How do start-up businesses in Nanaimo attract investors?
There are three fundamental steps, says Roger Killen, a founder of seven startup businesses who has raised more than $8 million in startup equity.
He’ll cover the three points in a Tuesday, (March 13) forum – Magnetic Startups: build it right and money will come, is sponsored by Mid Island Science Technology and Innovation Council, and B.C. Innovation Council’s New Venture Competition. It runs from 12:30-3 p.m., with networking to follow.
“Startup founders have steep learning curves that are even steeper when they require external capital,” said Killen. “They often become frustrated, bewildered, intimidated, isolated and often overwhelmed by the challenges of launching and financing their business.”
The seminar is designed to help participants by sharing best practices and milestones for building a startup that will be worthy of seasoned investors’ capital.
It offers examples for agritech companies, but is relevant to companies of all sectors.
The seminar takes place at Island Savings Centre in Duncan.
For more information, please call MISTIC at 1-877-664-7842, or visit www.mistic.ca.