{"id":6721,"date":"2024-03-25T05:51:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T09:51:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/?post_type=cu_event&#038;p=6721"},"modified":"2025-03-03T14:16:46","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T19:16:46","slug":"naco-investor-day-with-invest-ottawa","status":"publish","type":"cu_event","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/event\/naco-investor-day-with-invest-ottawa\/","title":{"rendered":"NACO Investor Day with Invest Ottawa"},"content":{"rendered":"<header class=\"mb-6 cu-pageheader cu-component-updated md:mb-12\">\n    <h1 class=\"cu-prose-first-last font-semibold !mt-2 mb-4 md:mb-6 text-3xl md:text-4xl lg:text-5xl lg:leading-[3.5rem] relative after:absolute after:h-px after:bottom-0 pb-5 after:w-10 after:bg-cu-red after:left-px\">\n        \n    <\/h1>\n    \n        <\/header>\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    <div class=\"cu-buttongroup cu-component-updated flex flex-wrap md:flex-1 gap-3 md:gap-5 justify-start\">\n                                                                        <\/div>\n    \n<p>In advance of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbc.ca\/dragonsden\/auditions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CBC Dragon&#8217;s Den Auditions<\/a>&nbsp;on March 27th in Ottawa, National Angel Capital Organization in collaboration with Invest Ottawa is hosting a welcome breakfast for entrepreneurs, investors and champions of Canada&#8217;s entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy breakfast and spend the day with entrepreneurs, connect with their network, and hear from leading investors on their journeys investing in high-growth companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Agenda for the day:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>8:30 am<\/strong>: Pump up kick-off breakfast (hosted by NACO + Invest Ottawa) followed by a full day of activities in the IO Founder\u2019s Den<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>10:00 am<\/strong>: Dragons&#8217; Den auditions commence (register here with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbc.ca\/dragonsden\/auditions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CBC Dragon&#8217;s Den<\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>12:00 pm<\/strong>: Lunch is served<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3:00 pm: Dragon&#8217;s Den auditions end<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"invest-ottawa-support-for-entrepreneurs-onsite\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Invest Ottawa Support for Entrepreneurs (Onsite)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s grow your business: Invest Ottawa has a full range of programs and services for every type and stage of business and will be supporting entrepreneurs on their audition journey on March 27th.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step into the Founders&#8217; Den, an exciting Ottawa startup community event taking place in The Foundry at Bayview Yards from 8:30 am to 3 pm on March 27th. Jointly hosted by NACO and Invest Ottawa, this dynamic event will serve as a hub for Dragons&#8217; Den pitchers to network, receive invaluable coaching, and engage with seasoned entrepreneurs who have successfully pitched on Dragons&#8217; Den.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy complimentary breakfast and lunch as you connect with like-minded individuals, gain insights from experienced coaches, and cheer on fellow founders as they prepare to enter the audition den.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you prepare for your audition, these onsite supports will be available to auditioners:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Founders Den: Drop in for support with pitch coaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mentors, advisors and support staff onsite to help you succeed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Light snacks to keep you energized all day long<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More details to follow after registration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you&#8217;re not pitching, there&#8217;s plenty to gain by attending. Seize the opportunity to expand your network, collaborate on new ideas, and soak in the inspiring atmosphere of entrepreneurship at Bayview Yards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply for Dragons&#8217; Den Season 19&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbc.ca\/dragonsden\/auditions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">here<\/a>. Walk-ins are also welcome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"Description\" class=\"section-3OOFy undefined\">\n<div class=\"description-2rEC6\">\n<p><strong>Important Event Details to Ensure a Great Experience for You<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are joining the event in person, please note the information below:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Transit:<\/strong> Bayview Yards is 600m away from Bayview Station, which serves multiple routes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Driving:<\/strong>&nbsp;50 spaces along Bayview Station Road offer 2HR free parking and 27 spaces along Stonehurst and Burnside offer 1HR free parking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parking:<\/strong>&nbsp;Complimentary parking is available onsite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Inclusive &amp; Accessible:<\/strong>&nbsp;Should you have any specific mobility requirements, please contact Audrey Willsey at&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:awillsey@investottawa.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">awillsey@investottawa.ca<\/a>. 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