Startup Essentials: Startup 101 | Platform Calgary

Platform Calgarybrings together the resources of Calgary’s tech ecosystem to help startups launch and grow at every step of their journey, from ideation through to scale. We focus on making all parts of Calgary’s startup ecosystem better resourced, connected, efficient, effective, and prominent.Through collaboration and targeted programming within a purpose-built home for innovators—thePlatform Innovation Centre—we are a community hub focused on inclusive tech-led economic diversification and job creation.Connect with us!

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Connect with likeminded innovators, startup resources and learn to navigate the complex web of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Alberta

Get ready to embark on your entrepreneurial journey with Startup 101, Platform Calgary's early-stage startup program. The startup scene can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you're nurturing a business idea, exploring a new career path, or seeking solutions to real-world problems, Startup 101 can help you get started. Startup 101 is for you if...<ul><li>You have an idea for a business and want tangible steps to get started</li><li>You’re curious about what support is available to you, and how to use it</li><li>You’re overwhelmed by startup lingo (MVP who?)</li></ul> Startup 101 is a three-hour program, broken down into three segments:<ul><li>Startup fundamentals</li><li>The problem, elevator pitches and customer discovery</li><li>Calgary’s startup community and resources</li></ul> This is an interactive experience, not a webinar! Your active participation is what makes this program exciting and impactful, leading to long-lasting tangible results. What You'll Gain from Startup 101:📌 Understanding startups: Discover what truly defines a startup, setting the foundation for your entrepreneurial journey.📌 Startup vs small business vs scaleup: Learn the nuances that distinguish startups from other business types.📌 Articulating the problem: Hone your skills in crafting a compelling problem statement, a vital step in developing your startup.📌 Crafting an elevator pitch: Learn how to present yourself and your ideas with confidence. 📌 Customer discovery: Get an introduction to the art of connecting with your customers to help you build a solution they actually want and need.📌 Navigating Calgary’s startup community: Gain the insider's perspective on navigating the landscape. Register now and reserve your spot! Reach out to 📧 programs@platformcalgary.com if you have any questions or need further information before the program begins.

<h3>About Platform Calgary</h3> Platform Calgary is an impact organization whose members are tech companies, large and small, united in a vision of inclusive, innovation-driven prosperity for Calgary. Platform Calgary connects entrepreneurs to a network of 110+ partners focused on helping startups launch and grow at every step of their journey, from ideation through to scale. The Platform Innovation Centre is the front door to this community — a single point of access for people as they navigate Calgary’s innovation ecosystem. Connect: <a href="https://www.platformcalgary.com/program/startup-essentials/" title="https://www.platformcalgary.com/program/startup-essentials/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Website</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/PlatformCalgary" title="https://twitter.com/PlatformCalgary" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/platformcalgary/?hl=en" title="https://www.instagram.com/platformcalgary/?hl=en" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/calgarytechnologies/" title="https://www.facebook.com/calgarytechnologies/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/platformcalgary/mycompany/" title="https://www.linkedin.com/company/platformcalgary/mycompany/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://platformcalgary.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=0fb49391f1a22ced4323d721a&id=bd5ee81e57" title="https://platformcalgary.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=0fb49391f1a22ced4323d721a&id=bd5ee81e57" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Subscribe to our newsletter</a> <h4>📝Mission Statement</h4>As a non-profit, Platform Calgary is dedicated to fostering a vibrant tech ecosystem. Proceeds generated through our programs and events directly support our mission, enabling us to enhance Calgary's standing as a premier destination for tech innovation and entrepreneurship. We appreciate your continued support! <h4>📸Photo &amp; Video Disclaimer</h4>By registering for this event, you acknowledge and grant permission for Platform Calgary to capture photos, audio, and/or video recordings that may include your image or likeness during this event or program. These materials may be used by Platform Calgary for promotional and marketing purposes across print and digital platforms, including social media, newsletters, websites, and other communications channels.The collection and use of any personal information is conducted in accordance with <a href="https://www.alberta.ca/personal-information-protection-act" title="https://www.alberta.ca/personal-information-protection-act" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Alberta’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)</a> and <a href="https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/privacy-topics/privacy-laws-in-canada/the-personal-information-protection-and-electronic-documents-act-pipeda/" title="https://www.priv.gc.ca/en/privacy-topics/privacy-laws-in-canada/the-personal-information-protection-and-electronic-documents-act-pipeda/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)</a>. For more information, please review our <a href="https://www.platformcalgary.com/legal/privacy" title="https://www.platformcalgary.com/legal/privacy" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Privacy Policy</a>.If you have concerns or do not wish to be included in photography or recordings, please notify a Platform Calgary team member in advance or email <a href="mailto:communications@platformcalgary.com" title="mailto:communications@platformcalgary.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">communications@platformcalgary.com</a>.Please note The Platform Innovation Centre is a shared public venue. While we aim to accommodate all requests, complete exclusion from photography or recordings cannot be guaranteed.Platform Calgary is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. Learn more about our <a href="https://www.platformcalgary.com/safe-spaces" title="https://www.platformcalgary.com/safe-spaces" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Safe Spaces &amp; Code of Conduct</a>.

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