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SUMMARY:Expert Founder Workshop: Black Friday & Cyber Monday Playbook
DESCRIPTION:Black Friday and Cyber Monday present a major opportunity for startups to drive revenue\, attract new customers\, and test scalable marketing strategies. This Expert Founder Workshop delivers practical guidance on planning\, executing\, and optimizing campaigns for the busiest shopping period of the year. \nFounders will learn how to prepare their websites\, offers\, and marketing channels while maintaining strong customer experience and healthy margins. The session includes tactical insights\, real-world examples\, and expert advice tailored for early-stage and growing startups. \nLeave with a clear action plan to make Black Friday and Cyber Monday a growth moment rather than a scramble. \nMeet the Speakers\n \nTricia Mumby\nTricia Mumby is an entrepreneur\, mentor\, and marketing strategist with over 20 years of experience in e-commerce and brand building. She co-founded Mabel’s Labels\, scaling it into an eight-figure direct-to-consumer business before its acquisition by CCL Industries in 2016\, where she later served as General Manager. Today\, Tricia mentors founders worldwide\, helping them grow through smarter marketing\, stronger leadership\, and resilient teams. Known for her candid\, supportive approach\, she champions entrepreneurs as bold problem-solvers and generalists. Her passion lies in guiding ambitious people to scale their businesses and turn big ideas into thriving ventures. \n  \n \nKristy Lynn Miller\nKristy Lynn Miller is the visionary founder behind The Scented Market\, a brand that has redefined the home fragrance experience through quality\, sustainability\, and artistry. With an eye for detail and a commitment to excellence\, Kristy has transformed her passion for scents into a thriving business that resonates with customers who value thoughtfully crafted products. Her leadership at The Scented Market embodies a dedication to both product innovation and customer connection\, as she strives to create scents that bring warmth and joy into people’s lives. Kristy’s unwavering mission is to make every product a part of her customers’ cherished moments\, one scent at a time.
URL:https://www.acceleratorcentre.com/event-page/expert-founder-workshop-black-friday-cyber-monday-playbook/
LOCATION:Accelerator Centre HQ\, 295 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, Ontario\, N2L 6R5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Aero Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:Waterloo Region Aerospace\, Defence & Dual-Use Industry Expo\nDiscover the Future of Aerospace Innovation in Waterloo Region\nWaterloo Region is home to a thriving community of companies developing technologies that are transforming aerospace\, defence\, advanced manufacturing\, robotics\, AI\, sensing\, and dual-use innovation. \nJoin industry leaders\, manufacturers\, researchers\, investors\, government representatives\, and innovators for the Waterloo Region Aerospace\, Defence & Dual-Use Industry Expo—an opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies\, build valuable connections\, and showcase the strength of one of Canada’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems. \nWhether you’re looking to discover new technologies\, grow your network\, identify business opportunities\, or explore strategic partnerships\, the Expo brings the region’s aerospace and dual-use community together under one roof. \nWhy Attend?\n\nExplore innovations from leading aerospace\, defence\, and dual-use companies.\nMeet manufacturers\, suppliers\, researchers\, and technology developers.\nConnect with government\, investors\, and industry leaders.\nLearn how Waterloo Region is contributing to Canada’s aerospace and defence future.\nBuild new partnerships and strengthen existing relationships.\n\nShowcase Your Capabilities\nWant to do more than attend? Exhibit at Aero Expo 2026 and showcase your company\, technology\, products\, or capabilities to industry leaders\, manufacturers\, investors\, government\, procurement professionals\, and potential partners. \nBuild visibility\, make new connections\, and connect with the people shaping Waterloo Region’s aerospace\, defence\, and dual-use sectors. \nInterested in exhibiting? Reserve your booth today: https://home.acceleratorcentre.com/aero-expo-2026-booths \n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nAerospace and defence companies\nAdvanced manufacturers\nTechnology companies\nResearchers and post-secondary institutions\nGovernment agencies\nInvestors\nProcurement professionals\nEconomic development organizations\nStudents interested in aerospace careers\n\nAbout the Organizers\nThe Waterloo Region Aerospace\, Defence & Dual-Use Industry Expo is presented by AeroWR in partnership with the Accelerator Centre\, the Kitchener-Waterloo Chamber of Commerce\, and the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce as part of Waterloo Tech Week. \nTogether\, these organizations are working to strengthen Waterloo Region’s position as a leading Centre for aerospace innovation\, advanced manufacturing\, commercialization\, and economic growth. \nMake a day of it. Start your day at the Aero Expo\, then continue the conversation at Communitech’s Dual-Use Defence Summit. Together\, these complementary events offer a full day of innovation\, collaboration\, and connection across Waterloo’s thriving defence and dual-use ecosystem. \nExplore Waterloo Region’s defence and dual-use capabilities at dualusetech.ca. \nWe are official event hosts with Waterloo Tech Week 2026\, a celebration of what’s been built here\, and what’s still to come. We’re building something great together. September 12-17\, 2026. waterlootechweek.ca \n\nThank You to Our Sponsors\n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.acceleratorcentre.com/event-page/aero-expo-2026/
LOCATION:Catalyst 137\, 137 Glasgow St.\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2M 5E3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Scale Canadian Tech Connect Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to mix\, mingle\, and spark meaningful conversations at one of Waterloo Tech Week’s most anticipated gatherings. \nThe Scale Canadian Tech Connect Mixer\, co-hosted by Accelerator Centre and Graphite Ventures\, brings together the region’s brightest founders\, innovators\, investors\, and tech leaders for an evening of connection\, collaboration\, and community. \nThis year’s mixer is inspired by a shared belief that Canada’s greatest opportunity lies not only in creating innovative companies\, but in helping them grow\, scale\, and compete globally. Join the founders\, investors\, and ecosystem leaders who are helping make that future possible. \nWhether you’re building your first startup\, scaling a venture-backed company\, investing in Canada’s innovation economy\, or supporting the ecosystem behind the scenes\, this is your opportunity to connect with the people driving innovation and growth across the region and beyond. \nCome for the conversations. Leave with new connections\, fresh perspectives\, and a stronger network of leaders committed to building the next generation of globally competitive Canadian companies. \nWhat to expect: \n\nGreat Food & Drinks – Enjoy local bites and beverages\nGenuine Conversations – Connect with founders\, funders\, and innovation teams\nBold Ideas & Collaborators – Meet future partners\, explore shared challenges\, and spark new solutions for scaling Canadian companies.\nA Celebration of Canadian Tech – Join a community committed to helping exceptional founders build globally competitive companies from Canada\n\nRSVP now to secure your spot! \nPlease note: This is a 19+ event \nQuestions? Reach out to Shriaa Sheth at ssheth@acceleratorcentre.com \nWe are official event hosts with Waterloo Tech Week 2026\, a celebration of what’s been built here\, and what’s still to come. We’re building something great together. September 12-17\, 2026. waterlootechweek.ca
URL:https://www.acceleratorcentre.com/event-page/scale-canadian-tech-connect-mixer/
LOCATION:The Cora Group space outside 375 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, ON\, 375 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, Ontario\, N2L 6R5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Guarding the Breakthrough: Physical Security\, Insider Risk & Corporate Espionage for Deep Tech Founders
DESCRIPTION:You’re building valuable technology. But would you know if someone was trying to access\, copy\, or steal it?\nJoin us for a practical founder-focused session on physical security\, insider risk\, and corporate espionage for companies working in defence\, quantum\, advanced manufacturing\, and other high-risk sectors. This session will break down the common ways startups are physically scoped out or compromised\, how sensitive information can be exposed\, and what founders can do now to better protect their prototypes\, technical drawings\, lab spaces\, trade secrets\, and IP. \nDesigned for early-stage and scaling companies\, this session will cover visitor management\, access control\, facility security basics\, and the risks that can arise when hosting investors\, customers\, vendors\, partners\, or other external stakeholders. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what a reasonable security baseline looks like for a deep tech or defence company\, and how physical security connects to IP protection and trade secret preservation. \nThis session is ideal for founders\, CEOs\, CTOs\, COOs\, facilities managers\, and anyone responsible for protecting sensitive technology\, products\, or company information. \n  \nMeet the Experts\n  \n \nRob Philpotts – Partner at BDO\nRob works with clients to address complex cyber risk with practical strategies leading to durable resilience. His background includes service as a Canadian Army Signals Officer in intelligence fusion centres in Afghanistan\, Canada\, and the US\, where he established interoperability across people\, processes\, and technology in multinational environments\, operating alongside NORAD\, NATO\, the U.S. National Security Agency\, and U.S. Cyber Command. \nIn consulting since 2016\, Rob applies that experience from his experience in high stakes intelligence and cybersecurity operations to shapes how he advises clients today: translating ambitious cyber program objectives into clear decisions and actions that leadership can stand behind.\nAt BDO\, Rob is a Partner advising clients across the full scope of enterprise cyber programs in sensitive\, highly critical\, and regulated industries. \n  \n \nMohammed Khan – Manager – Application & Offensive Security – BDO Canada\nMohammed Khan is a Manager within the Application & Offensive Security team at BDO Canada LLP with more than nine years of experience. Throughout his career\, Mohammed has been helping organizations understand how sophisticated threat actors exploit weaknesses across both the physical and digital enterprise. His work spans red teaming\, social engineering\, physical security assessments\, wireless security testing\, and application security\, giving him a practical\, real-world perspective on how people\, processes\, facilities\, and technology intersect in modern attack paths. \nMohammed has led and supported engagements for financial institutions\, pension funds\, public sector organizations\, and critical infrastructure clients\, with particular emphasis on physical intrusion risk\, social engineering\, and the protection of sensitive information and intellectual property. Mohammed takes pride in translating complex technical findings into clear business implications\, helping executive teams better understand where their most critical assets are exposed\, how adversaries think\, and what practical steps leaders can take to strengthen resilience\, protect high-value information\, and reduce enterprise risk. \n 
URL:https://www.acceleratorcentre.com/event-page/guarding-the-breakthrough-physical-security-insider-risk-corporate-espionage-for-deep-tech-founders/
LOCATION:Accelerator Centre HQ\, 295 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, Ontario\, N2L 6R5\, Canada
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