​LUNCH&LEARN: Bootstrapping Workshop

​Join us for an exclusive session on Bootstrapping with David Sinkinson, proven SaaS entrepreneur, author, and host of the Startup Different podcast. As the co-founder of AppArmor, David built and scaled a bootstrapped software startup from the ground up, ultimately leading to a $40M acquisition by Rave Mobile Safety—and a later $560M exit to Motorola Solutions.

​Learn how to maximize limited resources, validate your ideas, and create sustainable growth through creative problem-solving and lean operations. Whether you’re an early-stage founder or aspiring entrepreneur, this session will provide actionable insights to help you navigate the challenges of bootstrapping successfully.

​About the Speaker

​David Sinkinson is a proven SaaS entrepreneur. David was the Co-Founder and CEO of AppArmor, the bootstrapped public safety software startup he led with his brother, Chris. AppArmor was purchased by Rave Mobile Safety in February of 2022 for $40 Million. Later in 2022, both Rave Mobile Safety and AppArmor were acquired by Motorola Solutions for $560 million.

​Dave has co-authored the award-winning business book Startup Different and hosts the award-winning  Startup Different Podcast. Startup Different debunks startup myths, tackles some of the toughest challenges and gives founders the tools to build their business. This down-to-earth founder proves that making a successful startup has little to do with unicorns or ten-baggers and instead focuses on a proven, different method for startup success.

​About the City of Markham

​The City of Markham is one of the most vibrant, diverse, and rapidly growing communities in the Greater Toronto Area. Home to more than 365,000 residents and a thriving business ecosystem of over 10,000 companies — including 1,500 technology firms — Markham is recognized for its forward-thinking urban planning, dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, and strong pro-business environment.
Through the Markham Small Business Centre, the city provides dedicated support to entrepreneurs and small business owners. A team of passionate business advisors offers personalized, one-on-one consulting and access to essential resources, helping local businesses launch, grow, and succeed in today’s competitive marketplace. www.markhambusiness.ca

​About YSpace

​​YSpace is York University’s pan-university entrepreneurship and innovation hub supporting startups and entrepreneurs from a variety of sectors and communities. Our programming spans across scaling innovative technologies through customer and investor capital to scaling agri-food businesses into mass retail to diversity-focused initiatives like **ELLA powered by Desjardins** for women-led businesses and Black Entrepreneurship Alliance (BEA) for Black-led businesses. Additionally with our Start-Up Visa program, we are building a robust ecosystem, driving positive change and empowering entrepreneurs to shape the future. We are also home to two physical hubs in the City of Markham and the Town of Georgina.