Open People Network

PitchItTo City Hall! Show Sep12
2019-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Toronto City Hall 100 Queen St W Toronto
in partnership
PRESENT
Sep 12, 2019
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen St W
Toronto
pitchittocityhall eventsInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
OPN, The City of Toronto and Startup HERE Toronto share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why we have partnered up to make #PitchItTOCityHall a staple in the GTA ecosystem! Learn More
What to Expect
The top 5 startups from PitchItSKIPtheLINE will pitch to 2 angel investors and 3 business leaders and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners, influencers and business leaders.

Key Note
Round Table
Elevator Pitches
Showcase of 20 startups
Networking, light fare and beverages
Giveaways!

The Pitches
CMEOW
CMEOW is Canada’s largest Asian food platform that unifies local restaurants with the community. Our vision is to encourage exploration in Asian foods and help people find their taste of back home in Canada. Enjoy an extensive selection of Asian cuisines around your neighbourhood that offers food delivery, mobile pickup and rewards.
Learn MoreAiro Life
The AIRO.LIFE Be Free Phone is a quality smartphone with a modified Android OS / app & telecom plan that is given to end users for free with the understanding that they’ll see non-intrusive content atop of the phone at all times of operation. The content and ads have the highest view-ability in the world with second to none conversions to sales with open and honest data collection for our brand partners.
Learn More3D CityScapes
3D CityScapes offers a software platform to present cities in the most dynamic and engaging way possible online while also showcasing future developments of the city (property developments, transportation, land developments, etc…). Utilizing high end video game software, along with cutting edge technology, our software is offering the most cutting edge and dynamic experience possible to end users wanting to learn about a city before visiting.
Learn MoreBlue Key
Since Bluekey’s foundation in 2013, it is dedicated to providing university students with systematic solutions to meet the challenges of post-secondary education. Now, with more than 80,000 students helped across Canada, we are trying to take the current service and franchise business to the next step — our new learning platform built on learning management system and machine learning AI and matching algorithm.
Learn MoreSmartDesk
SmartDesk is the low cost, easy to use, all-in-one multi-channel marketing hub for SMB companies.Our goal is to gain a 2% share of the $80B USD market by 2025 (source: Gartner), by offering a new and exciting multi-channel marketing hub for small to medium size businesses. We do this by helping companies drive leads, sales, prospects and business growth 24hrs a day with SmartDesk’s multichannel marketing automation platform.
Learn MoreThe Advisors
Sharon Vinderine
Founder of Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA)
Learn MoreChris Nikiforuk
Technology Lawyer, Nikiforuk Professional Corporation
Learn MoreSean StephensCEO at TreefrogLearn More Angelo Del Duca

Angel Investor, York Angel Investors

Learn MoreNavjeet Grewal
Director of Innovation at CIBC
Learn MorePaul Pirri
Acting Manager, Entrepreneurship Services
Learn MoreThe Show
The Showcase
Key Note
The Kane Kids Company
Donating money to local charities while quenching your thirst in biodegradable cups with fresh squeezed lemonade across Muskoka!
We are Sadie, Violet & Lila- 9 year old triplets from Bracebridge, Ontario.
We wanted to start a business to help get some spending money, and with the help of our parents, Paul & Lea, we were able to start the Kane Kids Company.
Our job is to bring our lemonade stand to local community events and sell our hand squeezed lemonade to you! A portion of our sales will go to local charities, a portion goes into our savings and a portion goes into our pocketbooks.
Applications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
Apply NowRegister NowLearn MoreSponsors

PitchItTo City Hall! Show Nov19
2019-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Toronto City Hall 100 Queen St W Toronto
in partnership
PRESENT
Nov 19, 2019
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen St W
Toronto
PITCHITTOCITYHALL EVENTSInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
OPN, The City of Toronto and Startup HERE Toronto share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why we have partnered up to make #PitchItTOCityHall a staple in the GTA ecosystem! Learn More
What to Expect
3 start-ups pitching for 9 – 11 minutes to 2 angel investors, 2 business leaders and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners and business leaders.

Key Note
Round Table
Elevator Pitches
Showcase of 30 start-ups
Networking, light fare and beverages
Giveaways!

The Show
Who is Pitching, who is in the showcase and who is the key note? Learn More
The Agenda5pm - 6pm Showcase, Networking with Mayor Tory, Beverages6:00Opening Address, Jeffery Potvin6:10Voyager, Elad Barak6:30Resonate, Drew Delaware6:50Round Table, Jono Landon, David Howe, Kristal Lewis7:15Elevator Pitches7:20Key note, Peter Katz7:40Closing Remark, Jeffery Potvin7:50 - 8:05Breakout Session, Miller Thomson, Hardboot, Bateman MacKay, One Core Media8:05 - 8:15Breakout Session, Miller Thomson, Hardboot, Bateman MacKay, One Core Media7:50 - 9:10Showcase, Networking & Beverages8:15 PizzaThe Pitches
Resonate
Resonate transforms the way we listen to news, with deep personalization of news radio content, available on-demand.
Learn MoreVoyager
At Voyager, we’ve created an ecosystem of portable dispensers and pods with water-soluble cannabis – for consumers to infuse their favourite drinks in a simple, precise and at their preferred potency. With just the tap of a finger, consumers will be able to infuse their preferred beverage… anytime, anywhere.
Learn MoreThe Advisors
Angelo Del Duca
Angel Investor, York Angel Investors
Learn MoreJeff Champagne

Angel Investor, Sprak Angels

Learn MoreThe Show
Images Credit: Philippe Gosselin
The Showcase
Round Table
Pivoting to Win!
Jono Landon
Founder Hubbli
Kristal Lewis
Founder & CEO Senior Care Connect
David Howe
CEO, Cribcut
Key Note
“Peter’s presentation changed peoples’ lives. His ability to connect to people’s souls is unlike anyone I’ve ever seen, and through that connection they’re able to re-experience life and understand that there is not only hope but tremendous opportunity. To be the highest standard of being a storyteller is to be like Peter Katz”. Jeff Pulver – Vonage Founder and VOIP Pioneer
Peter Katz is a JUNO Award, Canadian Screen Award and 2-time Canadian Folk Music Award-nominated singer-songwriter who has spent the past 10+ years touring internationally. He has sold out premiere venues around the world and his latest release ‘We Are The Reckoning’ was hailed by CBC Radio host Tom Power as: “one of the most heartfelt, beautiful and vulnerable records of the year… an astonishing record”.
Peter’s music has been featured on several TV shows and movies like Lethal Weapon, Reign, Sign Sealed and Delivered, Felicity, For Your Consideration, Hello Goodbye, Alias, Heartland and more, as well as on CBC Television’s 2016 Rio Olympics / Paralympics coverage. He has shared the stage and studio with the likes of Academy Award Winner Glen Hansard (Once, The Frames) and legendary icon Garth Hudson (The Band).
Peter is also a 4-time TEDx fellow and gifted public speaker, being called on to give keynote talks to everyone from the 4000 delegates at the International Aeronautical Federation Conference (alongside Commander Chris Hadfield and Cirque du Soleil), to countless companies and organizations like Bell, Xerox, Royal Lepage, The Canadian Securities Establishment, The C-Suite Network and more.

New The Breakouts
Money; the real unicorn? Where to find investmentRockstar’s have plans! Planning your business for successTalent show starts now! Outsourcing MVP & launching!Getting it right from the start: tax & SRED complianceHolistic Marketing, getting it right from the startApplications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
Apply NowRegister NowLearn MoreSponsorsPitchItTo City Hall! Show 10Toronto City Hall 100 Queen St W Toronto0000Days00Hrs00Min00SecRegister Now

PitchItSKIPtheLINE Show Nov12
2019-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 | online
in partnership
PRESENT
Nov 12, 2019
4:30pm to 9:30pm
Toronto City Hall
The Chambers
Register NowExclusive Closed Pitch Event
Open People Network (OPN) has partnered with The City of Toronto and StartupHERE Toronto for our private pitching event, #PitchItSkiptheLine.
#PitchItSkiptheLine is an exclusive closed pitch event, that includes top Angels and Investors. If you are a startup looking for investment, Skip the Line and pitch to a targeted audience of multiple investors in one room.
What to Expect
10 startups will deliver a 7 minute pitch to a room of investors, you will receive feedback from 5 Angel Groups for a total of 14 minutes. The event will start at 4:55 sharp, with an opening address from OPN, the pitches will start at 5:00pm. The pitches will be scheduled every 15 minutes. At 6:30pm, dinner, Flow Water and Mindful Tea and Parachute Coffee, will be served in the members lounge.
Cost and Details
Startup
$600 per person + applicable tax

10 Pitches per event, first come first serve, tickets must be purchased, per person on SeatGIANTEvents.ca
Cost of $600 Includes Booklet, Dinner, Beverages and 2 Networking Sessions
You must register by 5:05pm or you will not be able to get access to the event

Investor
$100 per person + applicable tax

Includes; Booklet, Investor Booklet, Access to Deep Dive folders, Dinner, Beverages and 2 Networking Sessions

General Attendee
$40 per person + applicable tax

Includes 1 Networking Session Post Show. Does NOT Include booklet or dinner with networking

The Agenda4:30pm
Registration, Networking
5:10pm
Opening Address, Jeffery Potvin
5:15pm
Voyager Products Inc, Elad Barak
5:32pm
SUKU Vitamins, Ju Young Yoo
5:49pm
bizdevIQCorp, Joseph Wehbee
6:06pm
Propel, Kiel Olver
6:32pm
Resonate, Drew Delaware
6:38pm
Break, Dinner and Beverages
7:08pm
Hubbli Inc., Jono Landon
7:25pm
Single Key, Viler Lika
7:42pm
VetsPlusMore, Leon Kruger
7:59pm
Cribcut, David Howe
8:16pm
Cheetah Networks, Michael McCallen
8:33pm
Closing Remarks
8:35pm
Networking
8:35pm
Investor Session
The PitchesHubbli Inc
Hubbli Inc is a fast-growing, Toronto based, software as a service company that provides small private schools, preschools, and daycares with a hands-free enrollment marketing solution, in addition to other business operational services.
Learn MoreResonate
Resonate transforms the way we listen to news, with deep personalization of news radio content, available on-demand.
Learn MoreSingleKey
SingleKey is the go-to platform for everything rental. We protect landlords from delinquent tenants and provide them peace of mind with our Tenant Background Check and Rent Guarantee Services. The FREE rental platform helps professionals spend less time listing and doing paper work and more time helping clients.
Learn MorePropel
Propel is a marketplace platform for swimming instructors. We provide access to pools, insurance, and tools to help instructors start, grow, and manage their own private swimming lessons. Our technology helps instructors become recreation entrepreneurs and contribute to an entirely new personal swim instruction industry.
Learn MoreVoyager
At Voyager, we’ve created an ecosystem of portable dispensers and pods with water-soluble cannabis – for consumers to infuse their favourite drinks in a simple, precise and at their preferred potency. With just the tap of a finger, consumers will be able to infuse their preferred beverage… anytime, anywhere.
Learn MoreVets Plus More
Vets Plus More provides instant access to a registered vet 24/7 via live face to face video and texting in 103 languages through an app. Vets Plus More can help with diet concerns to triaging your pet to just general overall health .We are here when your vet can’t be .
Learn MoreBizdevIQ
bizdevIQ- the first platform to connect students with paid Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science projects. Students- do you want a portfolio or a transcript?
Learn MoreCheetah NetworksCheetah Networks empowers network operators to capture IoT opportunities and scale service delivery over LTE and 5G networks. We do it by providing edge-to-cloud, service-level analytics for emerging mobile networks.Learn MoreSUKU Vitamins
SUKU Vitamins is a new kind of health and wellness company, bridging the gap between beauty and wellness by providing you with ultra-specific solutions designed to suit your lifestyle. We are the world’s first sugar-free, sugar-alcohol free, plant based gummy vitamin. We design effective natural health products that you’ll never forget to take.
Learn MoreCribcutCribcut provides on-site haircuts and styling to employees at their workplaceLearn MoreThe Advisors Angelo Del Duca

Angel Investor, Multiple Regions

Learn MoreBernie Batt

London, GTAN

Learn MoreJeff Champagne
President, FST Companies
Learn MoreMira Sirotic
Vice President, Keiretsu Forum Canada
Learn MorePrathna Ramesh
Managing Director & Chief Compliance Officer at Maple Leaf Angels
Learn MoreApplications to pitch are now open!
Contact UsRegister NowLearn MoreSponsorsPitchItSKIPtheLINE Show Nov 12Toronto City Hall The Chambers0000Days00Hrs00Min00SecRegister Now

PitchItSKIPtheLINE Show Sep9
2019-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 | online
in partnership
PRESENT
Sep 9, 2019
4:30pm to 9:30pm
Toronto City Hall
The Chambers
pitchitskiptheline EventsExclusive Closed Pitch Event
Open People Network (OPN) has partnered with The City of Toronto and StartupHERE Toronto for our private pitching event, #PitchItSkiptheLine.
#PitchItSkiptheLine is an exclusive closed pitch event, that includes top Angels and Investors. If you are a startup looking for investment, Skip the Line and pitch to a targeted audience of multiple investors in one room.
What to Expect
10 startups will deliver a 7 minute pitch to a room of investors, you will receive feedback from 5 Angel Groups for a total of 14 minutes. The event will start at 4:55 sharp, with an opening address from OPN, the pitches will start at 5:00pm. The pitches will be scheduled every 15 minutes. At 6:30pm, dinner, Flow Water and Mindful Tea and Parachute Coffee, will be served in the members lounge.
Agenda
Registration 4:30pm
Registration Closed 5:05pm
Opening address 5:10pm
The Pitches 1 – 5 5:15pm
Boxed Meal and beverages served 6:30pm
The Pitches 6 – 10 7:00pm
Closing Remarks 8:15pm
Networking 8:20 – 9:00pm
Cost and Details
Startup
$500 per person + applicable tax

10 Pitches per event, first come first serve, tickets must be purchased, per person on SeatGIANTEvents.ca
Cost of $500 Includes Booklet, Dinner, Beverages and 2 Networking Sessions
You must register by 5:05pm or you will not be able to get access to the event

Investor
$100 per person + applicable tax

Includes; Booklet, Investor Booklet, Access to Deep Dive folders, Dinner, Beverages and 2 Networking Sessions

General Attendee
$40 per person + applicable tax

Includes 1 Networking Session Post Show. Does NOT Include booklet or dinner with networking

The PitchesQuiklee

We are building the world’s first MMO-CG. Massive multiplayer online cognitive game. Bringing the flavour of global competitions into education, a “Brain Olympics” in the making.Quiklee is a racing game where users have to complete a series of challenges that engage their core mental skills and knowledge. Core mental skills include focus, flexibility, attention to detail, processing speed, and memory, fundamental brain components of life.

Learn MoreSmartDesk

SmartDesk is the low cost, easy to use, all-in-one multi-channel marketing hub for SMB companies.Our goal is to gain a 2% share of the $80B USD market by 2025 (source: Gartner), by offering a new and exciting multi-channel marketing hub for small to medium size businesses. We do this by helping companies drive leads, sales, prospects and business growth 24hrs a day with SmartDesk’s multichannel marketing automation platform.

Learn MoreTrue Impact
Traditional market research is biased. Although people say what they think, they act on how they feel. True Impact is a neuromarketing firm, that uses neuroscience research, bio measures and predictive analytics to reveal the emotion factors that drive future behaviour. trueSCAN (www.truescan.co) is the first neuromarketing SaaS platform to predict visual attention, human emotion and offer automatic design recommendations.
Learn MoreBlue Key
Since Bluekey’s foundation in 2013, it is dedicated to providing university students with systematic solutions to meet the challenges of post-secondary education. Now, with more than 80,000 students helped across Canada, we are trying to take the current service and franchise business to the next step — our new learning platform built on learning management system and machine learning AI and matching algorithm.
Learn More3D CityScapes

3D CityScapes offers a software platform to present cities in the most dynamic and engaging way possible online while also showcasing future developments of the city (property developments, transportation, land developments, etc…). Utilizing high end video game software, along with cutting edge technology, our software is offering the most cutting edge and dynamic experience possible to end users wanting to learn about a city before visiting.

Learn MoreCMEOW
CMEOW is Canada’s largest Asian food platform that unifies local restaurants with the community. Our vision is to encourage exploration in Asian foods and help people find their taste of back home in Canada. Enjoy an extensive selection of Asian cuisines around your neighbourhood that offers food delivery, mobile pickup and rewards.
Learn MoreEthica
Every day, Internet connections around the world let their users down. We’ve built a networking software product that solves Internet performance and reliability issues anywhere in the world. The SD-WAN space and the current vendors in it are targeting enterprises. We think the SMB market is currently being neglected – creating a global opportunity for us to quickly gain and secure market share.
Learn MoreAiro Life
The AIRO.LIFE Be Free Phone is a quality smartphone with a modified Android OS / app & telecom plan that is given to end users for free with the understanding that they’ll see non-intrusive content atop of the phone at all times of operation. The content and ads have the highest view-ability in the world with second to none conversions to sales with open and honest data collection for our brand partners.
Learn MoreHighMark
Highmark Interactive was created to change the paradigm of neurological testing and management. The company vision was to become leaders in digital diagnostics and therapeutics by fusing the engagement of mobile gaming with machine learning.We assembled a team of world class leaders in healthcare, math and gaming software. We present the world’s first mobile gamified neuro-diagnostic software with FDA Clearance: EQ Active Brain Tracking
Learn MoreFlyshot
Flyshot is a monetization engine for branded visuals. Our proprietary technology encrypts iOS/Android in-app purchase data inside branded visuals, where interactions drive users to installs and in-app purchases inside advertisers’ apps. Our mobile SDK tracks and displays all resulting transaction data on an intuitive dashboard.
Learn MoreThe AdvisorsAngelo Del Duca

Angel Investor, York Angel Investors

Learn MoreJeff Hoedeman P.Eng., MBA

Angel Investor, Maple Leaf Angels

Learn MoreJeff Champagne

Angel Investor, Sprak Angels

Learn MoreBenton Leong Investor; Chair, Selection Committee at
Golden Triangle Angel Network (GTAN)Learn MoreOzan Isinak
President, Keiretsu Forum Canada
Learn MoreThe ShowApplications to pitch are now open!
Contact UsRegister NowLearn MoreSponsors

PitchItTo City Hall! Show 9
2019-07-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Toronto City Hall 100 Queen St W Toronto
in partnership
PRESENT
JUL 8, 2019
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen St W
Toronto
pitchittocityhall eventsInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
OPN, The City of Toronto and Startup HERE Toronto share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why we have partnered up to make #PitchItTOCityHall a staple in the GTA ecosystem! Learn More
What to Expect
3 start-ups pitching for 9 – 11 minutes to 2 angel investors, 2 business leaders and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners and business leaders.

Key Note
Round Table
Elevator Pitches
Showcase of 30 start-ups
Networking, light fare and beverages
Giveaways!

The Show
Who is Pitching, who is in the showcase and who is the key note? Learn More
The Pitches
Parachute Coffee
Parachute Coffee is the direct-to-consumer solution for better home coffee. The secret that drives coffee drinkers to ‘hipster’ coffee is high grade, freshness, personalization, and community.
Learn MoreNeuvote
Neuvote has pioneered the most secure and innovative mobile voting application available today. Our Hybrid Mobile Voting System combines both digital and analog security methods.
Learn MoreWavy
Wavy is an app that helps people discover and plan group outings, dates, whether they’re exploring their own city or traveling abroad. We provide users with on-the-go recommendations tailored to their personal preferences, available time, and budget.
Learn MoreMinuteBox
MinuteBox is a cloud-based corporate entity management tool, designed to help law firms, accounting firms, and large corporations with the storage and maintenance of their corporate minute book records.
Learn MoreSmartTones
SmartTones connects Brands to Fans in the moment to deliver Return On Investment. Our Fan Engagement Platform leverages the Lean In Moments(TM) during live sports
Learn MoreThe Advisors
Andrea Lown
CEO of SmartBrideBoutique.com & Product innovation at Digital Coconut
Learn MoreAngelo Del Duca
Angel Investor, York Angel Investors
Learn MoreJess Joss
Angel Investor, Entrepreneur, CEO of 3 angel groups, NACO Board of Directors
Learn MoreMarc Saltzman
Technology Evangelist. Freelance Journalist
Learn MorePaul Pirri
Acting Manager, Entrepreneurship Services
Learn MoreThe Show
Images Credit: Philippe Gosselin
The Showcase
Applications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
Apply NowRegister NowLearn More

PitchItSKIPtheLINE Show 2
2019-06-07 08:00 - 17:00 | online
in partnership
PRESENT
July 10, 2019
4:30pm to 9:30pm
Toronto City Hall
The Chambers
PitchItSkiptheLine EventsExclusive Closed Pitch Event
Open People Network (OPN) has partnered with The City of Toronto and StartupHERE Toronto for our private pitching event, #PitchItSkiptheLine.
#PitchItSkiptheLine is an exclusive closed pitch event, that includes top Angels and Investors. If you are a startup looking for investment, Skip the Line and pitch to a targeted audience of multiple angel groups in one room.
What to Expect
10 startups will deliver a 7 minute pitch to a room with 20+ angel investors, you will receive feedback from 5 Angel Groups for a total of 14 minutes. The event will start at 4:55 sharp, with an opening address from OPN, the pitches will start at 5:00pm. The pitches will be scheduled every 15 minutes. At 6:30pm, boxed meals, Flow Water and Mindful Tea, will be served in the members lounge.
Agenda
Registration 4:30pm
Registration Closed 5:05pm
Opening address 5:10pm
The Pitches 1 – 5 5:15pm
Boxed Meal and beverages served 6:30pm
The Pitches 6 – 10 7:00pm
Closing Remarks 8:15pm
Networking 8:20 – 9:00pm
Cost and Details
Startup
$500 per person + applicable tax

12 Pitches per event, first come first serve, tickets must be purchased, per person on SeatGIANTEvents.ca
Cost of $500 includes a boxed meal, Flow Water/Mindful tea, ticket must be purchased by July 08 at 4:00pm EST
Tickets purchased after July 08 at 4:00pm will not be eligible to receive the boxed meal
You must register by 5:05pm or you will not be able to get access to the event

Investor
$250 per person + applicable tax
As an Investor you will receive access to Deep dive folders including;

Business Plan
Financial Plan
Term Sheet
Share Holder Agreement
Canvas
Full contact details to companies pitching

General Attendee
$100 per person + applicable tax
All Attendees

Cost of ticket includes a boxed meal, Flow Water/Mindful tea, ticket must be purchased by July 08 at 4:00pm EST
Tickets purchased after July 08 at 4:00pm will not be eligible to receive the boxed meal
You must register by 5:05pm or you will not be able to get access to the event
Networking sessions between startups and angels
Video of the event
Grab Bag

Top Companies will be selected to pitch at our flagship event, PitchItTOCityHall.
The Pitches6ix
6ix is building a social network and securities marketplace designed around the unique capital markets needs of investors and companies. By reinventing how investors discover, analyze and trade securities; and how companies market and sell securities, 6ix is reinventing capital markets to be more open, transparent, and liquid.
Learn MoreSpectra Plasmonics
Spectra Plasmonics develops chemical detection products that bridges the gap between (1) expensive laboratories that can take hours to give you reliable results and (2) affordable in-field methods that can be unreliable and give you insufficient data.We were recently selected as one of nine Canadian organizations to compete in the CAD $1.1M Health Canada Drug Checking Technology Challenge to help combat the opioid crisis.
Learn MoreKLIQ
KLIQ is a digitally automated guidance platform to help high school students attain a successful, relevant, and in demand career through traditional or non-traditional educational paths. KLIQ supports the student journey from grade 9-12, and into post-secondary education with access to a marketplace of scholarship, bursaries, internships, employers, mentors, tutors, coaches, along with senior students.
Learn MoreNest Capital
Nest Capital Mortgage Investment Corporation’s objective is to obtain a secure stream of income for investors by optimizing its investment portfolio within the Mortgage Investment Corporation criteria mandated by the Income Tax Act. Our investment strategy is to invest in a portfolio of single-family residential mortgages from borrowers in market segments which are underserviced by large financial institutions.
Learn MoreParachute
Parachute Coffee is the direct-to-consumer solution for better home coffee. The secret that drives coffee drinkers to ‘hipster’ coffee is high grade, freshness, personalization, and community. With this formula, Parachute Coffee is positioned to disrupt the home coffee category. In just three easy steps on our website, users can select the coffee subscription that best suits them, pay, control their subscription as neede
Learn MoreRyse
Ryse makes the only retrofit smart window shade device. The Ryse Gear is the only solution to motorize and automate your existing window shades in minutes, that can be controlled via your smartphone or integrate with your home automation platform. Ryse has generated over $3.3 million USD in online sales to date, shipped over 15,000 units, has 3 issued patents, and a team of 17 full-time members.
Learn MoreGreen Apple
Green Apple has developed a software platform that integrates a cashless payment system for schools with an e-commerce marketplace for parents. Our platform improves the way parents and schools interact & makes it easier for parents to purchase goods & services for their children. Green Apple provides schools & parents with new fundraising tools by expanding and monetizing the relationship beyond those directly related to their child’s school.
Learn MoreHop
Hop In offers logistics software to organize corporate level shuttles for the daily commute. We focus on the last mile of the journey and work alongside the existing transit infrastructure.We operate through a series of apps to connect companies & their employees to the existing transit infrastructure.Companies receive their own Hop In dashboard to show how we track and improve punctuality & talent retentionHop in; The Better Way to Commute
Learn MoreHUD STUDIOS
HUD STUDIOS develops patent-pending skill-based gaming hardware and skill-based gaming platform technologies including:VREV “GAMER” universal video game fitness-enabling technologyVREV “SHIFT” multi-dimensional, multi-surface, game-agnostic, highly portable Gaming Handlebars Each is targeted for use by members of the 2.8 Bilion-user video gaming industry and are designed to dramatically increases the excitement and enjoyment of video gamers.
Learn MoreThe AdvisorsAngelo Del Duca
Angel Investor, Multiple Regions
Learn MorePrathna Ramesh
Managing Director & Chief Compliance Officer at Maple Leaf Angels
Learn MoreJeff Champagne
President, FST Companies
Learn MoreMira Sirotic
Vice President, Keiretsu Forum Canada
Learn MoreBenton Leong
Investor; Chair, Selection Committee at Golden Triangle Angel Network (GTAN)
Learn MoreThe ShowApplications to pitch are now open!
Contact UsRegister NowLearn MoreSponsors

PitchIt York! Show 11
2019-05-22 08:00 - 17:00 | YSpace Markham 169 Enterprise Blvd. Unit 301 Markham ON
in partnership
PRESENT
JUNE 5, 2019
5:30pm to 8:30pm
YSpace Markham
169 Enterprise Blvd.
Unit 301
Markham ON
pitchityork events

Investing in Entrepreneurial Success
Join Open People Network and YSpace on Wednesday, June 5th for #PitchItYork from 5:30pm to 8:30pm . Join us as we bring together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors and create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why OPN and YSpace have partnered up to make #PitchItYork a staple in the York Region ecosystem!

What to Expect

4 startups pitching for 7-9 minutes to 2 angel investors, 1 business leaders and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners and business leaders.

Elevator Pitches
Networking light fare and beverages
Giveaways!

About PitchIt

Pitchit is an interactive and fun pitch event to help entrepreneurs showcase their company to potential clients and angel investors.

The Pitches
Acorn Talent
Acorn Talent helps the most talented STEM students get their 1st job in data science through digital quizzes, hackathons and recruitment events.
Learn MoreCreation Crate
Creation Crate is bringing education into the 21st century with an e-learning platform that allows you to learn how the world works using hands-on projects.
Learn MoreRapid Stor
We’re Expedia for storage and moving. At Rapid Stor you can find a storage or monthly parking space that you like, and book movers to help you move your stuff to the place you’ve booked.
Learn MoreFitIn
FitIn is a fitness platform connecting people with activities, fitness classes and personal trainers in MINUTES, not hours.
Learn MoreMisellf
Misellf is a career coaching platform that builds people’s professional skills for the digital economy and anonymously connects them to the employers who need them, without bias.
Learn MoreThe Advisors
Arshad Merali
Serial Entrepreneur and Angel Investor
Learn More Lucas Chang
Co-founder, Y2 Entrepreneurship Labs
Learn MoreAngelo Del Duca
Angel Investor, York Angel Investors
Learn MoreThe Show
Applications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
Apply NowRegister NowLearn More

PitchItTo City Hall! Show 8
2019-05-08 17:00 - 21:00 | Toronto City Hall 100 Queen St W Toronto
in partnership
PRESENT
May 8, 2019
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen St W
Toronto
pitchittocityhall eventsInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
OPN, The City of Toronto and StartupHere Toronto share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why we have partnered up to make #PitchItTOCityHall a staple in the GTA ecosystem! Learn More
What to Expect
3 start-ups pitching for 9 – 11 minutes to 2 angel investors, 2 business leaders and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners and business leaders.

Key Note
Round Table
Elevator Pitches
Showcase of 30 start-ups
Networking, light fare and beverages
Giveaways!

The Show
Who is Pitching, who is in the showcase and who is the key note? Keep Watching for updates!

The PitchesSponsor Circle
Behind every event, festival, or sports team is an organization trying to raise funds to further their mandate – the best sports franchise, a cure for cancer, or inspiring art. Within these associations are audiences with common passions. Brands look to connect with these target audiences. Our platform enables sponsors and those seeking sponsorship to find, manage and measure marketing sponsorship partnerships in this US$ 66 billion industry.
Learn MoreTiptap
We’re replacing cash with convenience and small change with big opportunities. As we move to a digital economy we’ll ensure no one is left behind, providing equal access to simpler digital payments for one and all. TipTapPay is a universal acceptance device to replace small cash transactions anytime, anywhere, by anyone.
Learn MoreCrossport
CROSSPORT connects over 5 Billion systems with up to 20 Gbps peer-data transfer using silicon-proven technology. Using USB Type-C ports, cables and connectors – Peer USB 3.2 transfers are 2X faster than Thunderbolt III. Implementations with USB 4.0 will be 4X faster than native designs. We enable sensing ports supporting both upstream or downstream connections; allowing a device to act as a USB hub or data switch.
Learn MoreJamstack
Jamstack’s first product, is unique in several ways, and so is its vision for the future of the way musicians interact with their equipment. By creating the world’s first and only attachable guitar amplifier, as well as the only amplifier with a built in digital interface, we’ve created an amazingly freeing guitar playing experience. The next step is to bring other types of musicians on board, and use software to connect them together
Learn MoreThe AdvisorsSharon Vinderine
Founder of Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA)
Learn MoreJeff Tekavcic
Senior Manager
MaRS Discovery District
Learn MoreNikki HawkeBrand Builder. Growth Marketing & Digital Executive. Leader. Innovator.Learn MoreJess Joss
Executive Director of York Angel Investors Inc. (YAI), co-founder of InsitefulSolutions and partner in Spyder Capital Corp.
Learn MoreThe ShowThe ShowcaseApplications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
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PitchItSKIPtheLINE Show
2019-04-24 08:00 - 17:00 | online
in partnership
PRESENT
APR 24, 2019
4:30pm to 9:00pm
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen St W
Toronto
PitchItSkiptheLine EventsExclusive Closed Pitch Event
Open People Network (OPN) has partnered with The City of Toronto and StartupHERE Toronto for our first premier pitching event, #PitchItSkiptheLine.
#PitchItSkiptheLine is an exclusive closed pitch event, that includes up to five angel groups and/or Business Leaders. If you are a startup looking for investment, Skip the Line and pitch to a targeted audience of multiple investors in one room.
What to Expect
12 startups will deliver a 7 minute pitch to a room with 20+ investors, you will receive feedback from 5 Advisors for a total of 14 minutes. The event will start at 4:55 sharp, with an opening address from OPN, the pitches will start at 5:00pm. The pitches will be scheduled every 15 minutes. At 7:00pm, boxed meals, Flow Water and Mindful Tea, will be served in the members lounge.
Agenda
Registration 4:30pm
Registration Closed 5:05pm
Opening address 5:10pm
The Pitches 1 – 7 5:15pm
Boxed Meal and beverages served 7:00pm
The Pitches 8 – 12 7:30pm
Closing Remarks 8:30pm
Networking 8:35 – 9:00pm
Cost and Details
Startup
$500 per person + applicable tax

12 Pitches per event, first come first serve, tickets must be purchased, per person on SeatGIANTEvents.ca
Cost of $500 includes a boxed meal, Flow Water/Mindful tea, ticket must be purchased by April 24 at 4:00pm EST
Tickets purchased after April 24 at 4:00pm will not be eligible to receive the boxed meal
You must register by 5:05pm or you will not be able to get access to the event

Angel Investor
$250 per person + applicable tax
As an Angel Investor you will receive access to Deep dive folders including;

Business Plan
Financial Plan
Term Sheet
Share Holder Agreement
Canvas
Full contact details to companies pitching

General Attendee
$100 per person + applicable tax
All Attendees

Cost of ticket includes a boxed meal, Flow Water/Mindful tea, ticket must be purchased by April 24 at 4:00pm EST
Tickets purchased after April 24 at 4:00pm will not be eligible to receive the boxed meal
You must register by 5:05pm or you will not be able to get access to the event
Networking sessions between startups and angels between 7pm – 7:30pm and 8:35pm to 9:00pm
Video of the event
Grab Bag

Top Companies will be selected to pitch at our flagship event, PitchItTOCityHall.
The PitchesSponsor Circle
Behind every event, festival, or sports team is an organization trying to raise funds to further their mandate – the best sports franchise, a cure for cancer, or inspiring art. Within these associations are audiences with common passions. Brands look to connect with these target audiences. Our platform enables sponsors and those seeking sponsorship to find, manage and measure marketing sponsorship partnerships in this US$ 66 billion industry.
Learn MoreNeedls
The needls. ad platform allows businesses to automatically create, target and optimize digital ads across Facebook& Instagram. Needls automatically determines the perfect target audience for these ads by monitoring social media conversations through its proprietary purchase intent engine.
Learn MoreSPI
SPI is the only company that can supply cathode materials to manufacturers of Li-Ion batteries for Electric Vehicles (EV) from any light industrial facility, with a manufacturing cost advantage of over $2,000/t. SPI’s zero effluent process provides price competitiveness, reliable just-in-time delivery and the elimination of critical supply and brand risk, enabling the complete North American supply chain that automobile manufacturers demand.
Learn MoreSeverance Day
With Against All Odd Pictures we seek to make highly sophisticated movies that remain widely accessible and thus can garner a wide audience.We offer private equity in our productions and investments are on a per project basis rather than the company itself, which is the model in the film industry.We invite you to watch Final Exam to get a taste of what Severance Day can be in terms of visual quality, richness of content and performances.
Learn MoreBrainwave
Brainwave (2011), innovates transformational technologies for the electrical & building automation industries in 3 markets: 1. Electrical safety – electrical shocks & electrical fires : world’s safest devices from receptacles to the breaker panel.2. Advanced real time power monitoring & control for residential, commercial and industrial markets and building automation.3. Power line communications. Many patents filed. Licensing available.
Learn MoreCROSSPORT
CROSSPORT connects over 5 Billion systems with up to 20 Gbps peer-data transfer using silicon-proven technology. Using USB Type-C ports, cables and connectors – Peer USB 3.2 transfers are 2X faster than Thunderbolt III. Implementations with USB 4.0 will be 4X faster than native designs. We enable sensing ports supporting both upstream or downstream connections; allowing a device to act as a USB hub or data switch.
Learn MoreJamstack
Jamstack’s first product, is unique in several ways, and so is its vision for the future of the way musicians interact with their equipment. By creating the world’s first and only attachable guitar amplifier, as well as the only amplifier with a built in digital interface, we’ve created an amazingly freeing guitar playing experience. The next step is to bring other types of musicians on board, and use software to connect them together.
Learn MoreCherlaSoft
Cherlasoft is building a medical device to prevent neuropathy from developing for those cancer sufferers going throughout chemotherapy. Neuropathy is damage to the nerves resulting in permanent numbness and pain. More and more people are surviving cancer but suffer later from the side effects. CherlaSoft is working with two major universities to build a Cryogenic device to prevent one side effect – neuropathy – from happening.
Learn MoreEpicater
Epicater has traditionally utilized a middle man, service based, business model where we secure an account and then set them up with their own Catering Success Coordinator who does all the heavy lifting which includes (but not limited to); vendor selection and menu curation. We specialize in Daily Staff Meal programs (majoirty of our revenue), On-Demand Catering and Venue Catering solutions.
Learn MoreCya Live
Cya.Live is the world’s first interactive multi-way, live events platform for virtual engagement with large audiences. It helps content creators promote and monetize content through virtual delivery and interactive engagement. Cya.Live facilitates experiential viewing by letting audiences interact with live content, other users and celebrities through video chat, text chat and social media in full synchronicity.
Learn MoreTiptap
We’re replacing cash with convenience and small change with big opportunities. As we move to a digital economy we’ll ensure no one is left behind, providing equal access to simpler digital payments for one and all. TipTapPay is a universal acceptance device to replace small cash transactions anytime, anywhere, by anyone.
Learn MoreThe AdvisorsGarry Chan
Startup Builder and Advisor
Learn MoreBernie Batt
London, GTAN

Learn MoreMira Sirotic
Vice President, Keiretsu Forum Canada
Learn MoreMalcolm Mactaggart
Executive Director, Portfolio manger, Lecturer
Learn MoreAngelo Del Duca

Angel Investor, York Angel Investors

Learn MoreThe ShowApplications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
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PitchIt York! Show 10
2019-04-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Seneca HELIX Newham Campus 1750 Finch Ave ENorth York, ON
in partnership
PRESENT
APRIL 23, 2019
5:30pm to 8:30pm
Seneca HELIX Newham Campus
1750 Finch Ave E
North York, ON
pitchityork events

Investing in Entrepreneurial Success
Two leaders in the entrepreneur space Open People Network (OPN) and Seneca Helix announce a new partnership that will bring the Pitchit series to the brand new Seneca Helix campus, Newnham Campus, PitchItYork, showcasing York Regions brightest entrepreneurs. OPN and Seneca Helix are excited about this new partnership as they partner to invest in York Regions entrepreneurial success.

What to Expect

5-7 start-ups pitching for 5 – 7 minutes to 2 angel investors, a business leader and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners, business leaders and students.

Elevator Pitches
Networking
Giveaways!

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About PitchIt

Pitchit is an interactive and fun pitch event to help entrepreneurs showcase their company to potential clients and angel investors.

The PitchesCherlaSoft
Cherlasoft is building a medical device to prevent neuropathy from developing for those cancer sufferers going throughout chemotherapy. Neuropathy is damage to the nerves resulting in permanent numbness and pain. More and more people are surviving cancer but suffer later from the side effects. CherlaSoft is working with two major universities to build a Cryogenic device to prevent one side effect – neuropathy – from happening.
Learn MoreCrossPort

crossPORT creates ultra-fast, private data exchange platforms between peered computing systems. By completely rethinking how data is transferred between intelligent systems,crossPORT’s solution requires no new system ports, protocols, connectors or cables. Our USB solution offers 2 and 4-port hub/switch designs up to 20Gbps.

Learn MoreMaktub
Maktub is launching a mobile phone app providing Audiobooks and Podcasts focused on languages spoken in developing countries especially the emerging markets, starting from Persian and soon to expand into Arabic Maktub in its first 3 years will target 270M smartphone users who do not have access to premium quality Audiobooks and Podcasts in their native languages.
Learn MoreAnalog Motion
Analog Motion is promising to make immersive Virtual Reality accessible to millions of mobile users through the development of small wearable motion tracking devices that are compatible with smartphone-powered VR systems.
Hop In
Hop In is addressing one of the number one reasons employees leave their jobs; a bad commute. We streamline this process by offering carpool groups and shuttle services for the first and last mile of the daily commute. Riders are placed into groups based on scheduling and geographic compatibility. This helps get them from home to main line transit; and vice versa. For corporations, we offer pre-scheduled shuttle services to help employees get from main line transit to work and back. Our services help improve and track punctuality in the workplace while improving employee wellness. Hop In; the better way to commute.
Learn MoreImaginix
Imaginix is a start-up with projects that intersects between entertainment and technology. The companies central project is called “DreamPlay”, a central social eSports platform. The platform is designed to help gamers earn money, and the heart of the project is to help communities in the gaming and eSports space to connect, socialize, and interact in a meaningful way. The start up is currently developing the project and expects to release the BETA in 2019. The company currently has three partners including Cineplex World Gaming, Seneca HELIX, and IBM.
Learn MoreFlyshot
Flyshot drives mobile app purchases and installs through influencer marketing at scale. Through proprietary image hashing technology, we give mobile advertisers first-in-industry conversion KPIs for influencers, including the ‘Influencer Conversion Rate’ and ‘In-App Revenue Driven by Influencer’. We do this without using promotion codes and transparently, allowing advertisers to move beyond vanity metrics and intro transaction driving metrics to determine influencer performance.
Learn MoreSeverance Day
With Against All Odd Pictures we seek to make highly sophisticated movies that remain widely accessible and thus can garner a wide audience.We offer private equity in our productions and investments are on a per project basis rather than the company itself, which is the model in the film industry.We invite you to watch Final Exam to get a taste of what Severance Day can be in terms of visual quality, richness of content and performances.
Learn MoreThe AdvisorsMike Wall
Founder and Principal at Park Hill Ventures
Learn MoreAndrea Lown
CEO of SmartBrideBoutique.com & Product innovation at Digital Coconut

Learn More Angelo Del Duca

Angel Investor, York Angel Investors

Learn MoreThe ShowApplications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
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PitchIt York! Show 8
2019-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | YSpace Markham 169 Enterprise Blvd. Unit 301 Markham ON
in partnership
PRESENT
Jan 23, 2019
5:30pm to 8:30pm
YSpace Markham
169 Enterprise Blvd.
Unit 301 Markham ON
PitchItYork Events

Investing in Entrepreneurial Success

Open People Network and YSpace share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why OPN and YSpace have partnered up to make #PitchItYork a staple in the York Region ecosystem. Open People Network and YSpace brought together entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders, on Jan 23, 2019 for #PitchItYork.

The Pitches

Staffy
Staffy provides you with temporary on-demand staff within 90 minutes, allowing you to hire for restaurants, events, catering, staff augmentation or sick-fills – all with the click of a few buttons.
Learn MoreEpicaterEpicater, NEVER BORING, ALWAYS EASY. ON TIME, ON BUDGET, ON POINT. We know food and we know culture.Learn MoreSinglekey
Singlekey, We have dedicated experts to take the pain and hassle out of renting an income property. Relax knowing that you have assistance no matter what happens.
Learn More

The Advisors

Igor Sorokin
CEO & Founder OneCore Media
Learn MoreLyle Clarke
Experienced and Visionary Leadership
Learn MoreAngelo Del Duca
York Angel Investor
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The Show

Applications to pitch for upcoming shows are now open!
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PitchItSHAD
2019-04-01 08:00 - 17:00 | online
in partnership
PRESENT
#PitchItSHAD
Exclusive Closed Pitch Event
Open People Network (OPN) has partnered with SHAD for our first closed #PitchItSHAD event. SHAD is a 30-year old program that takes place at 17 campuses across Canada from June 30 to July 26. At SHAD York, 56 high-school students coming from across Canada will come together to learn in a program that includes a design engineering project (where the students will come up with an innovation solution to a meaningful problem), lectures and workshops on a variety of topics, extracurricular activities such as camping and theatre, and more.
The students are all high-achievers from all communities from across Canada, and they will learn a ton from experiencing PitchItSHAD.
Learn more about SHAD
OPN is a group of angel investors helping accelerate the growth through our Accelerator, The Supporters Fund and Pitchit Series.
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PitchItDurham The Global Classroom
2019-03-29 17:30 - 21:00 | Durham College 200 Simcoe St
in partnership
PRESENT
MARCH 27, 2019
5:30pm to 9:00pm
The Global Classroom
Centre for Collaborative Education (CFCE)
Durham College, Oshawa Campus
2000 Simcoe St, Oshawa
PitchItDurham EventsInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
OPN, FastStart Durham College and OPG X-Lab share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why we have partnered up to make #PitchItDurham a staple in the Durham Region ecosystem! Learn More
The PitchesInstage
InStage, Enterprise Virtual Reality Training. InStage is for employees or students who routinely speak in-person to customers or colleagues
Learn MoreSeat Giant
Seat Giant, a market place that connects buyers and sellers all around North America. If you live in the big city or small town, SeatGIANT has inventory to any big Concert, Theatre Show, Sporting Event, Family Event and lots more
Learn MoreTip Tap Pay
Tip Tap Pay, a mobile, wireless device enabling contactless acceptance of any digital payment source in present denominations
Learn MoreBrainwave
Brainwave, setting the Gold Standards in both Electrical Safety and Secure Data Communications for homes, businesses, industries
Learn More3eehive
Their eco friendly product aims to change the extinction rate of bees and make an impact in the apparel industry
Analog MotionAnalog Motion is promising to make immersive Virtual Reality accessible to millions of mobile users through the development of small wearable motion tracking devices that are compatible with smartphone-powered VR systems.The AdvisorsJason Wight
Director of Engineering, OPG/X-LAB
Learn MoreTerry Ostan
Senior Manager, Innovation & Advanced Technology, General Motors of Canada
Learn MoreKim Copetti
CPA, CA, Copetti & Co. Professional Corporation
Learn MoreChris Nikiforuk
Technology Lawyer, Nikiforuk Professional Corporation
Learn MoreAngelo Del Duca
Angel Investor, York Angel Investors
Learn MoreThe WorkshopThe Key NotesThe ShowApplications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
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PitchIt York! Show 9
2019-03-20 18:00 - 20:30 | YSPACE, 169 ENTERPRISE BLVD., UNIT 301, MARKHAM, ON
in partnership
PRESENT
MARCH 20, 2019
5:30pm to 8:30pm
YSpace Markham
169 Enterprise Blvd.
Unit 301 Markham ON
PitchItYork EventsInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
Open People Network and YSpace share a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why OPN and YSpace have partnered up to make #PitchItYork a staple in the York Region ecosystem. Open People Network and YSpace brought together entrepreneurs, investors and business leaders, on March 20, 2019 for #PitchItYork.

The Pitches

Javelin Sports
Javelin Sports, a mobile app that helps individuals find sports leagues and pick-up games. Spend Less Time Looking and More Time Playing!
Learn MoreGrayblock Power
Grayblock Power, sells blockchain enabled financial products which raises capital for developers of utility and power infrastructure assets at competitive rates. We also work with existing co-ops and other integrated public utilities to reduce costs to their rate base.
Learn MoreEvichat
Evichat, allows you to collect and manage text message, chat, and website evidence with a single click, eliminating the nightmare of ‘screenshots’ and giving you more time to practice law.
Learn MoreAble Innovations
Able Innovations, zero-effort transfer technology for all. Independence and mobility through innovation!
Learn More

The Advisors

Mike Wall
Founder and Principal at Park Hill Ventures
Learn MoreJane Fung
Founder, MedTechGO
Learn MoreSherwin Shao
Data Science Management Consultant and Tech Investor
Learn MoreAngelo Del Duca
York Angel Investor
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The Show

Applications to pitch for upcoming shows are now open!
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PitchItTo City Hall! Show 7
2019-02-27 17:30 - 21:00 | Toronto City Hall, Council Chambers 100 Queen St W
in partnership
PRESENT
February 27, 2019
5:00pm to 9:00pm
Toronto City Hall
100 Queen St W
Toronto
Register NowInvesting in Entrepreneurial Success
OPN, The City of Toronto and StartupHere Toronto hare a vision in bringing together entrepreneurs, investors and potential investors to create a community of sharing and collaboration. That’s why we have partnered up to make #PitchItTOCityHall a staple in the GTA ecosystem! Learn More
What to Expect
3 start-ups pitching for 9 – 11 minutes to 2 angel investors, 2 business leaders and an audience that is comprised of entrepreneurs, angel investors, partners and business leaders.

Key Note
Round Table
Elevator Pitches
Showcase of 30 start-ups
Networking, light fare and beverages
Giveaways!

The Show
Who is Pitching, who is in the showcase and who is the key note? Learn More
Applications to pitch and be part of the showcase are now open!
Apply NowRegister NowLearn MoreSponsors

UP! Session 11
2019-02-07 20:00 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 11
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Gary Jarosz, Vice President Global Emissions Systems Inc.
Join us for Up! A series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches. We have a great selection of experts who are working their craft in the field of sales and will be sharing their personal stories about their success and tactics they use to be the best in their field.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. There are 9 workshops with guest presenters sharing their knowledge and helping you realize the same success!

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UP! Session 3
2019-02-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 3

Louie Belcastro – President, Classic Group of Companies
Whether you’re an entrepreneur or in a business development role, your success depends on your ability to attract, retain and grow your client base. Developing and sharpening your sales skills is an ongoing and evolving process.
Up! Is a series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. Held monthly at The Centennial Building in Whitby, nine speakers will share their stories about success in selling and buying.
“The number one challenge our businesses and clients face is with sales and this is why we wanted to be able to offer this kind of series for entrepreneurs and businesses in the Durham Region”, says Teresa Shaver, Executive Director of the Business Advisory Centre Durham Inc. (BACD).
Frank Auddino from Vitaliz Inc, a successful entrepreneur and angel investor, mined his network for the best experts in sales and buying and we are excited to bring this to Durham.
The event will also be live streamed and available through YouTube and Podcasts.
These events are free and held in partnership with Frank Auddino of Vitaliz Inc; The Town of Whitby and Jeffery Potvin of OPN.Ninja

To Register for any of the sessions (all free!) please do so through
bacd.ca/events

UP! Session 5
2019-02-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 5

Frank Valeriani, – Vice President Rewards, Air Miles

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or in a business development role, your success depends on your ability to attract, retain and grow your client base. Developing and sharpening your sales skills is an ongoing and evolving process.
Up! Is a series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. Held monthly at The Centennial Building in Whitby, nine speakers will share their stories about success in selling and buying.
“The number one challenge our businesses and clients face is with sales and this is why we wanted to be able to offer this kind of series for entrepreneurs and businesses in the Durham Region”, says Teresa Shaver, Executive Director of the Business Advisory Centre Durham Inc. (BACD).
Frank Auddino from Vitaliz Inc, a successful entrepreneur and angel investor, mined his network for the best experts in sales and buying and we are excited to bring this to Durham.
The event will also be live streamed and available through YouTube and Podcasts.
These events are free and held in partnership with Frank Auddino of Vitaliz Inc; The Town of Whitby and Jeffery Potvin of OPN.Ninja

To Register for any of the sessions (all free!) please do so through
bacd.ca/events

UP! Session 8
2019-02-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 8

Marie Drew, – Director Sales and Marketing, Consultmefirst
Garth Moore, – Founder, Richmond Search Group

Whether you’re an entrepreneur or in a business development role, your success depends on your ability to attract, retain and grow your client base. Developing and sharpening your sales skills is an ongoing and evolving process.
Up! Is a series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. Held monthly at The Centennial Building in Whitby, nine speakers will share their stories about success in selling and buying.
“The number one challenge our businesses and clients face is with sales and this is why we wanted to be able to offer this kind of series for entrepreneurs and businesses in the Durham Region”, says Teresa Shaver, Executive Director of the Business Advisory Centre Durham Inc. (BACD).
Frank Auddino from Vitaliz Inc, a successful entrepreneur and angel investor, mined his network for the best experts in sales and buying and we are excited to bring this to Durham.
The event will also be live streamed and available through YouTube and Podcasts.
These events are free and held in partnership with Frank Auddino of Vitaliz Inc; The Town of Whitby and Jeffery Potvin of OPN.Ninja

To Register for any of the sessions (all free!) please do so through
bacd.ca/events

UP! Session 12
2019-02-06 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 12
Louisa Jewell, Founder of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association
Join us for Up! A series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches. We have a great selection of experts who are working their craft in the field of sales and will be sharing their personal stories about their success and tactics they use to be the best in their field.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. There are 9 workshops with guest presenters sharing their knowledge and helping you realize the same success!

Register Now

PitchIt York! Show 8
2019-01-23 18:00 - 21:00 | YSpace, 169 Enterprise Blvd., Markham, ON, Canada
Showcasing York’s brightest entrepreneurs, Open People Network has partnered with YSpace for its first 2019 #PitchItYORK event. Pitchit is an interactive and fun pitch event to help entrepreneurs showcase their company to potential clients and angel investors.
Not looking to pitch? Come out and watch some awesome presentations, ask questions, provide valuable feedback and help expand the PitchIt community!
Thank you to all sponsors; Hardboot, Flow Water, Global Payments, Miller Thomson, York University
#PitchItYORK an event you don’t want to miss!
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PITCHITTO! Show 18
2019-01-07 17:30 - 20:30 | The Lodge on Queen (LOQ) 251 Queen St. W, 2nd Floor, Canada
Showcasing Toronto’s brightest entrepreneurs, Open People Network has partnered with The City of Toronto and StartupHERE for our 18th #PitchItTO show. PitchItTO is an entrepreneur-led, grassroots event that provides startups with a platform to market their product or service, drive brand awareness, and practice their funding pitch in front of potential investors.
Not looking to pitch? Come out to explore Canadian startups, watch some awesome presentations, network, ask questions and enjoy our free giveaways!
#PitchItTO kicks off at 5:30 on October 18, 2018. Presenters will be announced soon… Stay tuned!
Our rockstar sponsors; Hardboot, The City of Toronto, StartUp HERE Toronto, Bereskin & Parr, Miller Thomson, Kleurvision, Blockchain Fortress and Flow Water.
#PitchItTO is an event you don’t want to miss!
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2018-12-01 08:00 - 17:00

UP! Session 19
2018-11-14 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 19

Join us for Up! A series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches. We have a great selection of experts who are working their craft in the field of sales and will be sharing their personal stories about their success and tactics they use to be the best in their field.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. There are 9 workshops with guest presenters sharing their knowledge and helping you realize the same success!

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PitchItTO North York City Hall
2018-11-14 17:30 - 20:30 | NORTH YORK CIVIC CENTRE 5100 YONGE STREET TORONTO, ONTARIO M2N 5V7
Showcasing Toronto’s brightest entrepreneurs, Open People Network has partnered with The City of Toronto and StartupHERE for our 6th #PitchItTOCityHall show at North York City Hall. PitchItTO is an entrepreneur-led, grassroots event that provides startups with a platform to market their product or service, drive brand awareness, and practice their funding pitch in front of potential investors.
Not looking to pitch? Come out to explore Canadian startups, watch some awesome presentations, network, ask questions and enjoy our free giveaways!
Our rockstar sponsors; Hardboot, Bereskin & Parr, The City of Toronto and StartUp HERE Toronto
REGISTER NOW!
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PitchItTO @ ICBE
2018-11-13 20:00 - 21:00 | Metro Toronto Convention Centre 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6
PitchItTO @ ICBE
The Iranian-Canadian Business Expo (ICBE) is the first trade show and convention of its kind that showcases the economic strength and importance of the Iranian- Canadian entrepreneurs and business leaders in Canada as well as to a global audience.
1st Ever Iranian Canadian Business Expo
– Connect with leading edge businesses
– Seminars and Panels to grow your business
– Create Opportunities and uncover solutions
– Hundered of attending business owners, executives, and entrepreneurs
– Pitch your business project and ideas with a chance to receive funding from investors
The convention brings together Iranian- Canadian business professionals from across Canada representing diverse fields of information technology (IT), manufacturing, finance, real estate and construction, as well as health care, law, education, entertainment and media. It enables participants to expand their collaboration to break new grounds. The convention brings together Iranian- Canadian business professionals.
Agenda
3:00 Networking
3:30 Opening Address by Jeffery Potvin
3:45 Key Note
3:50 Pitch 1
4:10 Pitch 2
4:30 Q&A to Angels
4:40 Pitch 3
5:00 Interview
5:20 Elevator Pitches
5:25 Closing Remarks by Jeffery Potvin
5:30 Networking

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UP! Session 18
2018-10-17 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 18

Join us for Up! A series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches. We have a great selection of experts who are working their craft in the field of sales and will be sharing their personal stories about their success and tactics they use to be the best in their field.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. There are 9 workshops with guest presenters sharing their knowledge and helping you realize the same success!

Register Now

UP! Session 17
2018-09-19 20:00 - 21:30 | Whitby Centennial Building – 416 Centre Street S, Whitby
UP! Session 17

Join us for Up! A series of practical and candid sales talks by experts in the trenches. We have a great selection of experts who are working their craft in the field of sales and will be sharing their personal stories about their success and tactics they use to be the best in their field.
All businesses want more revenues and one of the best ways to get that is through more sales. There are 9 workshops with guest presenters sharing their knowledge and helping you realize the same success!

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PITCHIT FIRESIDE Show 2
2018-09-06 18:00 - 20:30 | Camp Walden Canada / Bancroft ON
PITCHIT FIRESIDE Session 2
Showcasing Canada’s brightest entrepreneurs, Open People Network has partnered with Fireside for a second year in a row. Fireside is an annual all-inclusive, investor, and influencer retreat from September 6– 9 at Camp Walden Canada / Bancroft ON.
#PitchItFireside will provide entrepreneurs the opportunity to get real-time feedback from experienced advisors and make important connections.
Looking to PitchIt at Fireside or another PitchIt event, email us at info@opn.ninja. Not looking to pitch? Request an invite and come out and watch some captivating presentations, ask questions, and help expand the community!
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PitchIt York! Session 7
2018-08-14 17:30 | YSPACE MARKHAM 169 Enterprise Blvd, Markham, ON L6G 0E7
Pitchit York! Session 7

Showcasing York’s brightest entrepreneurs, Open People Network has partnered with Startup York for our 7th #PitchItYORK event. Pitchit is an interactive and fun pitch event to help entrepreneurs showcase their company to potential clients and angel investors.
Not looking to pitch? Come out and watch some captivating presentations, ask questions, provide valuable feedback and help expand the PitchIt community!
Thank you to all sponsors; Hardboot, Flow Water, Seneca Helix, YSpace, Bereskin & Parr, Miller Thomson, Kleurvision, Blockchain Fortress.
#PitchItYork an event you don’t want to miss!
