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Join Emily Phair of TMG Search Canada and the Accelerate Okanagan team for a workshop on workplace culture. The mindsets of today's working Canadians have profoundly shifted since March, 2020. In this interactive discussion we will explore what it means to prepare for five generations in today’s workforce (Gen Alpha, Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, […]
Applications now open for Accelerate Okanangan's cohort accelerator programs; Venture Validation, Market Ready, and Fundable. Joining a cohort-style program provides entrepreneurs with the necessary skills, resource, and networking opportunities to fuel a startup's growth Learn more here >>>
Game on! Accelerate Okanagan's New Year Kick Off is back for 2024! The feeling of team spirit and a sense of camaraderie is strong in the Okanagan tech industry. We love an excuse to gather as a community and celebrate together! We’re kicking off the new year with a game-day-inspired party. Join us at the […]
Join Accelerate Okanagan and NACO (The National Angel Capital Organization) networking and a fireside chat. Capital Connections is happening on the eve of International Women’s Day at the Kelowna Innovation Centre! Accelerate Okanagan and NACO invite you to learn and network as we celebrate women in technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, investing, and more! Attendees will have […]
Applications are now open for Accelerate Okanagan's 2024 Okanagan Angel Summit. The Summit is designed to bridge the gap between companies looking for growth capital and investors looking for investable companies. Learn more or Apply >>>
Join Accelerate Okanagan as they welcome Joanna and Shelley from W Venture to host and facilitate a 2-day training session around strategy development and implementation. This mid-year Strategy Sprint is an agile approach to your strategy with a focus on assessing opportunities to pursue and problems to solve. Industry experts and like-minded peers will give you […]
Are you an entrepreneur in the start-up phase of your business? Maybe you are considering becoming a new business owner and working on a few ideas. Futurpreneur's Business Planning Tips and Tricks will help you start building a business plan. Learn from the expertise of their knowledgeable Entrepreneur-in-Residence who will challenge you to think outside […]
Launching a new startup requires more than just a great product or idea. It’s about effectively positioning your product, connecting with your early customers, and gaining traction. Join this 3 month intensive, designed to provide early-stage founders with the strategies, mentorship, and support needed while working toward achieving their product launch goals and gaining traction […]
Fundable is designed for entrepreneurs who want to learn potential funding options, explore pathways to raising outside financing, and become an investable venture. This cohort-style program is delivered in person from Accelerate OKanagan’s Kelowna office with the option to join virtually. Fall 2024 applications open August 12-23. Join the waitlist for updates. Join the Waitlist
Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with AO and the Okanagan tech community at the annual Tech The Halls event! Join us at the Innovation Centre for an unforgettable evening filled with festive vibes, amazing connections, and holiday cheer. We’re bringing the Okanagan tech and business communities together with food, drinks, live music, and […]
Building a startup is risky, but you can navigate and mitigate those risks by using an agile and trusted approach to product and market validation. This process ensures that you are building something that is solving a real-world problem and people will pay to use it. Venture Validation is a 3-month group mentorship program designed […]
Exciting news! The 7th Okanagan Angel Summit is here, and we’re ready to make waves in BC’s innovation ecosystem. This annual investment event brings startups and investors together to connect, grow, and shape the future of BC tech. Whether you’re ready to pitch your big idea or eager to join the ranks of accredited investors, […]
