Join us for the Investor Circle, AO’s exclusive network of investor members, angel investors, fund managers, and high-networth individuals looking to build connections.
Sip, taste, and connect while experiencing the unique architecture of Mission Hill Family Estate Winery. This exclusive investor social is the perfect opportunity to build relationships with peers and gain valuable insights from industry leaders. In addition to networking, this event will feature an engaging fireside chat and audience Q&A with Shawn Abbott, co-founder of Inovia Capital.
Who Should Attend:
Accelerate Okanagan’s Investor Members, new and accredited investors, fund managers, venture capitalists, and high-net-worth individuals with an interest in innovation, investing, and scaling businesses.
Accelerate Okanagan Investor Members receive VIP access to all Investor Circle events, including priority registration and complimentary tickets. If you are interested in elevating your investor journey with exclusive benefits like these, you can learn more and register here.
What to Expect:
- Networking: Meet and connect with a curated group of like-minded peers
- Inspiration: Gain valuable insights into the evolving investment landscape from one of the industry’s top thought leaders
- Engagement: Participate in Q&A session following the fireside chat to dive deeper into Shawn’s expertise
About the Speaker
Shawn Abbott, co-founder of Inovia Capital, brings decades of entrepreneurial and governance expertise to his work, coaching founders and serving on boards like Certn and Top Hat. A pioneer in internet security and a prolific inventor, Shawn holds multiple patents, including the first for the USB key, as well as innovations in online banking and biometric security. With a deep understanding of scaling businesses and effective board leadership, he provides invaluable insights to entrepreneurs. Passionate about fostering good governance, he actively supports initiatives like the ICD/CVCA Private Capital Governance Program.
About the Moderator
Nathan McNeill is an entrepreneur, investor, and go-to-market strategist with a passion for storytelling and building impactful companies. As co-founder of Bomgar (now BeyondTrust), he grew the company to $50M in revenue before its successful exit. Today, Nathan leverages his experience to help early-stage companies strengthen their market positions and founders refine their stories, from boardrooms to TED talks.
Don’t miss this opportunity to build your professional network and learn from one of the industry’s leading voices! All tickets include wine and light bites.
