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Member Workshop: Attracting Capital for your Small Business

Small Business Week Title sponsor: Alberta Blue Cross
Small Business Week Supporting sponsors: Always Beyond, Chambers Plan, Mastercard, Boom Group

When and where

Date and time

October 14, 2026

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Location

Calgary Chamber Office
Ampersand East, 112 4 Ave SW Suite 410, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0H3, Canada

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About

As part of Small Business Week, join Tailwind Ventures for this Member Workshop designed to help small business owners better understand the funding options available to support growth and expansion.

 

Learn what lenders and investors look for when evaluating a business, how to position your company for funding opportunities and the key considerations to understand before pursuing capital. This practical session will provide valuable insights to help you make informed decisions and prepare for future funding conversations.

 

Whether you’re actively seeking capital or planning for future growth, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to explore funding opportunities and take the next step in your business journey.

 

Available sponsorship levels for the week are outlined HERE. Start the conversation by reaching out to Nicole Claiter, Director, Events & Partnerships at [email protected]


About Tailwind Ventures

Tailwind is a Calgary-based boutique investment bank and Exempt Market Dealer focused on capital raising and M&A for growth-stage companies.

Tailwind’s proven methodology elevates your story from your evidence, to build trust and earn conviction. Tailored for each client’s unique context, our process is anchored by our team’s expertise, deep research and analysis bench strength, and demonstrated outcomes.

Since 2022, Tailwind has facilitated the placement of over C$400 million into early- and growth-stage ventures.

Tickets

  • Member in-person: Complimentary
  • Member Virtual registration: Complimentary

Refund Policy

This is a complimentary event for members; if you are no longer able to attend, please notify us at [email protected]

Presenter

Darren Engels, CPA CA, CFA

Chief Executive Officer | Tailwind Ventures

Darren is the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Tailwind Ventures, a Calgary-based boutique investment bank and Exempt Market Dealer focused on capital raising and M&A for growth-stage companies. 

Darren has over 20 years of business development, strategy, financial and investment experience in a variety of industries and technologies, with a focus on early-stage growth companies. Prior to starting Tailwind in 2018, he worked for a prominent investment bank, where he gained significant knowledge and connections that are now being utilized with Tailwind’s client companies. He holds a Chartered Accountant and a Chartered Financial Analyst designation. Darren finds happiness on two wheels, and while being a professional cyclist is no longer in the cards, he does hope to complete many bike adventures across the world with his two daughters. 

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