Join Ripple Ventures, the Cansbridge Fellowship, Vault and the Microsoft Reactor for an evening of connection, inspiration, and innovation!

✨ Built in Toronto is the ultimate Meetup for young tech innovators looking to connect, learn, and spark meaningful ideas.

This special event brings together the core teams from Ripple Ventures and Cansbridge Fellowship alongside fellows and alumni from both programs for a two-part evening:

🌟 Part 1: Fireside Chat
The panel will explore the theme: “The Experience of Being a Young Builder/Entrepreneur in Canada.” Through engaging discussions, founders will share insights from their journeys:

• Past: What sparked their entrepreneurial spirit? How did their early experiences shape their paths?
• Present: What unique challenges and opportunities do they face as young founders today?
• Future: What’s their vision for empowering the next generation of Canadian entrepreneurs?

Key topics include:

• Cultivating the mindset, skills, and resilience needed to succeed
• Navigating challenges and accessing mentorship and community support
• Identifying gaps in the Canadian startup ecosystem and opportunities for growth

💬 Hear personal stories, lessons learned, and bold visions for the future, all aimed at inspiring and empowering the next generation of innovators.

🌟 Part 2: Social

Unwind and connect with fellow young builders, alumni, and key ecosystem partners in a lively social setting.

📅 RSVP Deadline: Secure your spot by February 7, 2024, 4:00 PM ET!

Don’t miss this chance to learn, network, and ignite your entrepreneurial journey. We can’t wait to see you there!

About Ripple Ventures
Ripple Ventures is the go-to partner for founders building transformative software that modernizes legacy industries and workflows. As one of the earliest and most impactful investors, we focus on leading rounds in Canada’s top pre-seed startups, while strategically reserving a portion of our fund to co-invest with leading US firms that share our vision.

The RippleX Fellowship empowers early-stage founders to navigate the critical “-1 to 0” phase of building a company. With a thriving network of over 500 alumni and $200M+ raised collectively, the program has democratized access to startup capital and resources, becoming a launchpad for many first-time and student founders.

Website: https://www.rippleventures.com/
If you’re interested in chatting with the team, please reach out to Katie Ko (katie@rippleventures.com) directly!

About The Cansbridge Fellowship
The Cansbridge Fellowship is empowering the next generation of Canadian leaders with a global and entrepreneurial mindset, by enabling self-organized internships in Asia. Cansbridge selects a small cohort of university students with exceptional character each year to join the Fellowship community, which now includes nearly 250 alumni leading across the innovation ecosystem. Around one quarter of alumni are entrepreneurs who have joined YC, been recognized by Forbes 30U30, and joined the Globe's list of Top Growing Companies.

Website: https://cansbridgefellowship.com/
If you’re interested in chatting with the team, please reach out to Gabrielle Foss (gabi@cansbridgefellowship.org) directly!

About Vault
Vault's financial platform allows Canadian companies to manage their global banking. It combines bank accounts in CAD/USD to receive investment and pay vendors, multi-currency credit cards with high limits, and powerful financial management tools. The platform streamlines operations through integrated bill pay, spend control, and accounting automations. With its user-friendly interface and robust security measures, it provides an innovative banking experience tailored to modern business needs, helping companies manage their finances more effectively and focus on scaling their operations.

Please reach out to Leo Katz (leo@tryvault.com) if you’re interested in trying the product!