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Techstars Toronto Virtual International Demo Day 2023
2023-10-04 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual Event
Witness a groundbreaking international spectacle of creativity and collaboration as twelve outstanding companies hailing from Africa, India, and Brazil prepare to unveil revolutionary solutions capable of reshaping industries across the globe. Be part of the experience as borders blur and innovative ideas claim the spotlight, proving that innovation transcends all limitations.
Reserve your spot today to be a part of this extraordinary event by clicking here.

Techstars Toronto Virtual Canadian Demo Day
2023-10-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Virtual Event
Discover the creativity fueling local innovation as we highlight our twelve exceptional Canadian companies. Stretching from coast to coast, these innovators are ready to amaze you with their state-of-the-art technology and sustainable initiatives. Come and celebrate Canada’s entrepreneurial spirit with us, and contribute to the journey towards a brighter future.
To register for this event, click here.

Immigrants in Tech Summit 2023
2023-10-30 - 2023-10-31 | Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queens Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C6, Canada
Join us at Scale Without Borders’ Immigrants in Tech Summit 2023 on October 30 and 31!
Visualize high profile talks, high impact break outs, curated networking, an exhibition hall, and receptions at this two-day event at the Royal Ontario Museum.
Whether you’re a newcomer, an ally, an employer, or an entrepreneur, you have the opportunity to interact with the entire immigrant and tech community — key corporate leaders, leading startups, government and non-profit — to support, celebrate, hire and engage the brightest immigrant tech talent and entrepreneurs!
Mariam Momodu from our Toronto office will be moderating the panel Fundraising for Newcomer Entrepreneurs, discussing the barriers for newcomer fundraisers and how to overcome them.
Register here!

ATS Labs - Demo Day
2023-11-30 14:00 - 17:00 | Microsoft Canada, 81 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 1E6, Canada
Access to Success Labs is back again for 2023 and it’s time to celebrate the culmination of their 3-month program and hear from some of the world’s most promising accessibility startups.
Matthew Literovich from our Toronto office will be there to hear the live pitches from the graduating startups.
Register here!

SXSW VC Brunch with Capital Factory
2025-03-08 | SXSW
Dentons Global Venture Technology Group sponsored Capital Factory’s 6th annual VC Brunch, alongside Alpha Partners, Type One Ventures, National Venture Capital Association and Venture Atlanta Conference.
This invite-only brunch is held exclusively for VCs to connect with their peers and this year’s event welcomed 200+ VCs.

Sunset Sips: Investor & Founder Mixer at eMerge
2025-03-27 17:30 - 20:30 | Miami Beach, Florida
Join us during eMerge Americas for a happy hour mixer! Unwind after a busy day, mingle with fellow innovators, entrepreneur and investors to enjoy delicious cocktails and great conversation in a cool venue.

Webinar: The Rise of the Secondary Market
2025-05-13 13:00 - 14:00
Victor H. Boyajian, Global Chair of Dentons’ Venture Technology and Emerging Growth Companies group, sat down with Christina Fa, Principal at NewView Capital; Chris Bull, Managing Director at Kline Hill Partners; and Matt Krna, Founder and Managing Partner at Two Meter Capital, for a candid discussion on the evolving secondary market. They dove into what’s driving the surge in activity, the distinct dynamics between venture and private equity secondaries, and how investors, founders, and fund managers are approaching liquidity — including deal structuring, market pricing and emerging strategies.
The recording can be found below:
Dentons – The Rise of the Secondary Market

Spring into Summer: A Rooftop Gathering with GV & Dentons
2025-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 | New York, NY
Join GV and Dentons as we Spring into Summer, bringing together NYC’s brightest founders, investors and innovators for a relaxed gathering to kick off the season.
​Rooftop views and conversations that spark what’s ahead!

Brexfast Club w/ FirstGen Founders, Operators and Investors
2025-06-03 09:00 - 10:30 | New York, NY
Join us for Brexfast Club co-hosted with ​FirstGen and One Way Ventures and connect with immigrant and first-gen Founders, Operators & VCs during #NYTechWeek.

Taco Tuesday: NYC Founders & Investors
2025-06-03 18:00 - 21:00 | New York, NY
Join us during #NYTechWeek for a cocktail mixer and small bites for the chance to meet New York City’s earliest founders and investors, including Bling Capital, Correlation Ventures, Max Ventures, Daybreak, Field Ventures and BBG Ventures.

NY Tech Week Investor & Founder Mixer with Rayo Capital, W3F, Stand with Crypto and Draper University Ventures
2025-06-04 18:00 - 21:00 | New York, NY
​​Join Rayo, W3F, Stand with Crypto and Draper University Ventures for an evening of connection, collaboration, and community! We welcome everyone in town for NYC Tech Week to join our community of founders, developers and builders to join us over light refreshments.

GCV London Symposium Sector Spotlight Panel: National Security & Defense Technology
2025-06-18 10:55 - 11:25 | London
From AI-driven threat detection to quantum-resistant encryption, the next wave of defense technology is being shaped by innovative startups and strategic investors. Moderated by Dentons Global Venture Technology Chair Victor Boyajian, this panel will uncover how venture capital, government partnerships and breakthrough technologies are converging to address national security challenges.

Q2 2025 PitchBook-NVCA Venture Monitor Webinar
2025-07-31 13:00 - 14:00
Halfway through 2025, the venture market remains defined by liquidity concerns and surging interest in AI. Investment power has concentrated among firms with ample dry powder and established track records. Meanwhile, tariffs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to dampen IPO prospects despite a recent surge in new public listings, while a handful of billion-dollar M&A deals closed in Q2, driven in large part by highly capitalized, VC-backed companies.
In this webinar, created in partnership with the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), our panel of experts examine current US VC trends, analyze their impact on the market moving forward, and offer their perspectives on the rest of the year’s outlook.
Key topics

Down round IPOs are the new normal
Secondaries have provided some limited liquidity relief
Dealmaking continues its focus on AI
Fundraising is waiting on a return of large exits

Investing at the Frontier: AI, Sustainability and Resilience in 2025 with GV, IQT and Drive Capital
2025-09-30 13:00 - 14:00
The venture landscape is evolving rapidly, with institutional capital flowing into areas that are shaping both markets and society. From the infrastructure enabling AI to dual-use technologies bridging commercial and national security needs, investors are seeking opportunities that combine innovation with resilience.
Join leaders from GV, IQT and Dentons for a virtual conversation that explores how global forces, technological breakthroughs and shifting capital dynamics are defining the next wave of early- and growth-stage investing.
Discussion highlights:

AI today and tomorrow: Applied AI vs. infrastructure and where long-term value lies.
Dual-use innovation: Robotics, space, cybersecurity, biotech and advanced manufacturing.
Energy and sustainability: Tackling datacenter and EV-driven energy demand.
Resilience in uncertain times: Conflict, supply chains and global volatility.
What founders must demonstrate: Traction and focus in today’s tighter fundraising market.

Capital at the Crossroads: Navigating Today’s Life Sciences Market Realities with ThinkEquity and Nasdaq
2025-10-08 13:00 - 14:00
Dentons is launching a new roundtable series for biotech, pharma and med device leaders—bringing market experts and investors together to share clear perspectives on today’s capital markets, from current challenges to emerging opportunities.
Episode 1: State of the Markets
Our first session will spotlight the realities of today’s financing and deal-making climate. Hear directly from Tara Sharif, PhD, MBA, Managing Director at ThinkEquity and Andy Hall, Senior Managing Director at Nasdaq as they share perspectives on where the markets stand, what’s moving the needle and what companies should be preparing for in the year ahead.
Guiding the conversation will be Dentons’ own Ira Kotel and Rob Condon, who bring decades of experience at the intersection of life sciences and capital markets. Together, they’ll frame the discussion around practical insights for companies considering fundraising, public listings or strategic transactions.
Key topics include:

Current fundraising conditions and how they are reshaping biotech, pharma and med device strategies.
IPO and follow-on market activity—what it takes to go public in today’s climate.
M&A and partnership trends, including what acquirers and investors are looking for.
