New Ventures BC Testimonials
Ben Sparrow, Saltworks Technologies, 2008 first prize winner & sustainability prize winner
New Ventures BC was been a tremendous experience and boost to Saltworks Technologies. The mentorship and networking were great and the time invested very much worthwhile. Winning the competition brought credibility and funding, which allowed Saltworks to accelerate its solar desalination technology and grow the company. New Ventures BC is a excellent means to heighten start-up technology and business innovation in BC. On behalf of all participants, thank you New Ventures BC, the BC Innovation Council, SFU, BC Hydro, Enbridge, Fasken Martineau, Ernst and Young and all sponsors.
Norma Biln, Augurex Life Sciences Inc., 2007 first prize winner
NVBC has provided an additional network to tap into and resulted in an introduction to the VANTEC angels through Bob de Wit. Excellent mentor panel feedback during the presentations. Provided tight timelines to apply the rigor needed to finalize the business plan. Thank you for this opportunity. What an excellent program to have for start-up companies. When Augurex becomes a success I hope to “payback” NVBC.
Mike Tan, Team Pages Inc., 2007 second prize winner
I have learned so much from the competition, especially from Sean Wise’s presentation. I have also met two great mentors. It has been a great experience!
Sharon Barnes, RFind Technologies, 2006 first prize winner
This was one of the most satisfying relationships of RFind’s existence. We were able to derive a lot of value from the whole mentorship experience that has had a significant, and positive, impact on the overall development of the organization. The result has been a focused organization that has strong investor appeal and is quickly garnering strong market awareness. We had won even if we hadn’t won the competition.