Top Trending Tech Careers | Panel Discussion

Introduction

It’s time to explore Canada’s top tech careers! Join us for “Top Trending Tech Careers in Canada,” a virtual panel where industry experts will reveal the most promising career paths and essential skills to succeed. 

Dive into how Digital Marketing, UI/UX Design, and Data Science are driving innovation and uncover the best opportunities in the job market. 

Hosted by Cornerstone Community College, this event is your chance to gain insider knowledge and stay ahead in the fast-evolving tech industry. 

Date and Time

Wednesday, September 11th
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (PST)

Location

Online on YouTube

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Meet the Speakers 

Derrick Park | Software/Machine Learning Engineer

Derrick Park | Software/Machine Learning Engineer

With 12+ years in the IT industry working as a Software/Machine Learning Engineer at companies like Nvidia, TikTok, and Fidessa, Derrick holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science from the University of Alberta, and specializes in large-scale systems and machine learning/AI applications. He is currently a Data Science Program Manager at Cornerstone. 

Nathalia Mathias | Digital Marketer

Nathalia Mathias | Digital Marketer

Digital Marketing Specialist with over 10 years of experience as a Media Buyer and Performance Marketing Specialist for global clients such as Estee Lauder, Volvo, and Sensodyne. Her expertise includes Google Ads, Google Analytics, Meta Ads, and various project management tools like Asana, ensuring seamless client deliverables.

Victor Dantas | UI/UX Designer

UX/UI Designer coming from Hand Talk, the biggest Sign Language platform in the world. Victor holds a post-graduation in UX Design and has 7+ years in the educational field related to UI/UX Design. He is currently working as a UI/UX Design Program Manager at Cornerstone.

Martin Presse | Instructor, Author & Podcaster (Moderator)

Martin Presse | Instructor, Author & Podcaster

Martin Presse is a professional speaker, author, and trainer known for his engaging, energetic, and content-packed material. With over 25 years of experience as a professional speaker and trainer,  Martin has provided customer service and leadership training to organizations across Canada and the US. In 2008 Martin was a finalist at the World Championships of Public Speaking, finishing in the top 10 out of 30,000 speakers from around the world. Currently, Martin is the Student Learning Center Manager with Cornerstone College.


Key Topics

Tech Field Overviews:
An introduction to the evolution and importance of Digital Marketing, UI/UX Design, and Data Science, highlighting each field’s role in driving innovation in the tech industry.

Industry Trends:
Key trends shaping these fields, such as AI and personalization in Digital Marketing, minimalistic design and accessibility in UI/UX, and predictive analytics and ethical data usage in Data Science.

Essential Skills:
The critical skills required for success, including SEO, social media, and automation for Digital Marketing; wireframing, prototyping, and user research for UI/UX Design; and programming, data visualization, and statistical methods for Data Science.

Career Paths:
An overview of career opportunities, with roles such as SEO Specialists and Social Media Managers in Digital Marketing, UX/UI Designers in UI/UX Design, and Data Analysts and Data Scientists in Data Science.

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