McGill Dobson Cup winners and Lean Startup participants Invivo.AI were awarded the Best of the Fest $100,000 Pitch Prize at Startupfest 2018, ushering in a new chapter for the Montreal-based startup whose digital platform optimizes the development and approval of pharmaceutical drugs.
Published on: 20 Jul 2018
It is with sadness that the McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship announces the passing of Angela Burlton, Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship and Accounting on July 12, 2018.
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Published on: 19 Jul 2018
The 2018 McGill X-1 Accelerator program is already in full swing.
Wrapping up its third week, participants learnt the ins and outs of: the business model canvas, startup lifecycles, networking, and how to liaise with a board of directors 鈥� elements that will be crucial to their success as emerging businesses.
Published on: 26 Jun 2018
颅颅颅颅颅Five years since the train derailment that destroyed the downtown of Lac-M茅gantic, Bernard d鈥橝rche, McGill Dobson Cup winner and Director of the region鈥檚 entrepreneurship centre, reflects on the rebuilding efforts and the progress made toward revitalizing its industries, stating that the recent momentum is palpable. 听听
Published on: 26 Jun 2018
Jo毛lle Rondeau, Research Assistant, McGill Centre for the Convergence of Health and Economics (MCCHE)
As part of , the showcased the social impacts of 10 collaborative research projects through an interactive circuit on May 23.
Published on: 20 Jun 2018
Tylenol, Band-Aid, and Neutrogena are just some of the brands that Jill Selick (BCom鈥�02), Founder of Rubix Marketing and McGill Dobson Cup judge has helped market.
She sits down with The Dobson Chronicles to share the insights she has gathered from her career so far, including some advice听for fresh graduates.
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Published on: 18 Jun 2018
With over three decades of experience working in the fashion industry, Debra Margles, President of Michael Kors Canada and McGill Dobson Cup judge, shares some words of wisdom about company growth, day-to-day operations, and how to stay ahead of the competition.听
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Published on: 13 Jun 2018
An article in Les Affaires sheds light on some of the innovative startups, including those affiliated with the McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship, which aim to treat symptoms of depression and other mental health issues.
One such venture includes a mobile application that allows users to monitor their level of anxiety as a means of proactively coping with manic episodes or depression.
Published on: 11 Jun 2018
2018 McGill Dobson Cup winners, Entr, made an appearance on Dragon鈥檚 Den Quebec where they put their negotiating skills to the test.
Through a calm demeanor and thoughtful counteroffering, the duo, comprised of BCom student Marc-Antoine Bonin, was able to clinch a deal that will take their startup to the next level.
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Published on: 4 Jun 2018
Taiga motor founders tapped into a burgeoning market for cleaner alternatives to snowmobiles at just the right time. The Dobson Cup winner sits down with McGill News to share the latest on their growing popularity and plans for rollout.听
On the agenda is extending the snowmobile鈥檚 battery life, a product launch for the general public in 2020, and translating their technology to other power sport applications.
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Published on: 24 May 2018
Jeff Speak, Chairman at Cimpl and long-time Dobson Cup judge, reflects on the people and formative moments in his life that led him to pursue a career in entrepreneurship.
In his present role, he is adamant about the importance of listening when making key decisions.
As he says, 鈥淵ou become wiser when you don鈥檛 talk. By listening, you can get more data points to help you make your decisions.鈥�
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Published on: 16 May 2018
On the 5th of April, the McGill Dobson Centre for Entrepreneurship was once again alive and vibrant with the culmination of the McGill Dobson Cup 2018 powered by National Bank and the announcement of the year鈥檚 winners. This year, 84 teams competed in the Semi-Finals听round with the top 40 teams moving forward into the听Finals on March 28th 2018.
Published on: 8 May 2018
By Jo毛lle Rondeau, Research Assistant, McGill Centre for the Convergence of Health and Economics
Published on: 27 Apr 2018
By Jo毛lle Rondeau, Research Assistant, McGill Centre for the Convergence of Health and Economics
On the evening of March 21, 2018, McGill students and entrepreneurs from diverse horizons gathered at , a collaborative space dedicated to entrepreneurship and social innovation in Montreal鈥檚 Mile-Ex neighbourhood.
Published on: 27 Apr 2018
Winner of the 2016 McGill Dobson Cup, Taiga Motors, is busier than ever these days. As they prepare to release the world's first electric snowmobile in 2019, their zero-emission product is sure to revolutionize the popular winter activity. 听
Taiga Motors co-founder, Samuel Bruneau is adamant that the tech will soon make it a perfect recreation tool, envisioning trailside chargers for tour operators and at warming huts and cabins.
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Published on: 25 Apr 2018
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