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Innovate Manitoba has worked its network to attract the attention of 500 Startups! This is HUGE and here is why:
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500 Startups is a Silicon Valley-based early-stage seed fund and accelerator program founded by PayPal and Google alumni
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They've invested in over 1,300 companies in more than 50 countries and currently have ~$200 million under management
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They are coming to Winnipeg to judge at Pitch'Day and meet local startups!
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Who from 500 startups is coming?
Tanya Soman is a Principal at 500 Startups. She spends most of her time recruiting awesome companies for 500's accelerator in Mountain View from all around the world. During her time at 500, she also has advised startups during the program and coached them on pitching for investors.
She'll join an award-winning panel of judges that includes Manitoba's leading startup business reporter, a rockstar co-founder and CEO of a revolutionary superfood company, and the CEO of one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for two years in a row, Pitch'Day is sure to be both educational and entertaining for competitors and observers alike! Read their bios here.
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Pitch'Day Updates:
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We've received 33 awesome competitor applications! Like seriously good – the best ever, overall.
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All competitors pitch tonight to determine who will make it to the Top 15 at Pitch'Day.
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Over 180 people are already registered to attend Pitch'Day!
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Stay tuned next week as we announce the Pitch'Day Top 15!
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Pitch'Day is only 6 days away — REGISTER NOW!
Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Venue: RBC Convention Centre
Timing: 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Register: Online
Cash Prizes: 1st - $7,500, 2nd - $2,500; Peoples' Choice - $1,000, and $500 each for Best Student Pitch, Best Researcher Pitch, Best Technology Pitch, and Best Social Innovation Pitch (NEW!)
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Thanks to our Sponsors!
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Ramp Up Weekend 8 taps into a wealth of new entrepreneurial talent, but veteran traps top spot with TrapTap
Ramp Up Weekend (RUW) 8 presented by Innovate Manitoba was a clear success by all measures, with over 60 participants, most of whom had never before participated in Startup Winnipeg's semi-annual event that unites hustlers, hipsters, and hackers to create businesses in 55 hours.
"I had the pleasure, once again of helping kick off the weekend, as well as helping close it," said Brent Wennekes, vice president of Innovate Manitoba. "I was seriously impressed, not only with the ideas and pitches presented, but with the sheer amount of new faces at the event, as well as the excitement and energy that was sustained by the group throughout."
Congratulations to the winners!
1ST PLACE: TrapTap, founded by Bryce North
2nd PLACE: TruckMate, founded by Blake Sabeski
Best Prototype: Geofy, founded by Michael Farris
Learn more about RUW 8 and get linked to Michael Legary's podcasts and Daniel Blair's photos! >
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Media love for Pricerazzi
Venture'Challenge 2015 winner has gotten the attention of the media. Check out this piece from Martin Cash published on Nov. 11, 2015 and this story shared by CTV on Nov. 2, 2015!
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Agri Innovation Forum is November 17 and 18, 2015
The Agri Innovation Forum is the must-attend National event hosted right here in Winnipeg at the Fort Garry Hotel. It is dedicated to showcasing the highest potential emerging, growth stage, and established agri-businesses and attracts delegates from all over North America. As a subscriber to our network, we are pleased to provide you with a 25% off coupon code: AIFIM25
Register here >
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TechFutures: $3,000 and other assistance for young startup entrepreneurs
The Province of Manitoba is accepting applications from now until November 20, 2015 from entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 34 who are either pursuing or considering the commercialization of a technology-driven business idea. Along with the cash, award winners receive lean startup training (i.e. Launch'Pad Startup Skills Workshop) from Innovate Manitoba and services from Entrepreneurship Manitoba.
Learn more >
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Register for Launch'Pad Startup Skills Workshop on Sunday, December 6, 2015
The next Launch'Pad Workshop is on Sunday, December 6. Led by Randy Thompson, Startup Canada's Investor of the Year in 2014 and leader of the Launch'Pad Bootcamp, this Workshop covers the key areas that every entrepreneur needs to consider when launching a new business. Launch'Pad Workshops are part of the Lean Startup training provided through the Province's TechFutures program.
Learn more >
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Do you really know your market? You better if you are looking for risk capital!
Innovate Manitoba has teamed up with MaRS Discovery District to create its Market Intelligence Program. This world-class program provides Manitoba's leading entrepreneurs and startups with access to the best market research available — and at no cost! Last year, 18 startups accessed this program, which provided them with over $840,000 worth of relevant market research. A limited number of opportunities are available.
Get intimate with your market >
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Partner and
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November 17, 2015 Pinnacle Club at Investors Group Field
GLOBAL STUDENT ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS - WINNIPEG REGIONAL COMPETITION
The Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) program is designed for students who own and operate businesses while in high school or post-secondary education.
Read more >
November 19 2015
MEIA'S GREEN DRAGON'S LAIR
The Manitoba Environmental Industries Association conference is featuring a 'Green Dragon's Lair' where green tech entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to pitch their product or idea to a panel of judges from local media and win prizes.
Email Curtis Hull for details >
November 27 – 28, 2015 in Winnipeg
SOCIAL INNOVATION CHALLENGE
Make your social innovation business idea a reality. Early bird discount code is YWG50 (expires November 6).
Learn more >
December 10, 2015
SPIRIT OF WINNIPEG AWARDS
Apply to be honoured as a local business that is making a difference. The 7th annual Spirit of Winnipeg Awards gala take place on March 4, 2016. Applications are due Dec. 10, 2015.
Apply now >
Various Dates in Winnipeg
WORLD TRADE CENTRE FREE TRAINING/SEMINARS
Learn about various subjects to help you succeed in business, including: Government Procurement, HR priorities, Provincial Sales Tax, Supply Chain Management, Twitter and more.
More info >
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