Events | Backbone Magazine Events from Backbone Magazine en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Marqui webmaster@backbonemag.com webmaster@backbonemag.com mPower Business mPower Business 2012

mPower Business is a one day event covering the critical impacts wireless technologies are making on business productivity and consumer engagement. With 84% of Canadians carrying mobile devices, the enterprise's workforce and consumers are “mobile-enabled”. Planning your businesses’ mobility strategy is now a key success factor, and IT departments across North America have placed a top priority on driving productivity and service improvements through mobile-enabled applications. This one day conference will equip IT and business leaders to make critical decisions about their wireless strategies.]]> http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01201203.aspx Thu, 09 Feb 12 08:00:00 UT CanWIT BC Presents - Starting your Start up Industry research shows women who lead startups have a higher chance of succeeding than men. Why then, are women so underrepresented in the technology startup scene?

Founding your own tech company can be a daunting and elusive task. Brenda Bailey Gershkovitch knows this first hand as she has launched two of them: Silicon Sisters and Deep Fried Entertainment.

Brenda will explore the seemingly endless decisions to be made and questions to be answered—ranging from what type of legal entity to form, choosing your business partner(s) and how to know whether your idea is strong enough—to how to take those first steps and whether to draw a salary in the first year or go without.

In sharing her story of starting two successful technology companies and what she has learned from the process, CanWIT attendees will find out about:
  • Innovation – what does that really mean?
  • Growing your company – the pros and cons of organic versus staged growth strategies
  • The difference between being unfocussed and pivoting
  • Building culture – a few things to watch for
  • Black hat planning – things start out being exciting and positive, but can also go badly. How do you plan for the worst case scenario?
  • Building your supports
  • Building your team
  • Going all in
  • The challenge of work-life balance
  • What tools have proven helpful and sharing resources

Date:

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Time:

7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Location:

Segal Graduate School of Business, SFU
500 Granville St. (@Pender)
Vancouver, BC

Cost:

$15

Register:

Online at www.catawit.ca/chapters/BC/events/register.asp

]]> http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events02221201.aspx Wed, 22 Feb 12 08:00:00 UT Deloitte Predictions: Tech Trends for 2012? | YTA Keynote Luncheon 11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Richmond Hill Country Club | 8905 Bathurst St.

Forecasting the future presents many challenges, especially at a time of rapid development, integration and change. But with Deloitte's 6,000-strong global TMT practice behind him, Duncan Stewart is always well-prepared to offer clear insights grounded in industry-leading research.

Join us and explore emerging trends that will no-doubt have an impact on yours and all Canadian tech businesses in the years ahead.

Register Now]]> http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01211202.aspx Thu, 23 Feb 12 08:00:00 UT Canadian Internet Forum (CIF) - Online

Have your say about the Internet in Canada

We’re asking Canadians to share their thoughts on the development, deployment and governance of the Internet in Canada.

The Canadian Internet Forum – Online (CIF) is the place for Canadians to share their thoughts on the development, deployment and governance of the Internet in Canada.

Should I participate? Ask yourself these questions

    • What opportunities does the Internet present for Canada?
    • What are the challenges facing the Internet in Canada?
    • As a Canadian, what does the Internet offer me?
    • What are the obstacles you face when trying to take advantage of these opportunities?

    If these issues matter to you, we want to hear from you. If you have other issues related to Internet policy and governance in Canada, this is the place to share them.

    Each year, we host an in-person Canadian Internet Forum conference for thinkers and policy makers. In 2012, we are going to bring the ideas from this online forum to the Canadian Internet Forum. We will compile a report and share it with all conference delegates.


    How do I get started?

    To get started, click here to view the discussion topics. To join the conversation, you can create an account by clicking here.

    Need help in getting started? Contact the Canadian Internet Forum at mark.buell@cira.ca.

    The CIF-Online is operated by Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA). CIRA manages Canada’s .CA domain name registry, develops and implements policies that support Canada’s Internet community, and represents the .CA registry internationally the Canadian Internet.

    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events02021202.aspx Mon, 27 Feb 12 08:00:00 UT     Entertainment Law 2012 | Insight Entertainment Law Conference

    The distribution of media and entertainment content continues to evolve with technology and innovative strategies to attract viewers and generate revenue through product placement, integration and creation. Access to content has also considerably increased as consumers now have a broader range of choices available to them, creating competitive concerns for organizations who are trying to attain or retain their edge in this current economic state.

    In addition, amendments and changes to the Copyright Act and CRTC regulations have companies taking a second look at their processes and procedures to ensure compliance with the new and updated rules.

    This conference will offer a unique opportunity to debate all current issues that the entertainment industry is currently facing from a legal, regulatory, production and distribution point of view.

    You won’t want to miss this!

    Register for Entertainment Law]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events03051201.aspx Mon, 05 Mar 12 08:00:00 UT     CeBIT 2012 CeBIT as the heart of the digital world

    CeBIT is the digital industry's biggest, most international event. Thanks to its unique combination of exhibition, conferences, keynotes, corporate events and lounges, CeBIT represents an unrivaled tool for doing business and sealing deals.

    More than 4,200 companies from over 70 countries participated at CeBIT 2011, including many firms which returned after a break of several years, such as Xerox, Canon, Epson, Siemens Enterprise Communications, HP and Motorola.

    More on CeBIT
    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events12061201.aspx Tue, 06 Mar 12 08:00:00 UT     Digital Innovators' Summit 2012 The premiere international event for digital media is back, featuring yet again top notch speakers, innovators, sessions and exhibitors.  The motto of the upcoming Digital Innovators’ Summit, Consumer – Commerce – Community – Conversion, brings into focus the four “c’s” that will help publishers succeed in their digital efforts. 

    Over two days in Berlin, on 12-13 March 2012, the Digital Innovators’ Summit will inform and inspire you with knowledge, concepts and ideas that will make you more effective with your digital media efforts.

    More on Digital Innovators' Summit 2012]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01211204.aspx Mon, 12 Mar 12 07:00:00 UT     Social Media For Government - Ottawa 2012 | Advanced Learning Institute Complete Agenda Details:
    http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/social_media_govt_canada0312/index.htm


    SPEAKING ORGANIZATIONS:
    Hear practical advice, firsthand, on how to engage your employees and citizens by using social media from leading government agencies and organizations, including:

    1)  City of Oshawa, Ontario
    2)  Canadian Army
    3)  Regional Municipality of Niagara, Ontario
    4)  Canadian Red Cross
    5)  Sasktel
    6)  City of Regina, Saskatchewan
    7)  Canada Revenue Agency
    8)  Federation of Canadian Municipalities
    9)  Jive Software
    10)  Action Strategies
    11)  Thornley Fallis Group
    12)  Intersol Group Ltd.
    13)  Francis Loughheed Consulting
    14)  Purple Forge Inc.
    15)  KENDALL WOOD
    16)  Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
    17)  City of Brockville, Ontario

    DISCOUNTS for Social Media For Government:
    1)  EARLY BIRD Discount: Save $400 by January 19th.
    2)  RETURNING ATTENDEE Discount: Save $200 off your next registration.
    3)  TEAM Discount: Register 3 people & get a 4th seminar pass at no extra charge.

    To view the detailed agenda or to register:
    CALL: (773) 695-9400, x1 and ask for Mary Rose
    ONLINE: http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/social_media_govt_canada0312/index.htm

    (Please mention "EB1-C2" when registering to ensure early bird savings.)]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events03191201.aspx Mon, 19 Mar 12 07:00:00 UT     Strategic Recruiting and Employer Branding Canada Strategic Recruiting & Employer Branding Canada

    The Strategic Recruiting and Employer Branding conference will enable employers to re-purpose and re-focus recruiting efforts by advancing processes to adapt to evolving challenges within the current recruitment market. This conference will demonstrate how to align a truly integrated Strategic Recruitment Strategy to the multiple business units across the organization while building on internal bench strengths, the employer brand and successfully capturing valuable talent within national and global markets.

    For additional information please email ddrey@marcusevansch.com or visit http://www.marcusevansch.com/bb_srib]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events03201201.aspx Tue, 20 Mar 12 07:00:00 UT     Strategic Internal Communications 2012 | Advanced Learning Institute How To Use Social Media & Traditional Communications To Engage Your Employees, Drive Performance & Add Value

    March 26-29, 2012 - Vancouver, BC

    Attend this training todiscover actionable tools and breakthrough strategies to help you leverage the power of social media and traditional communications to forge stronger employee engagement, drive bottom-line results, and prove your worth. You'll learn practical advice from:

    1) TELUS
    2) Rogers Communications Partnership
    3) American Airlines
    4) Exelon Corporation
    5) Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary
    6) Wells Fargo
    7) Genome Alberta
    8) Federal Aviation Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation
    9) New Belgium Brewing Company
    10) TemboSocial
    11) APEX Public Relations Inc.
    12) Siegel+Gale
    13) Deloitte
    14) KENDALL WOOD
    15) Douglas Communications Inc.
    16) ROC Group
    17) Actra Fraternal Benefit Society
    18) Aon Hewitt

    To view the detailed agenda or to register: 
    CALL: (773) 695-9400, x1 -- ask for Mary Rose
    ONLINE: http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/internal_comm_ca_0312/index.htm  

    (Please mention "EB2-C2" upon registration to ensure early bird rates.)


    DISCOUNTS For Strategic Internal Communications - March 2012:
    1) TEAM Discount: Register 3 people and get a 4th conference pass at no extra charge.
    2) RETURNING ATTENDEE Discount: Save an additional $200 off your next conference.
    3) EARLY BIRD Discount: Register by February 10th to save $400.
    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01051201.aspx Mon, 26 Mar 12 07:00:00 UT     CDMN Canada 3.0 Digital Media Forum | 4th Annual Mark your calendars!

    You don’t want to miss our 4th annual CDMN Canada 3.0 Digital Media Forum on April 24 to 25, 2012 in Stratford, Ontario. 

    Be part of the conversation about Canada’s digital future, and meet with academics, entrepreneurs, government and industry representatives. 
    We have many exciting opportunities to offer our 2012 conference attendees including: 

    • Our 2nd annual Road to Banff pitch-off contest – providing Canadian ICT startups with exposure to VCs and corporate investors 
    • Networking events – we want to help you make new contacts and business opportunities 
    • An interactive showcase – A hands-on environment where Canadian ICT businesses can exhibit their new technologies 
    • World-class keynote speakers – bringing you new trends and ideas from digital media industry, government and academia’s brightest minds 
    • The 2012 Stratford Report – we’ll take a look at where Canada ranks in the global digital economy today

    More on CDMN Canada 3.0]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events04241201.aspx Tue, 24 Apr 12 07:00:00 UT     Internal Branding and Employee Engagement Canada Conference | 3rd Annual The 3rd Internal Branding & Employee Engagement Canada Conference will be a two-day, industry focused event specific to SVP’s, VP’s, Directors and Senior Managers with responsibilities in Internal Communications, Employee Engagement, Human Resources and Corporate Communications.

    By attending this event, industry leaders will share best practices, strategies and tools on increasing employee connection and awareness, leveraging new communications and establishing the management culture in every layer of the organization.
    Attending This Event Will Enable You to:

    1. Drive a brand strategy across the enterprise
    2. Re-affirm brand messaging alignment
    3. Establish accountability on driving the internal brand
    4. Learn new technologies and trends in driving brand engagement
    5. Link engagement by raising rewards and responsibility
    6. Get through to the global internal audience
    7. Drive branding and engagement within specific groups
    8. Provide evidence of internal branding & engagement value
    9. Blend internal branding with HR initiatives
    10. Drive engagement through corporate activities and partnership alignment 

    Register for 3rd Annual Internal Branding and Employee Engagement Canada Conference
    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events05011201.aspx Tue, 01 May 12 07:00:00 UT     Intranet 2.0 How To Integrate The Latest Social Media Tools And Technologies (Including SharePoint) To Foster Collaboration, Increase Engagement, And Drive Results * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

    Complete agenda details:
    http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/intranet_2.0_0512/index.htm  


    Attend this Intranet2.0 training to learn how to incorporate social media and the latest technologies into your intranet -- including SharePoint -- to engage your employees and advance your organizational goals. You'll learn practical advice from:

    1) World Vision Canada
    2) Scotiabank Group
    3) Ontario Ministry of Labour
    4) SCANA Corporation
    5) Hicks Morley
    6) The McGraw-Hill Companies
    7) Revera Inc.
    8) Prescient Digital Media
    9) Intranet Benchmarking Forum
    10) BTE Consulting
    11) AboutFace Media
    12) Jumping Elephants
    13) BrightStarr
    14) Aon Hewitt
    15) Pacific Gas And Electric Company
    16) McMaster University

    To view the detailed agenda or to register:
    CALL: (773) 695-9400, x1 -- ask for Mary Rose
    ONLINE: http://www.aliconferences.com/conf/intranet_2.0_0512/index.htm  

    (Please mention "EB1-C2" upon registration to ensure early bird rates & save $400.)


    REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS For Intranet 2.0:
    1) TEAM Discount: Register 3 people & get a 4th pass at no extra charge.
    2) RETURNING ATTENDEE Discount: Save an additional $200 off your next seminar.
    3) EARLY BIRD Discount: Register by March 8th to save $400.]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01201201.aspx Mon, 07 May 12 07:00:00 UT     Discovery 12 | Ontario Centres of Excellence Discovery 12


    Garnering over 2,600 attendees and more than 330 exhibitors, Discovery is a showcase of leading-edge technologies, best practices and research from sectors such as health, manufacturing, digital media and cleantech, including energy, environment and water.

    Discovery brings together key players from industry, academia, government, the investment community as well as entrepreneurs and students to pursue collaboration opportunities.


    Register for Discovery 12 ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01261204.aspx Mon, 14 May 12 07:00:00 UT     Canadian CommTech Show 2012 Canadian CommTech Show

    The Canadian CommTech Show & Seminars returns to the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, May 16-17, 2012, offering a two-day exhibitor forum and 20+ training seminars, panel discussions and hands-on workshops hosted by industry experts. The 2012 forum will accommodate 80+ exhibitors & suppliers from across North America, representing thousands of innovative products and services.

    Approximately 100 companies visit this show, including buyers, corporate safety experts, operations management, subcontractors, inside and outside plant technicians, planning engineers and educators from the broadband, telco, wireless, academic, municipal and utility sectors from across Canada.

    The 5th Annual CommTech Charity Golf Tournament in support of “Cops for Kids” will be held on May 15, 2012 at the Sunset Ranch Golf Course.

    More about the Canadian CommTech Show & Seminars]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events05161201.aspx Wed, 16 May 12 07:00:00 UT     2nd Annual Business of Cloud Computing Business of Cloud Computing 2012

    From Transformation to Sustainability

    Dallas Marriott City Center, Dallas, TX

    At this forum, executives share their experiences making and implementing this crucial business decision. Built on our inaugural event in 2011 that provided the best user-perspective on cloud computing, this forum will dive deeper into issues of security, governance, integration with legacy products, migration, and interoperability. Again we'll look at all these issues dynamically - from the vantage point of the business as well as from the IT department.


    More about 2nd Annual Business of Cloud Computing]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events01211205.aspx Mon, 21 May 12 07:00:00 UT     CVCA Annual Conference 2012 Save the date for Canada's leading private capital conference taking place in Montreal from May 23-25, 2012. CVCA's Annual Conference is the premier networking and professional development event for Canada's venture capital and private equity industry and repeatedly sells out with over 600 senior professionals and decision makers from across the country, the US and around the world.
    Sponsorships available. Please contact llinton@cvca.ca

    SAVE THE DATE!
    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events05231201.aspx Wed, 23 May 12 07:00:00 UT     e-Health 2012 e-Health 2012

    It is with pleasure that we invite you to e-Health 2012: Innovating Health e-Care, being held in Vancouver, BC, Canada from May 27 to May 30, 2012.

    The conference will be held in the heart of Vancouver at the newly renovated East Building of the Vancouver Convention Centre: 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3.

    We encourage you to join us for another informative and enjoyable e-Health Conference. e-Health 2012 will continue the tradition of providing:

    • An excellent conference program filled with practical experiences and lessons from those on the ground
    • The largest and only National event and tradeshow in Canada
    • The only Showcase for Interoperability, Information Exchange and Innovation in Canada
    • Unequalled social event and networking opportunities

    We look forward to welcoming you to Vancouver!

    More on e-Health 2012
    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events12221101.aspx Sun, 27 May 12 07:00:00 UT     Social Media Camp 2012

    SMC brings together the brightest social media minds in North America for 2-days of social media exploration, sharing & teaching, with a rather large dash of networking. Join 800+ people from across North America on June 8-9 for Canada’s social media event of the year featuring New York Times Bestselling author Chris Brogan.

    A limited number of Early Bird tickets are now ON SALE. Don’t miss your chance to attend SMC at the lowest rate.

    Social Media Camp Agenda

    We have been overwhelmed with awesome submissions for speakers, panelists and workshop leaders. Our Advisory Committee is now evaluating the submissions and will have a short list prepared by January 20th. Confirmed speakers are listed here.

    ]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events06081201.aspx Fri, 08 Jun 12 07:00:00 UT     The Technology Impact Awards 2012 The Technology Impact Awards is an annual event held to recognize the achievements of the BC technology industry. Coming up on June 14th, 2012, over 800 members of the technology community are expected to attend the province’s largest and most prestigious awards night. Submit your online application form now in one or more of the 9 award categories. Don’t miss the celebration!

    The Technology Impact Awards]]>     http://www.backbonemag.com/Events/events06141201.aspx Thu, 14 Jun 12 07:00:00 UT