Founders & Funders: Techstars Toronto + Waterloo Community Relaunch
Join us for a special gathering of University of Waterloo founders, funders, and alumni as we re-energize the local ecosystem and reconnect with the global Techstars network. This event is a call to action for builders, exited founders, angel investors, and mentors who want to see more world-class companies start, scale, and thrive from Canada.
We’ll hear from Techstars alumni founders who built ambitious companies with global impact, reflecting on how Techstars shaped their journey — and why Canada needs to keep building.
Featured Speakers
Greta Cutulenco, CEO & Co-Founder, Acerta (Techstars Detroit Mobility 2016)
AI-powered predictive quality software for automotive manufacturing. Named Forbes 30-Under-30 in Manufacturing.
James Slifierz, CEO & Co-Founder, SkyWatch (Techstars NYC 2016)
Global leader in commercial remote sensing and satellite imaging; $30M+ raised.
Marcello Tommasi, COO & Co-Founder, Envoi (Techstars Toronto 2019)
Scaling same-day delivery for Canadian retailers, approaching 8-figure revenues.
Moderator: Sunil Sharma, Techstars Toronto MD Emeritus, Chairman & GP
Special Remarks: Mellie Chow, incoming MD & GP, Techstars Toronto, UW Alumni
Why Attend
Reconnect with the UW “Mafia” of builders and funders
Get inspired by founder stories from Acerta, SkyWatch, and Envoi
Hear about the relaunch of Techstars Toronto and opportunities to engage
Connect with angels, mentors, and fellow alumni passionate about building in Canada
🎟️ Registration: $5 (to cover event costs; excess donated to a local charity)
Sponsors:
Builders Club — a grassroots hub for ambitious builders in Waterloo
People’s Group — supporting Canadian startups with flexible banking solutions
👉 This will be an evening of stories, connections, and action — bringing together the people who are shaping Canada’s next wave of global companies.