WEtech Alliance - Tech Talent

TECH TALENT DAY

Attracting and retaining tech talent has always been one of the primary constraints on tech companies but as ‘traditional’ companies are becoming tech companies themselves this is becoming a more universal conundrum.

Tech Talent Day will look at CONNECTING our tech talent pipeline including highlighting local tech employees, organizations and employers.

TECH TALENT DAY EVENTS

TECH TALENT: Teens Learning Code

Virtual Reality with A-Frame (Windsor)

Time: 4pm-6pm
Location: Riverside Public Library, 6305 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8S 4S5

Virtual reality (VR) provides immersive storytelling and gaming opportunities, and is a new medium for creativity and self-expression. VR has become increasingly accessible through tools like WebVR, where users can develop, experience, and share VR projects in their browser.

A-Frame is a free, open source framework for developing WebVR, based in HTML. Because it is cross-platform, we can experience A-Frame projects using anything from an Oculus Rift, to the browser on our desktop computer.

LAND THE JOB:

Tips for the Perfect interview, Co-op and First Impression

Time: 4:30pm-6pm
Location: EPICentre, 2455 Wyandotte Street West, 2^nd Floor

Land the Job is for students & recent graduates from the University of Windsor and St. Clair College who are preparing to enter the tech job market. The panel of tech employers and young professionals will share their tips & insights on:

Succeeding at the interview
Making the right impression – in person and online
Maximizing the co-op experience

Panelists include:

Alyssa Boucher, University Relations Manager, Quicken Loans
Monique Diotte, Director Talent Management, Green Shield Canada
Noah Campbell, Campus Ambassador, BlackBerry

Following the panel will be the second portion of the evening – a networking social that will provide you with an opportunity to connect tech employers with budding tech talent in our region.

TECH CONNECT SOCIAL:

Connect, Learn and Game with the YQG Tech Community

Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: EZY Mode

Are you involved or looking to get involved in the Windsor-Essex Tech scene?

Join WEtech Alliance and Workforce WindsorEssex, for the Tech Connect Social at EZY Mode Gaming Lounge in celebration of Tech Week YQG.

Mingle with people in tech, play your favourite video game or board game, and take a moment to learn about the tech scene in Windsor-Essex. This event is open to tech founders, tech entrepreneurs, tech professionals, tech students and tech enthusiasts.

Come out and relax, network and play Fornite or Super Smash Brothers at EZY Mode’s new and innovative eSports lounge. Ticket includes (2) two hours of free gaming and pizza. RSVP required.

Check out the quick recap video from last year’s TECH TALENT day to get an idea of what to expect in 2019!

Check out full details of each day of Tech Week YQG by clicking on the tabs below.

TECH VOTE

There is one goal of Tech Vote and it’s to encourage our regional Tech Community to go out and vote in the 2019 Federal Election. No events are planned, however keep an eye out on social media for updates on useful tool and tech to assist you leading up to voting day.

A special Twitter Chat will be held on Tuesday, October 8th starting at 12pm where we will be talking Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship with Federal Candidates from #YQG and #CKont.

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TECH ENABLED

Technology is everywhere, and it’s becoming more and more integrated into both our personal and professional lives. Even if your business isn’t producing a tech product, using the right tech effectively can help you become more versatile, sustainable, and most importantly, profitable.

Tech Enabled will gather 100+ SME business owners, tech enablers, tech lovers, press/media at our annual Tech Show in partnership with the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce. This is your chance to hear from acclaimed speakers, connect with the local tech community to help advance your business.

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TECH TALENT

Tech Talent Day will look at building, growing and connecting our tech talent pipeline including highlighting local tech employees and employers.

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TECH WOMEN

The world is changing, and we want Windsor (Canada) to be ready. We’ve partnered with Canada Learning Code and their Code Mobile to make sure that Windsorites, particularly women, girls and people with disabilities, indigenous youth and newcomers – have access to the knowledge they need to prosper in our digital. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to get introduced to world of coding.

The day will also include a “Diversity and Inclusion” breakfast featuring keynote speaker, Claudette McGowan, leading a “Real Talk” conversation.

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TECH MOBILITY

Given the proximity and the interconnectedness of the Windsor-Essex Region to Southeastern Michigan, mobility is an area of great opportunity, especially given the importance of the automotive sector, along with the growing automation cluster in the Windsor-Essex Region.

Join us Friday, October 25^th for a day dedicated to exploring the world of mobility. Hear from industry experts and companies who are transforming the way we move people and goods. Have your chance to experience the future of mobility with our Mobility Pitch Challenge, Mobility Speaker Series and our very own Mobility Showcase featuring Canada’s largest publicly available Virtual Reality CAVE.

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TECH AWARDS

The Tech Awards are a fun, informal way of recognizing technology innovators of all stages for their achievement and success in our community. There’s no dress code and no speeches to give. We’ll be honouring all of our Tech Award winners with a unique, Windsor-made Tech Award created with the help of our #YQG tech friends DERKZ and Parker DKI .The Tech Awards provide a fantastic opportunity to showcase the impactful leaders in the local tech sector and to strengthen networks within the tech community. Close to 150 people will attend, comprising tech entrepreneurs, CEOs and tech start-ups, plus corporate advisors, investors, tech consultants and media.

This year’s award will piggyback on the 4th Annual Nerd Olympics “Nerd Cup” Ceremony and will be followed by a special STEM Movie at Lakeshore Cinemas.

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