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SUMMARY:NVBC Top 26 Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2024 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \nIt’s time for Round 3! Join New Ventures BC for our annual Top 26 Networking Event. Our Top 26 ventures will be paired with their mentoring teams\, while the NVBC community catches up over drinks and canapes. \nGain insight on how to make the most of their mentorship experience from veteran NVBC Competition mentors and past Competition participants. \nAgenda:\n4:30pm – Registration\n5:00pm – Session begins \nDetails:\nDate: July 2\, 2024\nTime: 5:00 – 7:30pm (Registration begins at 4:45pm)\nLocation:  RBCx\, 36th Floor\, 1055 West Georgia Street \nButton Text \n— \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/nvbc-top-26-networking-event-2024/
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SUMMARY:Financials for Startups
DESCRIPTION:Part of the 2024 New Ventures BC Competition \nPresented by Innovate BC \nThroughout the spring\, New Ventures BC will host our Startup Education Seminar Series\, giving you the information you’ll need to build and grow your business. \nWhat you’ll learn:\nIrene and Pieter Dorsman from the Angel Forum will walk you through the financial questions startups are often asked by investors and advisors. This session will help Round 3 companies to build a stronger submission in the New Ventures BC Competition\, and is also open to all startups. \nSpeakers:\nIrene Dorsman\, CEO & Director\, Angel Forum\nPieter Dorsman\, Director\, Angel Forum \nDetails:\nDate: July 17\, 2024\nTime: 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM\nLocation: Virtual \nButton Text \n— \nBy signing up for New Ventures BC events\, you agree to be added to the NVBC e-newsletter (you can opt out at anytime). You also agree that any photos taken at events may be used by NVBC for marketing purposes.
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/financials-for-startups-2024/
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SUMMARY:NVBC Golf Tournament and Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us and our community for a day out on the course at Riverway Golf Course in Burnaby. \n​Sign up as a foursome\, or as an individual. \n​This is a casual\, social tournament and is open to all levels\, with Texas Scramble rules. \n​Your golf tournament fee includes a round of golf\, dinner\, and prizes. Power carts are available at the course for an additional fee. \n\nEarly “Birdie” Registration by July 8 – $140/person\nRegular Registration by July 15 – $155/person\n\n​Tee-times start at 1:30pm. You will be notified of your tee-time in advance. \n​Only 24 spots available\, please register early to save your spot! \nButton Text \n​*NOTE: Payment will be arranged through NVBC. Please email admin@newventuresbc.com to arrange payment by credit card or send e-transfer payment to admin@newventuresbc.com (and please include your name so we can track the payment).
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/nvbc-golf-tournament-and-social-2/
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SUMMARY:IP Speaker Series: Strategies on Patent Filing Timing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deep dive on a key startup topic: when to file patent applications. In a casual conversation\, we will explore key concepts and strategies that inventors and startups should consider when building a patent portfolio to conserve scarce IP dollars. \n​Why This Chat? \n​In the tech world\, every dollar counts. Hear from some of the leading patent practitioners on strategies they use with their clients to build their portfolios wisely\, while still obtaining broad protections. From ensuring utility and disclosure requirements are satisfied to strategic use of provisional\, International PCT\, divisional\, and continuation applications to best practices on claiming priority in foreign jurisdictions\, come listen to practical advice every IP-focused startup should know. \n​What You’ll Gain: \n\n​Insider Knowledge: Delve into some key concepts around how to best allocate filing dollars and key sector-specific considerations including life science and software applications.\n​Real-World Wisdom: Engage with firsthand stories and experiences on how leading technology companies and scale-ups think about filing strategies.\n​Practical Takeaways: Discover strategies on how to stretch your IP dollars to ensure you are getting the best return for every IP dollar.\n​Community and Q&A: This fireside chat format encourages dialogue. Bring your questions\, share your experiences\, and learn from peers navigating the same challenges.\n\n​Who Should Join? \n​Whether you’re at the seed stage or scaling rapidly\, if your startup is navigating the tech ecosystem\, this conversation is for you. Founders\, tech innovators\, and anyone vested in the future of intellectual property in the startup space— gather ’round the fire. \n​About the Session: \n​This isn’t just another lecture on IP rights; it’s a chance to join a community of like-minded individuals ready to tackle the complexities of IP strategy together. We’re peeling back the layers of legal jargon to reveal the actionable steps you can take to protect your company’s most valuable assets. \n​Presenters: \n​Joanna Ma – Joanna Ma is an intellectual property (IP) strategist and patent lawyer at Bereskin & Parr LLP. She offers her clients strategic advice on developing and growing IP portfolios that are aligned with their business opportunities and goals. Joanna also assists her clients with commercializing and monetizing these IP rights\, and with developing a balanced approach to the enforcement of their IP rights. \n​Ainslie Parsons – Ainslie is a partner with Bereskin & Parr LLP and a member of the Life Sciences practice group. Ainslie’s practice focuses on drafting and prosecution of patent applications related to life sciences matters\, including biologics\, diagnostics\, plants and plant technology\, biotechnology\, food and pharmaceuticals. She also advises on patent issues such as validity\, infringement and freedom to operate and has expertise in IP licensing. \n​Byron Thom (moderator) – Byron is a lifelong technology enthusiast who has worn many hats in his tech career. Trained as an engineer and a lawyer\, he practiced at one of the leading IP boutiques in Canada helping startups and multinationals protect their technological assets. As a startup founder\, he is a patented inventor who drafted and prosecuted his company’s own patent applications. And\, as a venture capitalist and board member\, he often works with his portfolio companies to develop IP strategies to focus their limited resources on key assets that matter to the business\, to investors and to potential acquirers. Byron is a Partner at the BDC Industrial Innovation Venture Fund and sits on the Board of Governors at UBC. \n  \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.newventuresbc.com/event/ip-speaker-series-strategies-on-patent-filing-timing/
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