CALGARY’S WEEKLY BUSINESS
EVENTS
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FIND OUT WHAT'S GOING ON IN CALGARY'S BUSINESS COMMUNITY
BUSINESS IN CALGARY
Leaders Awards Gala
Thursday, October 24th
Location: BMO Event Centre
Address: 1912 Flores LaDue Parade SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2W1
For more info contact Brittany Fouquette at brittany@businessincalgary.kinsta.cloud or 587-774-7624
Many events may be listed free of charge. Charges may apply on occasion to certain listings and will guarantee placement. A Business in Calgary representative will contact you with further details if this is the case.
All events for the next weekly email must be submitted by Wednesday, November 11 at 8:30 AM
Monthly Networking and Connecting Luncheon
Wednesday, November 18
Location: Winston Golf Club
Address: 2502 6 St NE
Time: 11:00 AM
Join women leaders and entrepreneurs during our monthly luncheon to learn, connect and leave inspired. No membership required
Cost: $69
Strategic Networking Series: Mastering the 'Why Should We Hire You?' Moment
Thursday, November 19
Location: Bow Vally College – Bharwani Hall (Room N231)
Address: 345 – 6 Avenue SE (2nd floor North Campus)
Time: 5:00 P.M.
Learn how to confidently present yourself and showcase your unique value to potential employers. Join us at Bow Valley College for an exciting event focused on mastering the all-important ‘Why Should We Hire You?’ moment. Learn how to strategically network, make a lasting impression, and showcase your unique value to potential to whomever you need to make an impression on.
Whether it’s a potential employer, potential new customer, or a great employee you hope chooses your business – learn how to stand out and communicate your value! Don’t miss this opportunity to hone your skills and stand out in an ever-more competitive business landscape.
Cost: Free
Shaping Alberta’s Advanced Education with Minister Myles McDougall
Friday, November 20
Location: The Ranchmen’s Club, Bennett Room, 3rd Floor
Address: 710 13 Avenue SW
Time: 7:30 A.M.
Join the Alberta Business Alliance for a breakfast event featuring the Honourable Myles McDougall, Alberta’s Minister of Advanced Education. The event will explore the future of advanced education in Alberta, including workforce development, innovation and opportunities to strengthen connections between education and business.
The morning includes a buffet breakfast, keynote presentation, discussion and networking with Alberta’s business and community leaders. Registration and breakfast begin at 7:30 a.m., followed by the keynote and discussion from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and networking until 9:30 a.m. Early Bird pricing is available until November 10. Space is limited.
Cost: $Early Bird: ABA Members $75 | Non-Members $115. Early Bird ends November 10. See event website for current pricing.
Learn more and register: https://shaping-albertas-advanced-education.eventbrite.ca
The Last Drop: An Innovation Sprint Hosted by TalentED & XPRIZE Canada Hub
Friday, November 27
Location: Telus Convention Centre
Address: 136 8 Ave SE
Time: 9:00 A.M.
Ready to put your ideas to the test? Join TalentED Greater Calgary and XPRIZE Canada Hub for a fast-paced, one-day innovation sprint where you’ll team up with other youth aged 18–24 to tackle a real industry challenge, develop a solution, and pitch your idea to a panel of judges.
The event is open to youth aged 18–24 with a high school diploma, welcoming participants from all experience levels and backgrounds.
The Last Drop: An Innovation Sprint will take place in two sessions on November 27. Both sessions offer the same event experience, so choose the time that works best for you when registering.
Cost: Free
Contact Devon Proppe at dproppe@calgaryeconomicdevelopment.com or 4034015077