Going Global with Government Support

This event is intended for startup founders, innovators, researchers, investors, and others actively involved in Alberta's innovation ecosystem. Thinking about taking your startup beyond Canada? Canada and Alberta offer a wide range of programs, connections and resources to help companies explore international markets, but knowing what is available, who to talk to and where to start isn't always straightforward. For this special edition of Founders Lunch, we're bringing together three experts representing provincial, federal and local organizations that support Canadian companies on their international growth journey. Presenters: Jeff Hohn, Trade Commissioner, Trade Commissioner Service, Government of Canada Nathan Andrew Nelson, Director, Trade and Export Expansion, Government of Alberta Shayne van der Meer, Specialist, Trade Programs, Calgary Economic Development Each speaker will give a short presentation introducing the resources, programs and support available through their organization and sharing practical insights on how founders can access them. Following the presentations, all three speakers will come together for an audience Q&A, giving founders the opportunity to ask questions specific to their companies and international growth plans. What you'll learn What provincial, federal and local resources are available to help Canadian startups expand internationally How to identify and explore potential international markets What programs, trade missions, connections and other support founders can access When your company should start thinking about international expansion Who to talk to and where to start when you're ready to go global Come for lunch, meet the people behind these resources and leave with a clearer path to taking your company into international markets.