Startup Pitfalls: Avoiding the Top Mistakes First-Time Tech Founders Make
🚀 Avoid the Mistakes That Sink Most Startups
Starting your first company is exciting—but it’s also filled with hidden pitfalls that can cost time, money, and even your entire venture.
On Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 (5:30 PM – 6:30 PM), join us at Trinity Western University’s Richmond (Minoru) campus for an exclusive talk that every aspiring founder should hear:
“Startup Pitfalls: Avoiding the Top Mistakes First-Time Tech Founders Make”
Why this event matters
The startup journey is tough. Many promising ideas never get off the ground due to avoidable errors—rushing into development, overlooking market validation, mishandling equity, or scaling too soon. This seminar will help you spot the red flags early, so you can build smarter and faster without repeating the same costly missteps.
About the Speaker
Kenneth Ip is an active startup advisor and startup community builder. With years of hands-on experience running incubator and accelerator programs, mentoring founders and helping early-stage companies navigate startup launching challenges, Kenneth has seen firsthand what distinguishes successful startups from those that stall.
He’s passionate about equipping the next generation of founders with practical, no-fluff insights that come from real-world trenches.
(Find more about Kenneth’s background on his LinkedIn profile. https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethipcanada/)
What You’ll Learn
✔ The top 5 mistakes that first-time founders consistently make
✔ Why good ideas fail—and how to validate yours before investing too much
✔ The mindset shifts every founder needs to thrive in uncertainty
✔ Actionable steps you can apply immediately to increase your odds of success
Who Should Attend
Aspiring entrepreneurs preparing for their first startup
First-time founders navigating early challenges
Students and professionals curious about launching a venture
Limited Seats – Reserve Yours Today
This is a high-value seminar with limited seating available. If you’re serious about starting a company—or avoiding the mistakes that hold so many back—secure your seat now.
👉 Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward building a startup the smart way!
About the Organizer:
Careerin Tech Society, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to inspire, develop, and support innovators, entrepreneurs, and tech talents.
We aim to connect people in the tech sector and build up the tech ecosystem in the Greater Vancouver area. Our programs and events include Techstars Startup Weekend Vancouver, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Institute, Vancouver Founders Huddle, and Vancouver Tech Community, among others.
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📧 If you are interested in sponsoring, volunteering, please email kenneth.ip@careerin.org
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