TechToronto Meetup (September 2015)

TechToronto Meetup brings together Toronto’s tech leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts.

• the crowd:

Toronto’s smart, fun, creative tech community

• the speakers:

highly curated leaders & innovators sharing their expertise & experiences through 5 minute TED style presentations

• the format:

mingling & drinks > demos & showcases > community open mic > presentations > mingling & drinks

• the vibe:

fun, friendly & relaxed with complementary food & drinks

• the goal:

collectively advance our city’s booming tech scene

• the cost:

tickets are $10 in advance through Meetup, or $20 cash at the door

• this month:

we're featuring the following Toronto tech leaders doing great things with new technology:

• Pres. #1: Vicki Saunders from SheEO (https://sheeo.world/#home)

• Pres. #2: Paul Teshima from Nudge (http://www.neednudge.com/)

• Pres. #3: Mark Evans from Mark Evans (http://www.markevans.ca/)

• Pres. #4: Bijan Vaez from EventMobi (http://www.eventmobi.com/)

• Pres. #5: Andy Yang from 500px (https://500px.com/)

Demonstration booths from: The Next 36 (https://www.thenext36.ca/)

• the sponsors:

TELUS (http://business.telus.com/en/business/on?CMP=HEV_sTTM_cLogo_cdMarch_ad) is a national telecom company that provides a wide range of products and services including internet access, voice, entertainment, healthcare, video, and satellite television. Their small business solutions (http://business.telus.com/en/business/on?CMP=HEV_sTTM_cLogo_cdMarch_ad) are great for tech startups.

Hired (https://hired.com/?utm_source=Meetup&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=TechTO) is an on-demand pipeline of tech talent that helps candidates and employers quickly discover each other. Are you looking to hire software developers, UI/UX designers, or other tech or sales talent? Check out how Hired for employers (https://hired.com/employers?utm_source=Meetup&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=TechTO) can help you source top tech talent this week. Or if you're searching for your dream role, request an invite (https://hired.com/invite?utm_source=Meetup&utm_medium=sponsor&utm_campaign=TechTO) today!

Wealthsimple (https://www.wealthsimple.com/?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event_sponsor&utm_campaign=techTO)'s mission is to make smart, simple, low-fee investing accessible to everyone, regardless of net worth or financial knowledge. They are passionate entrepreneurs and industry experts looking to bring technology and transparency to the investment industry. Sign up at Wealthsimple.com (https://my.wealthsimple.com/signup?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event_sponsor&utm_campaign=techTO) and speak with a Wealth Concierge to learn more.

Borrowell (https://www.borrowell.com/?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event_sponsor&utm_campaign=techTO) is Canada's lending marketplace. At Borrowell, getting a loan is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Check your rate, verify your info, and get your money as soon as the next business day. Visit Borrowell (https://www.borrowell.com/?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=event_sponsor&utm_campaign=techTO) to find out more about low, fixed rate personal loans.

Highrise Pictures (http://highrisepictures.ca/) is an award-winning film production and photography collective. Since 2011, Highrise has worked with brands such as TD, TasteToronto, Toronto International Film Festival, SodaStream, as well as artists Steve Aoki, Juno-Award Winning Artist Anthony Carone, YACHT, and more. Highrise offers a cinematic, compact, non-intrusive experience specializing in a timeless artistic approach. Check out their Vimeo (http://vimeo.com/highrisepictures) to get a better taste!