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SUMMARY:Data Science Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Edmonton Data Science (EDS) meetups are a platform for data science enthusiasts and professionals to: \n• learn about big data techniques and tools \n• discuss best practices in big data and data science \n• promote big data and data science among university students and the local tech community \n• learn about practical applications of data science methods \n• learn about companies that use data science as the foundation of their business processes \nWe are passionate about data science and big data. We hope to create a vibrant data science community that is engaged in sharing and learning different topics in the field. \nIn these meetups\, we intend to a) share best practices and knowledge of data science-based startups and corporations with university students\, b) introduce research works on big data and data science to the local tech community. We aim to connect the students to companies and make them more aware of our vibrant local tech community. We also invite professors and researchers to present their work on data mining and machine learning methods to the professional community. Each meetup will include a presentation introducing a company who is using data science techniques\, and two presentations about big data\, data science and machine learning techniques.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/data-science-meetup/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Networking,Startups,Students,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211214T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
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SUMMARY:State of the Art ():Cutting Edge Science & Tech in AI and ML
DESCRIPTION:This is a full day event by Abacus.AI with world renowned leaders of AI and ML from top tech companies like Google and Amazon\, and acclaimed universities\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nProminent speakers will be joining the Conference — from top tech companies\, Venture Capitalists from Coatue\, Index\, and FirstMark and thought leaders in the field from Stanford\, Berkeley\, CMU. \nThey also have two special guests returning; Peter Norvig from Google and Alon Halevy from Facebook will be joining us once again! \nThey will examine the state-of-the-art AI platforms with the VP of AI at Instacart\, engage in a panel discussion with Dell\, Dodge & Cox\, and Sephora and much more! \nTheir previous conferences have filled up quickly. We have a limited number of seats available. Reserve a spot now! \nAgenda and Speakers:\nAgenda \n9:00 – 9:45: Keynote Speaker: TBA \n9:45 – 10:30: State of the Art AI Platforms: Haixun Wang\, Bindu Reddy \n10:30 -11:15: AI and ML: Investor’s Perspectives: Matt Turck\, George Mathew\, David Cahn\, Bryan Offut \n11:15 – 12:00: Applied AI – Panel: Aditya Ramachandran\, Sree Sreedhararaj\, Monica Khurana \n12:00 – 12:45: Deep Learning: Past/Present/Future: Peter Norvig\, Alon Halevy \n12:45 – 1:30: Science of Recommender AI and Reinforcement Learning: Colin White
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/state-of-the-art-cutting-edge-science-tech-in-ai-and-ml/
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Career Opportunities,Conference,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Human Talent,Innovation,Investment,Learning,Science,Small Business,Startups,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211108T062939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T062939Z
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SUMMARY:Banff Venture Forum
DESCRIPTION:The New Technology Economy Happens at BVF\nMark Your Calendar: December 6 & 7\, 2021\nWe are thrilled to announce the virtual delivery of the Forum will be hosted on the industry-leading Swapcard Technologies platform on December 6th & 7th! \nAccess for all\, from anywhere. \nThe Banff Venture Forum\, Canada’s premier company financing event\, exists to provide the hottest emerging technology companies with unparalleled visibility and an opportunity to present to leading private equity and venture capital investors from across North America. Every aspect of the Forum is built for you\, the participant — your business challenges\, your ambitions\, and your success. Learn about key issues within the industry\, networking with industry leaders and experts and hear from world-class professionals in the investment community. \nSince its inception in 1997\, Banff Venture Forum has realized significant growth in all respects\, with last year’s Forum hosting in excess of 40 venture capital firms\, 50+ presenting companies and 350 delegates. \nWhether you are looking for the next lucrative investment or aiming to secure financing\, Banff Venture Forum is an event not to be missed. \n\nWhy Participate?\n\nGain direct access to high caliber entrepreneurs and investors in the VC and PE community.\nEstablish your position as a key player in North America’s investment community by actively participating in the conference.\nEnhance your organization’s profile to a key audience of emerging and established companies.\nShowcase your innovation ideas\, products\, and technologies to investors\, corporate strategics\, and prospective partners.\nGain information on deal flow and syndication opportunities.\nExpand your network through direct\, personal contact with influencers\, decision makers\, and innovators.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/banff-venture-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,CleanTech,Conference,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Health,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Startups,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211106T000919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211106T001013Z
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SUMMARY:Venture Showcase 2021 UBC Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second annual Venture Showcase to celebrate our thriving community of ventures and see who’s coming down the pipeline.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event \n\n\nAcross industries\, landscapes and continents\, UBC innovators are leading the charge creating solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. From climate solutions and human health transformations to technological advancements and social impact\, UBC is a rich bedrock of innovation home to entrepreneurs generating impacts through research and discoveries. Meet some of them at our 2021 Venture Showcase! \nLast year’s showcase welcomed 400 attendees including funders\, industry partners\, academic collaborators and community members to celebrate entrepreneurship and innovation. This year\, we look forward to welcoming you once again to meet our thriving community of early-stage ventures leading the future of industries at our 2021 Venture Showcase. \nJoin us in person or tune-in via live stream to find out who is coming down the pipeline from entrepreneurship@UBC. \n>>>Learn more on our website>>> \nWho is it for? \nentrepreneurship@UBC’s Venture Showcase event will give our UBC ecosystem (students\, staff\, faculty and alumni)\, investors\, government and other industry organizations the ability to keep their thumb on the pulse of the next big thing\, while providing our ventures with the exposure and opportunity to learn more about the funding landscape. Everyone from our community is welcome to attend. \nHow it works \nThe 2021 Venture Showcase will feature ventures in three different categories: Ones-to-Watch and Sneak-a-Peek from the incubation phase of entrepreneurship@UBC and those who are later-stage in the HATCH Ready-to-Raise group seeking investment. \nAgenda \n\n2:00 – 2:45 pm – In-person networking & venture exhibition\n2:45 – 3:00 pm – Opening Remarks\n3:00 – 3:15 pm – Ones-to-Watch presentations\n3:15 – 3:45 pm – Fireside Chat\n3:45 – 4:20 pm – Sneak-a-Peek presentations\n4:20 – 4:50 pm – HATCH Ready-to-Raise presentations\n4:50 – 5:00 pm – Closing Remarks\n\n>>>Visit our website to learn more>>> \nLocation and Registration \nThe 2021 Venture Showcase will be hosted in person at UBC Robson Square in downtown Vancouver as well as available via live stream on Zoom. \nUpon registration\, kindly confirm if you will be attending in person or via live stream. The live stream link will be sent to attendees in advance of the Showcase. In person capacity is limited and will be on a first come first serve basis. \nRegistrants can find a copy of their registration form in their confirmation email under “order summary” then clicking “view and manage your order online”. \nCOVID-19 Protocols \nPer BC’s provincial health guidelines\, we require all in person attendees to be fully vaccinated and show proof of vaccination status and identification upon entry. Attendees unable to do so will be turned away at the door. Masks are required while indoors. \nAbout entrepreneurship@UBC \nentrepreneurship@UBC propels UBC innovations out into the world through venture creation\, providing UBC students\, researchers\, faculty members\, alumni and staff with the resources\, networks\, and funding they need to succeed. \nAs one of the world’s top 40 research universities with 80\,000 students\, faculty and staff and over $650M annual research funding\, UBC has long been a catalyst for innovation. Part of the Innovation UBC network\, entrepreneurship@UBC supports UBC ventures and entrepreneurs to generate social and economic impacts in B.C. and around the world. To date\, entrepreneurship@UBC has worked with over 561 ventures who have raised more than $1.39 billion in funding\, generated more than $116 million in revenue and hired more than 989 employees\, stimulating the economic and social landscape of B.C. while building anchor companies that have a global impact.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/venture-showcase-2021-ubc-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Networking,Small Business,Social Innovation,Startups,Sustainability,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211123T213000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211106T000421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211106T000421Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Launch Party YYC
DESCRIPTION:In its second virtual year\, the Startup Launch Party remains the main event of Calgary’s Innovation Week. The 12th annual celebration is Calgary’s largest startup-focused showcase of the year. On November 23rd from 6:00-9:00 pm\, we will celebrate and highlight some of Calgary’s brightest early-stage startups and community members for their achievements. Just like in-person iterations\, Launch Party will include high-value programming and networking to bring together everyone in our community from the startup curious to savvy innovation investors to experienced entrepreneurs. Nominate or apply to be a celebrated company\, visit: startupcalgary.ca/launch-party
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/startup-launch-party-yyc/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Investment,Leadership,Networking,Pitch Competition,Science,Small Business,Social Innovation,Startups,STEME,Students,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211118T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211105T234311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T234311Z
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SUMMARY:Toronto Machine Learning Society (TMLS) : 2021 Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:A unique experience to upskill and learn from industry and academics in our community.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event \n \n\n\nMon\, Nov 15\, 2021\, 8:00 AM – \nThu\, Nov 18\, 2021\, 4:00 PM MST
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/toronto-machine-learning-society-tmls-2021-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Innovation,Learning,Small Business,Startups,Students,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211105T232646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211105T232646Z
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SUMMARY:Hiring & Team Building 101w/ Adam Spector
DESCRIPTION:Hiring & Team Building 101 w/ Adam Spector\, 3X founder\, 40x Angel Investor\nHiring and building the right team is essential for any startup’s growth and success in raising venture capital\, yet so many early stage startups fail to get off the ground due to their lack of knowledge on how to build and grow a quality team. On this fourth installment of “Mastering Startup Operations” series we will discuss how to optimize best practices for building and hiring a team for early stage startups\, including the pitfalls to avoid and more. There will also be a long Q&A portion where we will answer audience questions\, so join us for this exciting event and come ready with your questions. \n\nDate: Nov 10\, 2021\nTime: 08:00 pm – 09:00 pm\nTimezone: America/New York
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/hiring-team-building-101w-adam-spector/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Small Business,Students,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211027T075935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T075935Z
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SUMMARY:Canadian Club Toronto: What's Next for Cryptocurrency
DESCRIPTION:Join Canadian Club Toronto on November 3 when we’ll hear from Alex Tapscott and an esteemed panel of blockchain founders and thought-leaders as they discuss the latest trends and successes in this crucial and dynamic new industry. Our panelists will discuss the rise of Decentralized Finance\, the role of government\, bitcoin and the environment\, blockchain’s role in traditional financial firms\, and our experts’ predictions for the future.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/canadian-club-toronto-whats-next-for-cryptocurrency/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Blockchain,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Innovation,Learning,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211027T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211028T143000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20211027T074703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211027T074703Z
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SUMMARY:Deloitte 360
DESCRIPTION:Join Deloitte Canada’s largest\, complimentary conference\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister to join 5000+ public and private sector executives from across different industries all over Canada\, to discuss the issues that matter. Experience conversations and panel discussions with progressive and innovative leaders covering a variety of issues including the future-ready workforce\, digital transformation and cloud. \nConnect to the event in real-time to have the opportunity to interact directly with other attendees as well as with speakers. Plus take advantage of the new matchmaking feature which allows you to connect with others that are interested in the same topics are you.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/deloitte-360/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Government,Industry,Innovation,Networking,Technology,Webinar,WorkPlace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210927T040923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T040923Z
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SUMMARY:Edmonton Startup Week: All Access
DESCRIPTION:Edmonton Startup Week: All Access\n\nEdmonton Startup Week is returning (virtually) October 18-22\, 2021! \nJoin us for five days of workshops\, socials\, and events celebrating the diversity of our startup community\, building connections\, and discovering new opportunities to be part of the culture of innovation in Edmonton.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/edmonton-startup-week-all-access/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Startups,Students,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211005T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210922T062112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T062112Z
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SUMMARY:Behind every great AI\, there’s a great Human
DESCRIPTION:Calgary UX is happy to welcome Ruth Kikin-Gil\, Responsible AI strategist\, Senior Designer at Microsoft. \nAbout the event: \nBehind every great AI\, there’s a great Human\nHow to design AI products responsibly\, and why that matters \nResponsible AI is a human-centered approach to developing\, designing\, and deploying AI and ML products. It’s principled\, Collaborative\, proactive and contextual and it is critical that we all start practicing it now. The talk will explain why it is important\, and clarify when to practice it\, why should designers care\, and what can you do to start tomorrow. \nAbout the speaker: \nRuth Kikin-Gil is a design strategist that leads the Responsible AI practices for Microsoft’s Security\, Compliance\, and Management (SCM) organization and a co-creator of the Guidelines for Human-AI interaction. In addition\, she teaches design at the Human Centered Design and Engineering (HCDE) department in the University of Washington\, Seattle. Her career focuses on product innovation across devices\, input methods and platforms\, including designing future experiences for Office\, creating future scenarios an incubation lab\, and working on a strategy team. Prior to Microsoft she founded a design agency\, worked in startups and as a consultant. She is a Bezalel academy of Art and design Alumna and earned her Interaction Design degree from Interaction Design Institute Ivrea (IDII) in Italy. \nMore about Ruth:\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthkikingil/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/behind-every-great-ai-theres-a-great-human/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Design,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Marketing,Media & Communications,Networking,Small Business,Students,Technology,The Arts,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211004T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211004T193000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210923T072548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T072548Z
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SUMMARY:21st annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for the 21st annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards\, presented by Innovate BC!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’ve narrowed the field from 200+ competitors to just 10 finalists. \nSee who’s taking home over $250\,000 in cash and prizes at this year’s New Ventures BC Competition Awards\, presented by Innovate BC! \nAside from the usual top prizes\, we have some exciting new awards this year\, including the $10\,000 Social Impact prize\, a $10\,000 Woman-led Venture prize\, and the $7\,000 Luminaries “Diamond in the Rough” prize. All this\, plus a community-nominated Alumni Impact award. \nEvent details:\nThe 21st Annual Awards will be streamed to you\, live\, from Vancouver. We look forward to having you join us online\, from wherever you are! \n\nMonday\, October 4\, 2021 | 5:00pm – 6:30pm\nLive stream link will be sent to all registrants October 1\nTickets are free with option to donate\n\nAll proceeds from donated tickets will go to the First Nations Technology Council’s Digital Equity Fund. \n\nREGISTER  \n\n* By registering for our events you have agreed to have your email included in our newsletters (you can unsubscribe anytime) and waive rights to any photos/videos taken at the in person and online event.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/21st-annual-new-ventures-bc-competition-awards/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Economy,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Networking,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Startups,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210929T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210922T064459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T064459Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Alumni of the Founders Institute
DESCRIPTION:Alumni of the Founder Institute pre-seed startup accelerator have raised nearly $1 billion in funding\, and are building some of the world’s fastest growing technology businesses. As the next Waterloo-Toronto cohort gets ready to start\, join us for this private Zoom Meeting with the Local Leaders and various program Alumni. Learn the tips and tricks to building a startup in Waterloo-Toronto\, and ask the alumni about their experience in the FI program. \n❯ Guest Speakers include:\n– Laura Bryce (Co-Founder & CMO\, loopt)\n– Sunil Sharma (Managing Director\, Techstars Toronto\, Founder Institute Toronto)\n– Jordan Jocius (Director\, Founder Institute Waterloo-Toronto) \n❯ Who should Attend?\n– Anyone interested in joining a startup accelerator\n– Anyone who has an idea for a startup or a growing company\n– Anyone interested in meeting Waterloo-Toronto entrepreneurs and advisors \n❯❯ This is a live\, interactive online event\, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/253004/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/meet-the-alumni-of-the-founders-institute/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Innovation,Investment,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Startups,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20211001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210922T072612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T072612Z
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SUMMARY:Entrepreneurship@UBC Immersion Week
DESCRIPTION:Join entrepreneurship@UBC for our 2nd annual entrepreneurship@UBC Immersion Week (EIW) online September 27th to October 1st. \nThis week-long event will cross 3 tracks of content and includes keynote speakers\, insightful panels\, roundtable discussions and interactive “Ask me Anything” (AMA) sessions. While all sessions will be online\, we are aiming to host a few “in-person” networking events in line with government and university health and safety protocols. \nThe views presented by guest panelists in this event are their own and do not necessarily reflect UBC’s views. \nHow it works \nZoom information will be sent to registrants each morning of the event as well as shared on our Eventbrite online event page. For more information on who is speaking and when\, visit our event website. Questions? Get in touch at communications@entrepreneurship.ubc.ca \n>>> Visit our event website >>> \nUse the hashtag #EIW2021 to get the latest information on the event and follow us on socials @UBCentrepreneur.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/entrepreneurshipubc-immersion-week/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Social Innovation,Startups,Students,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210922T060403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T060403Z
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SUMMARY:Startup Best Practices with Phil Libin\, and Silicon Valley  Founder Institute Accelerator
DESCRIPTION:Waterloo Startup Founder 101 \nOn this special event\, you can see debut presentations from the newest portfolio companies from the Founder Institute accelerator\, as well as a Keynote Talk from Phil Libin; Co-founder & CEO of mmhmm (a fast-growing video tools company with over $140M in funding) and All Turtles (an Artificial Intelligence startup studio)\, and Co-Founder/ Former CEO of Evernote. Don’t miss this opportunity to see exciting pre-seed startups and learn from a top global startup expert. \nThis is an interactive\, live online event. To access the event\, RSVP at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/7709 \nAbout the Speaker: Phil Libin \nPhil Libin is a co-founder and the CEO of mmhmm (a fast-growing video tools company with over $140M in funding)\, and All Turtles (an Artificial Intelligence startup studio). He is also the co-founder and former CEO of the global productivity tool Evernote\, which created an epic transformation in workflow and has redefined the way individuals and teams work today. A sought-after leader on innovation\, Libin provides audiences with an engaging look at what it takes to reinvent productivity at global scale. His investment focus is generally on using technology to enhance humanity\, productivity\, and business globally. \nThis is an interactive\, live online event.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/startup-best-practices-with-phil-libin-and-silicon-valley-founder-institute-accelerator/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Investment,Startups,Students,Technology,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210922T062931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T062931Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Machine Learning & Data Science
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the creation of the Edmonton chapter of WiMLDS. We aim to create a welcoming space for everybody\, particularly women and gender minorities\, to talk and learn about ML and DS. \nWiMLDS’s mission is to support and promote women and gender minorities who are practicing\, studying or are interested in the fields of machine learning and data science. We create opportunities for members to engage in technical and professional conversations in a positive\, supportive environment by hosting talks\, technical workshops\, networking events and hackathons. We are inclusive to anyone who supports our cause regardless of gender identity or technical background. However\, in support of our mission\, priority for certain events and opportunities will be given to women and gender minority members. \nOur Code of Conduct ( https://github.com/WiMLDS/starter-kit/wiki/Code-of-conduct ) is available online and applies to all our spaces\, both online and off. \n• Follow @Edmonton_WiMLDS (https://twitter.com/WiMLDS_Edmonton) on Twitter for Edmonton WiMLDS news or visit http://wimlds.org to learn about our chapters in other cities. \n• Women & gender minorities are invited to join the global WiMLDS Slack group by sending an email to slack@wimlds.org.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/women-in-machine-learning-data-science/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Leadership,Networking,STEME,Students,Technology
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210712T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210625T203311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T203311Z
UID:15955-1626076800-1626454800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Innovation Rodeo: Investor Readiness
DESCRIPTION:This year is the 6th annual Innovation Rodeo\, it is virtual\, GIVES AWAY ALL THE REGISTRATION FEES from the event\, and has: \n\nFundraising Panels where some of Canada’s most successful entreprenuers share how to raise non-dilutive\, angel and VC funding.\nInnovation Challenges that give away $6\,000 in cash prizes to participants\nFive different pitch competitions that award a total of $25\,000 to first time student entrepreneurs and all the ticket proceeds to new technical founders\n\nThe Innovation Rodeo is made for problem solvers\, innovators\, entrepreneurs\, change makers\, investors and ecoysystem builders! \nEach day is designed to solve the most common problems encountered when creating\, starting\, growing and exiting a company. \n\nMonday is for anyone looking to create products and services people want and features Bob Moesta – the pioneer of the revolutionary Jobs To Be Done framework – and Canada’s own Katelyn Bourgoin.\nTuesday is for anyone looking to raise non-dilutive funding easier and features a panel of successful entrepreneurs who will share stories of how they raised their non-dilutive funding\, an Innovation Challenge\, and a pitch competition.\nWednesday is for anyone looking to raise money from angel investors sooner or get into an accelerator\, and has a panel of successful entrepreneurs who will share their stories of how they raised money from angel investors\, an Innovation Challenge\, and a pitch competition.\nThursday is for anyone looking to raise funds from a Venture Capital firm faster and features a panel of successful entrepreneurs who will share their experience raising money from VC’s\, an Innovation Challenge\, and a pitch competition.\nFriday is for anyone looking to have a successful exit and features a keynote speaker and two pitch competitions.\n\nThroughout the week participants will learn of new tools\, exchange ideas\, and share connections while developing the relationships\, skills\, and confidence needed to create and commercialize ideas faster. \nYou can purchase day tickets or a discounted week pass. \nTickets are FREE FOR STUDENTS and start at $15 for startups and $20 for scaleups and everyone else.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/innovation-rodeo-investor-readiness/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Competition,Conference,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Innovation,Leadership,Pitch Competition,Small Business,Startups,Students,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210625T202122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T202122Z
UID:15953-1624971600-1624975200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Calgary’s Digital Talent Ecosystem: Solving the Challenge of an Era
DESCRIPTION:Description: Digital talent: without a doubt\, one of the most scarce resources in our province today\, and arguably the most fundamental to our society’s future. \nSolving our digital talent gap requires a sweeping change in how we think and act\, including cooperation at massive scale. It’s about trust\, a collective “us”\, and a shared North Star. \nJoin in as we define and commit to forming the Digital Talent Ecosystem together – and navigate next steps for Calgary alongside local and global leaders. \nCo-presented with Calgary Economic Development \nKEYNOTE SPEAKER: \nSir Peter Estlin\, former Mayor of the City of London and Chair\, FutureDotNow \nHOST: \nJim Gibson\, Chief Catalyst\, SAIT School for Advanced Digital Technology \nDIGITAL TALENT PLAYBOOK LAUNCH & ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION: \nChris Foster\, VP & Chief Information Officer\, TC Energy Court Ellingson\, VP Research & Strategy\, Calgary Economic Development Greg Hart\, Partner\, Thin Air Labs Soula Stathakis\, Managing Director\, Accenture Tim Wong\, Lead\, Industry Solutions\, Unity Joanne Pitman\, Superintendent\, School Improvement\, Calgary Board of Education \nAbout the speakers: \nJim Gibson – Chief Catalyst @SAIT School for Advanced Digital Technology \nCutting to the chase and credentials\, Gibson co-founded Rainforest Alberta in 2016 to advance innovation in the province. Most recently\, he started Thin Air Labs\, which funds early-stage\, entrepreneur-led technology ventures and networks. With a Management Consultant designation (CMC) along with an MBA in Entrepreneurial Studies and Finance and a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Computer Science\, Gibson understands the business side of innovation and technology advances. A passionate and a serial entrepreneur\, Gibson has spent three decades anticipating\, adapting and advancing technology trends and challenges. His mantra — “building what’s next” — keeps him curious about the challenges and opportunities ahead. He has come to appreciate that some of the best technologies\, innovations and breakthroughs will come from places in our global economy where we least expect. \nSir Peter Estlin – Chair @FutureDotNow \nFollowing a thirty-five year career in banking and finance with Barclays\, Citigroup and Coopers & Lybrand in London\, New York\, Hong Kong and Singapore\, Peter was the 691st Lord Mayor of the City of London in 2018/19. His mayoral theme was “Shaping Tomorrow’s City Today”; promoting innovation alongside championing digital skills. Peter now holds several non-executive appointments including being an independent director of Rothschild & Co\, Chair of FutureDotNow\, a coalition of businesses and organisations working together to boost digital skills across the UK\, Chair of the Association of Apprentices\, a national membership body for apprentices in the UK\, and a member of the Audit & Risk Committee of HM Treasury. Peter has been married to Lindy for over 30 years and they have three adult children. His passions include skiing\, cooking\, wine and chocolate.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/calgarys-digital-talent-ecosystem-solving-the-challenge-of-an-era/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Education,Human Talent,Learning,Small Business,Startups,Students,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210624T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210624T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210618T213319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210618T213319Z
UID:15930-1624534200-1624537800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:The Regulatory and Legal Implications of NFTs
DESCRIPTION:The Regulatory and Legal Implications of NFTs\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nNon-fungible tokens (NFTs) are a revolutionary way of commodifying intellectual property like art\, videos and music and are causing a wave of transformation in financial markets. Skyrocketing prices for unique assets have led to an unprecedented interest in the issuance of tokens by companies – but regulatory and legal clarity will be essential in moving this emerging market forward. \nJoin the Canadian Blockchain Consortium’s Legal Committee to gain a deeper understanding of NFTs and their role in the growing digital asset universe\, including regulatory challenges\, legal implications and how business can stay compliant while benefiting from the NFT boom.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-regulatory-and-legal-implications-of-nfts/
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Blockchain,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Small Business,Startups,Students,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210617T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210614T072358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T072358Z
UID:15916-1623942000-1623945600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Intelligent Grid Digital Transformation
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn from Peter Moser from HPE about Intelligent Grid Digital Transformation.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nDigital transformation is not simple. It requires strategy\, redesign of business models and processes\, infrastructure\, software\, services\, implementation\, training\, and ongoing support. HPE provides it all. Our portfolio spans cloud\, security\, IoT\, mobility\, and infrastructure. HPE Pointnext provides the expertise you need to achieve successful transformation. \nAgenda:\n\n3:00pm – Opening Remarks (Alberta IoT)\n3:10pm – General Session\n3:40pm – Breakout Sessions\n4:00pm – Close\n\nWhy Attend:\n\nOvercome poor capacity planning: Sometimes it can be difficult to identify the capacity you will need for your future digital efforts. Fortunately\, HPE has agile solutions to increase your capacity planning in minutes.\nOnly pay for the services you use: HPE can help you transition to an IT as a service model and move towards composable infrastructure\, reducing IT department complexity and lowering the total cost of ownership.\nMake your infrastructure smarter: There’s no doubt that artificial intelligence is part of the future of digital business. HPE adds AI to data analytics and operational support so your infrastructure can effectively take care of itself.\nTake advantage of the Internet of Things: HPE develops intelligent edge technology\, Intelligent Spaces\, and hybrid IT solutions to make businesses efficient\, profitable\, and competitive.We can assist you in transforming your business more quickly and easily than you ever thought possible.\n\nLearn how you can use technology to transform your business more quickly and easily than you ever thought possible. \nThis event is presented by Long View Systems. \nAbout HPE:\nHPE is a global\, edge-to-cloud Platform-as-a-Service company built to transform your business. How? By helping you connect\, protect\, analyze\, and act on all your data and applications wherever they live\, from edge to cloud\, so you can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. \nAbout Long View Systems:\nTechnology is our means\, but your empowered workforce is our end. We support the world’s dynamic businesses by bringing agility\, simplicity and insight to your people\, so they can serve your clients. And we can do it because our offices are home to a team of the best and brightest business technologists from across the continent\, united by a common mandate — we’re using technology to help the world work.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/intelligent-grid-digital-transformation/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Future Cities,Innovation,IoT,IoT,Learning,Living,Small Business,Sustainability,Technology,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210614T071750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T071750Z
UID:15913-1623841200-1623844800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Are your AI algorithms biased?
DESCRIPTION:Are your AI algorithms biased? What you don’t know can hurt you and others – join this important conversation on how to detect and mitigate bias\n\n\nDescription \nArtificial Intelligence (AI) systems can have unintended consequences as humans transfer conscious or unconscious bias to AI applications when developing algorithms. In a discussion focused on empowering companies to appreciate how “what you don’t know can hurt you (and others)” our expert panel will explore strategies to find and address bias for organizations at different stages of the AI journey.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/are-your-ai-algorithms-biased/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Small Business,Startups,STEME,Students,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210614T073527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210614T073527Z
UID:15918-1623657600-1623949200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:MLOps World - Machine Learning In Production
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual event dedicated exclusively to ML in Production. 4 days – Join when you can – all recordings provided
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/mlops-world-machine-learning-in-production/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Courses,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Human Talent,Industry,Learning,Networking,Science,Small Business,Startups,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210610T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210420T023646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T023646Z
UID:15712-1623330000-1623337200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Women in the New Economy: Crypto\, Blockchain\, NFTs
DESCRIPTION:Join the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women and ecosystem partners for an innovative virtual event\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nJoin the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women and ecosystem partners for an innovative virtual event that showcases the opportunities for women in the emerging digital economy of crypto\, NFTs\, tokens and blockchain technology. \nCanada stands at the brink of an unprecedented technological shift that will change all aspects of our economy\, and diversity is the key its success. \nThe Canadian Blockchain Association for Women is hosting an event designed to build awareness of the opportunities for women in the digital economy and demystify participation in emerging growth areas like crypto\, NFTs\, and blockchain finance.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/women-in-the-new-economy-crypto-blockchain-nfts/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,BitCoin,Blockchain,Career Opportunities,Education,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Learning,Small Business,Startups,STEME,Technology,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210602T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210617T173000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210519T001436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210519T001436Z
UID:15798-1622649600-1623951000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Take Control of Algorithms\, Data\, and Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Take Control of Algorithms\, Data\, and Infrastructure\n\nWednesday June 2\, 2021 4:00pm to 5:30pm \nryerson.zoom.us/j/91941276567 \n\n#2 in CFE Series: Taming Big Tech: Exploring the Alternatives \nMeredith Whittaker​ – In Conversation with Andrew Clement​ \nMeredith Whittaker founded Google’s Open Research Group\, co-founded M-Lab\, and is a Minderoo Research Professor at New York University where she is co-founder and faculty director of the AI Now Institute. She has been an advisor to the White House\, the FCC\, the European Parliament among others on artificial intelligence and internet policy. Join Meredith is conversation with Andrew Clement\, Professor Emeritus in University of Toronto’s Faculty of Information where he coordinates the Information Policy Research Program and co-founded the Identity Privacy and Security Institute. \nCo-sponsors: Edmonton Public Library\, Milton Public Library\, Thunder Bay Public Library\, Toronto Public Library\, Vancouver Public Library \nZoom link to event ryerson.zoom.us/j/91941276567 \nThis is a free event and no registration is required. \nPlease contact cfe@ryerson.ca if you require accommodation to ensure inclusion in this event.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/take-control-of-algorithms-data-and-infrastructure/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Government,Regulatory,Research,Science,Social Innovation,STEME,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210528T123000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210517T070746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T070746Z
UID:15783-1622196000-1622205000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:User Experience Research & Design Workshop by ATB
DESCRIPTION:The User Experience Design Team at ATB is bringing a 2.5 hr workshop to Calgary UX. In this workshop we want to welcome new and experienced professionals\, there will be two breakout rooms for each audience. \nSpeakers and facilitators\n———————————-\nJennifer Koo\nVice President\, Research\, Creative & Experience Design\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/koojenishiguro/ \nKristina Cigic\nResearch Lead\, Enterprise Insight at ATB Financial\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kristina-cigi%C4%87-caip-40b4752a/ \nAgenda:\n————\nBackground/Opening Content (Approx 1 hour)\n* Broad overview of UXR best practices and methods\n* How UXR and UXD can work most effectively together\n* What if it’s the same person doing UXR and UXD – what do you need to know\n* Strategic impact of UXR on the organizations that support it\n* How we use UX at ATB and it’s impact \nBreakouts – 2 groups. (Approx 45 mins)\n———————————————————— \n1 with less experienced professionals\, the other for more experienced professionals\nGive them a case study UX problem and have them outline how they would craft a research approach\nChallenge them to also outline how they would position this approach to the organization to gain buy in\nClosing (Approx. 40 mins)\nReview work done by both groups\nQuestions that business stakeholders might ask to challenge the value of their work and coach them on how to answer effectively to gain buy-in.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/user-experience-research-design-workshop-by-atb/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Course,Entrepreneurs,Learning,Startups,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210527T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210520T070145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T070145Z
UID:15804-1622134800-1622142000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:StartUp Edmonton Propel Demo
DESCRIPTION:Startup Edmonton is partnering with Startup TNT to bring you the third Propel Showcase.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\nJoin us to get EXCLUSIVE access to Edmonton’s newest\, up and coming startups that are ready to take off and launch into the city’s growing startup community! \nPowered by a grant from Alberta Innovates\, Propel is our 12-week pre-accelerator program designed to support tech entrepreneurs as they solidify their business foundations and prepare to apply for accelerators\, secure investment\, and increase revenue. \nIntroducing the third Propel cohort: \n\nSketchdeck.ai\nProshyft Inc\nLocal Beauty\nLuuze\nRobolution\nLiquid Software\nLaundrywell\nEZ Enroute\nFinanciio\nEstimator Guys\nTREX.ai\n\nThe Propel Showcase is a celebration of the final session in the program and gives the startup community the opportunity to connect with one another\, learn about the Propel companies\, and congratulate the incredible entrepreneurs in our community for their hard work and dedication. \nEvent Format\nThe Propel Showcase is split into two parts: \n\n5-6 PM – Live Pitches (Startup Edmonton YouTube): Don’t miss your opportunity to hear pitches from each of the Propel companies. The founders have put in a ton of work over these last 12 weeks\, so tune in\, cheer them on\, and show your support!\n6-7PM – Networking/Happy Hour (Startup TNT Discord): Meet the founders behind the third cohort of the Propel program. Get a chance to personally congratulate them\, ask questions\, and find out more about the companies at their virtual table. You will also have the chance to network and chat with the broader startup and tech community.\n\nNew to Discord\nHere are some quick steps to get you started: \n\nDownload Discord\nRegister and sign in\nJoin Startup TNT Discord channel\nWatch this video on How Discord Works in 148\,000 Miliseconds or Less\nStill confused? Reach out to [us] on slack or by email at hello@startupedmonton.com\n\nWant to get onto Discord and meet the Startup TNT community before the Propel Showcase? Hop onto their happy hour every Thursday from 6-9pm using the link above. \nNo registration. No agenda. At Startup TNT\, we believe that having fun together is the starting point for community building. So grab a pint (or a pop) and join us on Discord for some great conversation and a few good laughs. Meet new friends and reconnect with old ones. \nAbout Startup TNT \nWe’re a community of entrepreneurs\, scientists\, investors\, innovators and startup supporters that gathers every week to have fun\, share stories\, and build great companies.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/startup-edmonton-propel-demo/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Innovation,Investment,Networking,Small Business,Startups,STEME,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210517T065752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T065752Z
UID:15781-1622030400-1622034000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:RainForest  LWOL - Digital Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:About this Event\n​Curious about what’s happening in the innovation ecosystem in Alberta? \n​Join us at Lunch Without Lunch every Wednesday to hear about the players\, events\, and news that are making our innovation ecosystem thrive. This weekly meeting is a regular check on the pulse of the community\, open to people of any age\, wage\, or stage of company. \n​May 26- This week we will be joined by Jasmine Palardy and Lee Ackerman of The SAIT School for Advanced Digital Technology as they ask\, “what does it mean to be digital?” and why not only nurturing – but also measuring – “Digital Intelligence” will accelerate our path to a thriving tech talent pool in Alberta.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/rainforest-lwol-digital-intelligence/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,STEME,Students,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210521T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210519T000822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210519T000822Z
UID:15796-1621594800-1621598400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Advances in AI and Genomics: Creating a Revolution in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:Advances in AI and Genomics: Creating a Revolution in Healthcare\n\nDescription \nThe Embassy of Mexico in Canada and the University of Alberta Precision Health Signature Area invite you to the webinar “Advances in AI and Genomics: Creating a Revolution in Healthcare” where we explore the promise of personalized healthcare—encompassing targeted treatments\, advanced diagnostics\, and large-scale analysis of (big) health data—for improved patient outcomes and sustainable health care systems of the future. In this one-hour webinar\, we will hear perspectives from experts from Canada\, Mexico and Brazil. \nModerated by Dr. Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell\, Dean\, Faculty of Science\, University of Alberta \nOpening Remarks by Alfonso Pompa Padilla\, Secretary of Innovation\, Science and Technology\, State of Jalisco\, Mexico \n\nTime \n\nMay 21\, 2021 11:00 AM in Edmonton
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/advances-in-ai-and-genomics-creating-a-revolution-in-healthcare/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Entrepreneurs,Health,Innovation,Learning,Science,STEME,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210518T235001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210518T235001Z
UID:15790-1621519200-1621522800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Cryptocurrencies
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to cryptocurrencies \nThursday\, May 20\, 2021 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | WEBINAR \nIn this introductory talk\, participants will get to learn about the genesis of Bitcoin and the reasons behind its meteoric growth. The goal of this presentation is to establish key foundational understanding of the digital asset ecosystem. \nSpeaker: Q Rasi\, ATB Financial \nIn this introductory talk\, participants will get to learn about the genesis of Bitcoin and the reasons behind its meteoric growth. The goal of this presentation is to establish key foundational understanding of the digital asset ecosystem. \nPresenter \nQ Rasi\, ATB Financial \nQ Rasi is the Director of Advisory Solutions within ATB and helped in the development of ATB’s crypto compliance program back in 2017. Q is a former post doctoral fellow\, PhD and a MBA in finance. Q is actively involved in the crypto ecosystem and currently researching institutional opportunities in the DeFi ecosystem.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/introduction-to-cryptocurrencies/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,BitCoin,Blockchain,Digital Transformation,Technology,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20210705T170000
DTSTAMP:20260611T080115
CREATED:20210127T000641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210127T000641Z
UID:15043-1620633600-1625504400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Alberta IoT Fast Track Program Cohort 3
DESCRIPTION:Apply to Enrol in the Fast Track Program\n\n\n\nAlberta IoT is dedicated to establishing Alberta as a worldwide leader in the Internet of Things (IoT).\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Alberta IoT Fast Track is a technology ecosystem program to help established businesses (in Calgary and surrounding areas) in IoT (running IoT as a business or leveraging IoT for their growth) to scale up\, gain access to resources\, and increase collaboration between tech sector businesses\, with the ultimate goal of creating new jobs\, expand operations\, and increasing revenue in Canada and abroad. \nWhat’s Involved\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Program Dates:\nCohort 1 – January 4 – February 26\, 2021\nCohort 2 – March 8 – May 3\, 2021\nCohort 3 – May 10 – July 5\, 2021 \n\n\n\nTraining Areas\n\nBusiness expansion modelling\nSales & Marketing\nSystems and processes\nSourcing New Digital Technologies\nR&D Process\nPR & Positioning IoT Business Voice To Take Centre Stage\nStrategic Funding and Resource Linking for Global Expansion\nBusiness Collaboration Project Planning\n\n\n\n\nCommitment\nThe Fast Track Program aims to provide the right support systems and education to increase revenue for IoT companies in Alberta and position these businesses to successfully expand globally. \nThis will be achieved through: \n\n8-week live business training program\n1 year mentorship with cohort\nWeekly training sessions with key resource partners\n1:1 coaching sessions over 1 year with quarterly check-ins
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/alberta-iot-fast-track-program-cohort-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Course,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,IoT,Leadership,Learning,Manufacturing & Exports,Marketing,Networking,Small Business,Technology,Webinar
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