DMZ is a world-leading startup incubator based at Toronto Metropolitan University that equips the next generation of tech entrepreneurs with the tools needed to build, launch, and scale highly impactful startups. By providing connections to customers, coaching, capital, and a community, DMZ’s customized approach helps innovators reach the next milestone in their entrepreneurial journey – whatever that might be. Through its award-winning programming, DMZ has helped more than 800 startups raise $2.5 billion in capital and create 5000+ jobs. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada with globally-accessible programming, DMZ has a widely-recognized international presence with offices in Vietnam, India, and the U.S., and partnerships across North America, Latin America, Africa and Asia. #BeGreat 🚀
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Masterclass is BACK 🍎 Attend these FREE single-session workshops and master your entrepreneurial skills! Get access to: ➡️ Expert-led classes with like-minded peers 👩🏫 ➡️ Networking within our global startup ecosystem 🗣️ ➡️ Free food to fuel an evening of learning 🍝 Upcoming sessions ⤵️ September 12: Entrepreneurship 101 with David Ceolin September 19: Enterprise Sales with Ted Mercer September 24: Negotiation Tactics for Entrepreneurs with Michael McCarthy Limited spots are available. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ghuWtvS3
We brought a camcorder to Basecamp Demo Day last week 📹 Congratulations to our 2024 Basecamp cohort! Thank you again to our sponsors Embark Student Corp. and the George and Helen Vari Foundation. LEARN MORE: https://lnkd.in/gH2NGCEB Justin Allen, Tenzin Dhonyoe, GlucoSense, Deyana Attia, Adeana Ching-A-Sue, Pouria Daliri, Darren Shivraj, Rose Ghamari, PNYX, Asar Qadir, Sylvia Gehring, Krish Bhoopati, FreshAI, Daniel Babalola, Ryo Aizawa, Stevan Japundzic, Omar Azmy, Imam Khalid, SellStatic, Atulya Bhatnagar, Ayana Farooq
📣🚨Want to learn from an expert who built the first Blackberry and hails from 20+ years of product experience? Registration is now open for SkillHouse’s 3-week Productization course starting on September 9! This course is taught by DMZ's EiR Anthony Lau. His 20 years of product experience, including work with brands like BlackBerry, will teach you how to speak “customer.” In this course, you will: ➡️ Learn from the best: Anthony's real-world insights will boost your product development skills. ➡️ Advance your career: Get the know-how to deliver products that meet customer expectations and develop evidence-based product plans. ➡️ Grow your network: Connect with industry pros and get 8 weeks of co-working for FREE at DMZ HQ. Register now to reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/g7sA8Ccr
Flashing back to our 2023 Italia360 Demo Day 🇮🇹 Powered by CIBPA Toronto, our cohort had the incredible opportunity to hear from esteemed speakers, participate in a dynamic pitch competition, and meet program partners like Deloitte, Pace Law Firm and RBC. Our 2023 pitch winner, Sofia Beraldo, impressed the crowd with her startup, Fuori, and took home the grand prize – a paid trip to Italy! Who will claim this year’s prize? Find out on September 4 for this year’s Italia360 Demo Day. REGISTER: https://lu.ma/rqamoa2r
Yesterday, we hosted Basecamp Demo Day, a historical conclusion to our largest student entrepreneurship program to date. 55 student businesses joined DMZ’s global startup ecosystem for the 4-week Basecamp Sprint program, followed by the 8-week Basecamp Voyage experience. Throughout the Summer, these students received expert 1-on-1 mentoring, customized coaching, and networking opportunities. $50,000 in grants were awarded to the top four student businesses thanks to our sponsors Embark Student Corp. and the George & Helen Vari Foundation. Congratulations to: GlucoSense, a HealthTech startup founded by Justin Allen and Tenzin Dhonyoe from Toronto Metropolitan University, was named the first-place winner and took home $20,000 CAD. PNYX, an Entertainment startup founded by Asar Qadir from Metalworks Institute/Yorkville University, was named the second-place winner and took home $15,000 CAD, as well as the People’s Choice award, voted by the audience. Summina, a HealthTech startup founded by Sylvia Gehring from Toronto Metropolitan University, was named the third-place winner and took home $10,000 CAD. FreshAI, a RetailTech startup founded by Krish Bhoopati from Wilfrid Laurier University, was named the fourth-place winner and took home $5,000 CAD. Stay tuned for next year’s programming, open to ALL secondary and post-secondary students. (Rose Ghamari, Andrew Lo, Sherif El Tawil, Abdullah Snobar, ICD.D, Myles C., Deyana Attia, Adeana Ching-A-Sue, merziya hussain, Jamelia Allen, Pouria Daliri, Daniel Babalola, Polina Valiakhmetova,Lakshya Kawatra, Stevan Japundzic, Omar Azmy, Imam Khalid, Ayana Farooq, Nazar Ponochevnyi, Atulya Bhatnagar, Alex Shibu, Jose Bonicelli Nagaki)
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Join us for the Italia360 Demo Day, on Wednesday, September 4th, from 5 to 8 pm, at the DMZ Sandbox, for a celebration of innovation and entrepreneurship! This special day will showcase the significant strides made by our student entrepreneurs as they pitch their innovative businesses. The winner will be awarded with a trip to Italy! To register, please visit: https://lnkd.in/ggu7qZMZ Special thanks to our partners: DMZ, Deloitte, RBC, Pace Law Firm, City of Markham, Talent Garden, OMERS, YSpace, York University, Longo's, Sorbara Group of Companies, COSTI, Turkish Airlines, OMNI Television. Under the auspices of: The Consulate General of Italy in Toronto
Our Experts-in-Residence (EiRs) and Mentors provide tailored 1-on-1 support to our founders. These experts help answer tough questions like ⤵️ ➡️ How can we scale our technology to handle increased user demand effectively? ➡️ What are the key security practices we should implement to protect our product and user data, and how can we ensure compliance with relevant regulations? ➡️ How can we effectively prioritize feature development to balance immediate user needs with long-term product vision? Learn more about the incredible in-house coaches available for our startups’ Product and Technology needs ⬇️ Andrew Ricchetti, Balaji Gopalan (MedStack), Berceste (Berjesty) Kozanoglu, Shawn Compton, Tali Remennik (Granularity), Eropa Stein (@Hyre), Adrian Bulzacki, PhD (ARB Labs Inc.), Kumar Erramilli (ACTO), Alnur Ismail (Fourwalls Digital), Anthony Ilukwe, Anthony Lau, Hackim Farrell (SentinelOne).
Congratulations to our visiting Qatari students on completing our Basecamp program, an 8-week experience for student entrepreneurs looking to grow their business. Today, every student had the opportunity to pitch their startup ideas to founders and staff, including Executive Director Abdullah Snobar, ICD.D. DMZ extends its best wishes to: faisal Alyafei, founder of Equipped MOHAMMED ABDUL RAB, founder of Tera-4 Laiba Rashid, founder of Vision Aid Nadatalia Mir, co-founder of Junior Wahed Shaik, founder of Shark Band University of Doha for Science & Technology
LAST CHANCE ⤵️ Apply to our PropTech stream by August 25 to join founders like Lizaveta Akhvledziani, CFA of Chexy. As part of our global ecosystem, get access to resources, networks, and more for your real estate startup. The PropTech stream is presented in partnership with GroundBreak Ventures. MORE: https://lnkd.in/g6QECrnQ