From Chaos to Clarity: Mastering Startup Operations

This session dives into the operational journey of early-stage startups—from laying solid foundations to scaling with confidence. Our panel will explore how to prioritize key functions, set up efficient workflows, and decide when to formalize operations or bring on an operations lead. We’ll also tackle common pitfalls, the role of automation, and how to choose the right tools to support growth without overcomplicating things. Whether you're just starting out or preparing to scale, this discussion will offer actionable insights to help bring clarity to your chaos. Panel: Ines Bartilotti, Senior Director, New Ventures at Innovate Calgary - moderator Brett P. Elder, Co-Owner at Golf Fanatics & CoS at Rail Margaret Glover, Founder of Product Better Shayan Rahnama, SVP, Growth Ops and Revenue Assurance at ZayZoon Kevin Huey, Director of Operations at Fluid Biomed ___ This event is part of the monthly Founders Lunch Series, which aims to empower and support entrepreneurs. Organized by Innovate Calgary and supported by Alberta Innovates, ElevateIP Alberta, and the TD Ready Commitment Program, this dynamic platform connects entrepreneurs, fosters knowledge sharing, and inspires collaboration. Be a part of this transformative experience to expand your network, learn from industry leaders, and confidently navigate your entrepreneurial journey. ___ Lunch will be provided. Parking is $1.50 /every 30m or $9/day, and the building is accessible by transit. The Brentwood Train station is about a 10-minute walk away.