The Canadian Technology Accelerator (Digital Tech) is a five-month program run by the Canadian Consulate General in New York that helps high-potential tech SMEs in: Ad Tech | FinTech | Big Data Analytics | Software-as-a-Service | E-commerce | Online Content What we do: The Canadian Technology Accelerator connects Canadian tech companies to new clients, strategic partners and investors. We help businesses land key clients, expand their…
MaRS Discovery District and London Hydro announced today the launch of a new collection of electricity management apps for Ontarians. These applications, developed and owned by existing innovative businesses and budding entrepreneurs, are part of the second phase of the Ontario Green Button Connect My Data pilot. The Green Button standard provides Ontarians with direct…
Researchers at Lawson Health Research Institute are conducting a clinical trial, called the SOLO-1 trial, to test the efficacy of a new drug for women with advanced ovarian cancer. Dr. Jacob McGee, Gynaecology Oncologist, and his colleagues at the London Regional Cancer Program at London Health Sciences Centre hope the drug will help delay or…
Voices.com and RaceRoster, two TechAlliance members currently participating in the Canadian Technology Accelerator program in New York City, were recently featured on CBC. See the CEO of Voices.com, David Ciccarelli, and Alex Vander Hoeven, CEO of RaceRoster, talk about how different things are in the Big Apple, and also the new opportunities they have access…
The monthly member spotlight is an opportunity to learn more about a leader at one of our member companies and showcase the work they are doing. This month, we spotlight Jordan Morris, Producer and Project Developer at WARPAINT Media Inc. Learn more about WARPAINT Media Inc. in our member directory. Name: Jordan Morris Title: Producer/Project Developer Company: WARPAINT…
Presenting yourself effectively is an essential tool in the business arena. A well-executed elevator pitch can, and will make sales, help generate capital, and lead to valuable partnerships. The 60-Second Pitch Competition, allows TechAlliance members and the community at large to learn this important skill that we consider essential to growing a business. The initiative…
Digital marketing agency ATMOS Marketing and the eCommerce development division of Inspiratica have merged to become Northern Commerce. Northern is the fastest growing full-service eCommerce agency in Canada, with a combined team of over 40 employees that’s expected to reach 80 within a year. ATMOS Marketing and Inspiratica’s existing clients will now enjoy access to…
Voices.com, the go-to online marketplace for voice-over, is pleased to announce a $2 million working capital investment from BDC Capital. The company will use this capital to acquire additional space, tools, and hire more people to maintain momentum as it is working to solidify its leading market position. “As we continue to expand our team…
Voices.com‘s cross-platform mobile apps have given its dual-sided customer base of international voice over talent and business clients access to the award-winning marketplace on the go. With the recent release of Apple Watch, Voices.com is proud to announce the launch of its newest app offering for this exciting new platform. Voices.com’s Apple Watch app will…
We talked to Rachel Berdan and David Billson of Ellipsis Digital (formerly rTraction) and Engine SevenFour about their decision to rebrand, what it means for their clients, and how they can work more efficiently as an organization as a result.