Capital with purpose is shaping Alberta’s innovation economy. This session brings together foundations and funds supporting mission-aligned ventures in life sciences. Learn how venture philanthropy is evolving, where it’s investing, and how to engage.
Panelists:
Pete Santosham, Executive Director of Seed Funds (UCeed) at Innovate Calgary
Erika Maravei, Senior Philanthropy Officer at Alberta Cancer Foundation & Board Director, Branch Out Neurological Foundation
Kevin Melanson, Vice President, International Health and Social Impact at The Brenda Strafford Foundation
Moderator:
Crystal Phillips, Sr. Director, Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund at Calgary Economic Development
Location
Platform
407 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 2K7, Canada
Main Stage