

SAVCA Calgary Presents: Dilution, Deals, and Dollars: Inside the Cap Table
In today’s startup world, understanding your cap table isn’t optional—it’s essential.
Whether you’re raising your first round or negotiating terms with seasoned investors, the decisions you make around equity can define the future of your company.
Join us for a candid and practical panel discussion that breaks down what every founder, operator, and investor needs to know about dilution, ownership, and deal terms.
We’ll unpack:
How founders can raise capital without losing control
What really happens to your ownership after each funding round
Legal red flags and protections every founder should understand
How investors approach valuation, equity splits, and exits
Real-world lessons from the trenches—what’s worked and what hasn’t
Host: Kartavi Shah, Alberta Lead – SAVCA
Meet the Panelists:
Harish Consul, Founder & CEO of Ocgrow Ventures, known for his investments in global tech unicorns and insights into exponential growth markets.
John-David (JD) D’Souza, Corporate Lawyer at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP, specializes in advising startups, venture investors, and fintech ventures on corporate transactions and crypto-related regulations.
Rahim Nathu, Investor and Life Sciences Ecosystem Builder, known for helping early-stage med-tech startups raise capital—most recently supporting a local company through three funding rounds including a major Series A—and for driving investor engagement across Alberta’s health innovation sector.
This is a must-attend event for South Asian founders, investors, and ecosystem builders who want to sharpen their financial and strategic edge.
Expect tactical advice, honest stories, and real insights.
Event Sponsor: Innovate Calgary