The Discovery Foundation

Discovery Foundation is looking forward to attending Acetech's Holiday Social! Anybody else joining us there?

📣 Call for Proposals is open! Discovery Foundation Technology Education Program (TEP) 2025 Entrepreneurs in the science & technology industries in British Columbia require continuous business education to develop and maintain the skills and expertise to create and grow successful companies. Does your organization support and encourage #technology entrepreneurs in BC? Do you have an innovative business development idea or event that you would like to deliver in 2025? Have a look at our website for more details and reach out today for an Application package!

Thank you Rob Cupello - CMC for your key takeaways listed below during the 'Unlocking Business Efficiency & Growth with AI' exclusive workshop, part of The Discovery Foundation's Applied AI for Business and Education Program, delivered by Kamloops Innovation. We especially love: "Affordable Startups: You don't have to go all-in to start seeing results. Begin small, scale as you see success."

"Future Proofing Your Career!" The Discovery Foundation's Speed Mentoring Event (the third and final of 2024!) delivered by WCT-FCT - BC Chapter is coming up on November 13th. This event is an opportunity for professional women at all levels to share experiences pertaining to personal growth and the next steps in their careers. The Speed Mentoring Event also will give Attendees the chance to network with like-minded individuals, exchange ideas, and build relationships. This event will be an invaluable opportunity for women to build confidence and empower themselves whether they are looking to expand their role or embark on something new. This event will focus on strategic next-steps in your career after you finish your program, or alternatively, if you are looking for a career shift. Be sure to register here: https://lnkd.in/gFvqmM5G

October 30, 2024: Join Kamloops Innovation for The Discovery Foundation's AI for Business and Education Hands-On Lab and Learn to market your events LIKE A PRO using AI! More info and the link to register below!

📣 Calling health sciences companies! At SFU VentureLabs get the skills and mentorship you need to translate scientific discoveries into commercial successes. The Discovery Foundation Health Sciences Business Development 101 program will equip company executives to develop strategic partnerships, secure licensing transfers, prepare for funding, anticipate acquisitions, and more.   Participants will learn through in-person presentations, case studies, and group discussions, with follow-on mentorship.   🔍 Learn more and apply here by October 18: https://lnkd.in/gtWR6gjm

Thank you to everyone who joined us both in-person and online for the 24th Annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards Ceremony, presented by Innovate BC! 🎉 Congratulations to TIMEZYX for claiming the top prize, as well as all of our incredible finalists and award winners! 🥇 TIMEZYX (Vancouver) - $110,000 Innovate BC First prize package 🥈SkyAcres Agrotechnologies Inc. (Surrey) - $60,000 Innovate BC Second prize package 🥉skiKrumb Trackers (Westbank) - $35,000 Innovate BC Third prize package In addition to the top three prizes, our finalists competed for five specialty awards. This year’s winners include: 🌎 skiKrumb Trackers 10,000 Innovate BC Regional Start-up Prize 🌱 VulcanX 10,000 Innovate BC Sustainability Prize 👩💼 insporos $10,000 Innovate BC Woman-Led Venture Award ☁️ yPilot $10,000 National Bank of Canada Leap to the Cloud Prize 🔬 CereCura Nanotherapeutics SFU Venture Labs Top Science-Based Company Prize Special shoutout to MineSense Technologies Ltd., winner of this year’s Alumni Impact Award, who was a finalist in our 2011 Competition! 🌟 If you missed the event, catch all the details on the winners and prizes here: https://ow.ly/TAQX50TrtcN #NVBC2024 #InnovateBC

The Discovery Foundation Mosaic Accelerator Program and The Discovery Foundation Indigenous Tech Founders Program, provided by New Ventures BC are now accepting applications for the fall cohorts! Discover the programs below ⤵️ ▪️ The Mosaic Accelerator Program Tailored for non-technical, marginalized and BIPOC women to build successful and sustainable ventures. Launch your tech-enabled business idea or scale your existing startup with our 8-week program. ▪️ The Indigenous Tech Founders Program Join our mentorship program designed for Indigenous founders to launch and grow their tech startup. Benefit from personalized guidance, a dedicated community, and different educational opportunities. Apply by Sept 3rd to kickstart your journey! All of New Ventures BC's Accelerator Programs are open for applications, including these two outstanding programs! 🚀 For more information and to apply, visit: https://ow.ly/Zi9A50SQuij

Are you an early stage company and looking to raise capital in your Canadian business? Check out the programs our Partner Spring is offering, including The Discovery Foundation's Essentials in Investment Readiness Program!

Applications are now open for The Discovery Foundation's Digital Strategic Leadership Program, presented by WeBC. Do you have a Digital Strategy for your business? We can help you build one. This program empowers women business owners to embrace innovation while improving your organizational processes. Through this program, you will develop: ✨ A Digital Strategy: Understand what a digital strategy is and how to build one for your business. Build a strategic measurement plan to evaluate the performance of the digital strategy. ✨A Defined Customer Journey: Map the customer journey and recognize client pain points. Gain awareness of current technologies and how to leverage them to add value to your clients. ✨Innovation and Automation: Map your internal processes and identify opportunities for automation. Learn models to create space for innovation within your business. Read below for more information and to apply!