Startup Bootcamp

Startup 101 Bootcamp took place on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 and was delivered in three parts. This program introduced U of R students, postdocs and faculty to the world of entrepreneurship and startups, while bringing the Saskatchewan ecosystem into the University. The first two sessions involved panel sessions with Q&As as well as interactive and entertaining group learning sessions. The final part was a pitch competition with cash prizes and mentorship was provided along the way from Startup TNT.

Winner:

• EcoFlex+ presented by Aaron Gerein, Samuel Oyedemi and Dr. Denise Stilling
  • Making trusted alternatives to single-use plastics

2nd Place:

• Aureus Pharmaceuticals presented by Joshua Adams and Colin Rieger 
  • Developing new solutions to combat antibiotic resistance

3rd Place:

• Health Link Direct presented by Trevor Tessier 
  • Creating an AI tool to better understand illnesses

If you are interested in entrepreneurship, innovation or startups, this program is for you!