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Securing the Future Conference: Business, Technology, and Education in the Digital Age

January 21, 2025

The Applied Computer Education department at RRC Polytech presents the Securing the Future Conference: Business, Technology, and Education in the Digital Age on Thursday, February 20 and Friday, February 21, 2025. The Conference explores the convergence of business, technology, and education. With three intertwined streams, the conference will offer valuable opportunities for learning, collaboration, and professional development.

This conference is open to industry to attend along with Applied Computer Education staff, and limited seats for students.

Date: Thursday, February 20 and Friday, February 21, 2025

Time: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM each day

Location: RRC Polytech – Manitou a bi Bii daziigae at 319 Elgin Avenue

Registration: Registration is closed

Securing the Future Agenda

DAY 1 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20
8:30 to 9:00 Arrive and Refreshments
9:00 to 10:00Abraham King  The Innovation Blueprint: Canada’s Playbook for Leading the Global Startup Revolution
10:00 to 10:15Break
10:15 to 12:00Hosna Safiarian & Najmeh SaffarUnlocking the Potential of Generative AI: From Foundations to Ethical Mastery and Advanced Prompt Engineering
Ashneel Singh Technology Strategy in the Age of AI
Al McLeod Generative AI + Human Creativity: A Powerful Combination for Innovation
12:00 to 1:00Lunch and Networking
1:00 to 3:00Tyler Matthies & Connor Gilhuly CERT: Computer/Cyber Emergency Response Team
Toonna Obi-Okoye Hacking the Human Firewall: Leveraging Organizational Change Management in Building a Cyber-Resilient Culture
Peter Newbury How People Learn When The World’s Knowledge Is In Their Pocket
DAY 2 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21
8:30 to 9:00 Arrive and Refreshments
9:00 to 12:00Hernan Popper Advanced Phishing Scams: Detection and Prevention
Keren Taylor-Hughes The Art of Collaboration: Relationship, Trust & Team Performance
Diogo IwasakiMini-Hackathon: Contribute to open-source today
12:00 to 1:00Lunch and Networking
1:00 to 3:00Ernst Bergen An Introductory Workshop for Linux Desktop and Server Environments
Christina Carlson What Does It Truly Mean To “Be More Strategic”
Linda Manimtim Spilling (the) Tea: Language, Diversity, and Intercultural Sensitivity in the Digital Age

Workshop Descriptions & Biographies

RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.