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SUMMARY:AC Open House: Meet the Mentors
DESCRIPTION:Big startup decisions are easier when you have the right people in your corner. \nJoin us on Thursday\, October 22 for the Accelerator Centre Open House: Meet the Mentors. This high-energy afternoon brings together early-stage founders\, experienced mentors\, investors\, startup advisors\, and trusted service providers who can help you tackle what is next. \nWhether you are preparing to raise\, refining your go-to-market strategy\, building your team\, or navigating the day-to-day realities of scaling\, this is your chance to get practical advice and make connections that can move your business forward. \nWhat’s in it for you?\nSpeed Mentorship\nGet focused\, one-on-one advice during 10-minute mentorship sessions with people who have built\, funded\, and supported growing companies. Bring your biggest question\, current challenge\, or next big idea. \nMeet Your Startup Support Network\nConnect with experts in funding\, legal\, finance\, marketing\, product development\, talent\, operations\, and more. Discover the people and resources available to support your next stage of growth. \nMeaningful Networking\nKeep the conversations going over refreshments with fellow founders\, mentors\, ecosystem partners\, and industry leaders who understand the startup journey. \nWho should attend?\n\nEarly-stage founders looking for practical advice and fresh perspective\nEntrepreneurs seeking trusted mentors and service providers to support fundraising\, growth\, and scaling\nProfessionals interested in mentoring\, advising\, or supporting startups in Waterloo Region’s innovation ecosystem\n\nCome curious\, bring your questions\, and be ready to connect. One conversation could unlock your next opportunity.
URL:https://www.acceleratorcentre.com/event-page/ac-open-house-meet-the-mentors/
LOCATION:Accelerator Centre HQ\, 295 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, Ontario\, N2L 6R5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:AC Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:40 innovative startups. 400 attendees. One incredible celebration of Canadian innovation.\nJoin us for the 2026 AC Innovation Showcase bringing together the people\, ideas\, and technologies shaping the future of Canadian innovation. \nThis year’s showcase will bring together 400 founders\, investors\, researchers\, industry leaders\, government representatives\, and community members for an exciting celebration of entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and the incredible talent emerging from Waterloo Region. \nAt the heart of the event is our Innovation Showcase Floor\, featuring 40 of Waterloo Region’s most promising technology companies from across the Accelerator Centre’s programs\, including AC:Studio\, AC:RevLab\, AC:Health\, the Aerospace Accelerator\, and AC:Incubate. \nFrom breakthrough technologies to solutions tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges\, attendees will have the opportunity to explore what these companies are building\, see innovation in action\, and connect directly with the founders behind the ideas. \nEvent Agenda\nFull agenda and speaker details coming soon. \n12:00 PM: Doors Open \n12:30 PM: Main Stage Presentations \n1:30 PM: Showcase Floor Opens & Networking \n4:00 PM: Event Close \nSpotlight on AC:Studio: Seven founders. Big ideas. Real progress.\nThis year’s event will feature AC:Studio Founder Presentations from the top 7 companies from AC:Studio cohort 2. \nOver the course of the program\, these founders have been transforming ambitious ideas into promising ventures\, working alongside experienced mentors\, industry experts\, and partners to validate their technologies\, strengthen their business models\, and prepare for their next stage of growth. \nNow\, they’re taking the stage to share how far they’ve come. \nThese presentations offer a unique look at the journey of building an early-stage technology company and the potential of the next generation of Canadian entrepreneurs. \n \nA celebration of our innovation community.\nThe AC Innovation Showcase is about more than the companies on stage or the technologies on display. It’s a celebration of the entire ecosystem that helps Canadian startups succeed. \nThroughout the event\, attendees can expect inspiring conversations\, new connections\, and insights into the opportunities shaping our region’s innovation economy. \nWe’ll also be sharing a special update about what’s ahead for the Accelerator Centre and the founders we support. Stay tuned! \nWhat to expect\n\n40 companies on the showcase floor: Explore emerging technologies and meet founders from five Accelerator Centre programs.\nSeven AC founders on stage: Hear firsthand about their entrepreneurial journeys\, progress\, and plans for the future.\n400 members of the innovation community: Connect with entrepreneurs\, investors\, researchers\, industry leaders\, and ecosystem partners.\nInspiring conversations and fresh perspectives: Discover technologies\, new opportunities\, and the impact of Canadian innovation.\nA look at what’s next: Celebrate the achievements of our founders and get a glimpse of the exciting opportunities ahead.\n\nThis is a free\, public community event. Everyone is welcome. \nRegister today and join us in celebrating the people and ideas shaping Canada’s future. \nThe AC Innovation Showcase is proudly sponsored by:\n \n\n\n\nAC:Studio is delivered by the Accelerator Centre in partnership with WEtech Alliance\, Conestoga College\, SnapPea Design\, and Carbon Graph with support from the Government of Canada\, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario).
URL:https://www.acceleratorcentre.com/event-page/ac-innovation-showcase/
LOCATION:The Cora Group Space at 300 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, ON\, 300 Hagey Blvd\, Waterloo\, Waterloo\, N2L 0A4\, Canada
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