Chris Carder

ALT TEX is reimagining the uninventive and envrionmentally disastrous materials used in the fashion industry for decades. As the demand for fashion continues to grow, textile production cannot continue to happen at the cost of the planet. At ALT TEX, we believe the solution lies getting creative with the materials we already have, rather than manufacturing new ones.

At eQuo, our mission is to accelerate the growth and success of Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) entrepreneurs. We provide essential tools, unwavering support, and vital connections, turning entrepreneurial dreams into thriving businesses. Embodying a philosophy of Community, Passion, and Growth, eQuo is a steadfast partner, guiding entrepreneurs through every step of their journey. eQuo is more than just a service provider; we are your steadfast ally in the CPG industry. We prioritize community, expert guidance, and resource accessibility, empowering CPG entrepreneurs to achieve their goals and navigate industry complexities. Join eQuo today and become part of a movement redefining CPG entrepreneurship. Visit eQuoshift to learn more and get involved.

Blade Air is a recognized leader in indoor air quality solutions, trusted by a wide range of businesses and organizations, including Fortune 500 companies and various tiers of government, including educational boards. Their commitment to revolutionizing air quality technology sets them apart as a leading innovator focusing on sustainably improving air quality. With cutting-edge ESG-compliant technologies, Blade Air has implemented its innovative solutions in over 540 million cubic feet of building spaces across North America. Blade Air is committed to transforming the intersection of the IAQ and Sustainability markets as they continue to drive positive change and deliver innovative solutions for healthier, cleaner environments.

Portl is a network of content/advertising/commerce-enabled tablets in rideshare vehicles (Uber + Lyft) - tapping into the power of geo-location (and historic ride) data that the rideshare companies provide via API. Our network of connected screens eliminates idle time by providing media and entertainment options to riders who are experiencing idle time. A proprietary, easily installable hardware and software package delivers geo-located, contextual partnered content while collecting and measuring user behaviour. Portl was most recently named “Notable Startup of the year” & “Canada’s most promising startup” at the NACO World Investment Summit.

AdvisorStream is the highest-rated marketing platform to help financial advisors drive growth through highly personalized communications that investors enjoy and trust. Through a combination of automated marketing, world-class content, and AI-powered insights, AdvisorStream helps you turn clicks into clients. Learn more at AdvisorStream.com

Kinetic Companies was Founded in 2011 by Chris Carder, David Dougherty and Gary Fung & a group of supporting Toronto-based Angel Investors with the goal of creating and advising a series of Canadian Startup Companies. The group's current investments include: Retail Technology Transformation Firm Kinetic Commerce, which is now led by David as President (www.kineticcommerce.com), Marketing Automation Platform AdvisorStream (www.advisorstream.com), Game Developer Massive Damage (www.massdmg.com) and Mobile Job Platform Wirkn Inc. (www.getwirkn.com). The firm also supported the exit of SkyMotion - in an acquisition by AccuWeather). For additional information on these companies, please contact Chris Carder - https://www.linkedin.com/in/cwcarder/

Official LinkedIn page of the Schulich School of Business at York University. In global rankings, Schulich is one of the worlds leading business schools. Why? Excellent, diverse students. Award-winning faculty. Innovative, relevant programs. A state-of -the-art learning environment. Successful alumni. Strong external stakeholder networks. The Schulich advantage. Make it work for you.

Antler is one of the most active early-stage investors globally. The firm leads in ‘Day Zero’ investing, an approach to venture capital focused on partnering with founders pre-launch. Antler systematically removes capital and network constraints for early-stage technology entrepreneurs by providing co-founder matching, deep business model validation, initial capital, expansion support, and follow-on funding. The firm is present in 27 cities across most leading technology ecosystems globally and has made over 1,300 investments into early-stage startups. Antler has been repeatedly recognized by Pitchbook as the world’s most active angel and seed-stage investor.

ALT TEX is reimagining the uninventive and envrionmentally disastrous materials used in the fashion industry for decades. As the demand for fashion continues to grow, textile production cannot continue to happen at the cost of the planet. At ALT TEX, we believe the solution lies getting creative with the materials we already have, rather than manufacturing new ones.

At eQuo, our mission is to accelerate the growth and success of Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) entrepreneurs. We provide essential tools, unwavering support, and vital connections, turning entrepreneurial dreams into thriving businesses. Embodying a philosophy of Community, Passion, and Growth, eQuo is a steadfast partner, guiding entrepreneurs through every step of their journey. eQuo is more than just a service provider; we are your steadfast ally in the CPG industry. We prioritize community, expert guidance, and resource accessibility, empowering CPG entrepreneurs to achieve their goals and navigate industry complexities. Join eQuo today and become part of a movement redefining CPG entrepreneurship. Visit eQuoshift to learn more and get involved.