
Hong Kong-Mississauga Innovation Exchange
Are you facing challenges in acquiring essential resources for your business?
Join us at our inaugural “Hong Kong-Mississauga Innovation Exchange” – where ideas exchange and connections thrive!
This event is tailored to provide start-ups and entrepreneurs with actionable insights and practical resources to navigate the intricacies of running a successful business.
Be part of our enlightening panel discussion and informative session, where you will learn about:
• Advice for founders on topics such as IP protection, taxation tips, and financing options from industry experts
• Government initiatives and program supports tailored for innovative start-ups
• Funding solutions and market opportunities in Canada and Asia/ Hong Kong
Agenda
4:15 – 4:30
• Welcome Remarks by Donna Heslin, Manager, Small Business , Entrepreneurship and Innovation, IDEA Mississauga
• Opening Remarks by Matt Mahoney, Acting Mayor, City of Mississauga
• Opening Remarks by Emily Mo, Director, Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto)
4:30 – 5:00
Panel Discussion: “Practical Business Resources for Startups”
• Moderator: Donna Heslin, Manager, Small Business , Entrepreneurship and Innovation, IDEA Mississauga
• Panelist: Pablo Tseng, Partner, Intellectual Property & Technology, McMillian LLP
• Panelist: Marcus Lam, Engagement Audit Partner, MNP LLP
• Panelist: Yanna Xie, Associate Director, Technology & Innovation Banking, Roynat Capital Scotiabank
5:00 – 5:30
Sharing Session: “Dedicated Programs and Supports for Startups”
• Session 1: Funding and Market Opportunities in Hong Kong by Christopher Chen, Head, InvestHK (Canada)
• Session 2: How to engage with the Canadian innovation ecosystem? by David Kwok, Director of Entrepreneurship & Innovation, YSpace, York University
• Session 3: IDEA Mississauga Program by Donna Heslin, Manager, Small Business , Entrepreneurship and Innovation, IDEA Mississauga
What’s more, don’t miss the chance to forge valuable connections with the speakers and fellow attendees during our networking session!
Seats are limited. Register today to secure your spot and unlock the pathways to your business success!
Event Details
- Thursday, April 11, 2024
- 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
- IDEA Square One (100 City Centre Drive, 2nd Floor, near Rec Room, Mississauga, ON)
Hosted
and Presented By
IDEA Mississauga, Economic Development, Small Business & Entrepreneurship Division, City of Mississauga, is your central source for small business information, resources and guidance.
Co-hosted with Invest Hong Kong (Canada) and Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto).
In partnership with Hong Kong Trade Development Council
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