You have an idea. Maybe you've already started building it.

​Now, who can help you take it further?

​Edmonton has an incredible startup and innovation ecosystem filled with resources, funding opportunities, programs, communities, mentors and people who want to help entrepreneurs succeed.

​The challenge? Knowing they exist and knowing who to talk to.

​From Idea to Impact: Edmonton’s Startup Ecosystem brings people from across the tech startup world together for an evening of real conversation, practical resources and meaningful connections.

​Our panel will feature voices from different sides of the startup journey and ecosystem, including:

​Janice Baskin from ERIN (Edmonton Regional Innovation Network) William Downing cyber security guru who has just launched his first app. Marissa McNeelands Exited Founder | Building Analog Experiences for the Age of A Abby Douglass Partnerships Lead at ELIXR Simulations Aisha Abdul COO & Founder at Fairly Staffing This isn't about sitting through three hours of presentations.

​It's about discovering who is out there, what resources are available and how to access them.

​What We'll Talk About We'll dig into questions startup founders actually need answered:

​Where do I start?

​What programs and resources already exist in Edmonton?

​Where can startups find mentorship and business support?

​What funding, lending and investment opportunities should founders know about?

​Who can help when you're developing or launching a technology product?

​What communities should you be connecting with?

​What resources are free or low-cost?

​And perhaps most importantly...

​Who should you know?

​You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from people working within the ecosystem, ask questions and then continue those conversations during networking.

​More Than a Panel The panel is only part of the evening.

​We're creating space before and after the discussion for entrepreneurs, founders, investors, ecosystem partners and business professionals to actually meet each other.

​Because sometimes the resource you need isn't another website.

​It's the person standing across the room.

​Come ready to learn, ask questions, make introductions and discover more of what Edmonton's startup community has to offer.

​Who Should Attend? This event is for:

​Tech startup founders and co-founders People with an idea who aren't sure where to begin Early-stage entrepreneurs App and technology creators Entrepreneurs looking for funding or investment Startup ecosystem organizations and professionals Investors, lenders and mentors Business owners exploring technology or innovation Anyone interested in getting more connected to Edmonton's startup community Whether your idea is still scribbled in a notebook or you're already building and scaling, there is a place for you in the room.

​Event Details Date: October 5 Time: 6:00–9:00 PM Location: Match Eatery & Public House at Grand Villa Casino, Edmonton Parking: Free parking available Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible venue

​Come find out what's available. Meet the people behind the resources. Build relationships. Ask questions. Your idea may be yours—but you don't have to build it alone.