Reverse Pitch Series Vol.3: Cracking the Code on Early-Stage Capital
How do early-stage founders actually get funded — and what are funders really looking for?
In collaboration with Vancouver Startup Week, we’re organizing the 3rd edition of the Reverse Pitch Series – and this one’s all about decoding early-stage capital.
What is the Convergence "Reverse Pitch Series"?
This series offers entrepreneurs and business leaders the opportunity to learn from - and connect with - key funding sources, including investors, VCs, loan providers and programs, and other financial experts who can help take growing businesses to the next level.
This Vol.3 flips the script. Instead of founders pitching funders, the funders pitch you. A venture capitalist, a non-dilutive funding expert, and an angel investor will break down how they assess opportunities, what raises red flags, and how founders can rise above the noise.
Whether you’re prepping for your first round or exploring funding outside of venture, you’ll walk away better equipped to take the next step.
And for those who want to share what they’re building — there’ll be a first-come, first-served audience intro session to pitch what you’re working on, what you need, or what challenges you’re facing.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
✅ Fireside Chat with VC, angel, and non-dilutive funders
✅ Unfiltered insight into how funders think
✅ Opportunity for founders to introduce themselves
✅ Networking with founders, investors, and capital advisors
SPEAKERS
🗣️ TBA – stay tuned!
👤 Moderated by Matthew Housser – Co-founder, Convergence | CEO & Co-founder, Simuhealth
AGENDA
📝 5:00 PM Doors Open + Networking
📝 5:30 PM Opening Remarks
📝 5:40 PM Funders Pitch (5 mins x 3)
📝 5:55 PM Fireside Chat
📝 6:30 PM Audience Quick Intros (1-minute founder intros – limited spots)
📝 6:40 PM Interactive Q&A
📝 7:00 PM Networking
*Subject to change
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
🌱 Early-stage founders navigating funding options
🌱 First-time fundraisers building their strategy
🌱 Startup operators seeking investor mindset clarity
Want to understand how funders really think?
👉 Sign up NOW to attend! 🎟️
⚠️⚠️Convergence is proud to be an official partner of Vancouver Startup Week 2025. This event is part of the VSW 2025 calendar and is offered for free to VSW All-Access Pass holders on a first come first served basis (limited number of seats.) Purchase a VSW All-Access Pass here with a code VSWxConvergence20 to get 20% off! ⚠️⚠️
✒️ CONSENT
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You also agree to have registration information shared by the event organizers.
🏢 VENUE INTRO
Convergence is a hub for innovation, alongside its sister companies Pixel Ramen (UX Research & Design) and Giant Leap (Machine Learning as a Service). Together, they craft award-winning digital solutions for businesses and public sector organizations.