Events

Learn from experts. Grow with peers.

Workshops, networking evenings, webinars and pitch nights — designed for the challenges new businesses actually face.

Upcoming

Event calendar

07Oct
Workshop
6:00 – 8:00 PMNBDC Studio

Financial Foundations for Founders

Bookkeeping, cash flow and tax essentials every new owner must master.

14Oct
Networking
5:30 – 8:00 PMThe Rooftop, Downtown

Founders & Funders Evening

Meet local lenders, angels and fellow founders over an evening reception.

20Oct
Webinar
12:00 – 1:00 PMOnline

Marketing on a Startup Budget

Practical, low-cost tactics to win your first 100 customers online.

04Nov
Workshop
10:00 AM – 12:00 PMNBDC Studio

Registering Your Business, Step by Step

Choose the right structure, file with the state and get your EIN — all in one morning.

18Nov
Pitch
6:00 – 9:00 PMInnovation Hall

Pitch Night: Fall Showcase

Eight member companies pitch to a panel of investors for a $25,000 grant prize.

02Dec
Webinar
12:00 – 1:00 PMOnline

Year-End Tax Planning for New Businesses

Deductions, deadlines and records to organise before your first tax season.

10Dec
Networking
6:00 – 9:00 PMHarbor Club

Members' Year-End Celebration

Celebrate the year's wins with the NBDC community, partners and mentors.

Members onlyRegister
13Jan
Workshop
9:00 AM – 1:00 PMNBDC Studio

Hiring Your First Employee

Payroll, contracts, compliance and building a culture from day one.

28Jan
Pitch
2:00 – 5:00 PMNBDC Studio

Pitch Practice Lab

Rehearse your pitch and get candid feedback from investors and advisors.

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