{"id":8913,"date":"2025-04-28T16:16:30","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T20:16:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/?post_type=cu_event&#038;p=8913"},"modified":"2025-04-28T16:16:31","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T20:16:31","slug":"accelerateott","status":"publish","type":"cu_event","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/event\/accelerateott\/","title":{"rendered":"AccelerateOTT"},"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\n\n<p>About<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/59\/2025\/04\/AccelerateOTT_2025_-_Save_the_Date_EB.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8914\" style=\"width:637px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/59\/2025\/04\/AccelerateOTT_2025_-_Save_the_Date_EB.png 500w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/innovationhub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/59\/2025\/04\/AccelerateOTT_2025_-_Save_the_Date_EB-320x160.png 320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"about-this-event\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">About this event<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AccelerateOTT<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;Returns to Lansdowne Park \u2013 Bigger, Bolder, and Ready to Ignite<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ottawa\u2019s most anticipated entrepreneurship event of the year! As part of&nbsp;<strong>Ottawa Innovation Week<\/strong>, the one-day summit for founders, funders, and fearless builders shaping the future returns. Join us for a day of insightful discussions, impactful presentations, unparalleled networking opportunities, and Startup World Cup Ottawa Regional Competition. With sessions laser-focused on growth, funding, and innovation\u2014and the high-stakes Startup World Cup pitch competition\u2014this is where ambition meets opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What to expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gain insights into designing, validating, and implementing pricing strategies for B2B SaaS companies to drive revenue growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Product improvement strategies: learn how to deeply understand your customers\u2019 wants versus needs and how your product fits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Witness or compete in the Ottawa regional competition of Startup World Cup, featuring pre-selected local startups pitching for a chance to win up to $50,000 in non-dilutive grant prizes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unparalleled exposure to network directly with Startup World Cup VC judges from top-tier firms like Inovia Capital, Staircase Ventures, BDC&#8217;s Seed Fund, L-SPARK Startup Accelerator, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For over a decade, we\u2019ve fueled the fire of founders, owners, investors and aspiring entrepreneurs. This year is no exception \u2013 with an agenda packed with three incredible sessions. At registration, you can register for each session to build out your own impactful agenda. Secure your spot today for this stellar event and take the next step towards entrepreneurial excellence!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Startup World Cup Ottawa Regional Competition &#8211; $50,000 in non-dilutive grants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step into the spotlight at the Startup World Cup Ottawa Regional, where high-potential startups meet high-stakes opportunity. This is your chance to pitch for $50,000 in non-dilutive funding and earn a spot at the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.startupworldcup.io\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Global Grand Finale<\/a>&nbsp;in San Francisco, where $1 million USD is on the line. We\u2019re calling on bold, impactful startups with roots in Eastern Ontario or the National Capital Region to bring their A-game. If you\u2019re ready to scale and stand out, this is your moment to rise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key info:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Eligibility: Strong candidates will have traction in market. Applicants must be headquartered or have a significant presence in Eastern Ontario or the National Capital Region (Ottawa\/ Gatineau).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prizes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First<\/strong>: $25,000 in grant funding* &amp; the opportunity to pitch at the Startup World Cup Global Grand Finale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second<\/strong>: $15,000 in grant funding*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Third<\/strong>: $10,000 in grant funding*<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligibility:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applicants must be headquartered or have a significant presence in Eastern Ontario or the National Capital Region (Ottawa\/ Gatineau)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applicants must not exceed $2M in annual revenue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong candidates will have traction in market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applications are welcome from all sectors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.startupworldcup.io\/ottawa-app-2025\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Apply to pitch!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Winners must match the total awarded amount. Matching funds can come from any source (company revenue or cash reserves, personal funds, public or private sources).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Early bird pricing available for the first 100 tickets sold so get your tickets now!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrepreneur<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>startup<\/strong><strong>s<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;&#8211; $69&nbsp;<\/strong><em><strong>(Save $20)<\/strong><\/em><br>You are an entrepreneur, startup founder, or work for a company with less than 100 employees. Get your ticket to AccelerateOTT to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gain exposure to your brand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure funding for your business<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get inspired to be the next unicorn<br><br><strong>Full-time student or enrolled in school<\/strong><strong>\u00a0&#8211; $39\u00a0<\/strong><em><strong>(Save $10)<\/strong><\/em><br>You are a student currently enrolled full-time in a post-secondary institution. Get your ticket to AccelerateOTT to:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn from top business professionals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Network with Ottawa&#8217;s finest entrepreneurs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discover if entrepreneurship is right for you<br><br><strong>Corporate, Investor, service provider<\/strong><strong>\u00a0&#8211; $149\u00a0<\/strong><em><strong>(Save $30)<\/strong><\/em><br>You work for a professional service firm, a venture capital firm, or a company with 100+ employees (e.g. multination, scale-up venture). Get your ticket to AccelerateOTT to:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet Ottawa\u2019s rising startups and scaling companies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find your next deal flow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay up to date on tech trends and innovations<br><br><strong>Non-profit,\u00a0<\/strong><strong>post-secondary institution<\/strong><strong>, Government<\/strong><strong>\u00a0&#8211; $79\u00a0<\/strong><em><strong>(Save $20)<\/strong><\/em><br>You work to further a social, educational or political cause, or to provide a service that people need, without making a profit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with Ottawa\u2019s innovation ecosystem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find tech solutions to your challenges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Get inspired by top speakers and panels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Startup World Cup<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Startup World Cup is a series of global startup conferences and pitch competitions powered by Pegasus Tech Ventures, featuring 100+ regional events across 60+ countries. 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