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TESTIMONIALS
"novaknowledge anticipates the future by tackling practical and philosophical issues,taking an unbiased position and having courageous discussions. novaknowledge is leadership at all levels which inspires members to drive the organization beyond its role as a catalyst. In the process it builds stronger relationships between members and partners, explores creative strategies and influences action that will make a difference in our economy. Who wouldn't want to be part of it?"
Suzanne G. Gallant, RLU, Senior Associate Manager,
Nova Scotia West Financial Centre |
"xwave and Aliant have been proud sponsors of the novaknowledge Luncheon Series. These luncheons have become favorite events for me personally. They bring together business leaders from across the province - providing a forum to hear about topics relevant to our business community while at the same time creating a tremendous networking opportunity."
David Carrigan, Regional Director of Nova Scotia,
xwave |
"Scotiabank is proud to support the work of novaknowledge. The Knowledge Economy Report Card effectively takes the pulse of the Nova Scotia economy. The tremendous work that goes into producing this report pays off in the production of a comprehensive review of economic indicators and an insightful discussion of trends."
Warren Jestin, Senior Vice President & Chief Economist,
Scotiabank |
"novaknowledge is a place where personal agendas are left at the door so we can look at the big picture together. We share ideas and build strategies for the knowledge-based sector in the province. With volunteers and staff all engaged in the process, we are able to do good things."
Michael Scott, Chairman & CEO,
Precision BioLogic |
"novaknowledge has a lot of great attributes but the best of all is the smart and interesting people it attracts. And what makes it such a unique organization is that novaknowledge provides opportunities for all these people to interact, voice their opinions and make things happen. novaknowledge sits on the cusp of really expanding its capacity to play an important role in helping to shape the future of Nova Scotia - and that makes it a very exciting place to be!"
Chris Hornberger, Partner,
Halifax Global |
"Although Dalhousie University has been a member of novaknowledge for several years now, I continue to be impressed with the discussions at novaknowledge events. It is refreshing to engage with senior leaders in business, government and academic sectors, all of whom provide different perspectives and new ideas."
Tom Traves, President & Vice-Chancellor,
Dalhousie University |
"novaknowledge is well connected with the business community in Nova Scotia, so partnering with them was a logical choice when it came to approaching CEOs and business leaders to discuss the future of the education and training system in the province."
Stuart Gourley, Senior Executive Director, Skills and Learning Branch,
Nova Scotia Department of Education |
"novaknowledge provides business, government, college/university and community leaders with a crucial, well managed meeting place to consider the challenges and actions needed to expand our knowledge-based economy. Once again in 2005 the organization and its volunteers have provided excellent leadership as together we have addressed the priority issues of immigration and capital formation and by creating the flag ship publication the "Knowledge Economy Report Card"."
Jim Stanley, formerly Chair, Transition Team,
Nova Scotia Office of Immigration |
"Building Nova Scotia's knowledge economy is hard work. novaknowledge effectively works to pull together partners in government, business, and academia to deliver results and make a difference in our economy."
Stephen Lund, President & CEO,
Nova Scotia Business Inc. |
"Aliant is a proud sponsor of the Luncheon Series as it provides us with the opportunity for collaboration with great Canadian leaders. My congratulations to novaknowledge and the hardworking staff who are helping to build and grow our knowledge economy."
Shailan Topiwala, Regional Vice President,
Aliant |
"As a long time member and supporter of novaknowledge, I want to thank you for all that you have done to create and sustain the organization. novaknowledge has been unique in bringing together thought leaders from all sectors of the province's knowledge economy. We have all benefited from the organization in so many tangible and intangible ways."
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"novaknowledge has done more than any other organization in this province to raise awareness about, and encouraging development in, the knowledge-based economy. The program renewal and strategic planning of NSCC are significantly influenced by the Knowledge Economy Report Card and our ongoing contacts with novaknowledge, both of which provide valuable information and insight into the types of changes the College needs to make if we are to support economic and social development in Nova Scotia."
Ray Ivany, former President,
Nova Scotia Community College |
"novaknowledge's leadership in reaching out to communities who are outside of the mainstream in terms of knowledge-based growth is commendable, as is its creativity in the development of materials to reach this audience."
Elizabeth Beale, President and CEO,
Atlantic Provinces Economic Council |
"novaknowledge has been a non-threatening forum for debate among the various stakeholders, an agent for change, a promoter of research and champion of successes."
J. Colin Dodds, President,
Saint Mary's University |
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