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VTJ EVENTS
🗓 Wednesday, December 11 | 🎟 Register
Join Vancouver Tech Journal to uncover the secrets behind scaling world-class products and building exceptional teams. Hear directly from leaders who have transformed innovative ideas into industry-leading products and managed teams that set global standards.
This event offers an exclusive chance to learn actionable insights on scaling strategy, product development, and team dynamics. Engage in meaningful discussions, ask questions, and connect with fellow founders, product leaders, and investors. Whether you’re in the early stages or actively scaling, this gathering will provide invaluable perspectives in an open, collaborative environment.
Panelists include:
Michelle Dunlea, VP of product management, Clio
Shawn Pang, co-founder, Hash Matrix; former product manager at TikTok
Tim Yeung, director of product management, Hootsuite
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We offer a wide range of thoughtfully curated gifts, including:
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OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS
🗓 Wednesday, December 4 | 🎟 Register
Considering using Microsoft Copilot or Microsoft Copilot for Security for your organization and curious about its impact on data security? Or perhaps your organization already uses Microsoft Copilot and you’re looking to maximize its potential?
If so, join this event for food and drinks, and explore data governance strategies with Microsoft Copilot. Learn how it can break down organizational silos to foster collaboration and improve risk management.
🗓 Monday, December 9 | 🎟 Register
This fireside chat dives deep into the realities of building a successful tech business for the first time.
You’ll hear about:
How Alfred Wong, entrepreneur and COO of healthtech company Cortico, transitioned from a non-tech business to launching a tech startup
The strategies he used to grow revenue to $1 million
The biggest challenges faced and lessons learned along the way
Tips for founders navigating their own entrepreneurial journeys
🗓 Thursday, December 12 | 🎟 Register
Learn how to start your career in cybersecurity and related fields with guidance from expert professionals in the field.
What to expect:
Connect with industry professionals
Discover tech career paths
Network with like-minded professionals
SPONSORED BY FASKEN
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In a rapidly evolving industry, FinTech innovators need legal partners that understand the environment. As the only Canadian firm with deep experience in emerging technology and financial services & payments, Fasken can help you navigate the complexities at the intersection of financial services and emerging tech. Tomorrow starts here. Own it with us.
🤝 NEW OPPORTUNITIES
🗓 Ongoing | Apply
Get travel, accommodation, and registration support for B.C.-based film, TV, digital media, media producers, and sales agents. Apply to access key international markets, conferences, co-production and co-financing events.
🗓 December 13 | Apply
Learn about impact measurement, due diligence, and more. Selected founders will be invited to continue to the next stages in the Challenge, culminating in a pitch finale where one company takes home an investment of approximately $100K.
🤝 VANCOUVER TECH JOBS
Whether you're looking for a dream role or a dream employee, Vancouver Tech Jobs has you covered, with open jobs including:
SyncWith is hiring a Senior Full Stack Engineer
Capilano University is hiring a Manager, Identity and Access Services
Cognitive3D is hiring a Sales Development Rep (SDR)
Arc'teryx Equipment is hiring a Director, Global Brand Management
Motorola Solutions is hiring a Global Product Marketing Manager
Growing your team? Post a job with us »
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