The MIF Summer Networking Cocktail is back again! This edition we are proud to feature guest speaker Omar Zahr. Omar is the Chief Technology Officer at TandemLaunch, a Montreal-based venture foundry that builds deep-tech startups from university research.
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 17:00to19:00
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Thursday, September 3, 2026 17:00to18:00
Come to the info session and learn about the program benefits, application process and much more!
The TechAccel Program is one of the McGill Engine’s key co-curricular/experiential learning programs. It supports early-stage student ventures with Lean Startup Methodology training, 1:1 business mentorship, and project funding.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 12:00to13:00
Almost every startup will eventually reach a point where it is ready to sell its product or service. But at what price? And how does the customer pay? Is it a monthly fee or one-time? What is included with the price? And most importantly, how much margin should that price represent? Getting these questions right is crucial but all too often is left until the last possible minute. The MIF is assembling a panel of experts who will offer their insights into this consequential topic.
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Thursday, October 15, 2026 12:00to13:00
Go-to-Market strategy (or GTM as it is often referred) is another key step in the startup journey. You may have created a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and you might already have that essential first customer, but what about reaching the customers who do not know you yet? Where do you find them, and how can they find you? Getting this right can spell the difference between disaster and delight. The MIF has convened two experts to speak on this topic:
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Wednesday, November 11, 2026 17:00to19:00
Back for a 2nd year! Details to follow...
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Thursday, November 19, 2026 12:00to13:00
One word that comes up a lot in conversations with entrepreneurs is pivot. This refers to the common scenario where a major adjustment to the original plan needs to be made, and often very quickly. Generally these events are impossible to plan for, and typically fraught with risk. But are there ways to smooth the transition to new business models? Are there clear signposts that indicate a pivot needs to be made? And how can you be sure you have pivoted enough?
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