Building the Next Generation of Talent

Ships aside - with our current economic and political climate, Nova Scotians are right to be concerned about the future. Our economy is heavily dependent on government and multi-national employers in globally competitive industries. As our population ages, as we lose jobs in traditional industries, and as government budgets shrink we need to develop a new generation of entrepreneurs, innovators, and exporters to build a sustainable, local base of strength. We also need to develop new centres of excellence that draw on our research, academic and natural strengths. This requires vision, investment, net immigration and loads of creative collaboration. Without it, we will fall further behind as a have-not province and net exporter of talent.

This session will provoke thought, encourage sharing, and spark dialogue around two key questions:

• What three things could we do to inspire/develop our students, employees and organizations to be more innovative, entrepreneurial and global in their thinking?
• What indicators or measures should we focus on to set the appropriate targets and track results?

If you are passionate about talent and the future of our region please attend, participate and share your ideas at this session.

About the Speaker: 
Steve Ashton, CHRP, is Vice President of People and Organization Development at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, NS. For over 22 years, Steve has focused his career on talent development and organization change. He is a passionate supporter of the innovation economy and investing in next generation talent through his work with organizations such as Discovery Centre, Shad Valley, Techsploration, InNOVAcorp, Dalhousie University, and the Premiers Advisory Council on Innovation.

Venue: 
Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel and Suites 
15 Spectacle Lake Drive 
Dartmouth, NS

Price: 
Early Bird by January 19, 2012 
Members: $40 including HST 
Non-Members: $55 including HST

After January 19, 2012 
Members: $50 including HST 
Non-Members: $65 including HST

Agenda: 
5:00 pm: Networking Reception 
5:45 pm: Dinner

Please note that registrations cannot be accepted after online registration has closed. Registration cannot be purchased at the door.

** Please advise special dietary requests or allergies in the special needs area when you register**

Payment Terms: 
Payment is due by the registration deadline which is February 3. Payments can be made online by credit card at the time of registration or by cheque. Cheques must be received by the registration deadline by HRANS at 505-1583 Hollis Street, Halifax, NS B3J 1V4. Credit card payments may also be made by phoning the HRANS office by the registration deadline at 435-8823

Cancellation Policy: 
Those who make reservations and do not attend will be required to pay the full registration fee. Cancellations received in writing prior to noon on Wednesday, February 1, 2012 will not be required to pay the registration fee. Refunds are only available if received in writing prior to noon on Wednesday, February 1, 2012. Substitutions are permitted up to the day of the event. Member/non-member rates will be applied.

For additional information, contact the HRANS office at (902) 435-8823 or office@hrans.org.