{"id":8501,"date":"2025-02-19T07:05:37","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T12:05:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/?post_type=cu_event&p=8501"},"modified":"2025-03-19T08:19:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T12:19:05","slug":"io-spring-startup-surge-pitch-finale","status":"publish","type":"cu_event","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/event\/io-spring-startup-surge-pitch-finale\/","title":{"rendered":"IO Spring Startup Surge Pitch Finale"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Kick off the first day of spring at the Spring Startup Surge Pitch Finale on March 20, 5:00 PM \u2013 7:00 PM!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get ready for a storm of creativity and innovation at the Spring Startup Surge Pitch Finale! On the first day of spring, Thursday, March 20th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET<\/strong> at Bayview Yards, watch as a wave of fearless founders take the stage to pitch their boldest ideas and groundbreaking solutions.<\/p>\n

Spring is a time for growth and transformation, and these entrepreneurs are ready to bloom! From industries such as Cleantech, EdTech, Digital Health, SaaS and so much more! Our 20 incredible founders are bringing the thunder with pitches that will leave you inspired.<\/p>\n

Like a refreshing spring shower, this event is brimming with energy, creativity, and opportunities to connect. Our founders are competing for the Best Pitch Award<\/strong> and the Crowd Favourite Award<\/strong>, with storm-worthy prizes, including six months of one-on-one mentorship, office space at Studio7, and the coveted $5,000 IO Ignition Grant<\/strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why You Should Attend:<\/p>\n