Capital is hard to come by. The economy is in flux. And yet B.C. entrepreneurs are finding traction amid the turmoil. Tech companies specializing in everything from capturing carbon dioxide to smart glasses, and from beauty brands to farm automation have been leading an unprecedented tech stampede for the local economy. We have much to look […]
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Raising Venture Capital in 2024: Insights From and for Vancouver Tech Founders
Startups need capital to grow, however the process of raising venture capital is often long, arduous, and complex; and even more so with the current economic climate. Despite a challenging economic environment and reports of struggling startups, many Vancouver startups still managed to raise much needed capital in 2023. Kick off the new year with […]
8 Vancouver Startups To Check Out At Collision
This year’s Collision is set to be an interesting one, illuminated against a backdrop of controversy and hype. Is the “Olympics of Tech,” as Politico has put it, waving goodbye to Toronto? For now, Collision is staying put, with plans to return for 2024. Still, the tension stirred by a possible move—further electrified by other factors […]
Withe Secures Funding to Enhance its On-Demand Video Interview Platform
Vancouver startup Withe has raised a USD $1.1 million pre-seed round led by San Francisco-based Focal for its on-demand video interview and virtual hiring event platform. Withe’s SaaS platform is designed for enterprises that hire hundreds to thousands of people at the same time, such as staffing and recruiting teams in the tourism and hospitality […]
Video Chat Startup Withe Joins The First Cohort Of On Deck’s Venture Accelerator
Vancouver startup Withe has joined the first cohort of ODX, On Deck‘s venture accelerator. Founded by Daniel Shalinsky, Liam Ross, and Shayne Gelbard, Withe lets sales teams video chat with customers on-demand, right from their website. Their software helps you build face-to-face relationships, capture the moment of interest, and demo products live. Withe is built […]