SpotlightMay2018

THE CANADIAN COALITION OF WOMEN IN ENGINEERING, SCIENCE, TRADES AND TECHNOLOGY (CCWESTT) May 30 th – June 2 nd , 2018 The Sutton Place Hotel | Edmonton, AB, Canada Are you interested in sharing current and emerging research and best prac- tices, offering powerful professional development, and gaining practical solutions to the challenges you face regarding attraction, promotion and retention of women in Science, Engi- neering, Trades & Technology (SETT)? We are bringing together national and international subject experts, employ- ers, CEOs/presidents, government representatives, and women in SETT at all phases of their career lifecycle to share their knowledge and experience around diversity and inclusion. From this, we will distill research, industry, and life experience into con- ference proceedings, white papers, and policy documents – to help you and your organization move forward. To best create solutions to the wicked problems facing our society, we need collaboration and innovation, which is most likely with diverse teams. Be part of the solution! For more information of the event: http://www.ccwestt. org/2018-ccwestt-biennial-conference Follow on Twitter: @CCWESTT Follow on Facebook: @CCWESTT If yes, CCWESTT2018 is for you!

CANADA’S GLOBAL DEFENCE AND SECURITY TRADE SHOW (CANSEC)

May 30 th – May 31 st , 2018 EY Place | Ottawa, ON, Canada

CANSEC has been held annually in Ottawa since 1998 by the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI). CANSEC 2017 was a great success and CANSEC 2018 will once again showcase lead- ing-edge technology, products and services for land-based, naval, aero- space and joint forces military units. This two-day event is the largest and most important defence industry event in Canada. Note: Attendance at all CANSEC events is restricted to CADSI members and govern- ment (federal, provincial, municipal, foreign) personnel only. For more information of the event: https://www.defenceandsecurity.ca/ CANSEC/cansec/Overview Follow on Twitter: #CANSEC2018 Follow on Facebook: #CANSEC2018

PROGRESSNEXT 2018

May 29 th – June 1 st , 2018 Westin Boston Waterfront | Boston, MA, USA ProgressNEXT is a global gathering of Progress customers and partners with a common goal: to deliver on the next generation of business apps for their organizations. Join us in Boston to learn, connect, collaborate and reimagine what’s possible. You’ll interact 1:1 with Progress executives, hear from orga- nizations building tomorrow’s appli- cations today and be able to craft your own agenda, choosing from the sessions, training and workshops relevant to you and your business. ProgressNEXT is the event for all Progress customers and partners. For more information of the event: https://www.progress.com/next Follow on Twitter: #ProgressNEXT18 Follow on Facebook: #ProgressNEXT18

INTERNATIONAL FRANCHISE EXPO (IFE)

May 31 st - June 2 nd , 2018 Javits Center | New York, NY, USA

WHY ATTEND THE INTERNATION- AL FRANCHISE EXPO? The IFE is the place to be! Learn how you can afford to own your own franchise and be your own boss. Meet hundreds of proven

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