Investing for Success: Your Return on Innovation
NACO’s World Angel Investment Summit attracts investors, partners and industry leaders from around the world and is the flagship event for the Canadian Angel Investor community. This year, the team at NACO partnered with the Inventure$ Conference to host three days of premium content in Calgary, Alberta. From June 5th to the 7th, attendees experienced great talks and networking opportunities with views of the rugged peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Special thanks to our Elite Sponsor, Alberta Innovates.
The last World Angel Investment Summit was held in Toronto, in partnership with Elevate Tech Fest. It was three days of great Keynotes, impressive panels, and memorable networking events. Consequently, the 2018 World Angel Investment Summit was the culmination of years’ worth of NACO’s efforts to build Angel communities across the country, and catalyzed a more dynamic early stage capital ecosystem – and we were excited to build on that in Calgary this year.
Check out our latest Blog post: 2019 World Angel Investment Summit Calgary - A Total Recap
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Agenda
Tuesday, June 4
Angel Capital Association (ACA)
The Angel Capital Association is having their Northwest Regional Meeting in Calgary Tuesday, June 4 & Wednesday, June 5. ACA members, accredited investors, and invited community guests from throughout the Pacific Northwest (US and Canada)are invited. Hosted by Valhalla Angels, this series of events is focused on interactive discussions by investors for investors. You can register to attend their events through your NACO Summit registration. The ACA Northwest Regional Meeting is not included in your WAIS registration. The cost to attend is $365.
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM |
ACA Northwest Regional Meeting |
6:30 PM + |
Networking Dinner (offsite) |
Wednesday, June 5
Inventure$ Conference
NACO Summit is delivering a stream of content within Inventure$, 5 sessions. All attendees have complimentary access to the entire Inventure$ Conference. You must register to attend Inventure$, an access code will be provided once NACO Summit registration is complete.
Note: All Inventure$ Programming will be taking place in the North Building of the Telus Convention Centre
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Inventure$ RegistrationLocation: Pre Function Space |
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
Inventure$ Continental BreakfastLocation: Pre Function Space |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM |
Inventure$ Opening CeremonyLocation: Exhibition Hall C/D |
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
Inventure$ ProgrammingInventure$ registration is required. NACO Content Stream Location: Glenn Room 206
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12:15 PM - 1:30 PM |
Inventure$ Lunch & KeynoteLocation: Exhibition Hall C/D |
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
Leading Women In The Investor Landscape, sponsored by BDCLocation: Telus Rooms 108/109 Come join five women leaders from across Canada in the investor landscape as they dive deep into their initiatives followed by a Q&A. Be sure to join the discussion about how to better collaborate on these initiatives between regions! Speakers: Sandra Foster, Capstone Ridge Group; Stephanie Andrew, Women's Equity Lab and Capital Investment Network; Rhiannon Davies, Atlantic Women's Investment Fund; Shelley Kuiper, Adventure Capital; Jill Earthy, Female Funders; Sandi Gilbert, InterGen; |
2:45 PM - 4:30 PM |
NACO Investor/Entrepreneur Speed Dating (by invitation), sponsored by Innovate Edmonton (Edmonton Economic Development)Startup of the Year Applicants Location: Exhibition Hall C/D |
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Welcome Reception Pre-Party, sponsored by Valhalla Private CapitalLocation: Bank & Baron P.U.B. NACO, ACA, and Valhalla guests are invited to join us for a VIP networking party after Day 1 of the World Angel Investment Summit, happening within Inventure$. This is a private welcome reception for ACA and WAIS attendees only. Help us kick-off the evening with crafted cocktails, appetizers, and networking before heading to the Inventure$ - Connect Alberta Factory Party! |
7:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
Inventure$ - Connect Alberta Factory Party!Location: 120 8 Ave SW, Clarence Block The official kick-off celebration for Inventures, FACTORY Party will take over three levels of the historic Clarence Block building on Calgary's Stephen Avenue. Gather together with a diverse community of bright minds and creators for a night of interactive art, technology, curated cocktails, local craft beers, and - of course - music! All NACO WAIS Attendees are on the guest list and will receive 2 free drink tickets - First come, first served. |
Thursday, June 6
Investing for Success: Your Return on Innovation
7:30 AM - 7:00 PM |
Summit RegistrationLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function |
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM |
Networking BreakfastLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function/Macleod Hall C/D |
8:45 AM - 9:30 AM |
Opening Remarks & Keynote: Solium – A simple idea and the ingredients to make it happen. Sponsored by RBCLocation: Macleod Hall C/D Speakers: Anne Hergott, RBC; His Worship, Mayor Naheed K. Nenshi, Mayor of Calgary; Keynote Speaker: Marcos Lopez, Solium; |
9:35 AM - 10:20 AM |
Concurrent Breakout Sessions:
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10:20 AM - 10:50 AM |
Networking Break, sponsored by Platform Calgary & Clark Wilson LLPLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function Space |
10:55 AM - 11:25 AM |
Plenary: Collaborating Internationally & Building Networks for InvestmentLocation: Macleod Hall C/D Speakers: Charles Sidman, ECS Capital Partners; Marianne Hudson, Angel Capital Association; Randy Thompson, Valhalla Private Capital; Peter Cowley, European Business Angels Network; |
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM |
Concurrent Breakout Sessions:
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12:15 PM - 12:45 PM |
Networking Buffet LunchLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function/Macleod Hall C/D |
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM |
Keynote – The Story of Sparkle, sponsored by BDCLocation: Macleod Hall C/D Keynote Speaker: Rachel Mielke, Hillberg & Berk; Speaker: Brenda Slauko, BDC/BDC Capital; |
1:35 PM - 2:20 PM |
Concurrent Breakout Sessions:
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2:20 PM - 2:50 PM |
Networking Break, sponsored by Platform Calgary & Clark Wilson LLPLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function Space |
2:55 PM - 3:40 PM |
Plenary: Critical Thinking in an Entrepreneurial World, sponsored by Alberta InnovatesLocation: Macleod Hall C/D Speaker: W. Brett Wilson, Prairie Merchant Corporation; |
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM |
Concurrent Breakout Sessions:
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
Pre Gala & Awards Cocktail ReceptionLocation: Macleod Hall Pre-Function Space |
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
Gala Awards Dinner, Sponsored by Alberta InnovatesCelebrating the Most Promising Startup of the Year, Exit of the Year, and Angel Investor of the Year Remarks by Mary Moran, President & CEO at Calgary Economic Development. A Greeting from Alberta Economic Development, Trade and Tourism. Keynote – Navigating DisruptionSpeaker: Bruce Croxon, Round13 Capital Location: Macleod Hall C/D Awards Sponsors: BDO, RBC, BDC, Panache Ventures |
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
Entertainment & Networking, sponsored by Bluesky Equities Ltd.Location: Macleod Hall C/D |
Friday, June 7
The Investment Ecosystem
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
Summit RegistrationLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function |
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM |
Networking BreakfastLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function/Macleod Hall C/D |
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
Keynote: Investing with a Strategy and Building Portfolio ReturnsLocation: Macleod Hall C/D Speaker: Professor Colin Mason, Adam Smith School, University of Glasgow, Scotland |
9:05 AM - 10:15 AM |
Concurrent Breakout Sessions:
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10:15 AM - 10:30 AM |
Networking BreakLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function Space |
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
NACO Feedback & Engagement Session with Claudio Rojas, CEO NACOLocation: Macleod Hall C/D |
11:05 AM - 11:50 AM |
Keynote, sponsored by BDOLocation: Macleod Hall C/D Speaker: Hans Knapp, Yaletown Partners |
11:50 AM - 12:00 PM |
Summit Close & Thank YouLocation: Macleod Hall C/D |
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM |
Networking Grab'n'Go Lunch, sponsored by Government of YukonLocation: Macleod Hall Pre Function/Macleod Hall C/D |
12:30 PM - 4:00 PM |
NACO Academy
Option One: NACO Academy: How to Launch an Angel Fund sponsored by Clark Wilson, Gowling WLG, and Lawcubator There is an increasing trend to pool angel investment money into funds that address the need to diversify Angel investor portfolios and to enable a lower threshold for smaller and/or newer Angel investors into the market. In response to this trend this module was developed to cover the components and considerations when setting up an Angel Fund, the operations of a fund and potential issues or challenges. Instructor: Pieter Dorsman, Redpeaks Management Inc. Speakers: David Ford, Clark Wilson LLP; Prathna Ramesh, Maple Leaf Angels; Pierre Chadi, NACO Board of Directors; Location: Breakout Room 1
Option Two: NACO Academy: Adding Value Through Due Diligence, sponsored by BDO, RBC, and BDC Effective due diligence (DD) is one of the most important parts of angel investing. This module introduces attendees to the key investigations that will uncover major risk factors and potential deal-breakers. The module emphasizes how to identify the most critical information, the risks of not knowing it, and the methods and costs of getting it. Attendees will learn what it takes to mitigate the risk of investment by validating a market opportunity, a management team, and a plan. They will be introduced to a disciplined investigation approach that systematically examines sources of risk, and establishes the basis for a productive and trusting relationship with the entrepreneur. Instructor: Kirk Hamilton, Elan Tactical Management Speakers: Frank Auddino, Del Duca, Auddino & Associates; Jason Nagy, York Angel Investors; Karen Grant, Angel One Investor Network; Location: Breakout Room 2 |
World Summit Sponsors & Partners
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