Velocity
Velocity supports early-stage founders and student entrepreneurs at any stage from idea validation through pre-seed and seed-stage development, with particular strength in deep tech, health tech, and industrial innovations. The organization focuses on Canadian entrepreneurship while welcoming founders globally, emphasizing customer discovery, rapid market validation, and preparation for capital raising.
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Velocity operates on a founder-first philosophy centered on believing that great founders build great companies. The organization is committed to helping founders achieve their dreams by keeping them focused and providing comprehensive resources for rapid growth. Rather than taking equity, Velocity removes obstacles, opens doors, and applies strategic pressure to help founders move faster while holding them accountable. The underlying model emphasizes reducing startup risk through the ‘3Ts’ (Team, Technology, Traction) enabled by the ‘3Cs’ (Customers, Capital, Connections), creating a cyclical ecosystem of accelerated validation and de-risking.
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