Breaking into IT or hiring for tech? | Halifax In Person Meetup

Join us at The Test Tribe’s first-ever Halifax Meetup for a power-packed evening covering everything from landing your first IT job to understanding what companies really look for when hiring. Whether you're a job seeker or a hiring manager, this event is your chance to gain valuable insights and connect with the local tech community.

Event Details

• Date: 22nd May 2025
• Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Local Time)
• Venue: Capital Sports Club, Halifax

### Session 1: Candidate Experience – How to Find a Job in IT

Speaker: Kate Andronova

Session Overview:
From navigating job boards to making your resume stand out, Kate will share firsthand tips from her own job-hunting journey across Canada, the UK, and Ukraine. Learn how networking, interview prep, and even reference strategies can improve your chances of getting hired in today’s IT landscape.

Key Takeaways:

• Where to find relevant IT job openings
• Smarter ways to apply
• Why tailoring your resume matters

Speaker Bio:
Kate is the Chapter Leader for The Test Tribe – Halifax, with 13 years of QA experience across three countries. She’s a certified Scrum Master, holds an Advanced ISTQB certification, and has mentored many aspiring testers as a QA course tutor. Currently working as a QA Team Lead, Kate is passionate about helping others grow in tech.

### Session 2: IT Hiring in Nova Scotia

Speaker: Tim Speed

Session Overview:
Get an inside look into what hiring looks like from the other side. Tim will discuss his experience building tech teams, what small businesses in Nova Scotia look for in candidates, and how you can stand out when applying to local IT roles.

Key Takeaways:

• What to expect when applying for IT jobs in Nova Scotia
• Hiring tips from a small business perspective

Speaker Bio:
Tim is the CTO at ModestTree and a former Co-Founder of Compilr.com. With over 18 years of industry experience and more than 13 years in IT hiring and management, Tim brings deep insights into how tech teams are built and what makes a candidate shine.

About The Test Tribe
​The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering global testers since 2018. With over 270+ events, 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we foster collaboration, upskilling, and career growth through expert courses, membership programs, cohorts, and community events.
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