Reverse Investor Pitch
Join us for an exciting and insightful Reverse Investor Pitch hosted by IDEA Mississauga, where investors take the stage to pitch themselves to founders. This unique format flips the script, offering startups the opportunity to hear directly from investors about their funding philosophies, portfolio focus, and how they support early-stage ventures.
This event is designed to foster meaningful connections between founders + funders and demystify the investor-founder relationship.
🎟️ Admission: Free (Registration Required)
☕ Light refreshments provided
📋 Agenda
12:00 PM – Registration & Networking
12:30 PM – Reverse Investor Pitches Begin
Hear from three featured investment firms as they share what they look for in startups, how they support portfolio companies and their investment thesis and sector focus
Kashif Chandani, Associate Director at TDIP
Mohan Markandaeir, Managing Partner at Good News Ventures
Sony Nguyen, Associate, Venture Capital at BDC - Thrive Lab
1:15 PM – Audience Q&A
Engage directly with the investors in a moderated Q&A session.
1:30 PM – Networking
2:00 PM – Event Closes
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Bonus: TDIP Office Hours
Time: 2:00 PM onwards (by appointment only)
📣 RSVP Early to Secure Your Spot!
Space is limited, and priority will be given to vetted companies.
If you're interested in attending 1:1 office hours with TDIP following the Reverse Investor Pitch, please:
Register for the event
Email [email protected] with the subject line: “TDIP Office Hours”
Attach your company pitch deck
A member of the IDEA Mississauga team will follow up with you directly. Please note: expressing interest does not guarantee a spot in the office hours.
This event is graciously sponsored by: TDIP
About TDIP:
About TDIP (Toronto Dominion Innovation Partners)
TD Innovation Partners (TDIP) is a specialized division of TD Bank Group, designed to support technology and innovation companies at every stage of growth. TDIP offers high-touch, bespoke banking and financing solutions tailored to the unique needs of startups, scaleups, and founders.
With deep expertise in the innovation economy, TDIP provides:
Custom banking and lending products
Strategic capital solutions
Access to principal investments and venture debt
Private banking and wealth management through TD Wealth
A collaborative, founder-first approach to financial services
Led by a team of seasoned professionals with backgrounds in innovation banking, TDIP is committed to helping entrepreneurs navigate growth and scale with confidence.