UVic ENT Club Presents: Founders Panel with Brandon Wright, Chris Sparling, and Rob Fraser
Get ready for an electrifying evening of insights, inspiration, and raw entrepreneurship from three of Victoria’s top founders.
This live panel discussion will feature:
🔹 Brandon Wright – CEO of Barnacle Systems, a high-tech security and monitoring company ensuring boats around the world are protected with real-time tracking and alerts. Brandon, an engineer by trade, has transformed Barnacle Systems into a globally recognized brand featured in major marine safety and military applications.
🔹 Chris Sparling – Co-Founder of Tiny, the Victoria-based holding company that has quietly built a portfolio of 40+ businesses, including Letterboxd and AeroPress, Inc. Tiny is redefining modern entrepreneurship with a simple philosophy: buy great businesses and let them thrive. Recently named 2025 Distinguished Entrepreneur of the Year by the Gustavson School of Business, Chris is at the forefront of innovative business acquisition and growth.
🔹 Rob Fraser – Former pro cyclist turned entrepreneur, Rob is the Founder & CEO of OUTWAY, a high-performance sock company worn by athletes and everyday movers alike. Starting from scratch, Rob has built OUTWAY into an industry leader, disrupting the sock market with premium design and performance-focused innovation.
What to Expect:
✔️ First-hand lessons from top founders on building, scaling, and overcoming challenges
✔️ Audience Q&A-ask your burning questions!
✔️ A unique opportunity to connect with the local startup ecosystem
📅 Date: Tuesday, March 18th
📍 Location: UVic Campus - David Strong Building
🕕 Time: 6-7:30 pm
🚀 Whether you’re an aspiring founder, a startup enthusiast, or just curious about how great companies are built, this event is for you!
🔗 Spots are limited, sign up now!