Build, Scale & Fund Your Tech Startup With LaunchPad
LaunchPad is an exclusive program for tech startups looking to learn and grow with fellow entrepreneurs who are driven to build global technology businesses.
Made by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs.
Take your business to the next level.
We bring together our network of global mentors to support businesses and entrepreneurs in the tech community. With a LaunchPad membership, you will gain exclusive access to a network of 1000+ like-minded entrepreneurs, founders, creators, mentors and investors who are always ready to help you take your business to the next level.
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Resources, Network & Startup Perks Worth $300k+
LaunchPad has adapted itself as a completely online program offering hybrid content including topics such as international scaling, global marketing, hiring, growth hacking, fundraising, revenue generation, marketing, business tax planning and much more! Program features include:
Exclusive Community Access
Join Launch’s community of 1,000+ entrepreneurs, tech leaders & investors. Plus, an exclusive weekly newsletter.
Perks Valued $400,000+
Exclusive LaunchHub access with over $400,000 in perks & resources, including Amazon AWS, Microsoft & more
Traction Conference Series
Traction weekly webinar series brings leaders from Google, Shopify, LinkedIn, Uber, Github & top-tier VCs.
Ask Me Anything Sessions
Monthly Ask Me Anything (AMA) live sessions to ask questions to seasoned startup mentors and industry experts.
Monthly Workshops
Live webinars and learning sessions with mentors and partners on the different aspects of building a startup.
Monthly Huddles
Group discussions to meet your fellow members and build strategic partnerships and connections.
Pitch Sessions
Monthly sessions for members to practice their sales & investor pitches with peer-to-peer feedback
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Community Events
Regular networking and social events such as Launch Offline & Tool Time to build meaningful connections.
Who Can Join?
LaunchPad is for tech startups looking to learn and grow with other driven entrepreneurs in the same industry.
We are primarily looking to work with companies in the following emerging areas of tech: Artificial Intelligence, VR/AR/MR, Blockchain, Financial Technology, Data Sciences, Quantum Computing, Health Technology, CyberSecurity and SaaS.
Potential members should be eager to learn from both mentors and peers, and be ready to contribute their own expertise to the community. At Launch, we live by the mantra that - “everybody has something to teach, and everybody has something to learn”. If this sounds like something you are excited about, you may be a fit for our community!
Selection Process
- Please complete the LaunchPad application form. Make sure your landing page, website or pitch deck is up to date.
- We will contact the shortlisted candidates for an interview. Before the interview, you will be asked to complete a detailed application form covering applicant profile, company profile and other relevant details. Interviews are conducted to evaluate the fit between Launchpad and the candidate’s objectives, and their commitment to become a part of the Launch community.
Program Fee
As Launch is a not-for-profit organization, all program proceeds will be reinvested back into building the Canadian tech and talent ecosystem.
MONTHLY PLAN
$200
YEARLY PLAN (Save $400)
$2,000
*Plus applicable taxes. The indicated price is per person. A minimum commitment of 6 months is required for the monthly program. The program fee is charged at the beginning of each month/year from the date of enrollment. The monthly/yearly renewal fee will continue to be billed to the payment method until cancelled. Program structure & fee are subject to change. Launch team updates the program structure, fees, and associated resources on a regular basis in order to stay current with evolving industry standards.
What They're Saying
"Everything at LaunchPad is designed to help entrepreneurs because it was created by entrepreneurs who build by going ‘that’s what I would have wanted’. This is why it works."
- Brandon Pizzacalla, GrowthGenius
About Launch
Launch is western Canada’s premier technology hub located in Vancouver, BC, we help entrepreneurs execute on their businesses through industry expertise, mentorship, lean metrics and networking opportunities.
Launch’s rich alumni network consists of businesses such as Later, Thinkific, Flutterwave, Koho, Klue, Lighthouse Labs, Picatic and more.