The 2022 RBC EPIC Founders Program wrapped up on August 9, 2022. Since May, seven new startups had the opportunity to test, validate, and build their business models through this intensive 12-week program. The Founders program connects new startups with mentors and coaches, unique learning and networking opportunities, as well as access to funding
. Participants work hard to prepare for the final pitch competition where each startup presents their business model to a panel of judges for the chance to win additional cash prizes.
The 2022 final pitch competition was held Tuesday, August 9th. Our esteemed judging panel welcomed
Ameen Fadel, Founder & CEO, Cedar Valley Selections, Khizer Hayat, CIO, i-50 and Michelle Nguyen, Business Account Manager, Royal Bank of Canada.
Congratulations to Spencer Montcalm, Founder of Montcalm Fine Art Conservation (MFAC). MFAC provides services for stewards of fine art and cultural heritage. They specialize in theconservation, restoration, and preservation of fine art and cultural heritage objects. Using a scientific-based approach an object’s materiality is evaluated, then the preservation or treatment methods developed uniquely satisfy the piece’s historical context, environment, and future intent.
Congratulations to the runner-up, Founder Ala Falaki, Founder of Socialization. Socialization is a platform to integrate multiple social media accounts in one dashboard. It will not only help with creating the content but will also publish and measure your success.
Congratulations to the remaining teams for completing the RBC EPIC Founders Program.
- JEL, Founder Justin Elliott
- MiDecSa, Founder Mahsa Jalali
- Touring, Founder Aarish Khan
- TracKIT, Founder Yimin Liu
- TrueNorth Fitness Equipment, Founder Goutham Ravi
EPICentre thanks everyone who helped to make our 2022 RBC EPIC Founders Program such a great success. Big thank you to the RBC Foundation for their generous support of this program.
