Event Description
Many founders are ready to scale, but face uncertainty around capital, AI integration, and go-to-market execution. This exclusive in-person forum is designed to bring clarity, connections, and practical insight to help you move faster.
Join Optimus Information and Microsoft for an afternoon of expert conversations, curated breakouts, and networking with Canada’s most promising startups, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
Location
Microsoft Canadian Headquarters
81 Bay St., Toronto, Ontario
Date and Time
September 23, 2025 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM EST
Why Attend
What to Expect
1. Arrival & Registration
Collect your name badge, and a warm welcome at reception.
2. Opening Remarks
Kick off the session with context and framing from Microsoft and Optimus leadership.
3. Microsoft Keynote: Vision for Canadian Startups
Ross Kennedy, VP of Digital Natives at Microsoft, shares trends shaping the startup landscape.
4. Executive Panel: Scaling Amid Uncertainty
Hear from founders, VCs, and innovation leaders on navigating AI, capital, GTM, and global headwinds.
5. Curated Breakout Sessions
Join small-group discussions on key growth themes with founders, investors, and Microsoft experts.
6. Networking Reception
Close out the day with drinks, snacks, and conversations that matter.