Toronto's Startup Community
STARTUP INVESTOR DRINKS
Sept 28, 2023
Investor Ready Startups, Active Startup Investors
Networking – Drinks – Rapid Fire Pitches
New Location! Thanks to Futurpreneur for hosting us!
33 Yonge St #1100, Toronto, ON M5E 1G4
Reserve Your Spot
GET YOUR TICKET !!
Several ticket types are available to purchase to suit your needs. Toronto’s Startup Investor Drinks Open Pitch Open Bar helps connect investor ready startups with Startup Investors in an intimate networking environment.
Your ticket includes drinks, pizza and rapid fire pitches.
Any Ticket gives you the opportunity to sign up to pitch at the event, spots are limited and there will be a full house of investors and startups and we will have to limit the number of pitching spots available.
- Regular Ticket - Guaranteed entry before 7pm, Drinks, Pizza, Can sign up for 20 Second Pitch if spots are available
- Platinum Ticket - Guaranteed entry before 7pm, Guaranteed Pitch Spot and Use Your Own Slide - Drinks, Pizza, 20 Second Pitch in front of your own slide (must be emailed before),
- One Minute Pitch Ticket - Guaranteed entry before 7, Guaranteed Pitch Spot, Drinks, Pizza, One Minute Pitch, use your own slides,
- Sponsor Ticket - Table at Event, 4 people Entry, Slides rotate on display, Guest List, Drinks, Pizza, 2 min presentation
INTRODUCTION
KNOW MORE ABOUT STARTUP INVESTOR DRINKS
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Toronto’s Startup Investor Drinks Open Pitch Open Bar helps connect Investor Ready startups with Investors in an intimate networking environment with drinks, pizza and rapid fire pitches. Startup Investor Drinks is TorontoStarts flagship & longest standing startup community event. Connect with founders, funders, innovators, entrepreneurs, & leaders in Toronto’s startup ecosystem. We have evolved Startup Investor Drinks Toronto and now includes open pitch and open bar. This is not only a monthly ritual for many of the city’s local startups, VCs, small business owners it is also the gateway event for many new entrepreneurs, professionals, and others looking to learn more about starting up in Toronto.
Startup Investor Drinks is a casual gathering that fosters grassroots relationship building where startup founders, funders, partners and enthusiasts come together to exchange ideas, share knowledge, discuss challenges and learn from one another.
- Limited Early Bird Tickets available each event. Means you can get an evening of networking with startups and investors, drinks, pizza, and pitches for a very low price. To fit an early stage startup budget. Thanks for your support!
- Entrepreneurship is not a solo sport! join us live for Startup Investor Drinks and start networking with the people active in the community who want to help and see you succeed.
Craig, The Startup Coach
Event Organiser
WHERE IS THE EVENT :
Futurpreneur
33 Yonge St #1100, Toronto, ON M5E 1G4
WHEN IS THE EVENT :
Sept 28, 6pm
JOIN STARTUP INVESTOR DRINKS
WHY ATTEND OUR EVENT?
Network, Pitch, Network at Startup Investor Drinks you will network with startup investors, founders, and industry leaders, then the pitches begin shortly after 7, and networking again after that.
01.
IN PERSON NETWORKING
Network with 100+ Founders, Investors, and industry leaders and make the connections you need to succeed.
02.
20 SECOND PITCHES
A Timer counts down the 20 second Open Pitches – If you are pitching don’t ramble! You will be cut off when time runs out to ensure, everyone has a chance and to force you to focus.
03.
DRINKS & PIZZA
Your entry ticket covers all your drinks for the event. Our bartenders will be serving Catapult Brewing Kolsch and APA beers are served as well as white and red wine, sparkling water, and water. Pizza is served as well.
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Meet The Team
Startup Investor Drinks is only made possible by the dedication of our team who volunteer their time to bring all the resources together to make it happen.
Startup Coach
Founder TorontoStarts
Andrea Smith
Get Social
Rick Bevington
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Startup Investor Drinks Agenda
EVENT SCHEDULE !
Want to know what happens and when at Startup Investor Drinks?
15 Aug
6:00 pm
Registration Opens
Doors Open
Doors open and pizza, beer, and wine are available shortly after 6pm. Networking begins
From 6:00 - 7:10 pm
Networking & Drinks
Networking and Drinks
Adhoc networking with beer, wine, and pizza available. Sign up for the Rapid Fire Pitches begins.
From ~7:15 - 7:45
Rapid Fire Pitches
Rapid Fire Pitches
Rapid Fire 20 second pitches begin around 7:15pm. Bar closes during the pitches so people focus on the pitches.
From 7:45 - 9:00 pm
Networking and Drinks
Networking and Drinks
After the pitches the bar opens again and the networking goes to an even higher level
9:00 pm
Adjourn
Adjourn at 9 pm
We would love to hang out all night but we have to adjourn at 9pm and start the clean up and reset of the venue.
What happened at Startup Investor Drinks in 2023
March 30 Startup Investor Drinks
The March 30, 2023 Startup Investor Drinks event was a huge success! Over 120 founders and funders attended the event held at Workhaus Office and
Feb 23 Startup Investor Drinks
On February 23, 2023, the TorontoStarts community gathered at the Workhaus Office and co-working space to attend the Startup Investor Drinks event. Despite the snowstorm,
Jan 26 Startup Investor Drinks
Toronto Startup Scene Thrives with Jan 26 Startup Investor Drinks Event On January 26th, TorontoStarts held its latest Startup Investor Drinks event at the Workhaus
TESTIMONIALS
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SPONSERS AND PARTNERS
Startup Investor Drinks is proudly supported by the following amazing partners!
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GET IN TOUCH
CONTACT US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Have questions about Startup Investor Drinks, just ask!
EVENT VENUE :
Futurpreneur
LOCATION ADDRESS :
Futurpreneur, 33 Yonge St #1100, Toronto, ON M5E 1G4
Workhaus Commerce Court South
Workhaus
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS !!
Have Questions about Startup Investor Drinks we have answers!
Can anyone pitch?
Yes, Talk to Craig, The Startup Coach once you arrive and he will add you to the list.
How long are the pitches?
The Open Pitches times are assigned by the Startup Coach when you are added to the list. Pitches are given 20 seconds, with a couple pitching longer. Want to pitch longer convince the startup coach when signing up at the event.
Do I need slides to pitch?
No, for the 20 second pitches slides won’t be used.
Is there a Microphone?
Yes, there is a mic to use, but you will still have to speak at a loud volume.
What if I am the worst at pitching?
Then use the Open Pitch portion to practice in a friendly and welcoming environment and tips and feedback that will make you better
Can I play a video?
In general no, you only get 20 seconds to pitch and loading a video takes too much time.
How big is Startup Investor Drinks?
The monthly attendance varies from around 100 – 120 entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and more.
Do I need to be a startup to attend?
TorontoStarts is always community first If you are not a startup you can still buy a ticket. If you are in the idea stage you can volunteer, and anyone can sponsor and help us pay for the food and drinks. if you are part of the entrepreneur ecosystem or are just interested in meeting some amazing people, join us.
What if I have more questions?
You can also contact us directly by filling out the contact form on this page.
What Drinks are served?
Your entry ticket covers all your drinks for the event. Our bartenders will be serving Catapult Brewing Kolsch and APA beers are served as well as white and red wine, sparkling water, and water.
Is there food?
Yes, we serve pizza as we want everyone to be thinking about the amazing connections they are making not about being hungry.
Can I become a partner?
Yes, you can sponsor a Startup Investor Drinks Open Pitch Open Bar event by purchasing the $250 sponsorship package. You can also contact us directly by emailing us to discuss other partnership opportunities.