Welcome to October 2021! Stay connected to the tech news that matters to you with the BC Tech Newsletter.
BC TECH EVENTS
Join us for our next ScaleUp Roundtable to hear from Andrew Reid, Rival, #2021TIAs finalist for the Tech Culture of the Year award, about his experience scaling a tech company. October 7th @ 11:00 AM Register now.
During this panel discussion, we will hear from the #2021TIAs finalists for the Gamechanger: Diversity & Inclusion award. October 13th @ 11:00 AM Register now.
Other noteworthy events:
#WhatWorks Export: Export first as a growth strategy on October 20 @ 11:00 AM. Register now.
#WhatWorks Growth: How to build a marketing, sales and customer success org for rapid growth on October 27 @ 11:00 AM. Register now.
We were thrilled to speak with Anthony Azar, Lidi Giroux, and Angel Carrillo during our #WhatWorks: Diversity & Inclusion session in September, where we explored the findings of the 2SLGBTQ+ Insights Report. Sponsored by Allocadia and HSBC. You can watch the recording here.
BC TECH PROGRAMS
BCTech4Startups
BCTech4Startups provides qualifying startups free access to a suite of dedicated support services focused on key startup needs - Find out more about BCTech4Startups and apply here. We are thrilled to have such incredible partners and asked SAP Labs Canada what inspired them to support the program:
ScaleUp BC
Thank you to our 70+ industry supporters for our work to launch the ScaleUp BC platform in BC to help 800 companies to scaleup. Full details on this innovative programming here. To join the supporter list sign-up here: hello@wearebctech.com
HyperTalent K- 12 Educators Workshop
This exciting webinar demystifies the world of technology and explains the career opportunities of the future. Sponsored by East Side Games and SAP Labs Canada.
Semios secures $100 million in pursuit of global ag-tech leadership
From their early days at the BC Tech Hub and now, joining the unicorn club, Semios aims to be the global leader in agricultural tech. Learn more.
#2021 TIAs Finalist, Dapper Labs, begins producing digital NFL collectables
The NFT producer has reached a deal with the NFL to offer football fans a chance to to own digital "moments" from their favourite NFL teams. Learn more.
Conexiom secured growth investment of $130 million
Warburg Pincus, a leading global growth investor, has invested $130 million in the Vancouver sales order and invoice automation solutions firm. Learn more.
Fobi to expand retail opportunities through strategic acquisition
Vancouver based SaaS startup to acquire Qples for $3.2 million to enter the coupon industry. Learn more.
Royal Caribbean Cruises to partner with #2021TIAs finalist TraceSafe
TraceSafe will provide wearable tech for cruise line passengers that features RFID technology. Learn more.
BC TECH JOB BOARD
The BC Tech Job Board aims to connect top talent with exciting jobs in tech! Learn more.
