Resources

WatStart
Creates opportunities for early-stage technology entrepreneurs to get together – online and in person – with each other and with local service providers. If you've thought about starting your own company, or are already running a startup, we encourage you to become a registered WatStart member.

LaunchPad $50K Venture Creation Competition, is a pioneering initiative that provides a platform for students, alumni, researchers and entrepreneurs to join together in teams and commercialize innovative ideas. Organized by Wilfrid Laurier University, University of Waterloo, University of Guelph, and Conestoga College, the competition provides a network of resources for teambuilding, learning, mentorship, and business development.

Securing Venture Capital for Your Early-Stage Technology Business
If you are considering starting a technolgy business or you have already started a technology business and have reached a stage where you require additional capital, this presentation will help you determine if venture capital is appropriate for your business and if it is, will provide you with tips for securing your first round of venture capital financing.

Chapter I - Inspiration: From Concept to Commercialization
Speaker presentations and the 2003 Waterloo Region Resource Guide for High-Tech Entrepreneurs

Chapter 2 – Right on the Market: How to Survive Building a Tech Company
Speaker presentations and the 2004 Waterloo Region Resource Guide for High-Tech Entrepreneurs

Chapter 3 – Market Execution: Put your tech company into action!
The 2005 Waterloo Region Resource Guide for High-Tech Entrepreneurs

Chapter 4 – Your Business Life Cycle -- Time to grow
Speaker presentations and the 2006 Waterloo Region Resource Guide for High-Tech Entrepreneurs

Communitech Association Inc.
Technology industry association driving the dynamic growth and success for Waterloo Region technology companies

Waterloo Tech Digest
Gary Will's monthly newsletter covering high-tech business in the Waterloo area

The Record's Technology Spotlight 2006
Special report on technology companies and related businesses in the Waterloo Region and Guelph

 

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