Pitching With Purpose : Stories of selling your vision
What if your next big idea wasn’t just heard, but truly felt?
Join Embark, TWU's Venture Incubator for an evening where stories take center stage, not spreadsheets. "Pitching with Purpose" is a relaxed, community-driven event where students, entrepreneurs, and mentors come together to share authentic tales of pitching, whether it was to a boardroom, a friend, a skeptical investor, or even a stranger on the street.
Instead of formal pitch decks and buzzwords, this event is about the "real moments": the unexpected rejections, the hilarious stumbles, the breakthrough wins and the lessons that stuck. No stuffy suits or TED Talk pressure, just human stories and wisdom through experience.
Co-hosted with Chris Sturges from Fired Up Events Ltd and ValleyTec
🎤 Our Experts:
Aaron Stuart, CEO at VANTEC Angel Network, leads one of the largest communities of angel investors in British Columbia’s tech startup ecosystem. Having witnessed countless pitches, he will be sharing his insights at this event to help every participant understand how to craft a compelling pitch.
Wayne Fraser, CEO of Our2Souls, has 25+ years guiding entrepreneurs to pitch towards success. He shares proven strategies and candid stories to help you shine in high-stakes moments.
✨ What to Expect
Hear unfiltered tales from the pitching frontlines
Learn practical strategies to craft pitches that resonate
Connect with a diverse community of innovators
Engage in creative activities to spark your own pitch ideas
Start with artisanal snacks, a fun sticky-note challenge and other activities to spark meaningful conversations. End with exclusive speaker Q&A, personalised feedback and connections to grow your network.
🗓️ When: Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PDT
📍 Where: Robert G Kuhn Building, Room 106, Trinity Western University, 22500 University Dr, Langley Twp, BC V2Y 1Y1
🎟 Tickets: Limited to 40 spots
Join us to transform your pitch into a story that inspires action. Let’s make your ideas unforgettable!