MEETING ALUMNIS: UNIVERSITÉ DE MONTRÉAL
While blockchain technologies rapidly transition from being a mysterious buzzword to an increasingly booming industry, professionals from all horizons want to learn more about it. Known for its blockchain community, Montreal offers various educational opportunities to get started and network with key players in the field.
On March 20th, 2018, Addiroum, (Association des Diplômés du Département d’Informatique et de Recherche Opérationnelle de l’Université de Montréal) French for the Computer Science Alumnis Association of Université de Montréal hosted an event to introduce former students to Bitcoin and Blockchain, on the UdeM main campus.
The 2-hours francophone conference was opened by a wine and cheese networking session and was followed by a panel discussion comprised of three insightful speakers:
- Jan Christopher Arp, Fintech Evangelist and Founder & Director of FormFintech
- Brian Leiberman, Director of Operations at MLG Blockchain
- Francis Pouliot, Co-Founder of Catallaxy
All three shared their own personal experience since they began working in the industry. With real case studies, Brian discussed the technology disruption that is happening today and shared his views on his favourite future applications of blockchain.
“I thank Addiroum for this very interesting event, in which a great and insightful discussion took place. From seeing the audience’s engagement, I think everyone in the room got a lot out of it.” — Brian Leiberman
At MLG Blockchain, our priority is educating blockchain enthusiasts and leading the blockchain revolution. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you are organizing an event, no matter the location!
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