Disruption Magazine

Issue 23 #TravellingWithPurpose is now live! Explore the dynamic and transformative world of #travel in our latest issue of Disruption Magazine! In this issue, we are excited to profile Edmonton International Airport (YEG)'s groundbreaking Airport City, a thriving economic and cultural hub, and take a look at Flair Airlines’ work to disrupt the airline industry by offering affordable airfare. Our cover story features DMZ, Treefrog Accelerator, and ventureLAB’s impactful programs designed to support global entrepreneurs in their quest to build and scale their businesses within the vibrant Canadian ecosystem. Ron Matten and Pavan Dhillon also offer their expertise for entrepreneurs looking to immigrate as a startup! We’re also excited to announce #LaunchPad, our new column from irlabs, which is sure to become your go-to resource on investor relations. And as always, our Women Making a Difference feature showcases #powerhouse women like Elizabeth Gore and Carolyn Rodz at Hello Alice, and Sabrina Percher at AWOS Technologies, who are making waves in their industries. Check out our latest #StartupstoWatch & #TravelAgencies Feature that showcases: elibird aero, RideAlike, Ottawa Infotainment, Mirela L., Brazil on Foot, and Diane Cook! We also released a #curated list of #authors & #podcasts to bring to your next trip, featuring Dia Bondi, Amy K Musson, Donna Griffit, Syama Bunten, Jane Epstein, Alicia Garibaldi, Shannon Smith, Mona Sabet, Peggy Van de Plassche💡, and Protein Industries Canada! Finally, we set the stage in #BuildingConnections by Joanne Fedeyko and Kimberley Van Vliet brings us home with our #LastWord on embracing cross-industry collaboration. Here's to a summer filled with exploration, discovery, and the transformative power of travel! Read Here: https://bit.ly/3v6VzLS  Publishers: Canadian Women's Network & Connection Silicon Valley

🚨 The results from our Tech and Innovation survey are in! Your feedback has been extremely valuable and we're excited to reveal some of the most interesting insights with you. ⬇ 💼 Entrepreneurship: - 46% of participants are founders and majority owners of their businesses - 32% are in the early stages with up to $1M in sales 💡 Top challenges: - Fundraising and access to capital - Talent acquisition and retention - Regulatory challenges - Scaling and growth 📚 New resource list suggestions: - Conferences list (25%) - Industry-focused resources (20%) - Women in tech resources (15%) 🌟 Top industry interests: - Health (36%) - AI & Machine Learning (16%) - Climate & Sustainability (13%) A big thanks to all who participated! Be on the lookout for more content and resources tailored to your input.

This founder is teaching entrepreneurs how to rewire their brains, master their emotions, and gain a competitive edge through psychedelic-powered personal development. 🤯 Read on as Peggy Van de Plassche💡 shares the mind-blowing ways microdosing can transform and improve your professional and personal life: https://lnkd.in/eyBy7uyg #Entrepreneurship #Entrepreneurs #EntrepreneurSuccess #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalDevelopment

🚀 New Launch Pad Blog alert! Dive in for in-depth tips and insights on finding your perfect capital partner. Here's what you'll learn. ⬇ Embarking on the journey to find the right investor can be the key to propelling your business forward. Read on to learn the essentials of securing the perfect capital partner, including: 🔹 The one step you should take before looking for an investor 🔹 4 actions to take to find the right kind of investors for your industry 🔹 The pros and cons of active vs. passive and retail vs. institutional investors 🔹 A detailed checkbox with 14 things to look for in your next investor 📖 Full post here: https://lnkd.in/eGHfZ3qQ #RaisingCapital #Investors #StartupFunding #StartupGrowth #StartupCommunity

Your next business breakthrough may be hidden in plain sight. Here's the key to unlocking it. 👇 Read as Kimberley Van Vliet shares: ➡️ Why the future of innovation lies in unexpected partnerships ➡️ The dangers of sticking to traditional insular approaches ➡️ A platform where industry leaders and companies can discover groundbreaking collaborations Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eMd2hPmh #BusinessGrowth #BusinessNews #CanadianBusiness #Innovation

We're thrilled to bring you Launch Pad, a new regular column at Disruption focusing on a new era of investor relations. Check it out for expert insights and cutting-edge strategies from Caroline Sawamoto and Alyssa Barry, CPIR to help your company thrive in a competitive environment: https://buff.ly/3zz4t7a #InvestorRelations #Investors #StartupInvestors #Startups

This comprehensive guide is hailed as the "A to Z Bible for startup pitching." ⬇ We caught up with Corporate Storyteller Donna Griffit to talk about her book "Sticking to My Story" and turning disjointed pitches into cohesive narratives that captivate and persuade. 👉 Read on here: https://lnkd.in/e6_Er7hP #Startups #StartupFounders #StartupGrowth #Pitching

If you're an entrepreneur thinking about expanding your business across borders, you'll want to give this a read first. ⬇ We sat down with two immigration attorneys to get their expert strategies on how to navigate the legal labyrinth and make your international growth a success. Read on as Ron Matten and Pavan Dhillon share: ✅ The benefits of expanding into the U.S. or Canada ✅ Why early legal counsel is crucial ✅ Expert tips on leveraging immigration programs like Canada’s Startup Visa Program and the Global Talent Stream Dive in here: https://lnkd.in/e9WBVX3D #Entrepreneurship #EntrepreneurshipTips #Startups #StartupGrowth #StartupNews

From peer-to-peer car-sharing platforms to bucket list travel planning, these startups and agencies are transforming travel experiences. Check out our Startups to Watch feature to see incredible companies that are bringing travelers' dreams to life, including: 👉 Ottawa Infotainment 👉 elibird aero 👉 RideAlike 👉 Brazil on Foot 👉 7 Seas 2 See Travel 👉 RevAMP ➡ Read on here: https://lnkd.in/eiJQYVqZ #Startups #StartupFounders #StartupCommunity #StartupNews

Enrich your summer with great stories and insightful discussions with our Podcast and Book Resource Listing!  We've curated a selection of 8 value-packed books and podcasts across personal development, finance, business, health, and more. ➡️ Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/e-6jPMgs #ReadingList #SummerReading #SummerReadingList #BooksToRead #Podcasts