Startup Social 2018 FAQ’s

ICUBE’s first ever Startup social is happening November 22nd! Have you registered yet??? If not CLICK HERE! To help answer some questions you may have, check out the frequently asked questions below.

Where is the event? Where should we park?

The event will take place in the Blind Duck Pub at The University of Toronto, Mississauga (3359 Mississauga Rd, Mississauga, ON L5L 1C6).

The Blind Duck Pub (map) is inside of UTM’s Student Centre. (Follow UTM street signs to the “Student Centre” and directional signs will be placed from parking and other locations to the venue).

FREE PARKING is available in the CCT Underground Parking lot (map). It’s going to be cold outside, so park inside! Please note free parking is only available for our guests from 5:00pm – 10:00pm.

What is dress code for this event?

Dress code? “Startup Style.”  Whether you identify as a coder (hoodie), investor (quarter zip), banker (suit and tie), you are totally welcome in what you’re wearing from wherever you’re coming from!

Who is Darrell Keezer?

Darrell Keezer (Instagram / Amazon / Website / LinkedIn) is a Mississauga based entrepreneur and CEO of CandyBox Marketing, a multimillion-dollar online marketing company that has grown by 50% every year for the past 5 years.  On top of his “Entrepreneur of the Year” award, Darrell’s latest success is releasing his new book on Nov 20, 2018 titled Pick Up Your Freakin’ Phone – The new rules for entrepreneurs. (If you show up the the ICUBE Startup Social early – the first 100 guests get a free copy. That’s a thing!)

Since there’s too much to fit about Darrell in this tiny FAQ box, you can use the “ASK DARRELL ANYTHING” page to ask anything about being an entrepreneur and your question could be answered from stage at the ICUBE Startup Social!

Do I need to bring anything?

Just you! (And maybe a $20 to get a copy of Darrell’s book! You definitely won’t want to be leaving without one, or two.)

What’s to eat?

Everyone like’s a sneak peek of the menu…  Well, we won’t give it all away but there will be:
Veggie Spring Rolls, Yalla Fries, Mini Tacos, Veggie Cups, and it’s a startup event of course PIZZA!

What’s the #hashtag for the event?

#newrules18

The goal of this Startup Social is to inspire you to start something new and meet new startups who are starting something new. You have the tools, the resources, and ICUBE here to help – let’s do this!

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow at the ICUBE Startup Social – if you haven’t registered, there might still be time!

Ideation Lab W'26 Schedule

Date
Time
Topic
Saturday, Jan 24
9:30am to 4:30pm
(in-person bootcamp)
Welcome + Orientation, 15 Traits of an Entrepreneur, Human-Centered Design, Market Research
Wednesday, Jan 28
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(in-person)
De-Mystifying Early-Stage Financing For Researchers: VC vs Angels
Wednesday, Feb 04
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Legal Session (Ask Me Anything with SLC Law)
Wednesday, Feb 11
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Branding Workshop
Wednesday, Feb 18
Break
Wednesday, Feb 25
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Grants, Loans, and Subsidies 
Wednesday, Mar 04
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(in-person)
Pitch with a Twist
Wednesday, Mar 11
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Sales Workshop
Wednesday, Mar 18
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Accounting Ask Me Anything
Wednesday, Apr 01
5:30pm to 7:30pm
(virtual)
Storytelling & How to Pitch

Indigenous business training program created by RedBird Circle Inc. in partnership with UofT Libraries, ICUBE UTM and The Bridge at UTSC

An experiential learning program that follows the school 3 semesters schedule, for anyone with a great idea who wants to make it happen.

A boutique-style remote program to support your business development and help you grow through one-on-one support. This program is open all year.

A student-led creative studio with intends to serve the prototyping and design needs of our ventures and small businesses in our community.

This 2-day retreat is designed to help you reflect on your journey, what drives you, all the hats you wear and what is next for you and your social enterprise.