Innovators, change-makers and diversity champions in Nova Scotia’s technology sector were celebrated last night by 240 guests at Digital Nova Scotia’s Tech Forward Awards, presented by RBC. These eight awards recognize leaders and organizations making waves in the digital industry, while promoting diversity and inclusion and helping to drive the sector’s growth.
“From organizations that have done something incredible this year, to those driving positive change, and from leading employers to diversity and inclusion champions - as a sector, we have a lot to be proud of,” says Wayne Sumarah, CEO at Digital Nova Scotia. “It’s important to recognize the vital role that diversity plays in fueling innovation in our province, and the impact and influence of leaders and organizations within our digital community. As a province, we’re modest - but tonight we shine a light on those leading our sector.”
Our 2022 Award Winners:
Talent Champion Award Winner: Outshine, sponsored by MobSquad
Tech for Good Award Winner: Adaptiiv Medical Technologies Inc., sponsored by Covers
Thinking Forward Award Winner: Dr. Israat Haque
Provincial Spotlight Award Winner: word-craft, sponsored by NSBI & Innovacorp
One to Watch Award Winner: Saratu Yakubu, sponsored by Dash Hudson
Role Model Award Winner: Prag Ravichandran Kamalaveni, sponsored by Compugen
Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award Winner: ISANS, sponsored by MOBIA
“A future-focused tech team is one that is diverse and inclusive. At RBC, we celebrate the diverse people behind our ground-breaking ideas, and we work to remove biases and barriers to create a more equitable future.” said Heather Gojanovich, Director, Transformation & Innovation at the RBC Innovation Hub in Bedford.
The Tech Forward Awards have been made possible thanks to the support of sponsors and contributions provided through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)’s Regional Economic Growth through Innovation (REGI) program.
“This year’s Tech Forward Award nominees and winners are paving the way for more innovation in Nova Scotia,” said Andy Fillmore, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry and Member of Parliament for Halifax. “They are looking to the future and making bold changes to shape it. Their innovative projects are addressing social and economic challenges, and promoting the importance of diversity and inclusion. We’re pleased to help Digital Nova Scotia build on this momentum in the coming months, as they equip women, youth and SMEs with the education, skills and connections they need to be tomorrow’s Tech Forward leaders.”
Find more information on Digital Nova Scotia’s website - Tech Forward Awards, and Winner Quotes and Bios.
About Digital Nova Scotia
Digital Nova Scotia (DNS) is the industry association for Nova Scotia’s $2.5 billion ICT and digital technologies sector. Engaging industry stakeholders and over 260 members, we strive to connect our digital community through impactful programs, networking opportunities, industry events and innovative initiatives. DNS proudly supports business growth, skills development and capacity building, celebrates sector successes, facilitates connections between industry and talent, and drives the province's digital economy.
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