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10:15 am - 11:00 am:

Victoria Tech Journal presents: Dive into Victoria's Blue Economy

The world's ocean economy is set to be valued at $3 billion dollars by 2030. From carbon capture to artificial intelligence and beyond, learn from Victoria's oceantech leaders about the opportunities and challenges for innovation in the region. 

Callum Campbell [Greenline Marine]
Kate Moran of [Ocean Networks Canada]
Jason Goldsworthy [COAST] 

11:00 am - 11:45 am:

Victoria Tech Journal presents: Victoria's Women in Tech

Whether it's climbing up the corporate ladder or staking out a startup of their own, the women of Victoria tech shine a spotlight on navigating the industry. Hear from the city's innovators about the strides women have made and continue to make for a better ecosystem. 

Nancy Norris [Ministry for Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, Government of British Columbia]
Elizabeth Dutton [Women’s Equity Lab]
Kate Fagan Taylor [Island Women in Science and Technology] 

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm:

An Inside Look at Victoria's Gaming Sector

Hear directly from the studio heads of some of Victoria's most successful gaming companies where they will share inside stories of how the sector took off, where it's going next and how to set yourself up for a career in gaming. 

Scott Drader (Co-Founder, Metalhead Software)
Eric Jordan (CEO, Codename Entertainment)
Nicole Sorochan (Co-Founder, Hidden Bands)
Mike Wozniewski (Founder, Hololabs)
Moderated by Tim Teh (Founder, Kano) 

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm:

How AI is Turning Creativity Upside Down

People are always intrigued by the future, especially when it involves AI. Explore the possibilities of AI in the field of creativity and innovation, highlighting upcoming technologies and trends. 

The AI Paradox: The Human Invention Surpassing Human Imagination
The Extent of AI's Reach: From Writing Scripts to Composing Symphonies
AI in Art: Understanding DeepArt and DeepDream
AI in Music: A Look at Amper and Aiva The Impact on Human Creativity: Are We Becoming Obsolete?
AI as a Collaborator, Not a Competitor: Enhancing Human Creativity
The Future of AI and Creativity: A Symbiotic Relationship Embracing the Technological Revolution: AI as Our Creative Partner

Mark V. Smetanin

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Women and Allies in Tech Lounge Talks

10:30 am:

Panel 1: Women in Leadership - the Good, the Bad and the Needed Change

Representation matters. It’s easier to “be” what we can “see.” One way to move the needle on gender equity effectively and faster, we need to have more diverse representation in leadership - especially at the decision making level. Our aim is to listen to stories of women leaders in Victoria to hear how they got to where they are, who helped them get there (allies) and how it’s helping make workplaces better and more equitable.

Representation matters. It’s easier to “be” what we can “see.” One way to move the needle on gender equity effectively and faster, we need to have more diverse representation in leadership - especially at the decision making level. Our aim is to listen to stories of women leaders in Victoria to hear how they got to where they are, who helped them get there (allies) and how it’s helping make workplaces better and more equitable.

Nicole Smith, Founder and CEO, Flytographer
Pamela Potts, VP, People and Culture, StarFish Medical
Sarah Gulbrandsen, CEO, RingPartner
Nadia Tatlow, CEO, Shift
Moderator: Humaira Ahmed

12:30am - 1:15pm: 

Panel 2: How to be an Active Ally to Women and Minorities

Locelle’s goal is to highlight men who have acted as active allies to female founders, seek to understand why they do it, what they are actively doing and how they can influence other men in leadership such as them become active allies.

Juan Orrego, Co-founder and CEO, Cuboh
Jason Morehouse, Co-founder and CEO, Checkfront
Noah Warder, VP, People and Culture, Guusto
Moderator: Erin Skillen 

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