[oclug] November 27, 2003 (Thu) 4pm:Foundry Showcase - New Wave of Tech Entrepreneurs and Spin-off Companies

[tOM Trottier]

Foundry Showcase - New Wave of Tech Entrepreneurs and Spin-off Companies -
- November 27, 2003 (Thu)

"Carleton University Showcases New Wave of Tech Entrepreneurs and Spin-
off Companies" 

Meet some of Carleton University's most exciting new spin-off companies 
at a special event celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation. 

The Carleton University Foundry Program has helped launch eight new 
technology companies in the past 18 months signalling the University's 
emerging role as a major contributor in the region's future economic 
development. Over 100 people from the hi tech industry including venture 
capitalists, angel investors, and entrepreneurs are expected to attend. 

Networking reception begins: 4:00 p.m. 

Presentations by spin-offs begin: 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. 

Where: 302 Azrieli Theatre, Carleton University 

Media are invited to attend both the Networking Reception and Spin-off 
Company presentations and should identify themselves at the registration 
table. All media are asked to be on site by 4:30 p.m. 

Background: 

The Carleton University Foundry Program is increasingly recognized as a 
leading initiative to stimulate the next generation of technology 
entrepreneurs and spin-off companies formed out of research-based 
innovations. Carleton University has one of the highest rates of new 
technology company formation in the country as evidenced by the 100+ 
companies formed by alumni and faculty in recent years. Notable alumni 
and faculty include: Antoine Paquin (Skystone Systems), Michael Cowpland 
(Mitel and Corel Corporation), Dave Thomas (Object Technology 
International), Gary Duck (JDS Fitel), and Martin Lefevbre (Cadabra). 

For more information: 

Luc Lalande, Technology and Research Department Office, 520-2600 ext. 
8359 

Lin Moody, Media Relations, 520-2600 ext. 8705 




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