DAY 1: June 2, 2025
Live in Calgary + Broadcast + Satellite Options
ScaleUP Ecosystems
Building the Competitive Advantage for Canada’s Scaling Companies
Day 1 of ScaleUP Week 2025 is dedicated to shaping the future of scaleup ecosystems and high-growth ventures—a critical driver of Canada’s economic competitiveness.
The day begins with the official launch of ScaleUP Week, bringing together global insights, cutting-edge research, and leading experts to explore what drives scaling success in Canada.
In the afternoon, take part in interactive, in-person discussions across multiple regions to assess how your local ecosystem supports scaleups. Collaborate with ecosystem leaders, share perspectives, and contribute to a localized action plan designed to accelerate business growth, innovation, and Canada’s competitive edge.
Explore the policies, frameworks, and strategies that enable high-growth businesses to scale.
Learn from case studies and expert insights on what makes a successful scaleup ecosystem.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to foster regional innovation and drive real impact.
Be part of the conversation. Be part of the change.
Day 1: ScaleUP Ecosystems Agenda*
June 2, 2025
📍 💻 Ross Glen Hall, Mount Royal University, Calgary | Hybrid Option
08:00 AM MT
Welcome
Speaker: Melanie Rogers, Vice-President Community Engagement
Organization: Mount Royal University
08:10 AM MT
Global Insights – Keynote
Speaker: Professor Justin Jansen
Organization: European Scaleup Institute
08:30 AM MT
Canadian Insights – Keynote
Speaker(s): Ross Prusakowski, Deputy Chief Economist
Organization: Export Development Canada
09:30 AM MT
Break
10:00 AM MT
ScaleUP Drivers – Report Launch
Speaker(s): Dr. Simon Raby, Executive Director
Organization: ScaleUP Week
10:15 AM MT
ScaleUP Drivers – Panel
Moderator: Dr. Charles Plant, Founder
Organization: The Narwhal Project
Panelists: To be announced
11:00 AM MT
ScaleUP Drivers – Closing Remarks
Speaker(s): To be announced
Organization: To be announced
*Agenda constantly evolving, Check back regularly!
📍 Online and In-person
Vancouver | Edmonton | Calgary | Saskatoon or Regina (TBC) | Winnipeg
*The intention will be for satellite events to run concurrently.
01:00 PM MT
Welcome
Speaker(s): To be announced
Organization: Host
01:05 PM MT
Agenda
Facilitators: Robert Vanderwees (Vancouver), Peter Fenwick (Edmonton), Dr. Simon Raby (Calgary), TBC Name (Saskatoon or Regina), James Levy (Winnipeg)
Organization: High Growth Venture Initiative, Mount Royal University
01:15 PM MT
Creating World Class Scaleup Ecosystems – Keynote 💻
Speaker(s): Dr. Charles Plant
Organization: The Narwhal Project
*Broadcast live from Calgary
02:45 PM MT
Break
02:00 PM MT
ScaleUP Drivers – Provincial Snapshot
Moderated & Speaker(s): To be announced
Organization: To be announced
03:00 PM MT
Breakout
Facilitators: Robert Vanderwees (Vancouver), Peter Fenwick (Edmonton), Dr. Simon Raby (Calgary), TBC Name (Saskatoon or Regina), James Levy (Winnipeg)
Organization: High Growth Venture Initiative, Mount Royal University
03:30 PM MT
Action Planning
Speaker(s): To be announced
Organization: Growth Catalyst
03:55 PM MT
Closing Remarks
Speaker(s): To be announced
Organization: Host
04:00 PM MT
Networking
*The above agenda is illustrative and subject to change. Agendas will be confirmed at a local level.
Share your ScaleUP Insights
Scaling a business is complex, but understanding the key drivers can make all the difference. The ScaleUP Monitor gathers insights from scaling leaders like you to identify what drives growth and informs ScaleUP Masterclasses, ensuring real-world solutions tailored to scaling challenges.
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