Pitch
Pitching At The Summit
One of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs is money. Accessing growth capital, securing investments, and generating revenue are issues that plague startup and growth-stage businesses alike.
The OKGN Angel Summit is a 10-week program designed to expose both entrepreneurs and accredited investors to the world of angel investing.
The cost
The program fee to participate in the OKGN Angel Summit as a company is $249 if purchased on or before December 5 or if you are an Accelerate Okanagan member, and $349 if purchased after December 5. OKGN Angel Summit uses Gust to securely and privately collect your company information, business plan, and due diligence information. Entrepreneurs who are seeking growth capital and meet the criteria below can apply by completing the application form.
The Criteria
Early-stage companies seeking investment of $100K – $1M
- Eligible companies should be within Western Canada
- Must be able to attend and participate in training, pitch events and the finale
- Ability and willingness to accept and use an investment up to $250K
- Prototype (MVP) working towards product/market fit
- Passionate and capable founding team
- Identified early adopters in a large addressable market
- A plan to scale (potential for a 10x return in 5 year)
The Perks
- Opportunity to connect with active investors
- Opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs raising capital
- Public exposure and storytelling
- Opportunity to raise up to $250k
2023 Company SCHEDULE
The Commitment
December 16
Deadline for Companies to Apply
January 9
Kickoff with Companies and Investors
January 16
Top 24 Quarter-finalists Selected
January 19
Pitch Training for Quarter-finalists
January 20
Pitch Training for Quarter-finalists
January 23
Quarter Final 3-minute Pitches
January 25
Quarter Final 3-minute Pitches
January 31
Top 12 Semi-finalist Selected
February 3
Pitch Practice for Semi-finalists
February 6
Semi-final 10-minute Pitches
February 8
Semi-final 10-minute Pitches
February 13
Legal Training
February 14
Top 6 Finalists Selected
February 21
Due Diligence Kick-off and Training
February 27
Due Diligence Session
March 16
Public Grand Finale
Get Investment
Applications are now open for the 2023 OKGN Angel Summit!
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