Calgary founders will have the chance to learn directly from one of Canada’s most accomplished entrepreneurs this September.
Allen Lau, co-founder of Wattpad and Two Small Fish Ventures, is bringing his masterclass Turning a Scientist into an Entrepreneur to Platform Calgary on September 25th. Presented through the National Bank Investor Hub, the session is designed to help technical experts make the leap from lab to market.
Drawing on his experience scaling Wattpad into a global, AI-powered storytelling platform—acquired for US$660 million—Lau will share the mindset shifts and practical skills needed to transform breakthrough technology into a high-growth company.
Participants will learn how to:
- Spot market opportunities by leveraging technical expertise
- Scale ventures through multiple growth stages
- Balance innovation with business fundamentals
- Build strong teams and grow into the CEO role
Attendees will also gain insight into what investors prioritize in early-stage deals, sharpen their pitches with practical frameworks, and receive real-time feedback during networking.
As Calgary’s startup ecosystem gains momentum in AI, fintech, and cleantech, Lau’s session offers rare, actionable guidance from someone who has built and exited at global scale.
The masterclass is open to early-stage founders and technical professionals—scientists, engineers, and technologists—looking to grow from idea to impact.
The event takes place at Platform Innovation Centre in downtown Calgary on September 25. Seats are limited; register online to secure your spot.
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