Weโre starting this issue off with a important message about one of our favourite local community hubs: The Home Key. Yesterday, founders Jonathan and Clare announced that they are at risk of closing their doors due to lingering effects of the pandemic.
Here at VTJ, weโve been lucky enough to host a number of events at The Home Key, from #vtjtalks to Vancouver Tech Morning Coffees. In fact, the very first #vtjtalks event took place inside The Home Key less than a year ago. Weโve seen it grow and become a gathering place for the Vancouver tech community. We know most of you have too.
If youโd like to help โ and we think all Vancouver Tech Journal readers should โ please make a contribution.
According to Jonathan and Clare, if everyone that has experienced The Home Key contributed $25, theyโd be well on their way to hitting their target and operating on solid ground. More than 50 people have already chipped in. You know what to do.
And now, on to the Midweek Memo.
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๐๏ธ Vancouver Tech Events
๐ค Tech Industry Social by VTJ x CBRE's HTFG | February 23
Join the Vancouver Tech Journal team and our partners at CBRE's High Technology Facilities Group for our monthly Tech Industry Social.
A๏ปฟs usual, this event will bring together a collection of Vancouver tech industry founders and leaders for networking, deal-making, and plain old catching up. Your first drink is free!
๐๏ธ Calling all startup founders!
Are you interested in benchmarking your product development plan and R&D practices against your peers? Boastโs survey on the state of R&D in 2023 provides an opportunity to compare your startup's R&D strategy with others in the industry.
By participating, you'll help them gain a better understanding of the current trends and challenges in R&D, and you'll receive valuable insights to inform your own R&D practices. So don't miss out on this chance to contribute to the future of R&D and benchmark your startup's R&D efforts - take their survey today!
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โ๏ธ SOLD OUT: Toast to Equity: Male Allyship in Tech, sponsored by Boast | February 27
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๐ฎ #vtjtalks: The Future of the Creator Economy | March 15
TikTok, OnlyFans, courses, Web3, tokens, newsletters โ is this a flash in the pan, or the future of business?
Join us this month to explore topics surrounding content technology, payment platforms, video distribution, token gating, the impact of generative AI, gaming, ways creators can diversify and grow their businesses, and much more.
Speakers announced:
Christie Horsman, vice president of marketing, Thinkific
Chloe Morris, director of creator relations, Viral Nation
M๏ปฟichael Tippett, vice president of corporate and business development, Later.com
William Johnson, founder, Vancouver Tech Journal
๐ Featured VTJ Membership Perk
This week: Launch Academy
- Vancouver Tech Journal members receive free access to the Launch Your Startup course.
Contact [email protected] to redeem your perks or learn more about VTJ membership.
๐ฉ๐ปโ๐ผ Vancouver Tech Moves
Major personnel changes, including promotions, hires, and departures:
The Honourable John P. Manley is appointed chair of TELUS Board of Directors. Details ยป
Daryl Louie joins Pangea Natural Foods as chief marketing officer. Details ยป
Multiple changes have been made to the senior leadership team at PayByPhone. Details ยป
๐ผ Vancouver Tech Jobs
Whether you're looking for a dream role or a dream employee, Vancouver Tech Jobs has you covered with a wide selection of local tech roles.
Proxima HQ is hiring a Software Architect
Klue is hiring a Senior Quality Manager
YVR is hiring a Director, Climate and Environment
Intel is hiring a Senior Pre-Silicon Verification Engineer
Ballard Power is hiring an Electrical Technologist
Check out who else is hiring on our Vancouver Tech Job Board ยป
Growing your team? Post a job with us ยป