Career Catalyst with MegaTech Association

Ready to accelerate your tech career?

Untapped Energy is proud to be part of Career Catalyst, an event hosted by the MegaTech Association during #InnovationWeek. This is a great opportunity to connect with a dynamic community, hear from top industry experts, and gain actionable insights to guide and advance your career journey.

📅 Date: November 18, 2024
🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Platform Calgary

Secure your spot here: https://www.showpass.com/megatech-career-catalyst/
Ticket: $6.10 (Includes snacks and beverages)

Please note: limited tickets are available for Career Catalyst, and session seating is first-come, first-serve.

Event Highlights

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KPMG Stage

*CITI Panel: Securing Your Dream Role in Tech ( 6:05 PM – 7:00 PM )
Zachary Novak (CITI), Mai Khalil (Deloitte Digital), Minaoar Tanzil (Krux Analytics), and Pascal Theriault

Gain insights from a panel of industry leaders on achieving success in today’s tech landscape.

*How to Negotiate an Offer ( 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM )
Kris Read, Neo Financial Co-Founder
Learn how companies approach compensation offers, including the decision-making process around salaries, bonuses, equity, and other benefits.

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East Annex

*Recruitment: Days of Future Past - An Open Letter on Recruitment
from the 1980s to Now ( 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM )
Adam Delgado, Director of Recruitment and Talent Acquisition at Alexi

A candid look at how recruitment has transformed - and what it
means for today’s job seekers.

*Using Agile Principles in Your Job Search and Career ( 8:10 PM – 9:00 PM )
Speaker: Angela Henders, Senior Developer at Untangle Money

Apply Agile methodologies to enhance your job search and career strategies.

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Multipurpose Room

*Reverse Pitch ( 7:10 PM – 8:00 PM )
Zachary Novak (CITI), Mai Khalil (Deloitte Digital), Minaoar Tanzil (Krux Analytics), and Pascal Theriault

A unique twist where companies pitch themselves to potential candidates - don’t miss it!

*Train to Become a UX Designer ( 8:10 PM – 9:00 PM )
Robert Andruchow, Chair of the Department of Design at MacEwan University

Discover the path to becoming a UX designer from an academic and industry expert.

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Classroom 1

*Roast My LinkedIn Workshop ( 7:10 PM – 8:30 PM )
Emilie Mazurek, Senior Product Designer at Max Retail, and Ana Lokotkova, Startup Portfolio Lead and Program Facilitator at Platform Calgary

Get real-time feedback on your LinkedIn profile to ensure it truly shines.

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Classroom 2

*Roast My Resume Workshop ( 7:10 PM – 8:30 PM )
Caileigh Sanderson, Corporate Recruiter at Helcim

Receive expert advice on your resume to stand out in the competitive tech job market.

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Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and industry leaders throughout the evening in our Kitchen networking space, open for casual discussions and meaningful connections.

*Hosted by MegaTech Association in partnership with YYC DataSociety.