Akatos Symposium Showcase
Akatos presents: the Symposium Showcase.
Akatos is a home for founders. Since opening our doors in September 2025, our community has seen:
5 teams funded by Y Combinator
3 teams funded by PearVC
2 teams funded by FR8
From chip fabs and humanoids to omnidirectional treadmills, we're now gathering the most ambitious builders and founders in Waterloo to pitch
(Are you a highly ambitious founder, with something to pitch, that we've somehow missed? We saved 1 spot just for you. Apply to demo here: https://forms.gle/jpM6CGhQNhQi5vbg8)
You're invited to join us and a curated list of founders, investors, and distinguished guests and alumni to see what Waterloo's builders and founders are working on.
The Agenda
1:00PM Doors Open
2:00 - 2:30 PM Opening Remarks
An introduction from Akatos and our vision for this community.
2:30 - 4:00 PM Founder Showcase
Pitches and demos from some of the best builders and founders in Waterloo, Canada.
(Are you an exceptional founder, and we somehow missed you? Apply to pitch: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSehm0-bSWkCLlE1pv00y8n0NYExmO3Op8chrm__RXfR96l4ZQ/viewform?usp=header)
4:00 - 5:00 PM Social & Wrap-up
5:00PM Event Ends
Getting There
The showcase will be hosted at Communitech at 151 Charles Street West, Suite 100, Kitchener, N2G 1H6.
Upon arrival, we'll check you in at the door! Communitech is located on the 2nd floor.
Notice
We are always looking for those making exceptional things. If that's you, and you're interested in pitching, apply here.
About Akatos
Akatos is Waterloo's first founder residency, committed to helping you make something exceptional.
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