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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab Ideation | Indie Studio Budgeting
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nThis program helps new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nFor the Spring 2026 program\, NMM is focused on studio foundations and game ideation. NMM is excited to have Jan Laface lead a session on budgeting for indies. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\nWhat is the current market? Finding data\, available tools\, and understanding platforms and players \n\n\n\n\nCosts to consider\, including operational costs outside of direct development\n\n\n\nExperience with allocations\, specific technology considerations\, etc.\n\n\n\nHow budgets relate to tracking expenses\, project management\, CMF\, IRAP\, and related funding/program structures\n\n\n\n\nEvent Agenda:\n\n\n\nTues\, June 2\, 2026\, 5:30 PMNMM at 100-62 Albert St. \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 7:30pm Session by Jen Laface \n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:30pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Jen Laface\n\n\n\nJen Laface is a Producer and Creative Director with experience in operations\, budgeting\, reporting\, and funding applications within the interactive and digital media industry. As co-founder of Only By Midnight\, she contributed to multiple successful CMF applications that secured funding for three projects and supported the launch of the studio’s released titles\, Curved Space and Ctrl Alt Deal.Jen combines production\, operational coordination\, and creative leadership with a strong interest in sustainable studio development\, funding strategy\, and organizational growth. Prior to her work in games\, she developed her storytelling background through her years with On Spec Magazine\, Canada’s longest-running English-language science fiction and fantasy magazine.Jen currently serves as a board member of Digital Alberta. \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-ideation-indie-studio-budgeting/
LOCATION:100-62 Albert Street\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260513T144333Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab Ideation | Is It Viable? Games Market Research and Positioning
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nThis program helps new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nFor the Spring 2026 program\, NMM is focused on studio foundations and game ideation. NMM is excited to have Corina Diaz lead a session on market research and positioning. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is the current market? Finding data\, available tools\, and understanding platforms and players\n\n\n\nHow can you predict what’s next? Forecasting\, statistical relevance\, and pitfalls and limitations\n\n\n\nHow can you position your ideas for product market viability? Market size opportunities\, prototyping in shifting markets\, and data-backed pitching and business caseThe Indie Team vs. the Game Studio – Two-sides/Same Coin\n\n\n\n\nEvent Agenda:\n\n\n\nWed\, May 27\, 2026\, 5:30 PMStudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue #c100 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 8:00pm Session by Corina Diaz \n\n\n\n8:00 – 8:30pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaven’t visited StudioLab xR before? See directions to our space here: https://www.studiolab-xr.com/directions \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Corina Diaz\n\n\n\nCorina Diaz is a strategic marketing & community director with over 15 years in entertainment & games. She has helped secure funding and develop marketing\, social media and community for over a dozen titles\, and celebrated indie game\, The Big Con from Mighty Yell. She also runs creator & influencer management for publisher Skystone Games\, including Arcane Eats and Tiny Bookshop. Her experience includes freelancing with outlets like IGN\, leading workshops for groups like the Indie Game Academy and Interactive Ontario\, and helping to establish & organize the Steam Women’s Day Sale; with each providing insight into the dynamic nature of the games industry. \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-ideation-is-it-viable-games-market-research-and-positioning/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260511T203000
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab | Starting an Indie Team/Game Studio Today
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nThis program helps new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nFor the Spring 2026 program\, NMM is focused on studio foundations and game ideation. NMM is excited to have Noah Decter-Jackson lead a session on starting an indie team or game studio today. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\n\nThe Indie Team vs. the Game Studio – Two-sides/Same Coin\n\n\n\nConcept/Market-First Mindset\n\n\n\nOwnership vs. Control vs. Collaboration\n\n\n\nCultivating a Team\n\n\n\nPathways for Funding\n\n\n\nThe Boring Stuff (Legal? Incorporation? Whaaaa?!)\n\n\n\n\nEvent Agenda:\n\n\n\nWed\, Mar 25\, 2026\, 5:30 PMStudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue #c100 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 8:00pm Session by Noah Decter-Jackson \n\n\n\n8:00 – 8:30pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaven’t visited StudioLab xR before? See directions to our space here: https://www.studiolab-xr.com/directions \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Noah Decter-Jackson\n\n\n\nA 24 year veteran CEO & Creative Director in the videogame industry\, Noah co-founded Complex Games inc. right here in Winnipeg back in 2001 with $0\, going on to build an award-winning work-for-hire mobile studio with a team of 55 working for clients including Disney\, Zynga\, Nickelodeon\, Square Enix & more. Later pivoting the team to internal development\, they launching the top-selling title Warhammer 40\,000: Chaos Gate Daemonhunters in 2022\, selling the studio to Frontier Developments later that year. Noah has been actively involved in founding & supporting the videogame development community in Manitoba since its earliest days\, including co-founding and leading the Winnipeg Chapter of International Game Developers Association for nearly10 years & serving as a Board Member of New Media Manitoba for over 15 years. \n\n\n\nSince stepping away from his role at Complex Games\, Noah has taken on the duties of Executive Director of the Canadian Interactive Alliance (CIAIC) where he is working on finding ways to advocate for the Canadian videogame industry. \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-starting-an-indie-team-game-studio-today/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260430T200000
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SUMMARY:WGC Postmortem
DESCRIPTION:New Media Manitoba is proud to partner with the Winnipeg Game Collective for another Postmortem! \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEver wonder what goes into making a video game? \n\n\n\nEvery video game you’ve ever played started as an idea\, and getting from that idea to something people can actually play takes more creativity\, problem-solving\, and hard choices than most people ever see. \n\n\n\nThe Winnipeg Game Collective Postmortem is an evening dedicated to pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to make a video game. Local developers will take the stage to share honest reflections on their projects: what inspired them\, what clicked\, what fell apart\, and what they’d do differently. Each presentation is followed by open Q&A. \n\n\n\nWhether you make games yourself or have always been curious about how they come together\, this is a free\, rare look at the process from the people living it. \n\n\n\nWho should come: \n\n\n\n\nVideo game developers — whether you’ve released a dozen projects or are still building your first\n\n\n\nWinnipeg Game Jam 2026 participants — come celebrate what you made and hear how others experienced the jam\n\n\n\nAnyone curious about making video games — this is a rare\, honest look at the process from the people living it\n\n\n\nArtists\, writers\, musicians\, and designers who work or want to work in video games\n\n\n\nAnyone who loves video games and wants to connect with the people making them right here in Winnipeg\n\n\n\n\nThe Winnipeg Game Collective is a nonprofit community of game developers in Winnipeg\, Manitoba. Founded in 2014\, the collective promotes game development and fosters a supportive environment\, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds and skill levels. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite: \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba \n\n\n\nOrganizer
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/wgc-postmortem/
LOCATION:Balmoral Hall School\, 630 Westminster Avenue\, Winnipeg\, MB\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Game Jam,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260401T155425Z
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SUMMARY:MBWiTech | Charting Your Own Path Into Tech
DESCRIPTION:Register For This Virtual Event Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThere’s no single path into tech. And that’s the point. \n\n\n\nJoin us April 15 for a virtual MBWiTech event featuring Tracy Grominski of mode40\, as she shares her non-linear journey into the industry. \n\n\n\nFrom unexpected pivots to defining moments\, Tracy will dive into what it really looks like to build a career in tech when the path isn’t clearly mapped out. Her story highlights the value of curiosity\, resilience\, and embracing opportunities that don’t always look “traditional” at first. \n\n\n\nWe’ll wrap the session with a live Q&A\, giving you the chance to ask questions and gain insight into carving out your own path. \n\n\n\nIf you’ve ever felt like you don’t fit the “typical” tech mold\, this conversation is for you. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n11:30 am – 11:45 am  = networking\n\n\n\n11:45 am – 12:00 pm = discussion\n\n\n\n12:30 pm – 12:45 pm = Q&A\n\n\n\n12:45 pm – 1:00 pm = networking\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nManitoba Women in Tech (#MBWiTech) is a community for women and gender-diverse folks working in tech\, along with our allies. Whether you’re a developer\, designer\, founder\, project manager\, student\, or just tech-curious: this space is for you.Our events and workshops are agenda-free\, judgement-free\, and all about genuine connection.  \n\n\n\nMBWiTech is made possible through the support of three non profit organizations across Manitoba’s tech ecosystem. New Media Manitoba\, North Forge\, and Tech Manitoba\, who have come together to build a community of connection\, learning\, and inclusion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/mbwitech-charting-your-own-path-into-tech/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MBWiTech,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260330T200000
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CREATED:20260323T175556Z
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SUMMARY:NMM x SIP SESSIONS: Debate Night
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\nVideo Walkthrough Directions\n\n\n\nGoogle Map Directions\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe’re so excited to be collaborating with Mad Social for this edition of Sip Sessions\, with #9 being hosted at our StudioLab xR (SLXR) space! \n\n\n\nThis partnership brings together community\, conversation\, and creativity in a setting built to spark new ideas and connect aligned audiences. \n\n\n\nFor the 9th edition of SIP SESSIONS\, we’re bringing founders\, creatives\, and business-minded people together for a debate-style evening filled with bold opinions\, thoughtful discussion\, and real connection. \n\n\n\nThis is not your typical event. It’s designed to be engaging\, entertaining\, and conversation-led\, with the kind of energy that gets people talking long after the night ends. \n\n\n\nThe debate is also a safe space where people can discuss their thoughts in a respectful and constructive way. \n\n\n\nExpect: \n\n\n\n\nBold opinions and fresh perspectives\n\n\n\nA lively respectful debate format\n\n\n\nFounders\, creatives\, and community in one room\n\n\n\nConversations that challenge ideas and spark new ones\n\n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\nDoors open: 6:00 PM\n\n\n\nEvent begins: 6:30 PM\n\n\n\nEvent concludes: 8:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\nVideo Walkthrough Directions\n\n\n\nGoogle Map Directions\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/nmm-x-sip-sessions-debate-night/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260316T145118Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab | The Indie Game Business Panel
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nThis program helps new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have a panel of indie games veterans share their tips\, advice\, and lessons learned on the business side of video games. \n\n\n\nEvent Agenda:\n\n\n\nWed\, Mar 25\, 2026\, 5:30 PMStudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue #c100 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 7:30pm Panel discussion \n\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00pm Q&A \n\n\n\n8:00 – 8:30pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaven’t visited StudioLab xR before? See directions to our space here: https://www.studiolab-xr.com/directions \n\n\n\nPanelists:\n\n\n\nEric Laurent – Marketing Director at Squido Studio \n\n\n\nMaxKnechtel – Business Development Manager at Other Ocean Interactive \n\n\n\nKyle Kulyk – Managing Director of Itzy Interactive \n\n\n\nJoin us for this free session with Indie veterans! \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. Ce projet est financé en partie par le gouvernement du Canada. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-the-indie-game-business-panel/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260317T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260317T193000
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CREATED:20260220T214548Z
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SUMMARY:MBWiTech | Harnessing AI: Women In Tech's Strategic Workplace Edge
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\nVideo Walkthrough Directions\n\n\n\nGoogle Map Directions\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nArtificial intelligence is opening new doors across every industry. It is expanding how we think\, create\, collaborate\, and lead.  \n\n\n\n#MBWiTech is celebrating International Women’s Day with a panel discussion that will focus on practical applications which can be implemented right away\, while also exploring how to position yourself as a forward thinking leader in an AI powered workplace. \n\n\n\nWe’ve designed this panel to explore how AI can be embraced as a meaningful competitive advantage in the workplace. Together\, we will look at how AI can elevate everyday work\, strengthen strategic thinking\, and unlock new levels of efficiency and innovation. When used thoughtfully\, AI becomes becomes a catalyst for clarity\, creativity\, and leadership. \n\n\n\nParticipants will hear real examples\, gain hands on insights\, and engage in meaningful conversations about confidence\, influence\, and ethical innovation.  \n\n\n\nWomen in tech are already driving change\, building solutions\, and shaping the future. AI can amplify that impact. It can help refine ideas\, surface insights faster\, support stronger communication\, and create space to focus on high value leadership and decision making. \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n5:30 pm – 6:00 pm > networking with light snacks & refreshments\n\n\n\n6:00 pm – 6:05 pm > Indigenous Land Acknowledgement & Intros\n\n\n\n6:05 pm – 6:50 pm > panel discussion \n\n\n\n6:50 pm – 7:00 pm > Q & A\n\n\n\n7:00 pm – 7:30 pm > networking\n\n\n\n\nPanel members: \n\n\n\nKristina Irvine – Sr HR Business Partner\, SKIP Canada \n\n\n\nDr. Josiane Kroll – Senior IT Lead\, Asper School of Business \n\n\n\nCasey Wahl – Founding Board Member\, Manitoba Association of AI Professionals (MAAIP) & Lead Product Manager\, Proscia \n\n\n\nJennifer Cassidy – Director Consulting Expert at CGI \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\nVideo Walkthrough Directions\n\n\n\nGoogle Map Directions\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nManitoba Women in Tech (#MBWiTech) is a community for women and gender-diverse folks working in tech\, along with our allies. Whether you’re a developer\, designer\, founder\, project manager\, student\, or just tech-curious: this space is for you.Our events and workshops are agenda-free\, judgement-free\, and all about genuine connection.  \n\n\n\nMBWiTech is made possible through the support of three non profit organizations across Manitoba’s tech ecosystem. New Media Manitoba\, North Forge\, and Tech Manitoba\, who have come together to build a community of connection\, learning\, and inclusion. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/mbwitech-harnessing-ai-women-in-techs-strategic-workplace-edge/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:MBWiTech,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260227T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260227T173000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260525T185919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T185921Z
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SUMMARY:HR Interactive | The HR Playbook for AI Adoption That Lasts
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to New Media Manitoba’s HR Interactive!  \n\n\n\nJoin us to explore how organizations can confidently adopt AI while supporting their people. \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you’ll learn how to help your HR team turn AI ideas into clear\, repeatable workflows that are easy to use\, share\, and sustain across your organization. \n\n\n\nIt’s easy to have a great idea for using AI but it’s much harder to turn that idea into something your whole team can actually use\, day after day. \n\n\n\nIn this hands-on session\, designed for HR professionals\, we’ll walk through how to take an AI use case from concept to implementation\, and how to document it so it sticks: consistent across team members\, easy to hand off\, and built to last beyond any one person. \n\n\n\nYou’ll gain a practical understanding of how these workflows operate within a company\, so you can better support\, enable\, and sustain their use across teams. \n\n\n\nWhat We’ll Cover: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding Claude and using Projects\, Artifacts\, and Cowork to bring AI into real\, everyday tasks\n\n\n\nLearning how markdown can capture your processes in a simple\, shareable\, future-proof format\n\n\n\nTurning an AI idea into a repeatable process your team can actually adopt\n\n\n\nDocumenting the steps so others can pick up the work without losing context or quality (even if the creator leaves the office)\n\n\n\n\nKey Takeaway: \n\n\n\nAfter this session\, HR professionals will leave with a clear understanding of how AI ideas are documented\, shared\, and used within a company; equipping you to help ensure they remain consistent\, accessible\, and sustainable as people and projects evolve.This session is designed to help you feel empowered and ready to navigate the evolving HR environment with clarity and connection. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nHR professionals in all career stages\n\n\n\nHR students\n\n\n\n\nAgenda for June 26th: \n\n\n\n2:00 pm: doors open\, networking & light refreshments2:30 pm: Indigenous Land Acknowledgement and introduction2:35 pm: Amy starts her presentation3:35 pm: Q&A3:50 pm: networking & wrap up4:30 pm: event concludes \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker: Amy Q Cooper \n\n\n\n\nShe is the Founder and CEO of Studio Q Designs – a design and technology agency committed to building bright futures. Amy leads an all-women team that has built brand awareness and growth for over 50 change-making organizations across Canada. She is an award-winning business leader and seeks to amplify what makes us human\, foster authentic connections\, and transform how we experience the digital world. In everything she does\, Amy shows up authentically. She seeks to challenge expectations and build inclusive spaces where creativity can thrive. At her core\, Amy cares about people – technology and design are simply the way she turns that value into action. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba’s AI Adoption Project is funded by Prairies Economic Development Canada | Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies. \n\n\n\nProudly supported by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/hr-interactive-the-hr-playbook-for-ai-adoption-that-lasts/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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SUMMARY:HR Interactive | How AI is being used by job seekers
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to New Media Manitoba’s HR Interactive! Join us for an engaging and supportive session exploring how AI is transforming the world of job applicants and the HR landscape. \n\n\n\nThe use of AI by job seekers is raising the speed\, volume\, and polish of applications. As a result\, organizations are rethinking how they recruit and hire\, while expectations are shifting for many roles. This session explores how the HR value chain is evolving\, from recruiting through onboarding and workforce development\, and how HR professionals are adapting by strengthening decision-making as AI becomes part of HR work.Together\, we’ll walk through: \n\n\n\n\npractical job seeking techniques\n\n\n\nred flags HR teams should be aware of\n\n\n\neffective authentication approaches to help ensure confident\, informed decision‑making\n\n\n\nhow to adapt the recruiting staff process\n\n\n\nsupportive change management\n\n\n\nencourage smooth internal adoption of new AI‑driven practices\n\n\n\n\nThis session is designed to help you feel equipped\, empowered\, and ready to navigate the evolving HR environment with clarity and connection. \n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nHR professionals in all career stages\n\n\n\nHR students\n\n\n\n\nAgenda for Feb 27th: \n\n\n\n3:00 pm: doors open\, networking & nibbles3:30 pm: Indigenous Land Acknowledgement and introduction3:35 pm: Gaetan starts his presentation4:35 pm: Q&A5:00 pm: networking & wrap up5:30 pm: event concludes \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker: Geatan Ruest \n\n\n\n\nGaetan Ruest works at the intersection of innovation\, productivity\, and the future of work. He supports teams and organizations as they adopt new ways of working and respond to changing expectations. His perspective focuses on how data and AI are shifting the nature of work and the skills that matter most\, including the implications for change management\, recruiting\, and workforce development. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba’s AI Adoption Project is funded by Prairies Economic Development Canada | Développement économique Canada pour les Prairies. \n\n\n\nProudly supported by: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/hr-interactive-how-ai-is-being-used-by-job-seekers/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260224T200000
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab | The Great Games Reset: From AAA Collapse to Lean Teams\, Smarter Tools\, and Real Fun
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nGameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nThis program helps new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have Darryl Long share all about the Great Games Reset – From AAA Collapse to Lean Teams\, Smarter Tools\, and Real Fun during Manitoba’s Tech Week! \n\n\n\nIn this session\, we will cover: \n\n\n\n1. State of the video game industry2. Industry shifts & trends (+AI)3. Things you can steal from AAA4. Securing funding in 20265. Concept to funded: Lessons for your first year \n\n\n\nEvent Agenda: \n\n\n\nWed\, Feb 24th\, 2026\, 5:30 PMVenue: NMM’s StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue #c100 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00 pm: Doors open and networking6:00 – 6:15 pm: Welcoming remarks6:15 – 7:15 pm: Presentation by Darryl Long7:15 – 7:45 pm: Q&A7:45 – 8:00 pm: Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaven’t visited StudioLab xR before? See directions to our space here: https://www.studiolab-xr.com/directions \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Darryl Long \n\n\n\nDarryl Long is a 20-year veteran of the game development industry\, who began his career as a programmer working on a wide variety of applications from real-time trading software to artificial intelligence systems. An avid gamer who made his own video games in his spare time\, Darryl suddenly discovered that he could get paid for making games and immediately made the switch to join the industry. \n\n\n\nDarryl is now Managing Director of Ubisoft Toronto\, a studio of amazingly talented AAA game development teams dedicated to creating immersive and engaging games for some of the industry’s hottest brands. Darryl was previously Managing Director of Ubisoft Singapore\, Philippines and Vietnam–where he worked with the Skull & Bones team to bring that game to release in February 2024–and the founder of Ubisoft Winnipeg in 2018\, Ubisoft’s first dedicated technology studio. \n\n\n\nBefore accepting his role as Managing Director\, Darryl was Producer of the blockbuster hit Far Cry 5. He worked on a number of titles during his 15 years at Ubisoft Montreal including Far Cry Primal\, Far Cry 4\, Far Cry 3\, Far Cry 3 – Blood Dragon\, Shaun White Snowboarding\, and Rainbow Six: Lockdown. \n\n\n\nDarryl takes his inspiration and daily motivation from working at one of the leading video game development companies in the world\, determined that he will never need to make finance software ever again. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this free session with Darryl Long! \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. Ce projet est financé en partie par le gouvernement du Canada. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-the-great-games-reset-from-aaa-collapse-to-lean-teams-smarter-tools-and-real-fun/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260223T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260114T192559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T214646Z
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SUMMARY:MBWiTech | Rethinking Cybersecurity: Breaking the Myths Holding Women Back
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a complimentary hot breakfast and learn more about how cybersecurity isn’t what you think it may be! \n\n\n\nISACA Winnipeg and Manitoba Women in Tech are passionate about helping women take their place in the tech world. Cybersecurity is an area overflowing with opportunities\, but perceptions about careers in cybersecurity might be holding many women back from entering the field.  \n\n\n\nThis presentation is all about challenging common assumptions about what cybersecurity is (and who it’s for). Mary will explain how some of these perceptions and beliefs are just myths that can be broken to help women take a confident career step into the cyber world. \n\n\n\nIf you have ever thought that: \n\n\n\n\nCybersecurity is about hackers in hoodies\n\n\n\nThere’s only one “right” way to enter a cybersecurity career\n\n\n\nCybersecurity leadership is defined by technical mastery alone\n\n\n\nCybersecurity work is isolated and done in silos\n\n\n\nSecurity is something you add on after technology is deployed\n\n\n\nCybersecurity is about fear\, control\, and saying “no”\n\n\n\nYou need permission or perfect confidence to belong in cyber\n\n\n\n\nIf so\, you need to join us for this myth-busting presentation as part of Manitoba’s Tech Week! Mary’s presentation will be complemented by a panel featuring diverse cybersecurity roles that showcase the field as a multidisciplinary\, collaborative ecosystem. \n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n8:00 – 8:30 am: breakfast & networking\n\n\n\n8:30 – 9:30 am: keynote & discussion\n\n\n\n9:30 – 10:00 am: networking\n\n\n\n10:00 am: event conclusion\n\n\n\n\nThank you to ISACA Winnipeg for sponsoring this event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker bio: \n\n\n\nMary Carmichael is a recognized leader in cybersecurity\, technology risk\, and digital governance\, known for bridging strategy and execution to help organizations adopt innovation with confidence. With over 15 years of experience across the public and private sectors\, she brings a CPA-backed perspective that blends financial acumen with cybersecurity insight. Her work focuses on business readiness for emerging technologies\, particularly AI\, where effective risk management is critical. Mary is a Catalyst Fellow with Toronto Metropolitan University\, leading research on cybersecurity risks in the AI supply chain with a focus on third-party risk management. Mary is the Immediate Past President of the ISACA Vancouver Chapter and continues to contribute to global initiatives in IT risk\, audit\, and AI governance. Under her leadership\, the chapter received ISACA Global’s Outstanding Chapter Achievement Award. She is a frequent writer and speaker on cybersecurity leadership and responsible innovation\, and in 2025 was named one of Security Magazine’s Women in Security. \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nManitoba Women in Tech (#MBWiTech) is a community for women and gender-diverse folks working in tech\, along with our allies. Whether you’re a developer\, designer\, founder\, project manager\, student\, or just tech-curious: this space is for you.Our events and workshops are agenda-free\, judgement-free\, and all about genuine connection.  \n\n\n\nMBWiTech is made possible through the support of three non profit organizations across Manitoba’s tech ecosystem. New Media Manitoba\, North Forge\, and Tech Manitoba\, who have come together to build a community of connection\, learning\, and inclusion. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/rethinking-cybersecurity-breaking-the-myths-holding-women-back/
LOCATION:launch coworking space exchange\, 500-167 lombard ave\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3B 0V3
CATEGORIES:MBWiTech,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260228T235959
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SUMMARY:Manitoba's Tech Week 2026 | New Media Manitoba Events
DESCRIPTION:This is a week long celebration of Manitoba’s talent. People from our own communities sharing their knowledge\, experiences\, and ideas with one another. It’s local voices teaching. Local leaders connecting. And local innovators shaping what comes next. \n\n\n\nYou’ll experience the depth and diversity of our IDM and tech ecosystems\, and have opportunities to learn from peers\, build meaningful relationships\, and be inspired by the work happening right here at home. \n\n\n\nThank you for being part of this community and this Manitoba moment. We look forward to see you at the events! \n\n\n\nNMM is organizing and collaborating on 8 events throughout the week! Here they are to explore\, register\, and save the date for: \n\n\n\n1️⃣ Winnipeg Game Collective PegJam: Feb 19 – 22 👉 Learn more and Get Tix \n\n\n\n2️⃣ MBWiTech Cybersecurity Isn’t What You Think Featuring Mary Carmichael of ISACA Winnipeg: Feb 23rd 👉 Register here \n\n\n\n3️⃣ GameBiz Lab: The Great Game Reset Featuring Darryl Long of Ubisoft Toronto: Feb 24 👉 Register to Save Your Spot \n\n\n\n4️⃣ Winnipeg Game Collective Meetup # 139 @ SLXR after GameBizLab: Feb 24 👉 Save The Date \n\n\n\n5️⃣ AI Interactive’s Leadership and Adoption: Feb 25th 👉 Register Here \n\n\n\n6️⃣ AI Interactive’s Vibe Coding: Feb 26th 👉 Limited Seats – Register Today! \n\n\n\n7️⃣ HR Interactive Featuring Gaetan Ruest of MAAIP: Feb 27th 👉 Save your Spot \n\n\n\n8️⃣ Creative Mornings: Feb 27th 👉 Register here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/manitobas-tech-week-2026-new-media-manitoba-events/
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Speaker Session,Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260122T170033Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab | Treating Publishers like Cats
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nJoin us for this program helping new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have Clara Sia share all about how you should be Treating Publishers Like Cats. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will learn to how to: \n\n\n\n– Make an irresistable toy (Validate your game) \n\n\n\n– Jangle the right keys to get their attention (How to sell it/pitch) \n\n\n\n– Act like you don’t need their love (Be prepared to self-publish) \n\n\n\nEvent Agenda: \n\n\n\nWed\, Feb 11\, 2026\, 5:30 PMVenue: NMM’s StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue #c100 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00 pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15 pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 7:15 pm Presentation by Clara Sia \n\n\n\n7:15 – 7:45 pm Q&A \n\n\n\n7:45 – 8:00 pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaven’t visited StudioLab xR before? See directions to our space here: https://www.studiolab-xr.com/directions \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Clara Sia \n\n\n\nClara is a game industry business and marketing strategy consultant\, specializing in marketability analysis\, go-to-market strategies\, influencer marketing\, and game pitches. \n\n\n\nShe has broad experience across studios and projects of all sizes with a special passion for indie games and self-publishing efforts. As a former senior strategist at Devolver Digital and a global PR agency prior\, Clara has managed and consulted on launch campaigns of all scales for publishers and developers\, reviewed thousands of pitches\, signed exciting new titles\, hired and trained staff\, set up community teams\, worked alongside international agencies\, and provided mentorship for underrepresented industry hopefuls. \n\n\n\nClara also serves as an adjudicator on various competition and grant panels and is a GDC Summit Advisory Board member.Join us for this free session with Clara Sia! \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. Ce projet est financé en partie par le gouvernement du Canada. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-treating-publishers-like-cats/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260211T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20260122T180808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T215643Z
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SUMMARY:International Day for Women and Girls in Science | Legislature Building Rotunda
DESCRIPTION:Following last year’s successful event\, NMM has again been invited by the Honourable Minister Renée Cable to showcase our work serving the IDM sector for the the 11th annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science.Date: Feb 11thTime: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pmLocation: Manitoba Legislature Rotunda \n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the brilliance and innovation of women in science. The Minister’s office is creating a space to network\, share success stories\, and spark curiosity in the leaders of tomorrow. By sharing our stories\, we aim to inspire the next generation to pursue careers in STEM and demonstrate that their potential is truly limitless. \n\n\n\nThe Honourable Minister Cable is delighted to announce that the keynote speaker will be Dr. Carrie Selin\, Wawatay Academic Program Lead from the Faculty of Science at University of Manitoba.This event continues to be a cornerstone initiative of the Government of Manitoba’s Ministry of Advanced Education and Training\, designed to inspire the next generation of women in STEM fields while celebrating the remarkable achievements of women and girls already making their mark in science.It will be an opportunity to create meaningful connections between established professionals and aspiring young scientists.Thank you for the opportunity Minister Cable! We’re excited to share what we are doing here at NMM to advance women and girls in science.Looking forward to seeing the community on Feb 11th! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/international-day-for-women-and-girls-in-science-legislature-building-rotunda/
LOCATION:Manitoba Legislature\, 450 Broadway Avenue\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba
CATEGORIES:Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260128T131500
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CREATED:20260108T155323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T220800Z
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SUMMARY:MBWiTech | virtual lunch & learn workshop about Leading From the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:Register Today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNew goals require more than new strategies\, they require deeper awareness and understanding. \n\n\n\nWomen in tech often navigate complex internal and external pressures: imposter syndrome\, visibility challenges\, perfectionism\, and unspoken expectations around leadership\, confidence\, and communication. \n\n\n\nThis workshop focuses on understanding the internal patterns that shape how women show up at work. How we lead\, communicate\, make decisions\, and set boundaries\, particularly in environments where credibility\, visibility\, and confidence are constantly tested. \n\n\n\nRather than starting with external behaviours\, participants will explore what’s happening beneath the surface: the assumptions\, motivations\, and habits that influence everything from delegation and collaboration to confidence and credibility. \n\n\n\nThrough practical psychological frameworks\, participants will gain insight into why leadership challenges show up differently for each person and how self-awareness becomes a powerful tool for sustainable growth\, clarity\, and confidence in tech careers. \n\n\n\nParticipants will: \n\n\n\n\nExplore the internal drivers behind behaviour\, confidence\, and communication in tech environments\n\n\n\nLearn practical models that support meaningful self-awareness and professional growth\n\n\n\nExamine leadership challenges such as: delegation\, decision-making\, and assertive communication\, through the lens of challenges women commonly experience in tech roles\n\n\n\nIdentify internal patterns that support or interfere with visibility\, influence\, and career progression\n\n\n\nSet intentions for the year grounded in self-awareness rather than pressure\, comparison\, or unrealistic expectations often placed on women in tech\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker bio: \n\n\n\nTamara Kroeker is a coach\, facilitator\, and speaker specializing in self-awareness and relational intelligence in the workplace. After more than a decade as an elementary music teacher\, Tamara shifted her focus to leadership development and professional coaching. Her work centers on connection-based leadership\, supporting professionals to lead with understanding\, authenticity\, and trust. At the core of her work is the belief that personal growth is organizational growth. Every shift in awareness strengthens not just the individual but the culture around them. Your strongest team starts with a better understanding of YOU.  \n\n\n\n=== \n\n\n\nManitoba Women in Tech (#MBWiTech) is a community for women and gender-diverse folks working in tech\, along with our allies. Whether you’re a developer\, designer\, founder\, project manager\, student\, or just tech-curious: this space is for you.Our events and workshops are agenda-free\, judgement-free\, and all about genuine connection.  \n\n\n\nMBWiTech is made possible through the support of three non profit organizations across Manitoba’s tech ecosystem. New Media Manitoba\, North Forge\, and Tech Manitoba\, who have come together to build a community of connection\, learning\, and inclusion. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/mbwitech-virtual-lunch-learn-workshop/
CATEGORIES:MBWiTech,Promoted Event,Speaker Session,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20260114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20251222T213552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T185736Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab | Building the Video Game Business Case
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our next event! \n\n\n\nGameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for this program helping new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have Corey Caplan share all about building the business case for your video game. \n\n\n\nIn this session\, you will learn: \n\n\n\n\nHow to create a viable and convincing business case for your game for publishers and funders\n\n\n\nWhat specific elements developers need in their business case\n\n\n\nMixing the creative and business elements\n\n\n\nBest practices for selling and closing deals\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Agenda: \n\n\n\nWed\, Jan 14\, 2026\, 5:30 PMVenue: NMM’s StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue #c100 \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 7:15pm Presentation by Corey Caplan \n\n\n\n7:15 – 7:45pm Q&A \n\n\n\n7:45 – 8:00pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaven’t visited StudioLab xR before? See directions to our space here: https://www.studiolab-xr.com/directions \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Corey Caplan \n\n\n\nCorey Caplan is the Director of Business Development and Partner Licensing at tinyBuild GAMES. With over a decade in Film/TV and licensing\, at tinyBuild Corey is responsible for executing cross media\, licensing and new gaming partnerships for all new and existing company IP. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this free session with Corey Caplan! \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-building-the-video-game-business-case/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Speaker Session
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SUMMARY:HR Interactive |  AI in HR: Influencing & AI Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWelcome to New Media Manitoba’s HR Interactive!  \n\n\n\nIn this session we’ll discuss how AI is evolving and how it can be used to elevate the human experience in HR and Talent Acquisition: \n\n\n\n\nHow AI adoption has evolved\n\n\n\nWhat’s changing in the business of people\n\n\n\nAI as a tool\n\n\n\nThe human advantage\n\n\n\nReal world examples\n\n\n\nAI readiness framework\n\n\n\nEthical use of AI\n\n\n\nContinuous learning and improvement\n\n\n\nExpectation setting and checklist\n\n\n\nPower of partnerships\n\n\n\n\nThere will also be a AI Readiness Checklist available for all those who attend.\n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nHR professionals in all career stages\n\n\n\nHR students\n\n\n\n\nAgenda for Nov 26th:4:00 pm: doors open\, networking & nibbles4:30 pm: Indigenous Land Acknowledgement and introduction4:35 pm: Kristina starts her presentation5:20 pm: Q&A5:30 pm: wrap up6:00 pm: event concludes \n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout our speaker:Kristina Irvine is a seasoned Human Resources and Talent Acquisition leader with deep expertise in building people strategies that align talent\, technology\, and business growth. Throughout her career\, she has helped organizations navigate transformation by leveraging data\, workforce insights\, and emerging technologies. Kristina is particularly passionate about how AI is redefining the HR landscape\, from recruitment and workforce planning to leadership development\, and what it means for the future of work. She brings a practical\, people-first perspective to help inspire HR professionals and students alike to embrace innovation and lead with curiosity in an evolving world of work. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/hr-interactive-ai-in-hr-influencing-ai-readiness/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251105T200000
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CREATED:20251022T191021Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: How to Grow an Indie Game Studio
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for this program helping new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have HaZ Dulull share all about growing a successful indie studio. \n\n\n\nYou have a studio\, now what? This keynote breaks down the real-world roadmap to growing a successful indie game company.  \n\n\n\nDrawing from hands-on experience\, it covers everything from assembling a lean team\, building an engaged community\, and successfully attending industry events.  \n\n\n\nThis session dives into the business realities — legal\, trademarks\, publishing options\, funding strategies\, and cashflow management — offering a practical\, transparent look at what it truly takes to survive and thrive as an independent studio today._ _______________________ \n\n\n\nEvent Agenda: \n\n\n\nWed\, Nov 5\, 2025\, 5:30 PMVenue: NMM’s StudioLab xR \n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm Welcoming remarks \n\n\n\n6:15 – 7:15pm Presentation by HaZ Dulull \n\n\n\n7:15 – 7:45pm Q&A \n\n\n\n7:45 – 8:00pm Wrap up & Event concludes_ _______________________ \n\n\n\nHaZ has spent several decades working across games\, VFX\, film\, and television. His directing credits span indie features that have streamed on Netflix\, as well as projects he executive-produced and directed for Disney+. A pioneer of real-time filmmaking in Unreal Engine\, he has also directed content inside Fortnite and cinematic sequences for major titles including Evil Genius 2 (Rebellion) and Dune: Awakening (Funcom). \n\n\n\nBuilding on this cross-industry expertise\, HaZ founded Beyond The Pixels®\, a studio dedicated to developing original and licensed game IP designed for expansion into film\, TV\, and UGC through a transmedia approach. \n\n\n\nThe studio’s debut indie title\, Astro Burn\, is a modern-retro side-scrolling shoot ’em up launching across PC\, Mac\, mobile\, and consoles. Packed with arcade chaos\, slick pixel art\, and a sci-fi mystery at its core\, Astro Burn represents both HaZ’s passion for retro-inspired gaming and his vision for future-facing\, multi-platform IP. Underscoring this transmedia mission\, an animated TV series adaptation of Astro Burn was announced in Deadline and is already in development\, positioning Beyond The Pixels at the forefront of games -driven storytelling.Join us for this free session with HaZ Dulull! \n\n\n\nNew Media Manitoba is thankful to the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft for their support of GameBiz Lab. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-how-to-grow-an-indie-game-studio/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba StudioLab xR\, 100-201 Portage Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3C 0B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251022T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20251022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20250929T161550Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: Validation\, Communication\, and Funding
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for this program helping new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have Rami Ismail share all about building a successful indie studio through game idea validation\, communication\, and finding funding. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-validation-communication-and-funding/
LOCATION:StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue c100\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 3K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250904T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250904T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20250828T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T213817Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Thursday - Beyond the Brackets: Women in Code - September 4th
DESCRIPTION:Register here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis panel highlights the experiences\, skills\, and vision of women shaping the future of software development. From career-defining projects to the evolving role of AI\, panelists will share how their expertise drives impact today and what they envision for the next generation of developers. \n\n\n\nJoin us at Hermano’s Restaurant & Wine Bar for an inspiring conversation on leadership\, innovation\, and building a more inclusive tech industry. \n\n\n\nHost:  \n\n\n\nCorinne Gusnoski\, Senior Manager\, Business Development at New Media Manitoba \n\n\n\nModerator:  \n\n\n\nTeena Lee\, Senior Manager\, Community Development at New Media Manitoba \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\nAvalyn Jasenn\, full-stack Software Developer with Varian \n\n\n\nDanielle Araneta\, full-stack and AI Developer at CoPilot \n\n\n\nSerena Vandersteen\, Team Lead Programmer at Ubisoft Winnipeg \n\n\n\nKatharina Ditler\, CTO at Go Oil \n\n\n\nWe’re looking forward to seeing you there! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/tech-thursday-beyond-the-brackets-women-in-code/
LOCATION:Hermano’s Restaurant & Wine Bar\, 179 Bannatyne Ave\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 0R5
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Industry Event,Promoted Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250618T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250618T200000
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CREATED:20250611T184325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T203224Z
UID:10000225-1750267800-1750276800@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: Creators and Influencers for Game Studios
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for this program helping new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development.NMM is excited to have Steve Noel and Roxy Morgan join us for their sessions about creators and influencers for game studios. \n\n\n\nThis session is presented by Gamesight. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteve Noel & Roxy Morgan\n\n\n\nSteve Noel\, A Creator Program Manager at Gamesight\, has launched programs spanning from close knit creator ambassador programs all the way to AAA publisher sized programs. With over a decade of experience in the gaming and esports space in Canada\, Steve has built up numerous communities\, influencers\, and programs to empower and uplift creators. \n\n\n\nRoxy is a Senior Influencer Campaign Manager at Gamesight with over three years of experience in creating engaging campaigns. Her 20+ year journey as a passionate gamer drives her dedication to the gaming community. Roxy’s background as a content creator and community manager gives her valuable insights into audience engagement. She is committed to building meaningful partnerships that elevate gaming brands and inspire players worldwide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-creators-and-influencers-for-game-studios/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250402T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250402T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20250414T170205Z
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UID:10000216-1743615000-1743624000@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: Protecting Video Game IP
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for this program helping new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development.NMM is excited to have Kellen Voyer join us for his session about how to protect the intellectual property of your video game and studio. \n\n\n\nThis session is offered in collaboration with North Forge’s ElevateIP program\, which equips Canadian start-ups with the essential resources to understand\, develop strategy\, and create intellectual property (IP) assets. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKellen Voyer\n\n\n\nKellen Voyer is a US and Canadian lawyer and founder of Voyer Law\, a boutique law firm focused on advising video game studios on legal matters from a cross-border perspective. Kellen is active within the video game community in Canada and the US and represents over 200 studios and publishers across North America\, the UK and Europe. Kellen has a passion for video game publishing agreements and levelling the playing field between publishers and developers\, with his latest work being the2025 Publishing Agreement Market Report which analyzes data points across over 100 publishing agreements. He has been quoted in articles on PCGamer\, Gamesindustry.biz\, Bloomberg and more. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-protecting-video-game-ip/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250227T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250227T210000
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CREATED:20250214T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T180309Z
UID:10000202-1740679200-1740690000@newmediamanitoba.com
SUMMARY:Tech and Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Province’s Official Tech Week celebration New Media Manitoba is excited to announce a blockbuster event on Thursday\, February 27th at StudioLab xR. This is a power-packed lined-up and one you won’t want to miss whether you’re a filmmaker\, game developer\, artist\, or simply curious about the intersection of technology and storytelling. \n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, February 27thLocation: StudioLab xR – C100 – 201 Portage Ave.Doors Open: 6:00 PM | Talks Begin: 6:30 PMCost: FreeLimited seating – reserve your spot today! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister today\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe will be exploring how technology is revolutionizing creativity and storytelling with three industry leaders from some of the most innovative companies in the field: \n\n\n\n🎬 Sean Cody – Blur Studio \n\n\n\nA powerhouse in animation and VFX\, Blur Studio is known for crafting breathtaking cinematic trailers\, game cinematics\, and cutting-edge storytelling in film and television. \n\n\n\nAs Head of Systems at Blur Studio\, Sean Cody leads the design\, implementation\, and management of the studio’s technical infrastructure. Sean w will be speaking on some of Blur Studio’s focus on art over all things current work and current work including The Unreal Tournament Episode of Secret Level. \n\n\n\n🎮 Jamie Hurcomb – Epic Games \n\n\n\nThe creators of Unreal Engine\, Epic Games is transforming real-time 3D content creation across gaming\, film\, and virtual production. \n\n\n\nJamie Hurcomb is an Education Advisor at Epic Games. She will be presenting on the power of Transmedia in modern content creation and how it can unlock new possibilities. \n\n\n\n☁️ Stephanie Holden – AWS Thinkbox \n\n\n\nPioneering cloud-based rendering and pipeline tools\, AWS Thinkbox is redefining how studios scale and optimize their VFX\, animation\, and design workflows. \n\n\n\nStephanie Holden is a Go-to-Market Specialist on the Visual Compute team at Amazon Web Services. She will be discussing content creation on AWS together and the different ways AWS is innovating with customers to revolutionize how they operate. They want to enable customers who make pretty pixels to scale based on workload\, collaborate globally\, optimize cost\, and\, most importantly\, remove barriers to focus on creativity. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/tech-and-storytelling/
LOCATION:StudioLab xR\, 201 Portage Avenue c100\, Winnipeg\, Manitoba\, R3B 3K6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Industry Event,Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250226T200000
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CREATED:20250121T165558Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: The Quest for Quality - Project Management in Game Development
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for free community sessions for new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. These events are made possible by the support of the Canada Media Fund and Ubisoft Winnipeg. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have Ben McBride and Jamie Kerr join us for their session about project management in game development. \n\n\n\nEvent Agenda:\n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:00pm | Doors open and networking \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:15pm | Welcoming remarks – NMM \n\n\n\n6:15 – 7:15pm | Presentation \n\n\n\n7:15 – 7:45pm | Q&A \n\n\n\n7:45 – 8:00pm | Wrap up & Event concludes \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBen McBride – Associate Producer\n\n\n\nBen McBride is an associate producer at Ubisoft Winnipeg\, where he’s worked on a number of video games\, including XDefiant and Hyper Scape\, and the internal tech that powers Ubisoft’s games. He was formerly a programmer and engineering manager\, and has also worked on marketing campaigns for a variety of leading businesses. \n\n\n\n\n\nJamie Kerr – Production Coordinator\n\n\n\nJamie Kerr is a production coordinator at Ubisoft Winnipeg\, where she has contributed to a number of projects\, including XDefiant and Ubisoft’s game engines\, Snowdrop and Anvil. Though relatively new to the gaming industry\, Jamie brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as a production manager in commercial video and animation production. In addition\, she has nearly two decades of project planning experience through her passion for cosplay. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-the-quest-for-quality-project-management-in-game-development/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba HQ\, 100-62 Albert St\, Winnipeg Manitoba\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3B 1E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20250225T190000
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CREATED:20250121T173802Z
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SUMMARY:Refining HR with AI: Transforming Talent Management & Workforce Optimization
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore how AI is revolutionizing HR\, transforming talent management\, and optimizing the workforce at our in-person event! \n\n\n\nLearn from experts\, and fellow professionals\, and gain valuable insights to stay ahead in the ever-evolving HR landscape. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\n\nExpert Insights: Learn from industry leaders on the latest AI applications in HR.\n\n\n\nNetworking Opportunities: Connect with fellow HR professionals\, IDM and tech leaders\, and experts in the field.\n\n\n\nActionable Strategies: Discover practical tips to integrate AI into your HR practices to drive efficiency and innovation.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\nWhy Attend? \n\n\n\nThis session is designed to empower HR professionals in the Interactive Digital Media (IDM) and Tech sectors\, equipping you with the knowledge to navigate the transformative impact of AI on talent management\, recruitment\, and workforce optimization. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/refining-hr-with-ai-transforming-talent-management-workforce-optimization/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241120T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T214207
CREATED:20241017T182548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T211840Z
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: Thriving Together - Cultivating a Healthy Indie Game Studio
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our Masterclass series for new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a presentation on Thriving Together: Cultivating a Healthy Indie Game Studio with Renee Gittins! \n\n\n\n\nProactive Diversity: The importance of diverse hiring\, mentorship\, and leadership to enrich team dynamics and creativity.\n\n\n\n\n\nFostering Inclusivity: Encouraging diverse perspectives and ensuring every team member feels valued and heard.\n\n\n\n\n\nCultivating a Positive Culture: Building an environment where creativity thrives through trust\, support\, and open communication.\n\n\n\n\n\nSupporting Mental Wellness: Implementing policies and practices that prioritize employee well-being and work-life balance.\n\n\n\n\n\nEffective Team Management: Strategies for leading small indie teams with empathy and flexibility while maintaining productivity.\n\n\n\n\n\nLong-Term Success: How nurturing a healthy studio culture leads to sustainable growth and stronger game development outcomes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRenee Gittins\n\n\n\nRenee leads Stumbling Cat\, an indie studio based in Seattle\, and is a multi-disciplinary leader with expertise in business operations\, software engineering\, and creative direction. Previously\, she was the General Manager of Phoenix Lab – Vancouver and the Executive Director of the IGDA. She is a passionate advocate and connector for developers and diversity in the game industry. She is also the Chair of the IGDA Alumni Board\, consults for numerous organizations\, and is outspoken about initiatives to increase diversity both within the game industry and gaming overall to help the game industry grow and improve for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-thriving-together-cultivating-a-healthy-indie-game-studio/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Winnipeg:20241106T210000
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CREATED:20241017T184014Z
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SUMMARY:Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Specialist Training
DESCRIPTION:This exciting and engaging training series is designed to equip participants with valuable knowledge and practical tips to excel as recruiters\, especially in today’s competitive work environment where strategic recruitment is crucial to organizational success. \n\n\n\nOur instructors will provide deep insights\, strategies\, and hands-on practicals to help participants navigate the recruitment landscape with confidence. \n\n\n\nFrom pre planning to sourcing strategies to interview techniques\, to ensuring compliant recruitment practices\, our training will cover all aspects of talent acquisition\, ensuring participants are equipped with the skills they need to attract\, select\, and retain top talent. \n\n\n\nRegister now to secure your spot and take your talent acquisition game to the next level! \n\n\n\nFor more information about the sessions\, click here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/talent-acquisition-recruitment-specialist-training/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: Working-For-Hire in Video Games: Can you? Should you?
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our Masterclass series for new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nGame Development is tough\, and many teams will get to the point where they need to look beyond their initial game project to find some different path to survive. Many consider if ‘Service Work’ is the way to go – taking on game development work from clients in (and out of) the game industry that will pay the bills and keep the lights on. \n\n\n\nFew who venture down this path first consider the implications on their team\, and how they may need to evolve as a business to succeed in this very different end of the business. Noah Decter-Jackson has tread this path – from starting up Complex Games as an indie studio working on its own game\, to pivoting to Work-For-Hire through several very different stages of the game industry\, to pivoting back to independent game development and launching a successful title – Noah has faced the many trials and tribulations of building a successful “Work-for-Hire” game development studio. \n\n\n\nIn this talk\, Noah will tackle the challenges of Service Work in Game Development\, what you should consider\, and whether or not it’s the path for you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNoah Decter-Jackson\n\n\n\nAs Co-Founder\, Studio Head & Game Director of Complex Games Inc. (Manitoba’s first videogame development company)\, Noah has worked to push forward the industry in this province for the past 23 years. After initially bootstrapping a small team with $0 dollars\, he grew Complex into a successful work-for-hire studio employing nearly 50 people. Having also recently seen massive success with the launch of their own game title Noah has had experience with both sides of the business\, and is eager to help demystify how the service industry works. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-working-for-hire-in-video-games-can-you-should-you/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba\, 100-62 Albert St.\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3M 3N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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SUMMARY:GameBiz Lab: A Marketing & Communications Overview for Indies
DESCRIPTION:GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games. Join us for our Masterclass series for new and aspiring video game studio owners or anyone interested in the business of video game development. \n\n\n\nNMM is excited to have Astrid Rosemarin join us for her session “A Marketing & Communications Overview for Indies” \n\n\n\nJoin Astrid as we dive into the various facets of marketing and communications for independent game studios. We will tackle the questions (and answers to): \n\n\n\n\nWhat goes into a marketing plan?\n\n\n\nHow does it get put into practice?\n\n\n\nWhat are the components of games marketing and communications?\n\n\n\n… and more!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAstrid Rosemarin\n\n\n\nAstrid is the Community Director at Saber Interactive\, heading up the social media and community team working on games like Jurassic Park: Survival\, Insurgency: Sandstorm\, Teardown\, Wild Card Football\, and World War Z: Aftermath. \n\n\n\nPreviously\, she has worked at studios New World Interactive\, Rogue Factor\, and Hololabs\, as well as at the agency Evolve PR\, indie studio accelerator Execution Labs\, and trade association Interactive Ontario. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVenue\n\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/gamebiz-lab-a-marketing-communications-overview-for-indies-tickets-810582803987?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://newmediamanitoba.com/event/gamebiz-lab-a-marketing-communications-overview-for-indies/
LOCATION:New Media Manitoba HQ\, 100-62 Albert St\, Winnipeg Manitoba\, Winnipeg\, MB\, R3B 1E9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Speaker Session
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