What's Happening in the Park??
?? Spring is here and Venturepark Labs is buzzing with excitement!
The new season brings so much positive energy to the Park! With an exciting alumni meet-up around the corner, Day 1 of Cohort 17 of our Accelerator program, and a string of wins for our team members and entrepreneurs, there's never been a better time to be a part of our community.
But wait, there's more! Our partnership renewal with Sobeys continues to flourish and we're cooking up something to provide more support for Canadian CPG entrepreneurs that will be launched in Summer 2024.
So what are you waiting for? Dive in and see what’s happening in the Park this month! ??
Partnership Renewal with Sobeys Inc!
We're excited to announce the renewal of our partnership with Sobeys Inc! This partnership enables us to break barriers for entrepreneurs, empowering Canadian brands to expand nationally and internationally.
With Venturepark Labs and Sobeys working together, we're poised to drive consumer-packaged goods entrepreneurs toward unprecedented growth opportunities.
Our CEO, Arlene Dickinson, stated, "We are proud to renew our partnership with Sobeys, championing Canadian entrepreneurs and their products' commercialization." This partnership will pave the way for the success of our homegrown brands and contribute to our country's overall success.
Together, we elevate Canadian brands to new heights!
Congratulations Stella for being one of the Peak’s Emerging Leaders 2024!
We're excited to share that our General Manager, Stella Antonio, has been selected as one of Peak’s Emerging Leaders 2024 in the Food, Drink, and Consumer Products category!
During her tenure at Venturepark Labs, Stella has not only driven the organization's growth and success but also consistently prioritized entrepreneurs' needs, offering invaluable support within the facility. Her efforts have been instrumental in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for business founders to develop their products, greatly contributing to the success of our food incubator’s members.
Congratulations, Stella, on this well-deserved recognition! ??
Be a part of Venturepark Labs’ team!
??We’re currently on the hunt for a President of Venturepark Labs! ??
In this role, the President of Venturepark Labs will play a pivotal part in leading and advancing the mission of Venturepark Labs!
As a President, you will foster a positive organizational culture and drive growth and impact by working closely with our CEO, Arlene Dickinson, the Board of Directors, colleagues, and stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of the organization’s goals.
Interested in joining the team? Click the button below to apply!
??Introducing our Park Person of the Month, Sachi Kittur, founder of Sachili!??We are thrilled to announce that Sachi Kittur, the founder of Sachili, has been named Park Person of the Month for March. Sachi's remarkable journey with us began as a participant in our Accelerator Cohort 11, and since then, she has become an integral part of our community.
Over the years, Sachi has been an exceptional supporter of entrepreneurs, inspiring and motivating others with her positive attitude and unwavering commitment to helping businesses succeed. She has been regularly attending consumer-packaged goods events, generously speaking at our events to share her expertise and valuable experience with entrepreneurs in the industry.
Congratulations, Sachi, on this well-deserved recognition! ??
Thank you for visiting us FedDev!
Last week, representatives from our government sponsor, the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario, including Yanning Peng (Economic Officer of FedDev) and Hamy Vo (Verification and Monitoring Officer of FedDev), visited our facility.
The visit aimed to catch up on our progress and growth, connect directly with entrepreneurs, and witness firsthand how far they've come as part of Venturepark Labs’ community. We sincerely appreciate your ongoing support in nurturing Canadian entrepreneurs to succeed and thrive.
Connect and learn about beauty and cosmetic business with Melodie Reynolds, founder of Elate Beauty ??
Have you been missing our Instagram live sessions? Well, we've got some great news for you – we're back with yet another exciting Instagram live session featuring our accelerator alumni, Melodie Reynolds, the founder of Elate Beauty.
If you're interested in learning more about starting a beauty business that creates vegan and cruelty-free beauty products, join us for an Instagram live session next week on Venturepark Labs' Instagram (@ventureprk_labs). Melodie will share her entrepreneurial journey in the beauty industry, including her challenges and tips for success.
Save the date! Follow us on Instagram for updates on the time and get your questions ready!! ???
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Congratulations Moonshine Mama’s for your remarkable growth!
Mel Divers, the founder of Moonshine Mama's, began her journey during a health crisis, seeking anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, antioxidant, and energizing foods for recovery.
Driven by a desire to share her discoveries, Mel crafted a turmeric and ginger elixir, providing remarkable nutritional benefits.
She entered local markets, experienced rapid demand, and over the years, tirelessly expanded through numerous sales calls, securing placements in major retailers.
Today, Moonshine Mama's products are nationwide through two distributors and brokers.
Starting from her home kitchen, then a shipping container, and now a 12,000 sq ft facility, Mel's dedication has propelled Moonshine Mama's to new heights.
Congratulations, Mel! We're proud to have been part of your journey to growth and success!
Get Ready for the Spring Concept to Market Sprint Program!
Exciting news! For the past three years, our Concept to Market Sprint program has helped over 150 early-stage entrepreneurs to develop and launch their products.
Now, we've refreshed the program to make it even better! We've cut down the live sessions and added a more interactive group discussion format to the program.
This new setup will make it easier for founders to connect and collaborate with other entrepreneurs. It's gonna be a super engaging and helpful experience for everyone involved!
Registration for this new program starts on April 9th, 2023 with early bird pricing for just $375 plus tax (regular price $450+tax). Don't miss this opportunity! Stay tuned for more updates!
Webinar with Venturepark Labs and the City of Toronto!
Join us for a webinar with the City of Toronto and discover how Venturepark Labs can take your food and wellness business to new heights!
Get ready to gain valuable insights into our program and learn how to become a part of our thriving community. Our General Manager, with a wealth of experience in the food industry, will be hosting the webinar and providing unique insights to help you succeed.
Don't miss out! RSVP now to secure your spot for this one-of-a-kind event on June 27th from 10 - 11 am EST. Spots are limited!
Let’s catch up at CHFA West Vancouver!
Calling all CHFA members and Venturepark Labs alumni!
If you’re coming to the event, let’s meet and connect with us on Wednesday, April 3rd, at 6:30 PM PST at the CHFA’s 60th Anniversary Member Mixer at the Pan Pacific Hotel's Crystal Pavilion!
We would love to catch up with you and see how far you've come. Our team consisting of Serene Martin (Executive in Residence), Rob Horricks (Executive in Residence), Michelle Neilson (Executive in Residence), and Katherine Puhl (Accelerator Coordinator) will be there!
Email our Accelerator Coordinator, Katherine Puhl at [email protected] to connect with us.
Webinar with Sobeys Learning Series was a huge success!
We had an exciting opportunity to lead a session on "Mastering Your Food Scale-Up: Transforming Recipes into CPG Triumphs" at Sobeys’ Local Learning Series. Led by our Head of Development Resource, Marlis Bens, and Executive in Residence, Michelle Neilson, the session was a fantastic success.
We connected with passionate entrepreneurs eager to unlock their potential and gain valuable insights into scaling up their food businesses. The energy and enthusiasm were palpable!
Thank you, Sobeys for this amazing opportunity, We can't wait for the next session on March 26th, 2024!????
Sandrew Martins x HER Podcast
In this podcast episode, Sandrew Martins, the founder of NEEVA Protein Cereal and an alumni member of Cohort 16, shares insights on embracing failures without letting them have a lasting impact, and delves into the importance of diving into new ventures before feeling fully prepared as a means to overcome self-doubt.