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Vancouver Startup Week is an incredible gathering of entrepreneurs, developers, investors, and community leaders all coming together to celebrate one of the top tech hubs in the world. The city will be teeming with events, including presentations from some of the biggest names in the tech scene. 
  • Events have limited capacity and must be reserved independently. So don’t be a Lazy Larry - claim your spot today!
  • Is your event fully booked? - Have no fear, waitlist is here! Event entry for waitlisters opens 5 minutes prior to event start time. It’s worth trying, you’ll have a pretty good chance of getting in.
  • A word to the wise - Please show up for events at least 10 minutes prior to event start time. Unclaimed seats will be offered to waitlisters 5 minutes prior to start time.
  • Have your pass handy, as we will scan your QR code when you attend events. But remeber, this pass does not grant you access to the events unless you have signed up!
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Monday, September 25
 

08:30 PDT

BREAKFAST “BLOCK” PARTY: Legal Bites About Blockchain
Limited Capacity full
Adding this to your schedule will put you on the waitlist.

Fasken Martineau invites you to join us for a breakfast presentation on the legal and regulatory issues surrounding Blockchain, cryptocurrencies, crowd sales and Initial Coin Offerings (“ICOs”).

We’ll cover topics including:
·       Why is Blockchain important?
·       How do cryptocurrencies fit into the equation?
·       What is an ICO?
·       What are the legal and regulatory issues?

Doors open - 8.10am

Capacity: 58

Speakers
avatar for Adrian Jonklaas

Adrian Jonklaas

CoFounder & COO, Frontier Foundry
Having exited from a successful real estate business advisory practice in Dubai, Adrian Jonklaas has established himself as an angel investor and entrepreneur in Vancouver since 2015. Adrian is the co-founder and COO of Frontier Foundry Corp., a global platform for blockchain company... Read More →
avatar for Mike Stephens

Mike Stephens

Mike is a partner in Fasken Martineau's Securities & Technology group. A proven leader in the BC technology ecosystem and a dedicated advocate for his clients, Mike represents companies in all stages of their development, with a particular focus on early-stage entrepreneurs, start-ups... Read More →
avatar for Mike Stephens

Mike Stephens

Partner, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP



Monday September 25, 2017 08:30 - 09:30 PDT
Faskens Martineau LLP

13:00 PDT

A Recruiter's Guide to Your LinkedIn Profile
Limited Capacity full
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The goal of this talk is to give you an understanding of how recruiters and employers use LinkedIn to find, assess, and approach candidates. There will be a presentation and workshop session to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile and to give you a leg up on your competition. Bring your questions as we'll have a Q&A session at the end while we enjoy lunch provided by Instant Financial. 


Capacity: 40

Speakers
avatar for Nicole Davidson

Nicole Davidson

HR Manager, Instant Financial
Nicole geeks out on everything people and talent. With over 7 years in the recruiting and HR game, she has a super passion for helping people unlock the job skills no one ever taught us. She loves building teams from the ground up and has partnered with some incredible tech start-ups... Read More →



Monday September 25, 2017 13:00 - 15:00 PDT
Instant Financial
 
Wednesday, September 27
 

08:30 PDT

What are the “Options”: Equity Incentives for Employees
Limited Capacity full
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Fasken Martineau invites you to join us for breakfast and an in-depth discussion on the vital points to consider before establishing an option plan for your company.  We’ll provide you with the answers to questions such as:

·                 What does it actually mean when you promise to “pay someone with equity”?

·                 What are the different alternatives for equity or equity-based compensation (eg. traditional options, Share Appreciating Rights, “phantom” stock)

·                 What are the tax and legal implications of compensating employees/consultants with stock options?



Capacity: 30

Speakers
avatar for Mike Coburn

Mike Coburn

Michael (Mike) Coburn is a partner in the Taxation Group. He provides advice on a broad range of corporate and personal tax matters, regularly advising clients on the most tax efficient means of completing a transaction. Mike has extensive experience with respect to the tax implications... Read More →
avatar for John Conlin

John Conlin

Jon is an associate in the firm's Securities and Mergers & Acquisitions Group.Prior to joining Fasken Martineau, Jon obtained his JD from the University of British Columbia. Prior to entering law school, Jon played NCAA football for Washington State University and won a Holiday Bowl... Read More →
avatar for Mike Stephens

Mike Stephens

Partner, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP



Wednesday September 27, 2017 08:30 - 09:30 PDT
Faskens Martineau LLP

12:00 PDT

Learn The Digital Product Lifecycle
Limited Capacity full
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Join us September 27th for a lunch and learn at BrainStation's new 20,000 sq ft campus!

From product management and user experience design, to everything data, we'll be diving into the full digital product lifecycle, upcoming market trends and the most in-demand jobs in Vancouver.

 This session is ideal for those looking to launch their own business, level up specific digital skills and for anyone interested in a career in tech.

WHY ATTEND: Over the next 5 years, there will be over 40,000 tech jobs in BC that will need to be filled. Find your place in tech!

Capacity: 125

Speakers
avatar for Richard Bent

Richard Bent

Richard is currently a Learning Advisor at the Vancouver BrainStation Campus. After completing a Master’s degree in economics, Richard shifted his focus to business development and tech. His favourite part of working at BrainStation is constantly meeting industry leaders and connecting... Read More →



Wednesday September 27, 2017 12:00 - 13:00 PDT
Brainstation
 
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