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Kitchener entrepreneur builds tech startup to connect Black clients with trusted hair care
Friday, July 11, 2025
Kitchener entrepreneur Aileen Agada created BeBlended to make it easier for Black clients to find hairstylists…
From Panels to Patents: How Axe Buildings is Solving Housing Affordability—And Protecting the Blueprint
Friday, May 30, 2025
When Xavier Toby founded Axe Buildings, he wasn’t chasing trends—he was trying to crack one of the most…
From EV Charger Headaches to Scaling with Confidence: How SWTCH Energy Used IP to Fuel Their Growth
Friday, May 30, 2025
SWTCH Energy Inc. is on a mission to make EV charging accessible for everyone—especially in places where…
Building a borderless workforce: DOZR’s expansion with Outposts
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
DOZR, a fully remote Canadian tech company helping contractors rent heavy equipment online, is embracing…
Building, Protecting, and Scaling: How Elevate IP Fueled Alchemy Success
Monday, March 31, 2025
Alchemy, a company that specializes in nanotechnology solutions for automotive and defence applications,…
From Classroom to Cutting-Edge: How NerView Scaled With Elevate IP
Monday, March 31, 2025
NerView is a cutting-edge medtech startup focused on improving surgical outcomes by reducing accidental…
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