Haltech, Innovation Factory, and Movement51 formed a partnership to support women founders and investors in the tech and innovation space. This partnership will leverage the strengths of each organization and bring together their expertise, resources, and shared mission to help women entrepreneurs scale successful ventures. To learn more about the partnership, you can click here.

Haltech new partnerships to support women founders and investors in technology and innovation

TechPlace is excited to announce its partnership with Mohawk College, a leading institution in innovative programs and experiential learning. On the last Tuesday of every month, TechPlace will be hosting representatives from Mohawk College to provide valuable resources to startups and established companies. 

In February, TechPlace welcomed representatives from IDEAWORKS and the Co-operative Education programs. IDEAWORKS is Mohawk’s hub of applied research and innovation, providing entrepreneurs with access to a range of resources, including research and development space, expertise, and funding through collaborative projects. With IDEAWORKS, technology entrepreneurs can benefit from the expertise of experienced professionals and test beds in fields such as additive manufacturing, augmented reality, big data, cybersecurity, biotechnology, and healthcare, to name a few. 

Mohawk College also offers a co-op program that enables students to gain real-world experience in their field of study and provides businesses with access to talented and motivated students. Co-op students often bring fresh perspectives and ideas to the table, making them a valuable asset to any organization. Mohawk College provides support to both startups and students during the co-op placement process, including pre-placement training, job postings, and assistance with recruiting and selection. 

On Tuesday, March 28th, TechPlace will be hosting Mohawk College Enterprise (MCE) and Business & The Centre for Entrepreneurship from 11am to 4pm. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to expand their professional development and training for themselves, their leaders, and teams. Whether you’re seeking talent and strategy around marketing, branding, or PR, Mohawk College’s resources can provide you with the support you need to succeed. 

No appointments are necessary, so visit TechPlace on March 28th to learn more about how Mohawk College can help your business thrive. 

February Recap of Mohawk College Day at TechPlace 

This media release first appeared on Burlington Economic Development.

Last night, TechPlace opened its doors for its first large public event since before the COVID-19 pandemic. The event celebrated the 5th anniversary of the space, which Burlington Economic Development launched in 2017 to support the start-up and growth of new businesses in Burlington.

With more than 100 in attendance, the event featured several companies that have directly benefitted from TechPlace. 3Terra, one of the first companies admitted to the LaunchPad program, increased their revenue by 60% while at TechPlace. “TechPlace gave us a great home in the early days of scaling our business,” said Richard Obuhowich, Founder and COO at 3Terra. “It gave us professional meeting space, great energy from fellow entrepreneurs, and many useful educational sessions to help build our business knowledge.”

Companies like Iris R&D also saw substantial revenue growth while part of the LaunchPad program. The company was also able to tap into more than $5 million in funding through support from Haltech Regional Innovation Centre, who is co-located at TechPlace.

Haltech Regional Innovation Centre and Angel One Investor Network have co-located at TechPlace since day 1. Over the last five years, their support of the local innovation and entrepreneurship community has grown significantly through additional mentorship and new programs. Haltech has delivered more than 1400 hours of mentorship in the space, as well as hosted more than 200 events. Angel One has completed more than 40 investments since 2017, and became a founding member of Equation Angels.

“TechPlace remains the cornerstone of our innovation and entrepreneurship strategy,” said Anita Cassidy, Executive Director, Burlington Economic Development. “With the support of partners across the private and public sectors, we are very proud of what we have accomplished over the last five years, especially given the COVID-19 pandemic. We are excited to see our community returning to the space, excited to return to in-person engagement. We are launching new programs that will put attracting international start-ups at the forefront. As we plan for the next five years and beyond, we will continue to focus on delivering the critical infrastructure the start-up community depends on to grow.”

Burlington Economic Development also marked the event with the release of their 2021 Annual Report, as well as first ever TechPlace Impact Report.

TechPlace is open Monday-Friday from 9am to 5pm and more information can be found at techplace.ca. Information about the new Acceleration+ program, which was announced August 17, can be found at accelerationplus.ca.

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