2019 Bears’ Lair Entrepreneurial Competition Official Launch
Peterborough’s leading pitch competition is back! The Bears’ Lair Steering Committee invites you to the official launch of the 2019 Bears’ Lair Entrepreneurial Competition on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at the VentureNorth Lobby at 10:00 a.m.
Bears’ Lair is an annual competition for up-and-coming entrepreneurs in Peterborough and the Kawarthas. Six finalists are selected to pitch their business to a panel of judges and the local community for a chance to win big cash.
The launch will provide an overview of the 2019 competition details, including how entrepreneurs can apply, key dates taking place throughout the competition, and the cash prize.
Date: Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Location: VentureNorth Lobby – 270 George St. N, Peterborough
Time: 10:00 a.m. – Welcome and opening remarks
Interview and photo opportunities with Bears’ Lair Chair, Catia Skinner, and the Steering Committee will take place following the announcement.
For additional information and to RSVP for this event, please contact Paula Kehoe, Bears’ Lair Steering Committee, 647-637-8969 or paula@megaexperience.ca.
Bears’ Lair competition is brought to you by our presenting sponsors:
Community Futures Peterborough
Community Futures Peterborough (CFP) is a community-based, non-profit organization staffed by professionals and governed by a local volunteer board of directors’ familiar with the community’s needs, concerns and future development priorities.
The CFP’s mission is to generate and assist in the creation of employment opportunities in the City and County of Peterborough primarily by supporting small business development through flexible financing and business counselling services. Since 1985, the Peterborough CFDC has invested $20 million in small business enterprises assisting over 700 businesses. These small businesses have created or maintained more than 3,300 jobs in the City and County of Peterborough.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development
Peterborough & the Kawarthas Economic Development (PKED) is the lead regional economic development agency for the City and County of Peterborough. They attract, retain and support businesses, investors, entrepreneurs, and visitors in order to nurture growth opportunities and foster the continued development of a vibrant, prosperous community with quality and sustainable jobs throughout the region. PKED promotes and positions Peterborough & the Kawarthas as a place to live, work, invest and visit. They operate Peterborough & the Kawarthas Business Advisory Centre (one of the Government of Ontario’s 57 small business enterprise centres) and Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism (the official destination marketing organization for the City & County of Peterborough).
Innovation Cluster
The Innovation Cluster helps innovative start-ups shape the future. The Innovation Cluster brings together talent, knowledge and investment; partners with academia and industry; and provides support to start-up technology companies and entrepreneurs to help take innovative ideas and processes to market with a specific focus on digital, clean tech, agriculture tech, healthcare and youth entrepreneurship. Core funding for The Innovation Cluster is provided by the City of Peterborough, Ontario Centres of Excellence, FedDev Ontario, Trent University, Fleming College, and the Peterborough Region Angel Network.
The Peterborough Region Angel Network
The Peterborough Region Angel Network is a privately-driven initiative that brings together individual investors from the area. These investors combine their wealth of knowledge and experience to collaborate and invest in early stage growth companies. Particular areas of focus for investment are green technology and life-science. Members seek involvement in challenging business situations and assist client and community success.
Mega Experience
Mega Experience is a full-service marketing agency specializing in brand experience, offering everything from website design and development, advertising, public relations and social media services. Mega Experience opened in Peterborough in 2015 by Catia Skinner, owner and Strategic Planning Director, and has grown their number of local and international clients. They work with a variety of industries, including non-profit organizations that are integral to the Peterborough community. Mega Experience has donated their time and services to helping gain awareness and raise money for these non-profit operations.
For more event information and updates, visit bearslairptbo.ca
