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YWCA Uplift Data Science Program Overview

Is your business looking for skilled data professionals to support key projects? The YWCA Uplift Program connects organizations with trained professionals in Data Science, Data Analytics, and Electric Vehicle (EV) technologies—helping you access specialized expertise without the typical hiring barriers.

Join this informative session to learn how your business can benefit from fully subsidized placements with highly trained candidates from McMaster Manufacturing Research Institute (MMRI), University of Guelph’s Open Learning and Education Support program, MacDATA Institute, and McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business.

What you’ll learn:

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Who should attend?

This session is ideal for startups, small businesses, and organizations looking to:

  • Enhance data-driven decision-making with skilled professionals.
  • Build AI, analytics, or electric vehicle expertise without upfront costs.
  • Strengthen internal data capabilities to support business growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your business can tap into top-tier talent through YWCA Uplift.

About YWCA Uplift

The YWCA Hamilton Uplift Data Lab Program is a collaborative program brought to you by Innovation Factory and the YWCA Hamilton. Uplift empowers women and non-binary individuals to reskill or upskill in the realms of advanced manufacturing, data science, data analytics, and emissions vehicles and provides additional support related to career development and navigating non-traditional workplaces.

https://innovationfactory.ca/uplift-program/

 

Date
Apr 09 2025
Expired!
Time
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Innovation Factory (Virtual)
Innovation Factory (Virtual)
Online
Website https://innovationfactory.ca
Organizer
Innovation Factory
Innovation Factory
Phone 905-667-2611
Email info@innovationfactory.ca
Website https://innovationfactory.ca

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