Event category: BetaKit Keynote Stage

Events

November 13, 2024

09:15 AM - 09:45 AM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2024-11-13 30 MINS

Failure IS an Option – the Story of Sampler

Douglas Soltys from BetaKit sits down with former Sampler CEO and founder Marie Chevrier Schwartz for an intimate conversation where they discuss the rise and fall of Sampler, lessons learned, and the mental stamina needed to navigate a perfect storm. Promised to be a raw, real, and thought-provoking conversation, we'll learn that "failure is an option," and that defining "failure" may be key to our success.

Moderator

DOUGLAS SOLTYS

Editor in Chief

BetaKit

MARIE CHEVRIER SCHWARTZ

CEO

TechTO

08:45 AM - 09:15 AM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2024-11-13 30 MINS

Scaling SaaS Growth: Proven Marketing Strategies from a Serial Entrepreneur

In this action-packed session, Neil Patel, the driving force behind SaaS giants like Ubersuggest, will reveal the exact strategies that power sustainable growth for SaaS businesses. Drawing on real-world experience, Neil will break down how to identify the right Total Addressable Market (TAM), mastering customer acquisition and retention through SEO. This session will arm you with the playbook for scaling your SaaS business.

NEIL PATEL

Co-Founder

Neil Patel Digital

08:30 AM - 08:45 AM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2024-11-13 15 MINS

Welcome Remarks

We’re kicking SAAS NORTH off with our Host Manuela Barcenas. Hear the overview of the exciting 2-day conference, line up of speakers, and what prizes are to be won!

MANUELA BÁRCENAS

Head of Marketing

Fellow.app

November 15, 2023

09:50 AM - 10:25 AM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2023-11-15 35 MINS
Moderator

ROGAYEH TABRIZI

Founder + Chief Executive Officer

Theory+Practice

ROBERTO CIPRIANI

Founder & CTO/COO

Paper

ANNE STEPTOE

VP of Platform Engineering

Wealthsimple

04:10 PM - 04:15 PM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2023-11-15 5 MINS

November 16, 2023

09:15 AM - 09:40 AM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2023-11-16 25 MINS

Scaling Up and Achieving Success

When it comes to taking your company to the next level, scaling up comes with its own set of challenges and roadblocks. Overcoming these obstacles is imperative to achieve long-term success. One important aspect to consider is maintaining a strong company culture. Rapid expansion can often dilute a company's values and principles, so taking steps to prevent this is vital to ensure continuity. Additionally, adopting a customer-centric approach is a game-changer. Prioritizing your customers' needs and preferences is crucial in building a loyal customer base and achieving sustainable growth. Lastly, building high-performing teams and embodying effective leadership qualities is vital for a successful scaling journey. Doing so can set you up for success and achieve your growth goals.

Moderator

TUYEN VO

Head- Technology & Innovation Banking

National Bank

LOUIS TREMBLAY

CEO

FLO

04:00 PM - 04:05 PM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2023-11-16 5 MINS

INNOVATEWest Grand Prize Draw

A chance to win a round-trip airfare on Air Canada, 2 Maple Leaf Lounge Passes, a VIP All Access Pass to INNOVATEwest taking place in Vancouver on April 16th-17th, 2024 and a complimentary 3-night stay at the Pinnacle Hotel, Harbourfront!

*Must be in the room to win.

01:05 PM - 01:45 PM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2023-11-16 40 MINS

BetaKit Podcast Live

Join the BetaKit Podcast's Douglas Soltys and Rob Kenedi as they talk Canadian tech and tech from a Canadian perspective. Recorded LIVE on the BetaKit Keynote Stage, the BetaKit Podcast will feature special guests and audience Q&A.

Moderator

DOUGLAS SOLTYS

Editor-in-Chief

BetaKit

Moderator

ROB KENEDI

Co-host & Co-creator

BetaKit Podcast

KATY YAM

Partner / General Manager

Real Ventures / Founder Fuel

SATISH KANWAR

VP of Product Acceleration (former)

Shopify

November 15, 2023

01:00 PM - 01:30 PM EDT

BetaKit Keynote Stage 2023-11-15 30 MINS

Insights from Mark Ghermezian, Software Titan and Investor

In the dynamic and overcrowded world of B2B enterprise software, rising as a market leader is a monumental achievement. Join us for an engaging fireside chat with Mark Ghermezian, the former CEO and co-founder of Braze, who currently serves as the General Partner at m]x[v Capital and concurrently holds the position of CEO of Gynger and Tildei. With a wealth of experience from both his ventures in enterprise software and investments this session will share insight and strategies on how to approach building a successful and long-term value business.

Moderator

SEAN SILCOFF

Business Writer

Globe and Mail

MARK GHERMEZIAN

Founder & GP

m]x[v Capital