Quantum Computing & Skills Required - DAMA Edmonton Meetup: May 29 (5pm-7pm)
Thu, May 29
|Productivity Innovation Center (PIC230)
Whether you’re an executive wanting to make strategic decisions and understand threats, or an engineer ready to future-proof your skills, this session is critical to attend. We'll discuss the demand and how to Upskill and Enter the Quantum Computing Industry.
Time & Location
May 29, 2025, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. MDT
Productivity Innovation Center (PIC230) , 10210 Princess Elizabeth Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 2J3, Canada
About the event
Speaker: A.J. Sikora, B.Ed., B.Mgt.
Title: Quantum Computing & Quantum Computers - What does Jobs Upskilling Require to enter and succeed in this emerging space?
Abstract: Quantum Jobseekers – How to Upskill and Enter the Quantum Computing Industry
While there is a high demand for technically-skilled individuals, there is also a need for non-technical workers to enter this exciting new industry!
With the current economic climate, high rates of unemployment/tariff threats/etc., those looking for employment need to adapt. You’ve probably heard of Quantum Computing, but thought a job in that industry is unattainable without a PhD.
There are programs available now that are targeted to these non-technical workers, whether they are C-Suite executives, board members, HR professionals, salespeople, etc. The same roles that are filled in traditional industries are also necessary in the quantum computing industry.
Come for a taste of Quantum Jobseekers – How to Upskill and Enter the Quantum Computing Industry to learn how Qubo Consulting Corp. is preparing home-grown Canadian talent for this shift and how easily you can access this training.
Biography: A.J. Sikora, BEd, BMgt: A.J. is the Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer of Qubo Consulting Corp., and an Edupreneur with experience in business, education and coaching. After spending a decade as a classroom educator, he is an expert at instructional design and content creation. A.J. is proficient at translating information to reach the intended target audience, while creating engagement, interest and enthusiasm. With many years of experience in various business settings and sales roles, A.J. fuses the best of both worlds (education and business) to create meaningful presentations, training courses and learning journeys. He has experience in engineering sales pipelines and market creation. He is also conversationally fluent in Spanish.
Do come and join us for finger food and great conversations.
Professionals & Students get a chance to talk to colleagues & potential employers as well as startup companies at the monthly events. Internships may also be available for those seeking career change or explorations of new working environments. You can also meet mentors, mentees (CIPS Alberta Mentors and Mentees Program) and advisors from HR companies at the DAMA Edmonton monthly meetings who can guide you on how to enhance your resume or indeed how to improve your interviewing skills.
We look forward to seeing you in person - bring a friend!!
It's always an entertaining event with lots of friendly and knowledgeable professionals in attendance to answer all your questions about life, work, and how to get ahead.