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For the Company

One of the biggest challenges facing entrepreneurs is money. Accessing growth capital, securing investments, and generating revenue are issues that plague startup and growth-stage businesses alike.

The OKGN Angel Summit is a 10-week program designed to expose both entrepreneurs and accredited investors to the world of angel investing. This is done through a guided, hands-on process where a small venture capital fund is raised, deals are screened, and an actual investment in a startup is made. Participating companies will learn the capital raising process and build investor relationships with 30 active investors.

The culmination is a public event where 6 finalists make their pitch to an audience of community members, and the winner is awarded an investment of up to $150K from the fund. That’s right, $150K.

2021 OKGN Angel Summit dates will be available soon.

 

The Cost

The cost to participate in the OKGN Angel Summit as a company is $199 if purchased on or before December 4, or if you are an Accelerate Okanagan member, and $299 if purchased after December 4. OKGN Angel Summit uses Gust to securely and privately collect your company information, business plan, and due diligence information. Entrepreneurs who are seeking growth capital and meet the criteria below can apply by completing the application form.

 

The Criteria

  • Early-stage companies seeking investment of $100k – $1M
  • Eligible companies should be within a half-day drive of Kelowna
  • Must be able to attend and participate in pitch sessions and the finale
  • Ability and willingness to accept and use an investment up to $200k
  • Prototype (MVP) working towards product/market fit
  • Passionate and capable founding team
  • Identified early adopters in a large addressable market
  • A plan to scale with potential for a 10x return in 5 years
  • Deck and information must be uploaded to Gust

 

The Perks

  • Opportunity to connect with active investors
  • Opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs raising capital
  • One-on-one with Dragons’ Den Investor, Arlene Dickinson (for the finalists) 
  • Public exposure and storytelling
  • Opportunity to raise $150k

 

The Schedule

Thursday, December 31 — Application deadline

Monday, January 18 — Top 24 – Quarter Finals Selected

Thursday, January 21 — Information Session for Quarter Final Companies

Thursday, January 21 — Investment Readiness Training for Quarter Final Companies

Monday, January 25 — Quarter Final 3 minute pitches and mixer

Wednesday, January 27 — Quarter Final 3 minute pitches and mixer

Monday, February 1 — Top 12 – Semi Finals Selected

Wednesday, February 3 — Semi-Final Pitch Practice

Thursday, February 4 — Investment Readiness Training for Semi Final Companies

Tuesday, February 8 — Semi Final 10 minute pitches

Thursday, February 10 — Semi Final 10 minute pitches

Tuesday, February 16 — Top 6 – Finalists Selected

Monday, February 22 — Due Diligence kickoff and training

Monday, March 1 — Due Diligence

Monday, March 8 — Due Diligence

Monday, March 15 — Due Diligence

Thursday, March 18 — Finale

 

 

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