Fresh Founders is an exclusive, invite-only, mastermind group of founders, CEOs, and high-impact individuals who are out to change the world. In 2007, as Facebook and other new internet businesses were beginning to take off—here in Ottawa, Canada—our own “Silicon North” was quickly taking shape. A curious and passionate group of rookie entrepreneurs—including Tobias Lütke, […]
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Franco Varriano Technologist & Entrepreneur, Head Of Product Discovery & Innovation At Workshopx & Executive Director – Fresh Founders It’s a powerful, attractive and evocative concept. We all have ideas and conceptions on what innovation is all about; usually centering around new products, novel technologies, or advanced patents. But innovation comes in many forms. And
As one of the leading insurance agencies in the country, Diversified Insurance offers the property, casualty and healthcare risk management expertise needed to protect client assets and employees. Our focus on emerging growth companies sets us apart as we are expert at helping clients from venture-backed startup to mature industry leader. , Diversified
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Founded 35 years ago, Nu Skin develops and distributes innovative consumer products, offering a comprehensive line of premium-quality beauty and wellness solutions. The company builds upon its scientific expertise in both skin care and nutrition to continually develop innovative product brands that include the Nu Skin personal care brand, the Pharmanex nutrition brand, and most
Born on a chairlift in Park City, Utah, they’re best known for their board sports DNA and Sensory Bass Crusher headphones, an innovation created to deliver on a promise they call “Music You Can Feel.” They became one of the world’s most influential audio brands by bringing more performance, color, and emotion to an otherwise
SaltStack is located right in the heart of the Silicon Slopes in Lehi. It was founded in 2011 by Marc Chenn, CEO, and Thomas Hatch, CTO. , Marc is originally from Hong Kong and was an All-American track and field standout at Brigham Young University where he earned an undergraduate degree and an
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Texture sets the Chocolate Conspiracy’s bars well above the competition. Newcomers, as well as chocolate aficionados, often comment on the smoothness of the bars compared to other dark chocolate. This inspiration results from the fact that raw, unfiltered honey, sourced from Utah beekeepers is used to sweeten a majority of the Chocolate Conspiracy’s bars. In
In a world where everyone uses technology for social engineering how do you innovate? You go old school. Gather found a niche helping candidates and political groups get on the ballot. Combining technology and data software with good ol’ fashioned door to door interaction. In 2012 Tanner Leatham, the founder of Gather, worked on a
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Successful founders, CEOs, and executives are master storytellers. They use stories to communicate their vision for a better future and to connect their purpose to the values of the people they serve—both inside and outside their companies. The problem is that leaders sometimes struggle to articulate the market and technology insights they’ve discovered and how
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Fusebill co-founders Tyler Eyamie and Greg Burwell experienced firsthand the struggles and labour-drain of working with an archaic billing system during their time at Ottawa tech’s early success story, Protus. When Protus was acquired in 2010 and their jobs were made redundant, the two of them decided to combine their entrepreneurial ambitions and find a
A Nonprofit, Membership-based Organization Comprised Of Accredited Investors Seeking Investment And Mentorship Opportunities In Early-stage Companies. We aim to increase members’ returns and benefits with our support for collaborative due diligence, education, and screening processes. We are a key part of the early-stage development of startups in the region. Angel investors traditionally have experience
For over a decade, Canvaspop has been the leading provider of personalized photo art. However, we do much more than just print photos on canvas; we empower the world to create. Our team of experts specializes in turning your personal photos and digital creations into high-quality wall art. With delivery across North America and Europe,
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“I told myself that there could be that application that would improve and completely change the dynamic of my industry,” he says. “I got better, I got healthy and I decided not to look back and build this company.” Now Latourelle has fully thrown himself into his startup, Brokrete. The firm develops an end-to-end solution
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ASSENT COMPLIANCE FAST FACTS Companies face an ever-growing number of regulatory and business require-ments in order to put their products on the global market. These range any-where from product composition rules (think BPA or lead in paint) to responsible sourcing (conflict minerals) and human rights (trafficking). You may have never heard of the Restriction of
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The name of Algonquin College’s newest building is a testament to innovation. The DARE District – the acronym stands for discovery, applied research and entrepreneurship – is a state-of-the-art structure devoted to providing the best in experiential, personalized learning. The $45-million structure, which opened in mid-2018, is a multidisciplinary space where students, employees, industry, and
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Claude Brulé, President – Algonquin College When Claude Brulé was appointed Algonquin College’s ninth president in mid-2019 he quickly embarked on an innovation agenda to establish experiential, personalized learning as the institution’s guiding educational principle for the future. “We know the people who walk through our doors, both physically and digitally, will not accept
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The Beginning Healthcare is expensive, no matter who pays for it. When creating value in healthcare, merely providing a service does not cut it anymore. Even if that service is provided at a reasonable cost. The real challenge is in the quality of care received. Care quality remains healthcare’s toughest obstacle, especially for those who
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Decades of ups and downs, helping others start companies, starting my own companies (and sometimes failing) has taught me the power of pattern recognition. It is key to both innovation and entrepreneurship because it is also at the core of being an early adopter and a connector. That was how I began: as an early
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Hownd™ is the first of its kind, Effortless Foot Traffic™ generation platform for local business owners that drives sustainable growth by curating experiences for consumers that pair them with the right merchant at the right time. Through an elegant combination of web, social, email, and the MyHownd™ consumer mobile app, the proven platform has already
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Digital Air Strike, the leading social media, AI-powered lead response, and consumer engagement technology company, considers innovation the heart of its success. The company creates new solutions and technology that help businesses better connect with consumers and generate revenue. Digital Air Strike’s relentless innovation is what differentiates it from competitors. The company’s proprietary and patented
From a sleepy little farm town to one of the fast-growing communities in the nation, Gilbert continues to be a leader in innovation while maintaining that small town feel that draws citizens and businesses of all sizes. It’s been a long journey built upon strong planning principals, commitment, and vision. The redevelopment of the Heritage
THERE’S NOWHERE TO HIDE. TRANSPARENCY IS EVERYTHING. Information isn’t just free, it’s everywhere. Purchasers want to know more before making their buying decision, and they’ll often find whatever information they’re looking for. So, don’t hide it. Transparency won’t just land new customers; it will help retain customers by continuing to build trust. THE DECISION
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The most widely recognized mouse ever built. Metaphase Design Group Inc. is responsible for some of the most important and innovative Breakthroughs in Design, Ergonomics, Research & packaging for some of the world’s most prestigious and influential brands.
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Dubbed as one of the nations “coolest kids brands” Rags creates unique, comfortable and stylish clothing for kids. Founder and CEO, Rachel Nilsson, has built the brand from her own basement to a multi-million dollar business in a matter of a few years. Her dynamic stretchy neckline has won the hearts of moms and kids
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