Grow Now is a 100% virtual incubator specifically designed for women-led technology companies based in Canada. The program offers essential training, mentoring, one-on-one coaching and business advisory support to enhance the business acumen of tech female founders and startups. It makes critical connections and introductions within the ecosystem across Canada to be leveraged in elevating the startup to the next level.
Who it's For
- woman-owned or have a majority of woman-owned shares
- an early-stage startup with a minimum viable product
- a registered technology company, based in Canada, with at least one full-time staff
- committed to amplifying growth to the next stage
What to expect
- The program offers free one-on-one coaching on all key areas, based on the requirements of the company, facilitated by experts in the related knowledge area.
- An intentionally small max cohort of 15 is maintained to give time and focused attention to each company.
- Easy accessibility to business advisors within the program duration and also continuation of the support offered to program alumni.
- Exposure to the startup ecosystem across Canada and growing a professional network of businesses nationally.
- Connections and endorsements made to relevant ecosystem partners and government authorities.
- Network opportunities with investors, venture capitalists, government entities, like-minded founders, business communities etc.
- Recognition opportunities.
What you will learn
The program covers essential topics for early-stage startups delivered by experts in respective knowledge areas. The workshops cover topics such as finance, marketing, sales, pricing, pitching, investing, required regulatory frameworks, global growth, legal aspects, HR, 1:1 coaching, personal branding etc.