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SUMMARY:University of Alberta Alumni Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Alumni Weekend\nCome back to campus\, reconnect with friends\, and be a part of the great things happening at the U of A.\nPlan Your Visit\nFind out all you need to know about visiting campus for Alumni Weekend — where to stay\, where to park\, where to eat\, how to buy official alumni merchandise and much more! \nLearn more \nWhat’s On?\nBrowse Events Listing \nSignature Events\n  \nThursday\, Sept. 19 \nAlumni Awards \nFriday\, Sept. 20 \nClass of ’69 Cap ’n’ Gown \nWhat Will Your Legacy Be? \nGolden Bears Hockey & Block Party \nSaturday\, Sept. 21 \nKids on Campus \nU of A in a Day \nRelax Damn It! Keynote Lecture by Timothy Caulfield \nGolden Grads Dinner \nSunday\, Sept. 22 \nAlumni Weekend Concert
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/university-of-alberta-alumni-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Univeristy of Alberta\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AI / ML / Data Science,Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Research,Sustainability,Technology,The Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190918T113000
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SUMMARY:Lunchalytics
DESCRIPTION:Startup Edmonton \nWednesday\, September 18 at 11:45 AM \n\n\n\nAnalytics is the use of data and analysis to improve the performance of an organization. In other words\, it’s the search for a free lunch. Ergo\, we combine compelling speakers with a free lunch. \nThe topic this month is environmental analytics. \nSpeaker 1: Andrew Read\, City of Edmonton \nSpeaker 2: Evan DeLancey\, Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute \nFood starts at 1145\, speakers start at high noon. \nWe’ll see you there! \n\n\n\nhttps://www.meetup.com/startupedmonton/events/260656655/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/lunchalytics-2/
LOCATION:Startup Edmonton HQ\, 301\, 10359 - 104 Street\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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SUMMARY:Lunchalytics
DESCRIPTION:Startup Edmonton \nWednesday\, September 18 at 11:45 AM \n\n\n\nAnalytics is the use of data and analysis to improve the performance of an organization. In other words\, it’s the search for a free lunch. Ergo\, we combine compelling speakers with a free lunch. \nThe topic this month is environmental analytics. \nSpeaker 1: Andrew Read\, City of Edmonton \nSpeaker 2: Evan DeLancey\, Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute \nFood starts at 1145\, speakers start at high noon. \nWe’ll see you there! \n\n\n\nhttps://www.meetup.com/startupedmonton/events/260656655/
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/lunchalytics-2-2/
LOCATION:Startup Edmonton HQ\, 301\, 10359 - 104 Street\, Edmonton\, AB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190917T190000
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SUMMARY:ICD Fall Governance Event
DESCRIPTION:As CEO at AIMCo\, Kevin Uebelein has a unique lens on the economic picture across Alberta\, the availability  of investment capital in the province\, and the role that  good governance must play. He will provide an insightful and candid look at the opportunities and threats that businesses across Edmonton and Northern Alberta face\, as the provincial government endeavours to build a diversified economic base and a sustainable government spending plan. \nSPEAKER \nKevin Uebelein joined the Alberta Investment Management Corporation as Chief Executive Officer in January 2015. AIMCo is responsible for managing over $115 billion of pension and endowment assets. \nPrior to joining AIMCo\, Mr. Uebelein was President and Chief Executive Officer of Pyramis Global Advisors\, the institutionally-focused asset management unit of Fidelity Investments\, holding assets in excess of USD 200 billion. He was also the Global Head of Investment Solutions at Fidelity Investments. Previously\, Mr. Uebelein held a variety of positions with Prudential Financial Inc.\, including Head of Alternative Investments\, and culminating as Chief Investment Officer for International Operations. \nMr. Uebelein holds a Bachelor of Accounting from Harding University\, and an MBA from Rice University. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and holds the ICD.D designation. Mr. Uebelein is on the board of the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance (“CCGG”) and is the Chairman of The AIMCo Foundation\, which supports financial education.\nREGISTER INSCRIRE \nSeptember 17\, 2019 \nRegistration:  3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.\nSession: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.\nReception: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. \nJW Marriott Edmonton\nWayne Gretzky Ballroom C\n10344 102 Street\nEdmonton\, Alberta \nMember: $50 +tax (price applies to guests also)\nNon-member: $100 +tax \nEdmonton Chapter Canada \nJoline Veitch\nedmontoninfo@icd.ca
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/icd-fall-governance-event/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Hotel\, 10344 102 St NW\,\, Edmonton\,\, AB\, T5J 0K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Board of Directors,Education,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Government,Industry,Leadership,Learning,Networking
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SUMMARY:ICD Fall Governance Event
DESCRIPTION:As CEO at AIMCo\, Kevin Uebelein has a unique lens on the economic picture across Alberta\, the availability  of investment capital in the province\, and the role that  good governance must play. He will provide an insightful and candid look at the opportunities and threats that businesses across Edmonton and Northern Alberta face\, as the provincial government endeavours to build a diversified economic base and a sustainable government spending plan. \nSPEAKER \nKevin Uebelein joined the Alberta Investment Management Corporation as Chief Executive Officer in January 2015. AIMCo is responsible for managing over $115 billion of pension and endowment assets. \nPrior to joining AIMCo\, Mr. Uebelein was President and Chief Executive Officer of Pyramis Global Advisors\, the institutionally-focused asset management unit of Fidelity Investments\, holding assets in excess of USD 200 billion. He was also the Global Head of Investment Solutions at Fidelity Investments. Previously\, Mr. Uebelein held a variety of positions with Prudential Financial Inc.\, including Head of Alternative Investments\, and culminating as Chief Investment Officer for International Operations. \nMr. Uebelein holds a Bachelor of Accounting from Harding University\, and an MBA from Rice University. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)\, and holds the ICD.D designation. Mr. Uebelein is on the board of the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance (“CCGG”) and is the Chairman of The AIMCo Foundation\, which supports financial education.\nREGISTER INSCRIRE \nSeptember 17\, 2019 \nRegistration:  3:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.\nSession: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.\nReception: 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. \nJW Marriott Edmonton\nWayne Gretzky Ballroom C\n10344 102 Street\nEdmonton\, Alberta \nMember: $50 +tax (price applies to guests also)\nNon-member: $100 +tax \nEdmonton Chapter Canada \nJoline Veitch\nedmontoninfo@icd.ca
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/icd-fall-governance-event-2/
LOCATION:JW Marriott Hotel\, 10344 102 St NW\,\, Edmonton\,\, AB\, T5J 0K9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Board of Directors,Education,Entrepreneurs,Governance,Government,Industry,Leadership,Learning,Networking
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SUMMARY:Launch of the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Canadian innovator and entrepreneur in life sciences or healthcare?\nDo you have a product or technology you would like to showcase?\nAre you seeking mentoring and guidance to advance your innovation?\nAre you a service provider or organization that works with start-ups and entrepreneurs?\n\nIf yes\, then you need to attend the next Health City breakfast and learn more about the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program! \nThe Canada Trade Commissioner Service\, in partnership with Chicago Innovation Mentors at MATTER.health\, is in it’s 6th year of offering the Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)\, a tailor-made mentoring program focused on life sciences and healthcare innovators working in pharmaceuticals\, health IT and medical devices. \nThe 2020 C2MP is operating as a Canadian Technology Accelerator pilot. The program catalyzes the local Chicago life sciences ecosystem to accelerate technology commercialization opportunities in the Chicago area (and the US market) by matching experienced and supportive mentoring teams with early stage innovators. \nAt our breakfast\, you’ll hear from Harald Steltzer\, Co-Founder and CEO of NoMo Diagnostics Inc. and one of the Chicago Mentors\, as well as representatives from the Alberta companies that have participated in the program. Plus\, meet Laura Dalby\, Consul and Trade Commissioner (Chicago)\, who manages the program to find out more about the application process and what’s new this year. Laura Dalby works with Chantal Glass\, Life Sciences Trade Commissioner in Chicago\, to deliver the program. \nDon’t miss this morning of networking and information! \nProgram:\n7:00 – 7:45 Breakfast and networking\n7:45 – 9:00 Speakers and panel\n9:00 – 9:30 Networking and close \nMore about our speakers: \nAlberta companies who have participated in the C2MP program: \nElsius \nHealth Gauge \nUmay \nRunWithIt Synthetics \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/launch-of-the-2020-canada-chicago-mentoring-program-c2mp/
LOCATION:Matrix Hotel\, 10640 - 100 avenue\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Government,Health,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190913T090000
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SUMMARY:Launch of the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Canadian innovator and entrepreneur in life sciences or healthcare?\nDo you have a product or technology you would like to showcase?\nAre you seeking mentoring and guidance to advance your innovation?\nAre you a service provider or organization that works with start-ups and entrepreneurs?\n\nIf yes\, then you need to attend the next Health City breakfast and learn more about the 2020 Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program! \nThe Canada Trade Commissioner Service\, in partnership with Chicago Innovation Mentors at MATTER.health\, is in it’s 6th year of offering the Canada-Chicago Mentoring Program (C2MP)\, a tailor-made mentoring program focused on life sciences and healthcare innovators working in pharmaceuticals\, health IT and medical devices. \nThe 2020 C2MP is operating as a Canadian Technology Accelerator pilot. The program catalyzes the local Chicago life sciences ecosystem to accelerate technology commercialization opportunities in the Chicago area (and the US market) by matching experienced and supportive mentoring teams with early stage innovators. \nAt our breakfast\, you’ll hear from Harald Steltzer\, Co-Founder and CEO of NoMo Diagnostics Inc. and one of the Chicago Mentors\, as well as representatives from the Alberta companies that have participated in the program. Plus\, meet Laura Dalby\, Consul and Trade Commissioner (Chicago)\, who manages the program to find out more about the application process and what’s new this year. Laura Dalby works with Chantal Glass\, Life Sciences Trade Commissioner in Chicago\, to deliver the program. \nDon’t miss this morning of networking and information! \nProgram:\n7:00 – 7:45 Breakfast and networking\n7:45 – 9:00 Speakers and panel\n9:00 – 9:30 Networking and close \nMore about our speakers: \nAlberta companies who have participated in the C2MP program: \nElsius \nHealth Gauge \nUmay \nRunWithIt Synthetics \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/launch-of-the-2020-canada-chicago-mentoring-program-c2mp-2/
LOCATION:Matrix Hotel\, 10640 - 100 avenue\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Education,Entrepreneurs,Government,Health,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190913T170000
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SUMMARY:Alberta Blockchain Week - Events
DESCRIPTION:This landmark\, Calgary events week features renowned speakers providing an in-depth look at the latest developments in blockchain applications. This week will showcase the incredible progress emerging from blockchain technologies within our regional ecosystem. Each day of Alberta Blockchain Week highlights an important theme of the technology’s emerging potential for economic and social transformation. \nBe sure to check back as our list of participating events is still growing! Please contact info@albertablockchain.com if you would like to host an event during Alberta Blockchain Week.\nMonday\, September 9th\nTHE FUTURE OF ENERGY\nThe premiere day of Blockchain Week is focused on how blockchain technology has the power to create efficiencies\, streamline operations\, and cut costs in Alberta’s most important industry: Energy. \nEvents: \n9:00 – 17:00 – IQ Management – BUY TICKETS HERE\nLocation: Hyatt Calgary \nTickets for this event sold separately \nBITS\, BYTES\, AND BARRELS STRATEGIES ON DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE ENERGY SECTOR \nThe biggest challenge oil and gas companies face in addressing digital changes in the industry is equipping their people with a common base of understanding of digital. Without a common base of definitions\, terminology\, and frameworks\, organizations run the risk that their digital agenda will be defined by specific vendors which can have unintended consequences. Suppliers of technology\, IT professionals\, universities and consultants all use variants of their own proprietary approaches to digital that\, well-intentioned\, can create poor transparency\, bias and prejudice. Without a common base\, teams drift into silos\, management blocks innovation and Boards cannot execute their oversight role. \nTBD GuildOne\nTuesday\, September 10th\nBUILDING BLOCKS\nHow do we create the foundations for widespread knowledge of blockchain technologies relevance\, and make sure that everyone\, not just industry\, benefits from the technology? Learn about the basics of blockchain. \n16:00 – 18:00 Canadian Blockchain Association for Women (CBAW) – Private Event/Admittance with Summit VIP Ticket\nLocation: Deloitte 850 2 Street Southwest #700\, Calgary\, AB T2P 0R8 \nThe Building Blocks of Equality – \nWhat defines equality in Canada’s newly emerging digital economy? Participation. When it comes to the employment opportunities of the future in the technology industry\, at-risk groups such as young Indigenous women are in danger of being left behind. In a joint partnership between the ABC\, the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women and Blockchain for Indigenous Rights International\, this event will be announcing a new and critically important project to help form the foundations for equal participation in Canada’s fastest-growing job opportunities. \nWednesday\, September 11th\nDIGITAL ECONOMY\nEconomic transformation requires innovative\, new mediums of exchange. Day 3 gives an exciting look at the latest developments in blockchain technology-based currencies\, and how the technology can be used as the foundation for the future of exchange markets. \nEvents \n13:00 – 15:00 Alberta Counsel – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nIndustry roundtable with government \n15:00 – 17:00  BitVo and Crypto Mags – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOperating in a Post-Quadriga World: protect your crypto & your privacy Lessons Learned – Industry Best Practices \nDespite the Canadian crypto wild west is being slowly tamed with regulations\, consumer risks remain. Join industry experts and crypto veterans for an educational session on how to avoid common pitfalls and how to better protect your privacy. You’ll learn useful tips on how to avoid exchange failures\, SIM hacks and scammers\, how to safeguard your crypto-assets and private keys\, and how to better manage your privacy from Pam Draper\, the CEO of Bitvo Cryptocurrency Exchange\, and Magdalena Gronowska\, Partner at MetaMesh and an Inspector in the QuadrigaCX bankruptcy. This session will be interactive – questions from attendees are welcome! \nThis session will also dive down into the lessons learned from the $200 million failure of Canada’s largest cryptocurrency Exchange and what the industry is doing to better protect consumers. \n17:30 – 19:00 – Alberta Blockchain VIP Reception\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOpen to Summit VIP ticket holders and Alberta Blockchain Week pass holders. \nJoin our Summit speakers and sponsors for an evening with canapes and cocktails. \nThursday\, September 12th\n9:00 – 17:00 – BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT – Get Tickets Here \nTickets for this event sold separately \n \nThis world-class\, day-long event shines a light on major themes and developments in blockchain technology\, with panels on how the technology is evolving diverse sectors including energy\, agriculture\, fintech\, and more. Featuring an internationally known expert as the keynote address. \nFriday\, September 13th\nDIGITAL CONFLUENCE\nBlockchain technologies’ hidden power is through its ability to enhance other innovations like machine learning and Io by providing a verified and shared database that creates the foundation for true digital transformation. \n9:00 – 11:00 – Blockchain Research Collaboration Workshop by YYChain – Register Here\nCome join the blockchain research community at the Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking at the University of Calgary and connect with the blockchain community that is interested in collaborating on research and early-stage initiatives. \nAttendees will learn about : \n\nCurrent research and blockchain initiatives\nSupport programs\nIndustry needs
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/alberta-blockchain-week-events/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Government,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Living
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SUMMARY:Alberta Blockchain Week - Events
DESCRIPTION:This landmark\, Calgary events week features renowned speakers providing an in-depth look at the latest developments in blockchain applications. This week will showcase the incredible progress emerging from blockchain technologies within our regional ecosystem. Each day of Alberta Blockchain Week highlights an important theme of the technology’s emerging potential for economic and social transformation. \nBe sure to check back as our list of participating events is still growing! Please contact info@albertablockchain.com if you would like to host an event during Alberta Blockchain Week.\nMonday\, September 9th\nTHE FUTURE OF ENERGY\nThe premiere day of Blockchain Week is focused on how blockchain technology has the power to create efficiencies\, streamline operations\, and cut costs in Alberta’s most important industry: Energy. \nEvents: \n9:00 – 17:00 – IQ Management – BUY TICKETS HERE\nLocation: Hyatt Calgary \nTickets for this event sold separately \nBITS\, BYTES\, AND BARRELS STRATEGIES ON DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN THE ENERGY SECTOR \nThe biggest challenge oil and gas companies face in addressing digital changes in the industry is equipping their people with a common base of understanding of digital. Without a common base of definitions\, terminology\, and frameworks\, organizations run the risk that their digital agenda will be defined by specific vendors which can have unintended consequences. Suppliers of technology\, IT professionals\, universities and consultants all use variants of their own proprietary approaches to digital that\, well-intentioned\, can create poor transparency\, bias and prejudice. Without a common base\, teams drift into silos\, management blocks innovation and Boards cannot execute their oversight role. \nTBD GuildOne\nTuesday\, September 10th\nBUILDING BLOCKS\nHow do we create the foundations for widespread knowledge of blockchain technologies relevance\, and make sure that everyone\, not just industry\, benefits from the technology? Learn about the basics of blockchain. \n16:00 – 18:00 Canadian Blockchain Association for Women (CBAW) – Private Event/Admittance with Summit VIP Ticket\nLocation: Deloitte 850 2 Street Southwest #700\, Calgary\, AB T2P 0R8 \nThe Building Blocks of Equality – \nWhat defines equality in Canada’s newly emerging digital economy? Participation. When it comes to the employment opportunities of the future in the technology industry\, at-risk groups such as young Indigenous women are in danger of being left behind. In a joint partnership between the ABC\, the Canadian Blockchain Association for Women and Blockchain for Indigenous Rights International\, this event will be announcing a new and critically important project to help form the foundations for equal participation in Canada’s fastest-growing job opportunities. \nWednesday\, September 11th\nDIGITAL ECONOMY\nEconomic transformation requires innovative\, new mediums of exchange. Day 3 gives an exciting look at the latest developments in blockchain technology-based currencies\, and how the technology can be used as the foundation for the future of exchange markets. \nEvents \n13:00 – 15:00 Alberta Counsel – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nIndustry roundtable with government \n15:00 – 17:00  BitVo and Crypto Mags – An ABC Sponsored Event\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOperating in a Post-Quadriga World: protect your crypto & your privacy Lessons Learned – Industry Best Practices \nDespite the Canadian crypto wild west is being slowly tamed with regulations\, consumer risks remain. Join industry experts and crypto veterans for an educational session on how to avoid common pitfalls and how to better protect your privacy. You’ll learn useful tips on how to avoid exchange failures\, SIM hacks and scammers\, how to safeguard your crypto-assets and private keys\, and how to better manage your privacy from Pam Draper\, the CEO of Bitvo Cryptocurrency Exchange\, and Magdalena Gronowska\, Partner at MetaMesh and an Inspector in the QuadrigaCX bankruptcy. This session will be interactive – questions from attendees are welcome! \nThis session will also dive down into the lessons learned from the $200 million failure of Canada’s largest cryptocurrency Exchange and what the industry is doing to better protect consumers. \n17:30 – 19:00 – Alberta Blockchain VIP Reception\nLocation: Alberta Blockchain Consortium Co-Share Office Suite 2020 633 6th ave SW\, Calgary \nOpen to Summit VIP ticket holders and Alberta Blockchain Week pass holders. \nJoin our Summit speakers and sponsors for an evening with canapes and cocktails. \nThursday\, September 12th\n9:00 – 17:00 – BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT – Get Tickets Here \nTickets for this event sold separately \n \nThis world-class\, day-long event shines a light on major themes and developments in blockchain technology\, with panels on how the technology is evolving diverse sectors including energy\, agriculture\, fintech\, and more. Featuring an internationally known expert as the keynote address. \nFriday\, September 13th\nDIGITAL CONFLUENCE\nBlockchain technologies’ hidden power is through its ability to enhance other innovations like machine learning and Io by providing a verified and shared database that creates the foundation for true digital transformation. \n9:00 – 11:00 – Blockchain Research Collaboration Workshop by YYChain – Register Here\nCome join the blockchain research community at the Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking at the University of Calgary and connect with the blockchain community that is interested in collaborating on research and early-stage initiatives. \nAttendees will learn about : \n\nCurrent research and blockchain initiatives\nSupport programs\nIndustry needs
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/alberta-blockchain-week-events-2/
LOCATION:Alberta
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Government,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Living
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190820T160000
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CREATED:20190816T232128Z
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SUMMARY:BizConnections NORTH: Taking Care of Your Biz & YOU
DESCRIPTION:Description\nJoin us at Work Nicer Beaver House for an afternoon panel discussion with local entrepreneurs sharing their stories\, experiences and how their own personal wellness has had an impact on their business. \nWe will then walk from Work Nicer to Alex Decoteau Park to take part in a wellness activity (weather permitting) followed by some connecting time. \nGuest Entrepreneurs: \n\nSusan Agrios\, Agrios Mindfitness\nJenipher Chitate\, Anchored Advisory Services\nLindsay Recknell\, Expert In Hope\nJillian Schecher\, Joy Coach & Photographer\, JS Studio\nJulianna Veldtman\, White Box Leadership\, Lifestyle Meditation\n\nGuided Activities: \n\nOpen to all. No prior meditation experience required.\nBring a yoga mat and some comfortable clothes to move in. Please be sure you are wearing shoes that you feel comfortable doing physical activity in.\nAll fitness levels welcome. Modifications provided.\n\nThe Art & Science of Meditation \nAs a Conscious Leadership Coach and Meditation teacher\, Julianna Veldtman will teach the art and science of meditation and the powerful role it plays in taking care of your well-being and supporting you and your business to become all it is here to be and do in this world. \nYou will learn: \n\nthe science of meditation\nthe benefits this has to you\, your business and your leadership in business and life\nthe many ways you can integrate a meditation practice that works for you\n\nMINDFITNESS Breaks: Quick Techniques to Create a Calm\, Focused & Fit Lifestyle\nMindfitness: the condition of being mentally\, emotionally and physically healthy \nDeveloped by Susan Agrios\, MINDFITNESS combines Mindfulness and Fitness to create MINDFITNESS. Come join us to experience MINDFITNESS techniques and learn how to integrate this into your daily life so you can lead a healthier life physically\, mentally\, emotionally and socially. \nIf you’re up for the challenge we will also begin Day 1 of the 40 Day beKIND Mindfulness Challenge so you too can join our Mindfulness Movement of over 17\,000 kids\, teens and adults. The MINDFITNESS kit will be released in the fall of 2019 and the next MINDFITNESS Training will be in the fall of 2019. \nWe look forward to having you join us for this event to learn how you can take care of your business and yourself from local entrepreneurs. \nCost: Free \nJoin us to create invaluable connections. \nPhotos will be taken at this event. If you would prefer that we don’t use your photos on social media or for promotional purposes\, please let a Business Link representative know at the event.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/bizconnections-north-taking-care-of-your-biz-you/
LOCATION:Working Nicer – Beaver House\, 10158 103 St NW – #100\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 0X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Health,Learning,LifeStyle,Living,Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190820T160000
DTSTAMP:20190816T232128Z
CREATED:20190816T232128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T232128Z
UID:13767-1566309600-1566316800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:BizConnections NORTH: Taking Care of Your Biz & YOU
DESCRIPTION:Description\nJoin us at Work Nicer Beaver House for an afternoon panel discussion with local entrepreneurs sharing their stories\, experiences and how their own personal wellness has had an impact on their business. \nWe will then walk from Work Nicer to Alex Decoteau Park to take part in a wellness activity (weather permitting) followed by some connecting time. \nGuest Entrepreneurs: \n\nSusan Agrios\, Agrios Mindfitness\nJenipher Chitate\, Anchored Advisory Services\nLindsay Recknell\, Expert In Hope\nJillian Schecher\, Joy Coach & Photographer\, JS Studio\nJulianna Veldtman\, White Box Leadership\, Lifestyle Meditation\n\nGuided Activities: \n\nOpen to all. No prior meditation experience required.\nBring a yoga mat and some comfortable clothes to move in. Please be sure you are wearing shoes that you feel comfortable doing physical activity in.\nAll fitness levels welcome. Modifications provided.\n\nThe Art & Science of Meditation \nAs a Conscious Leadership Coach and Meditation teacher\, Julianna Veldtman will teach the art and science of meditation and the powerful role it plays in taking care of your well-being and supporting you and your business to become all it is here to be and do in this world. \nYou will learn: \n\nthe science of meditation\nthe benefits this has to you\, your business and your leadership in business and life\nthe many ways you can integrate a meditation practice that works for you\n\nMINDFITNESS Breaks: Quick Techniques to Create a Calm\, Focused & Fit Lifestyle\nMindfitness: the condition of being mentally\, emotionally and physically healthy \nDeveloped by Susan Agrios\, MINDFITNESS combines Mindfulness and Fitness to create MINDFITNESS. Come join us to experience MINDFITNESS techniques and learn how to integrate this into your daily life so you can lead a healthier life physically\, mentally\, emotionally and socially. \nIf you’re up for the challenge we will also begin Day 1 of the 40 Day beKIND Mindfulness Challenge so you too can join our Mindfulness Movement of over 17\,000 kids\, teens and adults. The MINDFITNESS kit will be released in the fall of 2019 and the next MINDFITNESS Training will be in the fall of 2019. \nWe look forward to having you join us for this event to learn how you can take care of your business and yourself from local entrepreneurs. \nCost: Free \nJoin us to create invaluable connections. \nPhotos will be taken at this event. If you would prefer that we don’t use your photos on social media or for promotional purposes\, please let a Business Link representative know at the event.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/bizconnections-north-taking-care-of-your-biz-you-2/
LOCATION:Working Nicer – Beaver House\, 10158 103 St NW – #100\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 0X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Health,Learning,LifeStyle,Living,Networking
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190725T190000
DTSTAMP:20190723T064455Z
CREATED:20190712T020051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T064455Z
UID:8301-1564074000-1564081200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Blockchain AML Compliance in Canada - Postponed to September 2019
DESCRIPTION:This Event has been postponed to September 2019  Watch for new dates soon! \nThe Alberta Blockchain Consortium is a non profit corporation aimed at promoting and uniting the blockchain industry within our province. Our events are open to the public and all are welcome. We wish to educate and create an inclusive environment for networking\, business development\, and cross sector collaboration. \nOur Edmonton meet ups are every last Thursday of the month. We provide food\, wine\, non alcoholic beverages and conversation about blockchain. We prefer to engage our speakers in an interview\, panel\, or debate instead of having presentations. \nThis month’s topic: \nThe rules for crypto companies in Canada are changing. Last year\, changes to Canada’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations were published. Once made final\, these regulations will apply to “dealers in virtual currency” (including exchanges\, brokerages\, and BTM operators). Learn about what this will mean for Canadian businesses with the AML geeks from Outlier Compliance Group.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/blockchain-aml-compliance-in-canada/
LOCATION:MNP Tower\, 10235 101St N.W. Suite 1500\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 0H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Government,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190725T190000
DTSTAMP:20190712T020051Z
CREATED:20190712T020051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T020051Z
UID:13762-1564074000-1564081200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Blockchain AML Compliance in Canada - Postponed to September 2019
DESCRIPTION:This Event has been postponed to September 2019  Watch for new dates soon! \nThe Alberta Blockchain Consortium is a non profit corporation aimed at promoting and uniting the blockchain industry within our province. Our events are open to the public and all are welcome. We wish to educate and create an inclusive environment for networking\, business development\, and cross sector collaboration. \nOur Edmonton meet ups are every last Thursday of the month. We provide food\, wine\, non alcoholic beverages and conversation about blockchain. We prefer to engage our speakers in an interview\, panel\, or debate instead of having presentations. \nThis month’s topic: \nThe rules for crypto companies in Canada are changing. Last year\, changes to Canada’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations were published. Once made final\, these regulations will apply to “dealers in virtual currency” (including exchanges\, brokerages\, and BTM operators). Learn about what this will mean for Canadian businesses with the AML geeks from Outlier Compliance Group.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/blockchain-aml-compliance-in-canada-2/
LOCATION:MNP Tower\, 10235 101St N.W. Suite 1500\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 0H8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Government,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T110000
DTSTAMP:20190720T052534Z
CREATED:20190720T052534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190720T052534Z
UID:8340-1563958800-1563966000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Info Session: The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Info Session: The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups\nJuly 24\, 2019. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nCloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses function. Without the need for onsite infrastructure\, cloud technologies enable tech entrepreneurs to build\, test\, prototype\, and commercialize their products and services to easily scale globally. In this session\, attendees will learn about the latest developments and trends in the cloud landscape and will also learn how they can benefit from CANARIE’s DAIR Cloud program\, a free\, federally-supported program for Canadian startups. More than 1200 startups have already used the DAIR Cloud\, saving themselves operating and capital expenses as they developed and tested their new ideas on the service. \nAttendees will also hear about the latest developments in the DAIR Program\, including a service that allows them to benefit from the expertise of experienced Canadian startups in key emerging technologies to minimize learning in a cost-free environment. Visit https://canarie.ca/cloudfor more information. \nAbout the Presenter – Tom Vitez\, Senior Director\, Technology Innovation\, CANARIE \nTom has led a 25+ year career in the technology sector and joined CANARIE in May\, 2017 as the Senior Director of Technology Innovation. In this role\, Tom is accountable for services that support private sector innovation and strengthen identity and access management in higher education. Tom regularly participates in conferences and events to ensure that CANARIE’s programs and services align with the evolving needs of this community. Prior to joining CANARIE\, Tom fulfilled many roles and responsibilities for a software consulting startup\, Headwall Software\, which was acquired in 2012 by BackOffice Associates. Prior to this\, Tom held various positions at startups and Fortune 500 companies\, including Avaya\, Hummingbird/OpenText\, Cognos/IBM and March Networks. In his spare time\, Tom enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid sports and music enthusiast.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/info-session-the-cloud-landscape-free-dair-cloud-for-canadian-startups/
LOCATION:TEC Edmonton\, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 4P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Government,Innovation,Learning,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T110000
DTSTAMP:20190720T052534Z
CREATED:20190720T052534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190720T052534Z
UID:13764-1563958800-1563966000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Info Session: The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Info Session: The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups\nJuly 24\, 2019. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.\nCloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses function. Without the need for onsite infrastructure\, cloud technologies enable tech entrepreneurs to build\, test\, prototype\, and commercialize their products and services to easily scale globally. In this session\, attendees will learn about the latest developments and trends in the cloud landscape and will also learn how they can benefit from CANARIE’s DAIR Cloud program\, a free\, federally-supported program for Canadian startups. More than 1200 startups have already used the DAIR Cloud\, saving themselves operating and capital expenses as they developed and tested their new ideas on the service. \nAttendees will also hear about the latest developments in the DAIR Program\, including a service that allows them to benefit from the expertise of experienced Canadian startups in key emerging technologies to minimize learning in a cost-free environment. Visit https://canarie.ca/cloudfor more information. \nAbout the Presenter – Tom Vitez\, Senior Director\, Technology Innovation\, CANARIE \nTom has led a 25+ year career in the technology sector and joined CANARIE in May\, 2017 as the Senior Director of Technology Innovation. In this role\, Tom is accountable for services that support private sector innovation and strengthen identity and access management in higher education. Tom regularly participates in conferences and events to ensure that CANARIE’s programs and services align with the evolving needs of this community. Prior to joining CANARIE\, Tom fulfilled many roles and responsibilities for a software consulting startup\, Headwall Software\, which was acquired in 2012 by BackOffice Associates. Prior to this\, Tom held various positions at startups and Fortune 500 companies\, including Avaya\, Hummingbird/OpenText\, Cognos/IBM and March Networks. In his spare time\, Tom enjoys spending time with his family and is an avid sports and music enthusiast.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/info-session-the-cloud-landscape-free-dair-cloud-for-canadian-startups-2/
LOCATION:TEC Edmonton\, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 4P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Entrepreneurs,Government,Innovation,Learning,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T110000
DTSTAMP:20190719T014255Z
CREATED:20190719T014255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T014255Z
UID:8335-1563958800-1563966000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses function. Without the need for onsite infrastructure\, cloud technologies enable tech entrepreneurs to build\, test\, prototype\, and commercialize their products and services to easily scale globally. In this session\, attendees will learn about the latest developments and trends in the cloud landscape and will also learn how they can benefit from CANARIE’s DAIR Cloud program\, a free\, federally-supported program for Canadian startups. More than 1\,200 startups have already used the DAIR Cloud\, saving themselves operating and capital expenses as they developed and tested their new ideas on the service. \nAttendees will also hear about the latest developments in the DAIR Program\, including a service that allows them to benefit from the expertise of experienced Canadian startups in key emerging technologies to minimize learning in a cost-free environment.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-cloud-landscape-free-dair-cloud-for-canadian-startups/
LOCATION:TEC Edmonton\, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 4P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Media & Communications,Small Business,Technology,WorkPlace
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190724T110000
DTSTAMP:20190719T014255Z
CREATED:20190719T014255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T014255Z
UID:13763-1563958800-1563966000@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:The Cloud Landscape & Free DAIR Cloud for Canadian Startups
DESCRIPTION:Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses function. Without the need for onsite infrastructure\, cloud technologies enable tech entrepreneurs to build\, test\, prototype\, and commercialize their products and services to easily scale globally. In this session\, attendees will learn about the latest developments and trends in the cloud landscape and will also learn how they can benefit from CANARIE’s DAIR Cloud program\, a free\, federally-supported program for Canadian startups. More than 1\,200 startups have already used the DAIR Cloud\, saving themselves operating and capital expenses as they developed and tested their new ideas on the service. \nAttendees will also hear about the latest developments in the DAIR Program\, including a service that allows them to benefit from the expertise of experienced Canadian startups in key emerging technologies to minimize learning in a cost-free environment.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/the-cloud-landscape-free-dair-cloud-for-canadian-startups-2/
LOCATION:TEC Edmonton\, 4rth Floor Enterprise Square\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T5J 4P6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Media & Communications,Small Business,Technology,WorkPlace
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190712T160000
DTSTAMP:20190712T013250Z
CREATED:20190712T013250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T013250Z
UID:8292-1562940000-1562947200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Knowledge Exchange - MeetUP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cup of coffee or tea and participate in a casual conversation with our visiting experts. Come ready with your business questions\, and get ready to network with fellow entrepreneurs in the community.Expert Hours will be running at the from 2pm – 4pm. Feel free to drop in anytime during these hours.Please note this is not an opportunity to pitch your idea but rather to get some advice and meet the service provider resources available to you as an entrepreneur.Experts for July include:ATBAlberta Economic Trade And DevelopmentAlberta Women EntrepreneursBusiness Link
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/knowledge-exchange-meetup/
LOCATION:ATB Entrepreneur Centre YEG\, 4234 Calgary Trail NW\,\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6J 6Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Economy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Small Business
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190712T160000
DTSTAMP:20190712T013250Z
CREATED:20190712T013250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T013250Z
UID:13759-1562940000-1562947200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Knowledge Exchange - MeetUP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cup of coffee or tea and participate in a casual conversation with our visiting experts. Come ready with your business questions\, and get ready to network with fellow entrepreneurs in the community.Expert Hours will be running at the from 2pm – 4pm. Feel free to drop in anytime during these hours.Please note this is not an opportunity to pitch your idea but rather to get some advice and meet the service provider resources available to you as an entrepreneur.Experts for July include:ATBAlberta Economic Trade And DevelopmentAlberta Women EntrepreneursBusiness Link
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/knowledge-exchange-meetup-2/
LOCATION:ATB Entrepreneur Centre YEG\, 4234 Calgary Trail NW\,\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, T6J 6Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Economy,Entrepreneurs,Finance,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,Small Business
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T170000
DTSTAMP:20190705T055535Z
CREATED:20190705T055535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T055535Z
UID:8233-1562585400-1562950800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Calgary's 4th Annual Innovation Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Join 150 like-minded entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and problem solvers at Calgary’s 4th Annual Innovation Rodeo. \nThe Innovation Rodeo is five afternoons of keynote speakers\, panel discussions with successful entrepreneurs\, Innovation Challenges where participants compete for $6\,000 in cash\, and first-time entrepreneurs compete in a $25\,000 pitch competition. \nTickets start at $30 and include a lunch buffet so come for one afternoon or come for them all. \nRECEIVE A FREE COPY OF Whale Hunting: How to Land Big Sales and Transform Your Company by Monday’s speaker Barbara Weaver Smith by being one of the first 100 to purchase a ticket. \nLearn from speakers and highly successful entrepreneurs how to start or buy a successful business\, how to get big customers faster and how to enter new markets sooner. \nThe Innovation Rodeo connects some of Alberta’s most promising entrepreneurs\, brightest innovators newest changemakers and best problem solvers so everyone can exchange ideas\, build new skills\, establish new relationships\, and help each other create and commercialize new products and services. \nAt the end of each day\, promising first-time entrepreneurs compete for $25\,000 in cash via a series of regional pitch competitions that culminate with the provincial finals on Friday afternoon. \nLooking to start a new company\, launch a new product or enter a new market\, the Innovation Rodeo is the place to be. \nYou do not need to attend all three of a day’s events. Feel free to come for lunch and take in the Innovation Challenge or take in the Innovation Challenge and stay for the pitch competition\, beverages\, and networking. \nProceeds from the Innovation Rodeo go towards 150 Startups which supports aspiring and first-time entrepreneurs in colleges and universities across Alberta.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/calgarys-4th-annual-innovation-rodeo/
LOCATION:Bow Valley College\, S2009\, 2nd Floor - South Campus\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 4V1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190708T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T170000
DTSTAMP:20190705T055535Z
CREATED:20190705T055535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T055535Z
UID:13751-1562585400-1562950800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:Calgary's 4th Annual Innovation Rodeo
DESCRIPTION:Join 150 like-minded entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and problem solvers at Calgary’s 4th Annual Innovation Rodeo. \nThe Innovation Rodeo is five afternoons of keynote speakers\, panel discussions with successful entrepreneurs\, Innovation Challenges where participants compete for $6\,000 in cash\, and first-time entrepreneurs compete in a $25\,000 pitch competition. \nTickets start at $30 and include a lunch buffet so come for one afternoon or come for them all. \nRECEIVE A FREE COPY OF Whale Hunting: How to Land Big Sales and Transform Your Company by Monday’s speaker Barbara Weaver Smith by being one of the first 100 to purchase a ticket. \nLearn from speakers and highly successful entrepreneurs how to start or buy a successful business\, how to get big customers faster and how to enter new markets sooner. \nThe Innovation Rodeo connects some of Alberta’s most promising entrepreneurs\, brightest innovators newest changemakers and best problem solvers so everyone can exchange ideas\, build new skills\, establish new relationships\, and help each other create and commercialize new products and services. \nAt the end of each day\, promising first-time entrepreneurs compete for $25\,000 in cash via a series of regional pitch competitions that culminate with the provincial finals on Friday afternoon. \nLooking to start a new company\, launch a new product or enter a new market\, the Innovation Rodeo is the place to be. \nYou do not need to attend all three of a day’s events. Feel free to come for lunch and take in the Innovation Challenge or take in the Innovation Challenge and stay for the pitch competition\, beverages\, and networking. \nProceeds from the Innovation Rodeo go towards 150 Startups which supports aspiring and first-time entrepreneurs in colleges and universities across Alberta.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/calgarys-4th-annual-innovation-rodeo-2/
LOCATION:Bow Valley College\, S2009\, 2nd Floor - South Campus\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2G 4V1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Digital Transformation,Education,Entrepreneurs,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Networking,Small Business,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190619T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190619T190000
DTSTAMP:20190602T231645Z
CREATED:20190602T231645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T231645Z
UID:8046-1560961800-1560970800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:SupperLytics @ CKUA
DESCRIPTION:fter 5 years of Lunchalytics\, we thought we would end this season with a celebration! Instead of our usual lunchtime event\, we will be hosting an evening event at the CKUA performance space.Our format will remain\, with two great speakers presenting on data and analytics.Event format4:45 – Arrival and reception (Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be available)5:15 – Speaker 1: Russ Greiner – How AI is revolutionizing medical science6:00 – Speaker 2: Dr. Louis Francescutti – Healthcare from the frontlines7:00 – event conclusionWe look forward to seeing you there or you can follow on the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZGLMWKugrw
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/supperlytics-ckua/
LOCATION:CKUA
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Health,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Living,Networking,Science,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190619T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190619T190000
DTSTAMP:20190602T231645Z
CREATED:20190602T231645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T231645Z
UID:13734-1560961800-1560970800@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:SupperLytics @ CKUA
DESCRIPTION:fter 5 years of Lunchalytics\, we thought we would end this season with a celebration! Instead of our usual lunchtime event\, we will be hosting an evening event at the CKUA performance space.Our format will remain\, with two great speakers presenting on data and analytics.Event format4:45 – Arrival and reception (Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be available)5:15 – Speaker 1: Russ Greiner – How AI is revolutionizing medical science6:00 – Speaker 2: Dr. Louis Francescutti – Healthcare from the frontlines7:00 – event conclusionWe look forward to seeing you there or you can follow on the livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZGLMWKugrw
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/supperlytics-ckua-2/
LOCATION:CKUA
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Health,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Living,Networking,Science,Technology
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190612T133000
DTSTAMP:20190602T225002Z
CREATED:20190602T224844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T225002Z
UID:8029-1560337200-1560346200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:10th anniversary of the 1000 Women: A Million Possibilities
DESCRIPTION:10th anniversary of the 1000 Women: A Million Possibilities Fundraising Luncheon. \nThis is your chance to join a movement with momentum. A movement of women and men providing hope\, inspiration and opportunity to NorQuest College students through their generous donations. It all starts with your decision to attend this year’s luncheon and to give as generously as you can. \nWhether you’ve been with us since the start\, or are just hearing about the amazing work that 1000 Women: A Million Possibilities has achieved in the last decade\, your presence and support is truly appreciated \nWed Jun 12\, 2019 11am – 1:30pm Mountain Time – Edmonton \nEdmonton Convention Centre\, 9797 Jasper Ave\, Edmonton\, AB T5J 1N9\, Canada (map) \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/8029/
LOCATION:Edmonton Convention Centre
CATEGORIES:Education,Learning,Social Innovation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190612T133000
DTSTAMP:20190602T224844Z
CREATED:20190602T224844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T224844Z
UID:13730-1560337200-1560346200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:10th anniversary of the 1000 Women: A Million Possibilities
DESCRIPTION:10th anniversary of the 1000 Women: A Million Possibilities Fundraising Luncheon. \nThis is your chance to join a movement with momentum. A movement of women and men providing hope\, inspiration and opportunity to NorQuest College students through their generous donations. It all starts with your decision to attend this year’s luncheon and to give as generously as you can. \nWhether you’ve been with us since the start\, or are just hearing about the amazing work that 1000 Women: A Million Possibilities has achieved in the last decade\, your presence and support is truly appreciated \nWed Jun 12\, 2019 11am – 1:30pm Mountain Time – Edmonton \nEdmonton Convention Centre\, 9797 Jasper Ave\, Edmonton\, AB T5J 1N9\, Canada (map) \n 
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/8029-2/
LOCATION:Edmonton Convention Centre
CATEGORIES:Education,Learning,Social Innovation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T170000
DTSTAMP:20190602T231045Z
CREATED:20190602T231045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T231045Z
UID:13733-1560326400-1560445200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:NAIT Productivity & Innovation Centre
DESCRIPTION:Regional Session – Edmonton 2019\n\nWednesday\, June-12-19 – Thursday\, June-13-19\nNAIT Productivity and Innovation Centre \n10210 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW\nEdmonton\, Alberta T5G 0Y2\nCanada \n647-999-4765\n\nPhone: 647-999-4765\nEmail Us\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nEVENT ​SUMMARY \nWHAT ​SHOULD ​YOU ​ATTEND? ​ \nDay ​One:\nThe ​Tour ​is ​for ​anybody ​interested ​in ​networking ​and ​taking ​the ​CanBIM ​Project ​Site ​Tour. ​The ​Meet ​& ​Greet ​is ​an ​opportunity ​get ​connected ​with ​other ​event ​attendees. ​All ​registrants ​are ​welcome ​to ​attend ​the ​Meet ​& ​Greet. \nDay ​Two:\nThe ​Morning ​Sessions ​cater ​to ​Technology ​Practitioners. ​Learn ​about ​technologies ​and ​processes ​that ​will ​assist ​you ​in ​your ​daily ​activities ​and ​processes. ​All ​practitioners ​looking ​to ​develop ​their ​knowledge ​around ​technology ​should ​attend ​the ​Morning ​Sessions. ​Includes ​Breakfast ​& ​Lunch. \nThe ​Afternoon ​Sessions ​cater ​to ​Executive ​Leaders ​and ​business ​decision ​makers ​who ​are ​driving ​the ​direction ​at ​their ​organizations. ​All ​are ​encouraged ​to ​attend. ​Includes ​Lunch ​& ​Reception. ​ \nThe ​Meets ​& ​Eats ​Dinner ​are ​a ​curated ​opportunity ​to ​network ​with ​other ​industry ​leaders. ​All ​are ​welcome ​to ​attend. ​ ​ ​ \nDAY ​ONE\n_______________________________________________________ \n8:00AM ​- ​4:30PM\nCanBIM ​Project ​Site ​Tour ​ ​\n(Tour ​times ​subject ​to ​change)\nCanBIM ​Tours ​include ​a ​project ​orientation ​and ​presentation ​prior ​to ​a ​guided ​tour. ​ \n6:00PM ​- ​8:00PM\nCanBIM ​”Meet ​& ​Greet” ​\n(FREE ​to ​All ​Event ​Registrants) \nCome ​kick ​off ​the ​Regional ​Session ​at ​our ​Opening ​Meet ​& ​Greet. ​This ​is ​a ​great ​opportunity ​to ​connect ​with ​other ​conference ​attendees ​and ​colleagues ​in ​a ​casual ​relaxed ​atmosphere. ​Attire ​is ​business ​casual. \nDAY ​TWO\n_______________________________________________________ \n8:00AM ​- ​1:15PM\nMorning ​Session ​- ​Technology ​Practitioners\nEvent ​attendees ​will ​have ​the ​opportunity ​to ​attend ​a ​Technology ​Information ​Session ​and ​the ​Technology ​Exhibition. ​Technology ​Information ​Sessions ​will ​focus ​on ​educational ​information ​tailored ​to ​the ​needs ​of ​industry ​practitioners\, ​these ​sessions ​will ​be ​available ​on ​a ​first ​come\, ​first ​serve ​basis. ​The ​Technology ​Exhibition ​will ​showcase ​products ​and ​services ​from ​leading ​technology ​companies. \n12:15PM ​- ​6:00PM\nAfternoon ​Session ​- ​Executive ​Speaker ​Series\nEvent ​attendees ​will ​hear ​from ​industry ​executives ​and ​senior ​management ​professionals ​about ​their ​vision ​and ​strategy ​around ​technology ​adoption ​and ​how ​technology ​is ​driving ​business ​value ​at ​their ​organization. ​ \n6:30PM ​- ​8:30PM\nExecutive ​”Meets ​& ​Eats” ​Dinner\nEvent ​attendees ​will ​have ​the ​chance ​to ​sit ​down ​and ​break ​bread ​with ​technology ​leaders. ​”Meets ​and ​Eats” ​is ​an ​intimate\, ​exclusive ​and ​curated ​opportunity ​to ​build ​your ​network. ​ \nPRICING\n_______________________________________________________\nMEMBERS ​\nTour ​​- ​​$40.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$225.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$225.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$135 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​​Access ​​$535.00 ​ \nNON-MEMBERS ​\nTour ​​- ​​$50.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$260.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$260.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$150 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​Access ​​$625.00 ​ \nSTUDENTS ​\nTour ​​- ​​$40.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$50.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$50.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$135 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​Access ​​$220.00 ​ \nGROUPS ​​(4 ​​or ​​more ​​Attendees) ​\nTour ​​- ​​$50.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$200.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$200.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$135 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​Access ​​$500.00 ​ \nEXHIBITORS ​​ ​\nMembers ​​- ​​$1250.00 ​\nNon-Members ​​- ​​$1600.00 ​
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/nait-productivity-innovation-centre-2/
LOCATION:NAIT Productivity Centre\, 10210 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Construction,Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Food,Government,Health,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Manufacturing & Exports,Networking,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T170000
DTSTAMP:20190602T231045Z
CREATED:20190602T231045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T231045Z
UID:8042-1560326400-1560445200@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:NAIT Productivity & Innovation Centre
DESCRIPTION:Regional Session – Edmonton 2019\n\nWednesday\, June-12-19 – Thursday\, June-13-19\nNAIT Productivity and Innovation Centre \n10210 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW\nEdmonton\, Alberta T5G 0Y2\nCanada \n647-999-4765\n\nPhone: 647-999-4765\nEmail Us\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nEVENT ​SUMMARY \nWHAT ​SHOULD ​YOU ​ATTEND? ​ \nDay ​One:\nThe ​Tour ​is ​for ​anybody ​interested ​in ​networking ​and ​taking ​the ​CanBIM ​Project ​Site ​Tour. ​The ​Meet ​& ​Greet ​is ​an ​opportunity ​get ​connected ​with ​other ​event ​attendees. ​All ​registrants ​are ​welcome ​to ​attend ​the ​Meet ​& ​Greet. \nDay ​Two:\nThe ​Morning ​Sessions ​cater ​to ​Technology ​Practitioners. ​Learn ​about ​technologies ​and ​processes ​that ​will ​assist ​you ​in ​your ​daily ​activities ​and ​processes. ​All ​practitioners ​looking ​to ​develop ​their ​knowledge ​around ​technology ​should ​attend ​the ​Morning ​Sessions. ​Includes ​Breakfast ​& ​Lunch. \nThe ​Afternoon ​Sessions ​cater ​to ​Executive ​Leaders ​and ​business ​decision ​makers ​who ​are ​driving ​the ​direction ​at ​their ​organizations. ​All ​are ​encouraged ​to ​attend. ​Includes ​Lunch ​& ​Reception. ​ \nThe ​Meets ​& ​Eats ​Dinner ​are ​a ​curated ​opportunity ​to ​network ​with ​other ​industry ​leaders. ​All ​are ​welcome ​to ​attend. ​ ​ ​ \nDAY ​ONE\n_______________________________________________________ \n8:00AM ​- ​4:30PM\nCanBIM ​Project ​Site ​Tour ​ ​\n(Tour ​times ​subject ​to ​change)\nCanBIM ​Tours ​include ​a ​project ​orientation ​and ​presentation ​prior ​to ​a ​guided ​tour. ​ \n6:00PM ​- ​8:00PM\nCanBIM ​”Meet ​& ​Greet” ​\n(FREE ​to ​All ​Event ​Registrants) \nCome ​kick ​off ​the ​Regional ​Session ​at ​our ​Opening ​Meet ​& ​Greet. ​This ​is ​a ​great ​opportunity ​to ​connect ​with ​other ​conference ​attendees ​and ​colleagues ​in ​a ​casual ​relaxed ​atmosphere. ​Attire ​is ​business ​casual. \nDAY ​TWO\n_______________________________________________________ \n8:00AM ​- ​1:15PM\nMorning ​Session ​- ​Technology ​Practitioners\nEvent ​attendees ​will ​have ​the ​opportunity ​to ​attend ​a ​Technology ​Information ​Session ​and ​the ​Technology ​Exhibition. ​Technology ​Information ​Sessions ​will ​focus ​on ​educational ​information ​tailored ​to ​the ​needs ​of ​industry ​practitioners\, ​these ​sessions ​will ​be ​available ​on ​a ​first ​come\, ​first ​serve ​basis. ​The ​Technology ​Exhibition ​will ​showcase ​products ​and ​services ​from ​leading ​technology ​companies. \n12:15PM ​- ​6:00PM\nAfternoon ​Session ​- ​Executive ​Speaker ​Series\nEvent ​attendees ​will ​hear ​from ​industry ​executives ​and ​senior ​management ​professionals ​about ​their ​vision ​and ​strategy ​around ​technology ​adoption ​and ​how ​technology ​is ​driving ​business ​value ​at ​their ​organization. ​ \n6:30PM ​- ​8:30PM\nExecutive ​”Meets ​& ​Eats” ​Dinner\nEvent ​attendees ​will ​have ​the ​chance ​to ​sit ​down ​and ​break ​bread ​with ​technology ​leaders. ​”Meets ​and ​Eats” ​is ​an ​intimate\, ​exclusive ​and ​curated ​opportunity ​to ​build ​your ​network. ​ \nPRICING\n_______________________________________________________\nMEMBERS ​\nTour ​​- ​​$40.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$225.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$225.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$135 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​​Access ​​$535.00 ​ \nNON-MEMBERS ​\nTour ​​- ​​$50.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$260.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$260.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$150 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​Access ​​$625.00 ​ \nSTUDENTS ​\nTour ​​- ​​$40.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$50.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$50.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$135 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​Access ​​$220.00 ​ \nGROUPS ​​(4 ​​or ​​more ​​Attendees) ​\nTour ​​- ​​$50.00 ​\nMorning ​​Session ​​$200.00 ​\nAfternoon ​​Session ​​$200.00 ​\nExecutive ​​”Meets ​​& ​​Eats” ​​Dinner ​​$135 ​\nDay ​2 ​All ​​Access ​​$500.00 ​ \nEXHIBITORS ​​ ​\nMembers ​​- ​​$1250.00 ​\nNon-Members ​​- ​​$1600.00 ​
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/nait-productivity-innovation-centre/
LOCATION:NAIT Productivity Centre\, 10210 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference,Construction,Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Food,Government,Health,Industry,Innovation,Learning,Manufacturing & Exports,Networking,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190605T133000
DTSTAMP:20190602T223532Z
CREATED:20190602T221859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T223532Z
UID:8019-1559736000-1559741400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:RainForest LWOL - Evergent Enterprises
DESCRIPTION:June 5th – David Oh of Evergent Enterprises Inc.\nDavid Oh is a corporate entrepreneur and technology executive with over 24 years of experience spanning a diverse industry background that includes startups\, airlines\, financial services\, health\, and the public sector. David is currently the CEO of Evergent Enterprises Inc\, is an Edmonton-based advisory firm committed to the applied development and acceleration of innovative Alberta- based digital technologies and capabilities. Evergent provides independent\, executive advisory services to public and private sector enterprises and develops the solutions\, strategies\, roadmaps\, and plans to deliver on digital business and technology transformation. Clients include Government of Alberta\, Edmonton Police Service\, City of Edmonton\, Oregon State Lottery\, and Ontario Ministry of Health. \nAgenda:\n\n11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)\n12:00 Welcome\n12:10 Who is in the Room?\n12:25 Entrepreneur Roundtables and Sharing Success Stories\n\n\n12:45 Networking
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/rainforest-yeg-lwol/
LOCATION:Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House)\, #100\, 10158 103 Street \,\, Edmonton\,\, AB\, T5J 0X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190605T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20190605T133000
DTSTAMP:20190602T221859Z
CREATED:20190602T221859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190602T221859Z
UID:13727-1559736000-1559741400@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:RainForest LWOL - Evergent Enterprises
DESCRIPTION:June 5th – David Oh of Evergent Enterprises Inc.\nDavid Oh is a corporate entrepreneur and technology executive with over 24 years of experience spanning a diverse industry background that includes startups\, airlines\, financial services\, health\, and the public sector. David is currently the CEO of Evergent Enterprises Inc\, is an Edmonton-based advisory firm committed to the applied development and acceleration of innovative Alberta- based digital technologies and capabilities. Evergent provides independent\, executive advisory services to public and private sector enterprises and develops the solutions\, strategies\, roadmaps\, and plans to deliver on digital business and technology transformation. Clients include Government of Alberta\, Edmonton Police Service\, City of Edmonton\, Oregon State Lottery\, and Ontario Ministry of Health. \nAgenda:\n\n11:45 Check In (bring your lunch!)\n12:00 Welcome\n12:10 Who is in the Room?\n12:25 Entrepreneur Roundtables and Sharing Success Stories\n\n\n12:45 Networking
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/rainforest-yeg-lwol-3/
LOCATION:Work Nicer Coworking (Beaver House)\, #100\, 10158 103 Street \,\, Edmonton\,\, AB\, T5J 0X6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneurs,Innovation,Learning,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190528T200000
DTSTAMP:20190430T012121Z
CREATED:20190430T011856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190430T012121Z
UID:7765-1559064600-1559073600@futurecite.com
SUMMARY:YPE & FutureCite Event: Imagine Your Future Community\, Company and City
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\n\nYoung Professionals in Energy and FutureCite Jointly Presents\nTedTalks: What will the world be like in 20 years (Future of Energy\, Transportation and Food Production) \nThe global world as we know it now is changing faster than we can adapt economically\, culturally and geopolitically. Throughout history\, human creativity and ingenuity have played key roles in overcoming past economic and industrial disruptions and upheavals within their jurisdictional borders. This digital transformation however is different\, as its impact and reach will be felt exponentially and simultaneously by the entire world – and will impact future Living\, Learning and Lifestyles. \nEvent Overview \nThe focus of this event is to engage the audience to “Imagine how they can play a role in the direction and adoption of AI to shape future Living and Lifestyles in their communities\, companies and cities. \nTopics and Invited Speakers \nFuture Living \n\nFuture of Energy (Power & Utilities & Energy) – William York\, ATCO\n\n\nAI\, sensors and devices (IoT) in everything and anything in communities\, companies and cities\, will enable the exponential connectivity & integration of products and services in\, and to homes and work hubs and with multiple sources of energy. Next generation will have different expectations in the access\, usage\, and preferences in their choices of products and services.\n\n\nFuture of Mobility (Transportation & Logistics) – Yeatland Wong\, Stantec\n\n\nAI\, and how we will travel from place to place and the impact it will have in the design of communities and cities. The adoption of Autonomous Vehicles\, the planning of Infrastructure from highways to hyperloops\, and from sky to sea to space will dramatically change the current definition of mobility\, as well as the energy source choices. Next generation of travelers and users of mobility products and services will consider time\, cost\, convenience and user experience.\n\nFuture Lifestyle \n\nFuture of Food – Speaker Invitation to ALES (UofA) Dr. Stan Blade \n\n\nAI is changing dramatically with in sensors in everything from satellite imaging for GPS and automated farming equipment in food production\, vertical farming and urban farming\, and options in energy sources. Next generation of young food producers will be looking at modernizing the farm without losing the values of why they produce\, distribute or retail food.\n\n Agenda \n5:30 PM Registration Opens \n6:00 PM Introduction \n6:05 PM Future of Energy \n6:20 PM 5 minute break to post ideas \n6:25 PM Future of Mobility \n6:40 PM 5 minute break to post ideas \n6:45 PM Future of Food \n7:00 PM 5 minute break to post ideas \n7:05 PM 20 minute break for networking\, food and refreshments \n7:30 PM Q&A Panel for 3 presenters \nEvent Closes \nSpeaker Bios \nFuture of Energy \nWilliam York P.Eng. \nHolding a Bachelor of Science with distinction in electrical engineering\, William is a professional engineer with more than five years of utility industry experience. including distribution automation and asset strategy engineer at ATCO electric. A member of ATCO’s Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence\, William also serves as Director of the Electric Vehicle Association of Alberta. \nFuture of Mobility \nYeatland Wong P.Eng. \nYeatland Wong is the Senior Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Engineer at Stantec Consulting. Yeatland has nearly 2 decades of experience in transportation engineering\, and is an expert in smart mobility and new transportation technologies. Prior to joining Stantec Consulting\, Yeatland was the Senior ITS Engineer for City of Calgary\, and was program manager for the City’s ITS Program. Yeatland is also an Executive for the Intelligent Transportation Systems Society of Canada. \nFuture of Food \nDr. Stan Blade\, Ph.D. Blade is Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural\, Life and Environmental Sciences (ALES) University of Alberta. Dr. Blade is a 2012 graduate of the Wharton Business School’s Executive Development Program (University of Pennsylvania) and his Ph.D. from Macdonald College of McGill University for plant breeding/cropping systems research completed at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA). He currently serves as a Trustee of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture\, a board member of the Alberta Cancer Foundation\, Edmonton Global\, Livestock Gentec and the Alberta Biodiversity Monitoring Institute. In 2018 Dr. Blade was elected as an International Fellow of the Royal Swedish Academy of Agriculture and Forestry. Dr. Stan Blade was founding Chief Executive Officer (2008-2014) of Alberta Innovates Bio Solutions. he also served as the Deputy Director General (Research) for the IITA. ALES is focused on teaching\, research and community service in its departments: Agriculture\, Food and Nutritional Sciences; Renewable Resources; Human Ecology; Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology and the University of Alberta Botanic Garden. \nFutureCite Inc \nFutureCite Inc launched FutureCite.com in 2018 as a way for Citizens\, Communities and Companies to imagine\, shape and navigate the digital transformation\, and to enable them to prepare for the impact that it will have on their future Living\, Learning and Lifestyle. Through FutureCite.com we provide a way for the 90% of Society to learn and share knowledge and experiences\, accelerate discovery on ideas and innovations\, and dialogue and collaborate to bridge the knowledge and skills gap arising from the digital transformation. This one-stop digital hub consists of 3 interconnected digital platforms: 1) Focus – a platform to learn and share knowledge and experiences through articles\, blogs and images 2) Flash – a platform to accelerate discovery and adoption of ideas and innovations through videos\, short articles and images\, and 3) Connect – a forum and private messaging platform to engage dialogue and collaborate on ideas\, initiatives\, or projects. FutureCite.com also hosts the Canada150in150 e-Book.
URL:https://futurecite.com/event/ype-futurecite-event-imagine-your-community-company-and-city/
LOCATION:Enbridge Centre\, 23 Floor Enbridge Centre\, 10175 101 St NW\,\, Edmonton\, Alberta\, AB T5J
CATEGORIES:Digital Transformation,Economy,Education,Energy,Entrepreneurs,Food,Health,Human Talent,Industry,Innovation,Leadership,Learning,LifeStyle,Living,Mobility,Networking,Research,Science,Small Business,Technology
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