The Top 24 have been selected. The journey to the Summit has begun!
The Okanagan Angel Summit’s angel investor group has been busy meeting to review applications and select this year’s Top 24. The companies selected will participate in the Quarter Finals where they deliver a 3-minute pitch followed by a 3-minutes of Q&A with the investor group. The 31 participating investors have already evaluated and refined the list from over 40 participating companies to the Top 24. They will continue to meet week over week as they narrow down to the top startups that will pitch at the finale on May 23 for an investment of up to $200,000.
This is the 6th annual Summit, and the caliber of companies increases each year. This year’s top 24 is a dynamic set of companies working to solve unique challenges in a variety of sectors including; wildfire prevention, mental health, data analytics, and content creation.
Read on to meet this year’s quarter-finalists.
Above Sensing Ltd.
Trail, BC
Vadim Stolyarov, Founder
We accelerate critical decision-making through the delivery of state-of-the-art aerial data and AI-driven analytics, revolutionizing management practices across land, environment, and infrastructure.
BeyondGPT Ltd.
Kelowna, BC
Mike Ball, CEO
BeyondGPT is a generative AI for real-time operational data.
BlossomEV
Abbotsford, BC
Kevin Brett, CEO
BlossomEV, the ‘Airbnb of EV charging, connects EV drivers with private residential chargers, offering unparalleled access and convenience in areas lacking public options. Beyond facilitating easy access and the ability to reserve chargers, BlossomEV fosters a community of EV enthusiasts, enhancing the EV experience in a way competitors simply can’t match.
Concepts3D
Kelowna, BC
Barry Mills, CEO
Concepts 3D is has developed a resin-based 3D printer that reduces stress, saves time, and makes you more money.
“As a proud Okanagan local, my journey in fashion began right here in this vibrant community. Now, armed with skills honed, I’m returning to seek investment for my very own brand. It’s a full-circle moment that fills me with excitement and gratitude.”
Crewjoy
Mission, BC
Mark Klassen, CEO
Using human-centric data, AI-powered technology, and a truly people-first approach, Crewjoy is creating a new way to do work. Assemble teams that perform better. Build a culture that draws talent. Lead teams that thrive.
Cybird
Penticton, BC
Mangesh, CEO & Founder
Cybird offers essential cybersecurity for families and small businesses, blending AI-powered protection with easy setup across all devices. With advanced parental controls and PhishDefender for immediate phishing threats, we ensure safety and peace of mind in an increasingly digital world.
DOUBL Manufacturing Ltd.
Vernon, BC
Jessica Bosman, CEO & Founder
DOUBL is the first to market made-to-measure bra that is ordered and fitted directly from her smartphone in her living room.
Durendal Resources
Vancouver, BC
Colby Mintram, CEO
Durendal is developing the integrated operating system for the discovery of metals critical to human development.
“I’m thrilled to be at this year’s summit, kicking off Made Live’s fundraising with a bang and connecting with top investors and potential partners. I’m excited to showcase how we’re innovating self-publishing right here in the Okanagan and can’t wait to dive into the opportunities to fuel our growth and make a lasting impact.”
EntheoTech Bioscience Inc.
Kelowna, BC
Fraser Johnston, CEO
EntheoTech helps people suffering from mental health conditions discover their joy and natural state of well-being with transformative therapeutic experiences
FireSwarm
Squamish, BC
Alex Deslauriers, CEO
FireSwarm Solutions Inc. delivers cutting-edge drone technology, automated fire suppression services, and logistics in an end-to-end solution for government, industry and special interest groups.
InHub Farms
Armstrong, BC
Patrick Lemieux, CEO and Isabela Lemieux, COO
Leveraging cutting-edge automation and robotics, InHub Farms is elevating the ancient Japanese art of mushroom cultivation. Our mission is to displace subpar imported commodities with locally-sourced, premium-branded mushrooms, drawing interest from major wholesalers. At InHub Farms, we’re offering consumers an unparalleled experience with mushrooms like never before.
Jora AI
Coldstream, BC
Cameron Long, CTO
Jora AI is on a mission to empower lawyers in the real estate industry with artificial intelligence.
Loba Wellness Inc.
Vancouver, BC
Kate Bouchard, CEO & Founder
Loba is innovating health and wellness by modernizing traditional pill and supplement management through technology and the psychology of building healthy habits. They’re building a tech-powered platform that includes a vision for SaaS and data and information that will support users on their health journey, while solving industry painpoints.
MadeLive
Coldstream
Karen Richard, CEO & Co-Founder
For visual book authors in need of affordable and accessible publishing options, Made Live provides a comprehensive SaaS platform that streamlines the journey, enabling them to bring visual stories to life with ease.
Modern Farmgate Inc.
Summerland, BC
Kristi Wray, CEO
An online gateway that supports farmers and suppliers with the marketing skills, network and growth they need to sell and deliver directly to their community.
Oomax
British Columbia
Dan Swayze, President
Leverage the Oomax platform to offer your learning content to very different audiences with different identity management needs and do it all while reducing workload.
“Crewjoy is pumped to participate in the Summit. Winning would be great, but we joined to get better connected to the Okanagan tech ecosystem. It’s a thriving community, and Accelerate Okanagan is at its heart!”
Origen Air
Victoria, BC
Susan Blanchet, CEO & Founder
Origen Air, a Canadian women-owned company, offers innovative air purification solutions that utilize genetically enhanced plants to reduce human-made toxins from the air while supporting climate change initiatives.
Perfectly Snug
Vancouver, BC
Marty Furse, CEO and Jason Elliott, President
Perfectly Snug provides better sleep with our bed climate control system, the Smart Topper.
Propra
Calgary, BC
Al-Karim Khimji, Co-founder & CEO and Craig Adam, Co-founder & CTO
Propra automates residential property management so owners can focus on growth and unlock wealth.
Pulse
Kelowna, BC
Raphael Mwachiti, CEO
Pulse is redefining the limits of visual impairment by merging advanced object detection with AI-driven sensory feedback for enhanced environmental awareness and personal independence.
Remoose Interactive Inc.
Kelowna, BC
Nicole Thompson, CEO
Remoose is on a mission is to harness the power of people by democratizing content creation. Through developing decentralized, lightweight, easy to use software solutions. We are dedicated to empowering creativity. And, cultivating genuine and authentic connection between people and the brands they love.
Signalytic
Kelowna, BC
Nico Christofi, CEO
Signalytic is unlocking the potential of Africa’s last mile health facilities.
skiKrumb
Westbank, BC
Keith MacIntyre, CEO
skiKrumb is the world’s first and only radio-enabled GPS tracker designed for ski resorts. With live updates every 10 seconds on an interactive 3d map, skiKrumb gives peace of mind that you know where your loved ones are while on the slopes.
VersaFile
Nelson, BC
Sean Fitzpatrick, CEO and Darren Peloso, CTO
Versafile’s product, Docuflow, connects any document with your SAP solution, processes, and cloud storage systems to save time and costs through automation.
If you are just learning about our Okanagan Angel Summit, it is an 8-week program where accredited investors are introduced to the world of angel investing through a guided, hands-on process where a small venture capital fund is raised, deals are screened, and an actual investment in a company is made. This process provides the participating companies with additional training leading up to the Finale where they with a chance to learn how businesses are vetted, perform due diligence, and make improvements on their pitch week.
For tickets and more information on the Okanagan Angel Summit visit www.okgnangelsummit.com.
