U of T AcceleratorFest
It’s back-to-school season and the third annual U of T AcceleratorFest returns for a one-day showcase of the people, resources and opportunities that support entrepreneurs at every stage.
Meet the teams behind U of T’s 13 campus accelerators at the Accelerator Showcase and Reverse Pitch and connect with innovators across the tri-campus ecosystem.
Whether you're exploring a business idea or already launched a startup, AcceleratorFest is open to all!
Schedule:
AcceleratorFest Showcase and ONRamp/Centre for Entrepreneurship Open House
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Connect with campus accelerators, startup founders, and the Innovations & Partnerships Office, and explore the ONRamp and Centre for Entrepreneurship's collaborative innovation space.
Desjardins Speaker Series - From Vision to Venture:
What It Really Takes to Build a Company
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
“So…What do You Do?” One minute. One slide. A Revise Pitch showcase where representatives from each U of T innovation hub will share who they are, what they do and how they can help support your entrepreneurial journey.
Desjardins Speaker Series: Join U of T entrepreneurs Aleisha Cerny, CEO and co-founder of clean energy startup Serenity Power, and Michael Helander, co-founder and CEO of advanced materials company OTI Lumionics, for a fireside chat about the highs and lows of founder life and advice for how to increase your chances of building a successful venture.
U of T AcceleratorFest Ecosystem Tour
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Get an inside look at the Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus and explore the spaces, labs, and organizations where innovation, entrepreneurship and discovery come together. Separate registration required.
Please note: Advance registration is required for both the Showcase and the Desjardins Speaker Series. Seating for the Speaker Series is available on a first-come, first-served basis.