Students,Technology,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Masterclass on Cleantech Investing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this masterclass on cleantech investing by some of Canada’s leading investors.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAre you looking into investing in cleantech or building a cleantech company? \nAs part of the Alberta Cleantech Investment Summit event line-up\, grab a cup of coffee and join our event partners and participating angels and ventures\, for insight into how seasoned VCs assess cleantech ventures for investment. Join our expert panelists as they share lessons they have learned from their experience in putting capital to work building great companies in this sector. The two masterclass sessions will be held on Feb 11 and Feb 18\, from 8:30am-9:30am MST. \nWe will cover topics such as: \n\nHow do you select viable cleantech ventures?\nWhat is distinct about investing in cleantech companies?\nWhat makes someone a ‘good’ angel investor\n\nFebruary 11th\, 8:30am – 9:30am MST \n\nHosted by Jeanette Jackson\, CEO of Foresight\n\nFeaturing: \n\nJuan Benitez\, BDC Industrial Innovation Fund\nHa Nguyen\, McRock Capital\n\nFebruary 18th\, 8:30am – 9:30 MST \n\nHosted by Jeanette Jackson\, CEO of Foresight\n\nFeaturing: \n\nDarren Bolding\, Natural Products Canada\nMarty Reed\, Evok Innovations
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/masterclass-on-cleantech-investing-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,CleanTech,Courses,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Small Business,STEME,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T120000
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SUMMARY:Setting up your New Small Business for Tax Season Success
DESCRIPTION:Setting up your New Small Business for Tax Season Success\n\n\nCongratulations on starting your business! You’ve registered your trade name\, partnership or you’ve incorporated\, now what? This introductory webinar will focus on all of your ‘what next’ questions when it comes to setting up your business for financial success.\n\n\n \n\n\nSome of the topics to be covered include:\n\n\n– What is a business number\, and changes to how it is assigned after registration\n\n\n– Choosing a Financial year-end (for incorporated companies)\n\n\n– Electing either the quick method or regular method of GST reporting- the differences between both methods and how to choose the best one\n\n\n– How to pay yourself and family members from your business\n\n\n– Setting up a basic accounting tracking system\n\n\n \n\n\nJoin us to set your business up for tax season success!\n\n\nDate: Feb 18 2021\nTime: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nPresented by:\n\n\nVivien Jonathan\, Director\, Key People Accounting\n\n\n \n\n\nRegister for free today!\n\n\n \n\n\nPlease note: By registering to attend this event you are authorizing us to share your contact information with our event partners.\n\n\n \n\n\nThis program may be recorded.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/setting-up-your-new-small-business-for-tax-season-success/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Course,Education,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Learning,Small Business,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T130000
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SUMMARY:ATB X: User Testing
DESCRIPTION:ATB X: User Testing\nThursday\, February 18\, 2021 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ONLINE \nGetting raw feedback from people outside of your business is critical as you are testing and iterating. \nStop waiting for feedback—get instant constructive comments from other Albertan entrepreneurs who have been there\, and done that! \nJoin us on February 18 for our User Testing session to receive quick input on something you’re working on via speed-dating format to allow your business to iterate quickly. \nWhat can you get feedback on?\n– Social media post(s)/ad(s)\n– Landing page\, website\, customer testimonials\n– Product packaging\, service pitch\n– Drip strategy\, marketing copy\n– Job posting or on-boarding process \nIf you can pitch it in 5 minutes or less—it’s a good fit for this session! \nHow does that sound?\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/atb-x-user-testing/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Marketing,Media & Communications,Small Business,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T160000
DTSTAMP:20210129T231149Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business with BDC & Goodlawyer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special “Ask Us Anything” with our friends from BDC\, where we will cover all things you need to know to grow your business!\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\nThu\, February 18\, 2021 \n3:00 PM – 4:00 PM MST \n\n\nLet’s face it\, you have a million and one things to do to grow your business. You could be hunting product-market fit\, trying to attract investors for a big round of funding\, or maybe you’re just starting to iron out the basics. Whatever stage you’re at\, it’s important to think long-term about your business goals\, keep you and your business protected\, and understand how using the law can help you throughout the whole process. That is where your Lawyer in shining armour comes in; meet Goodlawyer. \nSo\, take a breath and brew yourself a cup of coffee or tea and virtually sit down with Goodlawyer and BDC for a special “Ask Us Anything” webinar. \nWhat to Expect:\nIn collaboration with BDC\, we are hosting a special “Ask Us Anything” where you will get to hear from the co-founder and CEO of Goodlawyer\, Brett Colvin\, practicing corporate lawyer\, Josh Weinberger\, and Senior Vice President\, Financing and Consulting at BDC\, Michael Selci. \nGrowing your business can be an exhilarating\, positive time\, but it can present some challenges like anything in life. Our presenters will guide you on how to grow your business from a legal\, financial\, and first-hand startup perspective at this webinar. By taking some key legal considerations into account and understanding how to prepare yourself financially\, you can make sure your growth plan is built on a strong foundation. \nAlready jotting down your questions for our presenters? Pre-submit your questions here to make sure they don’t get missed! \nWho Should Attend?\nNo matter what stage your business is in\, Goodlawyer is eager to guide you on the right track. This webinar is open to everyone but would be most useful if… \n\nYou’re thinking of starting a business.\nYou’re looking to expand your current business.\nYou are suffering from information overload and don’t know where to start.\n\nAgenda – Times are in MDT (Calgary/Edmonton time)\n3:00 PM: Introductions and ground rules. \n3:10 PM: Presentation from Goodlawyer & BDC \n3:45 PM: Pre-submitted Questions/Open discussion – questions asked by you! \n4:00 PM: Conclusion. \nBDC Speaker – Michael Selci \nSenior Vice President\, Financing and Consulting\, Prairies \nMichael is Senior Vice President\, Prairies for BDC. He is responsible for overseeing BDC’s financing and consulting activities in the provinces of Alberta\, Manitoba& Saskatchewan. A portfolio of over 7\,000 entrepreneurs and 7 billion invested capital.

A business leader with more than 30 years of management and banking experience. His background spans commercial finance\, consulting and banking in the business\, wealth and retail services areas. His dedication for many years has been focused on helping Canadian companies achieve their growth opportunities and tackle business challenges. He has worked with companies small and large on financing\, corporate strategy\, investment and partnerships.
Michael is also involved in the community from causes that aid youth\, help addictions\, alleviate homelessness\, he is the Chair of the McMan Family Services Association in Calgary and a member of Dean’s Advisory Committee at Mount Royal University. He and Shauna live in Calgary and have 3 grown children who reside across the Prairies.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/growing-your-business-with-bdc-goodlawyer/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Economy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Legal,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210218T184500
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SUMMARY:DevCon 21 Student Pitch at TNT Night
DESCRIPTION:Students from #DevCon21 are taking over this TNT pitch night!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\nThu\, February 18\, 2021 \n6:00 PM – 6:45 PM MS \n\n\nWe’re teaming up with Startup Edmonton’s biggest student event of the year to bring you pitches from: \n\nFly & Fetch\nFLIK\nFinanciio\nAgrioLabs\nAR.t\n\nAfter the event we invite everyone to join us at our weekly happy hour\, where you’ll have a chance to chat with the presenters and folks from all corners of our community. It’s held on Discrd.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/devcon-21-student-pitch-at-tnt-night/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Competition,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Small Business,Students,Technology,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="TNT":MAILTO:zstorms@ualberta.ca
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