HerStory: Story-Pitch Competition

June 2 @ 9:15 am 12:00 pm MDT

Are you a founder that has some market traction and are looking to accelerate with some additional funding? HerStory is a pitch competition that puts you in a room with potential investors to tell your story! You’ll run through your idea and why investing in you and your team will bring innovation, value, and impact.

Studies show what women entrepreneurs and investors have known for decades: traditional pitch competitions consistently fail women. (And, because the research on gender-diverse founders is basically non-existent, it’s safe to say this group is underserved as well.) HerStory is quite literally flipping the script. By leading with narrative and encouraging a relatable, honest and feminist approach to information, connection and business building, we’re challenging the traditional pitch model and spurring innovation. HerStory amplifies a diversity of voices and connects modern entrepreneurs with investors, increasing the likelihood of women accessing funding and growing their pathways to success.

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Date:
June 2
Time:
9:15 am – 12:00 pm MDTw
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136 8 Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta T2P 0K6 Canada
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Calgary Economic Development’s 2023 Report to the Community

April 18 @ 2:30 pm 5:30 pm MDT

Calgary Economic Development presents an intimate conversation with The Honourable Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta and The Honourable Rachel Notley, Leader of the Official Opposition, led by Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek.

As our first in-person Report to the Community in four years, Calgary Economic Development’s 2023 Report to the Community presented by WestJet is not to be missed. Join us for engaging conversations with political leaders, community builders and champions of Calgary’s leadership in digital transformation.

At this year’s event, you will have the opportunity to hear from:

FEATURED SPEAKERS
Calgary Mayor Jyoti GondekNavin Arora, Executive Vice-president, TELUS Business Solutions, Brad Parry, President & CEO of Calgary Economic Development
BUSINESS PANEL
Arlene Strom, Chief Sustainability Officer of Suncor, Salima Shivji, Director of Movement51, Scott Gravelle, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of Attabotics
COMMUNITY PANEL
Calgary Mayor, Jyoti GondekChi Iliya-Ndule, Corporate Commercial Lawyer at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP, and Co-Founder and President of Calgary Black Chambers, Calgary Black Chambers, Holly Singer, Founder & CEO, Milk Jar Candle Co., Milk Jar Candle Co., Lourdes Juan, Co-Founder & CEO, Fresh Routes

Agenda:
2:30 p.m. – Event Begins
2:30 to 3:30 p.m. – Networking
3:30 to 5:30 p.m. – Report to the Community presentation
5:30 p.m. – Event Concludes

Get your tickets here:
VIP ticket $125 / Community ticket $70 / Non-profit ticket $30 / Senior ticket  $30 / Student ticket $30

VIP tickets provide exclusive access to the TELUS Business VIP networking lounge, with the opportunity to meet fellow VIP guests and speakers from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. You will receive a complimentary drink ticket and will have front of house VIP table seating during the official program from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Details

Date:
April 18
Time:
2:30 pm – 5:30 pm MDTw
Cost:
$30 – $125
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136 8 Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta T2P 0K6 Canada
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Energy Works Career Expo

September 19 @ 8:00 am September 20 @ 5:00 pm MDT

Hosted on September 19-20, 2023, Energy Works will be the only career expo specifically dedicated to making connections with job-seekers to companies that are hiring in the Canadian energy sector, including oil & gas, electrification and utilities, hydrogen and CCUS sectors. This event is for everyone from high-level engineers to new graduates who are looking for employment or to find their ideal job. Every exhibitor on display is currently recruiting for roles in their company.

Details

Start:
September 19 @ 8:00 am MDT
End:
September 20 @ 5:00 pm MDT
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136 8 Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta T2P 0K6 Canada
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ABF4 x The51 Breakfast Panel and Networking Event

January 25 @ 8:00 am 11:00 am MST

Join us on January 25th at KPMG Pitch Stage at Platform Innovation Centre for an Alberta Female Founders, Funders, and Fortifiers (ABF4) x The51 breakfast event!

You’ll have the opportunity to meet people working in the Calgary technology industry while enjoying coffee and breakfast treats. Stay updated by following the ABF4 LinkedIn page.

Huge thanks to our sponsors for their generous support: A100, Accelerate Fund, Platform Calgary and BDC!

 

Agenda

8:00 – 9:00 Registration and Networking

9:00 – 9:45 Panel

9:45 – 10:00 Q&A

10:00 – 10:05 Thank you & Closing

10:05 – 11:00 Networking

Details

Date:
January 25
Time:
8:00 am – 11:00 am MSTw
Cost:
Free
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407 9 Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta T2G 2K7 Canada
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403-284-6400
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Launch Party 2022

This event is hosted at the TELUS Convention Centre.

 

Launch Party is back and in-person! Join us as we celebrate 10 of Calgary’s brightest up-and-coming startups and the founders behind them.

 

As Innovation Week’s signature event, Launch Party, presented by University of Alberta, is the largest startup-focused showcase of the year. This is a celebration of the momentum in #yyctech, and the entrepreneurs who are at the core of it. Let’s shine a light on tech and innovation in Calgary, and the startups who are propelling innovation forward.

Launch Party highlights 10 of Calgary’s most promising startups, as chosen by the selection committee made up of Launch Party alumni. More than 150 companies have been showcased at Launch Party since 2010, including SkipTheDishesStellarAlgoOrpyxVirtual GurusRed Iron Labs and more!

What does your Launch Party ticket get you?

  • Networking and connection opportunities with some of Calgary’s brightest startups and founders
  • Appetizers, beverages, and entertainment
  • A fun evening celebrating Calgary’s tech and innovation community

The celebration is open to everyone! Whether you’re a student, experienced entrepreneur, investor, curious about startup life and Calgary’s tech scene, or just looking to connect with some great folks – we can’t wait to see you.

Thank you to our friends at Showpass for your support of this event and everything you do for the Calgary tech community!

About Platform Calgary:

Platform Calgary brings together the resources of Calgary’s tech ecosystem to help startups launch and grow at every step of their journey, from ideation through to scale. We focus on making all parts of Calgary’s startup ecosystem better resourced, connected, efficient and prominent.

Behind every great innovator is a great community. The newly opened Platform Innovation Centre is the front door to this community — a single point of access for people as they navigate Calgary’s innovation ecosystem.

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