CONNECTING MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND CAPITAL WITH INNOVATION

GLOBE Exchange was a transactional event for investors, cleantech innovators, government representatives and corporate leaders.

Attendees made new strategic connections, took in the latest industry insights, enhanced deal flow and met top talent.

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Monday Feb 10, 2019

Monday Feb 10 2020
06:30 - 19:00

Registration

Monday Feb 10 2020
07:00 - 17:00 MR 115
Monday Feb 10 2020
07:30 - 08:30 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

GLOBE Exchange Kick-off and GreenCentre Canada Breakfast

Sponsored by: Green Centre Canada Logo
Speakers
The Honourable George Heyman Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, Government of British Columbia
Monday Feb 10 2020
09:00 - 12:00 MR 111/112

Expert Connect

Expert Connect will give innovators access to the knowledge and expertise that can supercharge their business growth.

Sponsored by: Eco Canada Logo
Monday Feb 10 2020
09:00 - 09:30 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

Investor Presentations #1

Investors will provide insight into their specific investment thesis, examples from their portfolios, and their fund objectives. Use these presentations to discover new business partners and prepare for curated matchmaking.

Investor Presentation Logo Cluster
Monday Feb 10 2020
09:00 - 10:30 Burrard Foyer

Workshop: Building Value with Strategic Marketing

Sponsored by: Junxion Logo
Speakers
Mike Rowlands President and Chief Executive Officer, Junxion Strategy
Monday Feb 10 2020
09:30 - 10:30 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

Investor to Investor Matchmaking #1

The time for acting on opportunities in the clean economy is now. Trillions of dollars are on the table.
Monday Feb 10 2020
10:30 - 11:00 Burrard Foyer

Coffee Break

Sponsored by: CRIN Logo
Monday Feb 10 2020
11:00 - 12:00 Burrard Foyer

Workshop: How to Pitch to Investors and Raise Capital

In RE Royalties workshop session, How to Pitch Investors to Raise Capital, you will learn how to tell your story to different types of investors. Pitching is very different than selling; to be successful you need to understand how to deliver your message. We will share our personal successes and struggles with attendees so you can learn what works and what doesn’t.
Speakers
Peter Leighton Chief Operating Officer and Co-founder, RE Royalties
Bernard Tan Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, RE Royalties
Monday Feb 10 2020
11:00 - 11:45 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

Investor Presentations #2

Investors will provide insight into their specific investment thesis, examples from their portfolios, and their fund objectives. Use these presentations to discover new business partners and prepare for curated matchmaking.

Investor Presentation Logo Cluster
Monday Feb 10 2020
11:45 - 13:00 Ocean Foyer

Lunch

Sponsored by: Wood Logo
Monday Feb 10 2020
13:00 - 15:00 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

Innovators to Investors Matchmaking

The time for acting on opportunities in the clean economy is now. Trillions of dollars are on the table.
Monday Feb 10 2020
13:00 - 14:00 Burrard Foyer

Workshop: Solutions to Support the Growth of Cleantech Companies

Each panelists will describe the solution they have for Canadian cleantech companies. The panel will also discuss how to engage with them and offer pointers on how to pitch to different solution providers including banks and investors.
Speakers
Rob James Director, Cleantech and Renewable Energy, Canadian Commercial Corporation
Rosaline Kwan Director General, Trade Sectors, Global Affairs Canada
Sophie Dumoulin Director, Cleantech Team, Export Development Canada
Vivian Kan Director, Cleantech Practice, BDC
Rustam Sengupta Investment Lead, Sustainable Development Technology Canada
Monday Feb 10 2020
13:00 - 15:00 MR 111/112

Talent Connect

We know that people are at the heart of any successful company. At GLOBE Exchange, we’ll connect promising young talent with hiring teams at top companies, career coaching and for those who have founded their own companies, investment. Our goal is to equip young leaders with the resources they need to grow both their careers and their companies, so that we can all benefit from a cleaner economy. Access Job Board

Sponsored by: Calgary Economic Development Logo
Monday Feb 10 2020
14:00 - 15:00 Burrard Foyer

Workshop: Why Intellectual Property Matters and How your Cleantech Company can Benefit from it

Is your company developing or interested in developing products or innovations that help protect our environment? Are you looking for insights into the intellectual property (IP) landscape for the clean-tech sector? Are you planning on or currently exporting to international markets? This workshop will outline what to consider when developing an IP strategy with a […]
Speakers
Jeffrey Orser Director, Services to Business, Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
Peter Oksen Senior Program Officer, WIPO GREEN
Monday Feb 10 2020
15:00 - 15:30 Burrard Foyer

Coffee Break

Sponsored by: Odgers Berndtson Logo
Monday Feb 10 2020
15:30 - 17:00 MR 111/112

Panel: Beyond the Hustle: Unlocking Your Project’s Potential + Government Networking

Sponsored by: Clean Growth Hub Logo
Speakers
Andrew Noseworthy Assistant Deputy Minister, Clean Technology and Senior Advisor to the President of ACOA (Energy and Special Initiatives)
Tomica Divic Vice President of Operations, Innovate BC
Benjamin Sparrow Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder, Saltworks Technologies
Frank Des Rosiers Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic Policy and Innovation, Natural Resources Canada
Leah Lawrence President and Chief Executive Officer, Sustainable Development Technology Canada
Monday Feb 10 2020
15:30 - 16:00 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

Investor Presentations #3

Investors will provide insight into their specific investment thesis, examples from their portfolios, and their fund objectives. Use these presentations to discover new business partners and prepare for curated matchmaking. Our meeting schedules will be flexible enough to allow investors to arrange additional meetings on site based on availability.

Investor Presentation Logo Cluster
Monday Feb 10 2020
15:30 - 16:30 Burrard Foyer

Workshop: Cleantech Product Validation: Hurdles and Opportunities

How can you avoid wasting time and money on product validation? Join us to learn about successful strategies to accelerate your time to market.
Speakers
Brian Mariampillai Director of Business Development, GreenCentre Canada
Fatme Dahcheh Business Development Specialist, GreenCentre Canada
Monday Feb 10 2020
16:00 - 17:00 GLOBE Salon: MR 109/110

Investors to Investors #2 Matchmaking

The time for acting on opportunities in the clean economy is now. Trillions of dollars are on the table.
Monday Feb 10 2020
17:00 - 19:00 Innovation Showcase

GLOBE 2020 Welcome Reception

This reception kick-starts the event and sets the stage for the next three days. Delegates can mingle with exhibitors in the Innovation Showcase and enjoy a fun night of live music and entertainment while connecting with friends old and new over delicious food and drinks.