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KAST Innovation for Entrepreneurs Conference

Through a program of workshops and guest speakers, Innovation for Entrepreneurs conference attendees will develop a sound knowledge of the innovation process and be inspired by the stories of other innovators. May 22, 2008 more>

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Spirit of Innovation Awards-Finalists Announced

We have determined our finalists for the KAST Spirit of Innovation Awards.  We are grateful to all of the nominees and their nominators for their contribution.  We can all be incredibly proud of the breadth and depth of the innovation community in our region, as demonstrated by these finalists. more>

Kootenay Association For Science and Technology

KAST is a registered non-profit society whose members live and work throughout the West Kootenay-Boundary region and represent a broad range of interests in local industry, business, education and government.

KAST works to foster a culture that values science, technology, innovation and entrepreneurship as activities vital to maintaining and enhancing the competitiveness of the region.


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KAST SPIRIT OF INNOVATION AWARDS AND INNOVATION FOR ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE

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KAST SPIRIT OF INNOVATION AWARDS

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To purchase a table (8 seats) for $300.00 using a secure credit card or Paypal click here.

or contact KAST office at 250-483-5052 or info@kast.com

 

The KAST Spirit of Innovation awards are intended to recognize those companies, organizations and individuals within the West Kootenay-Boundary region that have demonstrated excellence in innovation in application, development and/or research of science & technology.

Just like the Olympics, the KAST Spirit of Innovation Awards come around every 4 years. Join KAST and regional innovators for the second

KAST Spirit of Innovation Gala Banquet & Awards Ceremony will take place Thursday May 22, 2008 at the Prestige Lakeside Resort & Convention Centre

5:00 - 5:45 pm Reception - Martini Bar & appies
5:45 – 7:00 pm Dinner
7:00 – 7:30 pm Keynote Address-Jayne Seagrave
"From the Mind to the Marketplace"
7:30 – 9:30 pm Awards Ceremony

Tickets $40 individual $300 /table (8 seats)

The Gala is an evening designed to entertain and inspire, featuring mulitmedia presentations profiling the innovative achievements of the sixteen Spirit of Innovation Finalists. The dinner will be an elegant meal prepared by the Prestige's renowned chef, complete with complimentary wine and a decedent dessert.

Dr. Jayne Seagrave - Keynote Speaker
In her presentation Jayne tells a rollicking tale that begins with her husband’s invention and weaves its way towards the establishment of Vancouver Tool Corporation in 1996. Filled with humerous anecdotes and practical insights Jayne's address will lead us through her adventure of taking a new product "From the Mind to the Marketplace".

As Marketing Director for the Vancouver Tool Corporation, (www.vancouvertool.com) Jayne has successfully developed and marketed several patented inventions to all the major home improvement retailers in North America. She is a British Columbian and best selling author of six books including; From the Mind to the Marketplace: The Story of an Inventor, the Home Improvement Industry, His Wife and Her Lovers. Jayne is on the Board of the Worldwide Do-It-Yourself Council and has worked as a mentor for the BC Forum for Women Entrepreneurs.

KAST INNOVATION FOR ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCE

Click Here to Register and pay $25.00 using a secure credit card or pay pal.
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In today’s world, innovation is the key to success in business, government, and non-profit organizations. Innovation is not a mystical process; the basics of innovation can be taught and learned. Through a program of workshops and guest speakers, Innovation for Entrepreneurs conference attendees will develop a sound knowledge of the innovation process and be inspired by the stories of other innovators.

Innovation for Entrepreneurs Conference will take place Thursday May 22, 2008 at the Prestige Lakeside Resort & Convention Centre
10:00 am – 2:30 pm

Conference Program

10:00 Registration
10:15 Conference Opening Remarks – KAST
10:25 "Lessons from the Innovation Road"-
Jayne Seagrave-Entrepreneur & Inventor
11:00 Supporting Innovation –Resources to Grow Your Company
Part 1
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Supporting Innovation –Resources to Grow Your Company
Part 2
1:20 “Innovation & Creativity” -
Maureen O’Reilly, BC Innovation Council
1:50 Wrap up
1:55-2:30 Resources to Grow Your Company - Trade Show

Registration (includes lunch & refreshments)
Register before May 9, 2008 - $25.00 After May 9, 2008 - $35.00

To register contact KAST office at 250-483-5052 or info@kast.com
Or register online at www.kast.com



Conference Highlights

Dr. Jayne Seagrave ‘Lessons from the Innovation Road”


The road to successful innovation is filled with wrong turns, potholes and dead ends! Jayne Seagrave, successful international entrepreneur, author and innovator, will share her insights on innovation in her presentation “Lessons from the Innovation Road”.

Jayne is Marketing Director for the Vancouver Tool Corporation
(www.vancouvertool.com), a company she established with her partner in 1996. Vancouver Tool has successfully developed and marketed several patented inventions to all the major home improvement retailers in North America. She is a British Columbian and best selling author of six books including, From the Mind to the Marketplace: The Story of an Inventor, the Home Improvement Industry, His Wife and Her Lovers. Jayne is on the Board of the Worldwide Do-It-Yourself Council and has worked as a mentor for the BC Forum for Women Entrepreneurs.

Jayne’s presentation is guaranteed to be insightful, practical and humourous!

“(Jayne’s) infectious personal attributes coupled with a contagious energy, enthusiasm and joie de vive ensures audiences will be educated and enthralled…..”

Resources to Grow Your Tech Company Part 1 & 2
Discover the array of valuable government resouces available to small to medium-sized technology businesses, from baseline funding and tac credits to expert consulting and talent services. Offered in a mini-tradeshow format, each presenting organization will provide a 10 minute overview of their services & programs. Presentations will be followed by an opportunity to engage presenters one-to-one.

Presenting agencies include:
NRC-IRAP National Research Council - Industrial Research Assistance Program
SR& ED Canada Revenue Agency - Scientific Research and Experimental Development
BDC Business Development Bank of Canada
NSERC Natural Sciences and Research Council of Canada
BC PNP BC Provincial Nominee Program
BCIC BC Innovation Council
MITACS Mathematics of Information Technology and Complex Systems
DFAIT - Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade
TradeStart BC

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