Next week marks the first time I am bringing the Conquer the Invisible process to Ottawa and I am excited. Business people from Halifax to Vancouver have known what it means to Conquer the Invisible and I can’t think of any place more important than in our nation’s capital. Now, thanks to OCRI for their logistical support and event management expertise, I am really looking forward to a great event and sharing ideas that can help you see things in new ways that will make big differences to you and your organization.

My dream is that people who make decisions that affect our world, make those decisions from a place of authenticity rather than survival. It feels better for the people making the decisions and the rest of the world is better off too. What better place to introduce these concepts then in Ottawa.

And it is good for business. Almost every day I hear about people who are creating new and expanded business because of Conquer the Invisible. Recently, someone shared with me how they just raised a first round of financing for $2million to launch a new hi-tech company – an impossible dream just a few months ago. Another has their financing in place and is in the final rounds of negotiations to launch a new mutual fund company – directly as a result of seeing things in a new way because of the Conquer the Invisible program. Another is putting together a team of high profile individuals to bring change to our health care system. None of these things were possible just a few months ago and now they are a reality.

When people can see with clarity and make decisions with confidence and calmness, extra ordinary things can happen. When people can step out of being busy and into doing things that are meaningful and purposeful, not only does extra ordinary happen, it feels good.

I love helping people make meaningful difference in the world. I have worked with hundreds of executives and the most significant impact I can have is to help them Conquer the Invisible. I measure my success by other people’s real results and I am looking forward to meeting you on July 15 so that we can Conquer the Invisible together.

Barry

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Key takeaways regarding the Internet of Things include the basic fact that it is FUN but has serious implications for the way you do business, develop policy and adjust proceedures.  There’s no shortage in information and no rules as to what data is relevant – each product, company, idea is unique.  The Internet of Things is based on REAL services that are available NOW and provide VALUE.  As the Internet of Things continues to evolve on a daily basis, Evan stressed that the “rules of engagement” must make consumers comfortable in order to be successful. 

See you in September at the season opener.

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The awards celebrate excellence in the areas of research, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership, strategic partnerships and student accomplishments. New categories this year include the Research Award, Health Innovation Award and Student Entrepreneur of the Year. Nominations for the 11 categories were solicited from Ottawa’s business and education community last December. A record number of nominations were reviewed by the Society of Collaborative Opportunities and Advancement of Professionals (SCOAP). In addition, Exploriem’s Fastest Growing Bootstrap Startup Award was presented early in the evening.

“The award finalists represent key executives, business leaders, thinkers and strategists,” said Claude Haw, President and CEO, OCRI. “Again this year the quality and caliber of the nominations was excellent and the numbers have increased. The impressive accomplishments of this evening’s winners demonstrate a city that fosters world-class talent, innovative products and successful companies.”

After a stellar year for his team and technology, Iain Christie, President of Neptec, explains why the company is so pleased to be recognized as a 2010 OCRI Award winner. “As recipient of the Product of the Year award, Neptec’s team of scientists and engineers are honoured to be recognized by OCRI and the prestige it brings to our company, locally and internationally. The work OCRI does for the Ottawa technology and research industry is critical to ensuring that Ottawa remains competitive. We congratulate all finalists in the 2010 OCRI Awards.”

The 2010 OCRI Awards recipients are:

OCRI Company of the Year presented to DragonWave
In recognition of DragonWave’s leadership position in the high capacity packet microwave sector, exponential growth and continued global expansion combined with their commitment to Ottawa which raises the profile of local innovation and talent.

Next Generation Executive of the Year presented to Jason Flick, You i Labs
In recognition of his impressive track record and current involvement in the development of one of the Canadian Innovation Exchange’s top 20 innovative companies.

Strategic Partnership of the Year presented to QNX and Alcatel-Lucent
In recognition of their combined efforts and success transforming a car into a first-class citizen of the Cloud which garnered immediate and overwhelming international media coverage in 2009.

Most Promising Startup of the Year presented to Telepin
In recognition of the success and impact of Telepin’s Cayman mobile transaction infrastructure software and the company’s ability to raise funds to support their growth.

Product of the Year presented to Neptec, TriDAR
In recognition of Neptec’s latest space hardware, TriDAR, designed and manufactured in Ottawa and used in space on the Shuttle Discovery.

Service of the Year presented to UBM TechInsights
In recognition for the company’s holistic approach to intellectual property management and its services that bridge the legal and technology worlds on more than 1,800 projects for over 200 clients.

Research Award presented to:
Dr. Robert Korneluk
In recognition for his leadership and contribution to the ApoptoGen team and their work in the field of programmed cell death and cancer research.
Dr. Duncan J. Stewart
In recognition of his many discoveries in vascular biology and genetic engineering as well as his pioneering new therapies that enhance the repair functionality of cells.

Health Innovation Award presented to Dr. Pierre Cardinal, CRI Critical Care Education Network
In recognition for the revolutionary impact of CRI on the delivery of critical care education resulting in measurable improvements in critical care including reductions in incidents, including deaths, in Ottawa and elsewhere in the country.

Student Researcher presented to Razib Iqbal, University of Ottawa
In recognition of his research in P2P adaptive video distribution and his compressed-domain adaptive video streaming system, called Dag-Stream, which allows for adaption, authentication and encryption of video on the fly.

Student Entrepreneur presented to Muhammad Arsalan and Atif Shamim
In recognition of taking their award-winning research to the next level, now in the early stages of commercialization with industry giants lining up as possible suitors.

High School Innovation presented to John McCrae Secondary School – Web 2.0 Site
In recognition of three teachers’ development of a user-friendly website with a wiki front page that improves efficiency for administration and staff, but also serves parents and students.

Exploriem’s Fastest Growing Bootstrap Startup presented to Telepin
In recognition for their rapid success and significant top line growth.

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About OCRI:

Leading the way for Ottawa, OCRI is the city’s economic development agency. OCRI is the rallying point to bring business, education, research and talent together to create the winning economic conditions that allow Ottawa’s knowledge-based companies to thrive locally and compete globally. At OCRI we promote sustainable economic development to maintain our high quality of life. For more information on OCRI visit our website at www.ocri.ca and for more information on the Ottawa Region please visit www.ottawaregion.com. In 2010, Ottawa was named one of the world’s top seven intelligent communities by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF).

For information contact:

Kim Cunningham
Manager, External Communications
OCRI
Office: (613) 828-6274 ext. 256
Cell: (613) 851-0768
kcunningham@ocri.ca

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Not long ago, we all gasped as Cognos was seemingly gobbled up by IBM. One of our biggest and best success stories was no longer “ours.”  Rob, who is fiercely loyal, with over 25 years at Cognos walked us through the highs and lows teaching us some important lessons that can enable all of us to be ready and able to adapt to change – regardless of what it is.  Undoubtedly, shift happens and there’s nothing we can do about it other than be on the upside of the transition. How? 1) strategically be prepared to run as a stand alone 2) talk to everyone! be connected and know who to call when you need information or advice 3) make sure your board is aware and informed 4) have up to date projections and 5) continuous strategic planning is mandatory.  Being prepared is the key – a great example of this was the way that Cognos ran simulated takeovers which allowed them to practice reacting, responding and managing all kinds of acquisition scenarios.  By including the board, management, bankers, lawyers in the dry runs, they were able to develop a very high level of readiness. It was an invaluable tool for the company and meant that when Rob received the call from IBM, he knew it was not a CEO’s decision but a board responsibility and the process began, as planned!

IBM’s commitment to building a Smarter Planet in which new intelligence is one of the key pillars, drives a global commitment to improving how the world collects, analyzes and use information.   Cognos is a “pearl” in the IBM necklace which includes some of the best people, technologies and services in the world and the Ottawa team is seen as the centre of IBM’s Analytics expertise.

Takeaways from today:

• innovation will pay off
• you need to follow the shifts
• be prepared
• there are huge opportunities if you follow the right areas including: analytics, social networks, cloud, and mobile with its world changing applications.

You know it was a good event when after the closing remarks and applause, nobody wants to leave.  

Looking forward to Peter Allen of DragonWave who kicks of 2010 on January 28!

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Tickets are still available through Ticket Master  http://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/100042658B706626    

In addition to the Presentations, there is a tradeshow that is open to the public at no charge from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm happening in the Civic Centre Salons – check out the list of companies that will be at the tradeshow http://www.ocri.ca/showcase/exhibitors.asp

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This year’s program features presenters and panelists from the life sciences industry and other business sectors with a variety of backgrounds. Each will add their unique perspective to the conference’s theme: The Value Proposition.

You can check out the program, as well as other important conference information, at www.bionova.ca/bioport. Visit often, as additional details will be added as the event draws closer.

According to a 2009 survey by Harvard Business Review, 95% of global executives say face-to-face meetings are key to building long-term business relationships.  BioPort is your opportunity for face-to-face discussions with the region’s leaders from business, research and the organizations that support the life sciences industry in Atlantic Canada.

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This year’s program features presenters and panelists from the life sciences industry and other business sectors with a variety of backgrounds. Each will add their unique perspective to the conference’s theme: The Value Proposition.

You can check out the program, as well as other important conference information, at www.bionova.ca/bioport. Visit often, as additional details will be added as the event draws closer.

According to a 2009 survey by Harvard Business Review, 95% of global executives say face-to-face meetings are key to building long-term business relationships.  BioPort is your opportunity for face-to-face discussions with the region’s leaders from business, research and the organizations that support the life sciences industry in Atlantic Canada.

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This workshop is designed to provide Medical Device companies with an overview of the EU regulatory system. Manuela Ahlers, an expert with TÜV NORD CERT GmbH has been invited to give you the know?how to systematically seek regulatory approval for your medical devices. Ms. Ahlers expertise will prepare you for exporting your product to the EU market. This will be an interactive full day workshop where breakfast, lunch and refreshments will be served. One ?on?one consultations will be made available.

Location: MaRS, CR?3/Café, 101 College Street, Toronto
Date: September 14, 2009 8AM ? 5PM

REGISTRATION: Pre?registration is highly recommended – early bird registrations will receive a 10% discount. Admission is $40 for “htx.ca?registered users”, $60 for “non?htx.ca?registered users”. Register by August 24, 2009 to receive your early bird discount. http://ceworkshop.eventbrite.com

For more information contact:

Marcelle Canido
Communication and Information Coordinator
htx.ca – The Health Technology Exchange
T: 416-673-8480
E: mcanido@htx.ca

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Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Location: MaRS Centre, Toronto, Ontario

The symposium will explore the field of synthetic biology and several application areas. The event will also feature a panel discussion focused on challenges and opportunities in the discipline with an exchange of ideas in one of today’s hottest research fields.

Guest speakers include:

Daniel Gibson, PhD, Assistant Professor, Synthetic Biology and Bioenergy, J. Craig Venter Institute
Robert Holt, PhD, Senior Scientist, Genome Sciences Centre, British Columbia Cancer Agency and Associate Professor, Simon Fraser University
Michael Jewett, PhD, Assistant Professor, Chemical and Biological Engineering Department, Northwestern University
Raymond MacDonald, PhD, Professor, Department of Molecular Biology, Southwestern Medical Center
Vincent Martin, PhD, Canada Research Chair in Microbial Genomics and Engineering, Concordia University
Scott Rose, PhD, Director of Molecular Biology Applications, Integrated DNA Technologies

Interested in attending? Email hpetropoulos@ontariogenomics.ca to pre-register and receive further information about the event.  Please note that given the space limitations, this event is by invitation only and all attendees will be required to register.

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