Funding 101 for Alberta’s Digital Media Sector

Submitted by megan on Mon, 10/15/2012 - 13:52
AB

With a wide array of grants, vouchers and funding programs available to support Alberta’s Digital burgeoning digital media community, knowing where to start can a daunting feat.  

Digital Alberta presents: Funding 101 for Alberta’s Digital Media Sector.  

Featuring speakers from various funding organizations and successful businesses who have tapped Alberta’s funding programs; the event will provide attendees with information about what financial support is available, qualifications, tips & tricks and how to get started. Following the panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to network with program representatives and successful recipients to learn more.

Happening: Wednesday, 17 October 2012

Where: Belgo Brasserie

Agenda:

  • 5:00PM - Registration
  • 5:45PM - Welcome and Panel Introductions
  • 6:05PM - Questions to Discuss: How does your experience with funding programs allow you to empathize with the community? How does your background and experience allow you to be an influencer in conversations about funding for tech businesses? How do you see the funding programs being utilized by tech startups? What do you recommend focusing on to create an effective and engaging application?
  • 7:05PM - Q & A Session 7:35PM - Networking Opportunity!

 

Visit http://www.digitalalberta.com/funding-101-alberta%E2%80%99s-digital-media-sector for more information.

Date: 
Wed, 10/17/2012 - 17:00 - 20:00

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