

From Trust to Triumph - A Storytelling Masterclass for Founders, Funders & Innovators
💡 Most people hate pitching. Even more struggle to sell themselves. And it shows.
On Tuesday, November 4 at Calgary Innovation Week, learn to flip the script with a full-day Pitch & Storytelling Workshop led by:
George Damian – Founder, press PLAY & former Executive Director, Venture Capital Association of Alberta
Patrick Lor – Managing Director, Panache Ventures
Alongside a stellar roster of expert guest speakers ranging from exited Startup CEOs to celebrated Storytellers, we’ll break down:
1️⃣ How trust builds real connections
2️⃣ Why empathy is your superpower
3️⃣ How to ignite your inner storyteller
This isn’t another panel. It’s hands-on, high-impact, and guaranteed to leave you with the confidence and clarity to make your pitch unforgettable.
This is your chance to learn from a world-class roster of Company Builders, including:
Bryan de Lottinville: As Founder & Executive Chair of Calgary unicorn tech company Benevity, Bryan proved that you can build a massively scalable business with empathy at its heart. In his exclusive Ask Me Anything-style appearance, Bryan will dive deep into the strategies that enabled him to sell his vision and ultimately raise more than $100 Million on the road to becoming a billion dollar unicorn.
Nathan McNeill: A serial entrepreneur, investor, and Go-to-Market strategist with 20 years of experience in product positioning, product management and marketing strategy, Nathan is the Swiss army knife of storytelling, having honed his skills through several fundraising efforts, as well as in his capacity as a mentor with Creative Destruction Lab.
Alice Reimer: As Co-Founder & CEO of Tech Startup Fillip Fleet and former Site Lead of Creative Destruction Lab - Rockies, Alice knows how to translate complex solutions into compelling narratives that drive investment by converting skeptics to champions. Join her for this exclusive session where she'll discuss how to communicate your core value proposition for maximum impact.
🎟️ Space is limited. Secure your spot. Your future audience will thank you.