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Thank you for your interest in the third annual Queens Startup Summit. Since 2013, the Queens Startup Summit has been
uniting the brightest minds from across Canada, to spark and develop a passion for innovation and entrepreneurship through
creating long-lasting relationships and networks.
The Startup Summit is the premier opportunity for young entrepreneurs to refine their ideas and transform them into reality.
It is a fast-paced competition in which delegates proceed in teams to develop their ideas into real ventures, incorporating
aspects of design, technology and science. Through encouraging a cross-functional synergy with a wide variety of passionate
young minds, and providing the mentorship and support of industry professionals, the ventures developed at the Summit are
unparalleled in their calibre of sophistication, innovation and dedication.
The Summit is organized by a group of dedicated undergraduate students at Queens University, with the generous support
of sponsors who share our goal to foster the growth of the next generations innovators and entrepreneurs. It is this support that
enables the Summit to realize its full potential as a platform for the convergence of talent and ideas. The Summit provides a
valuable opportunity to participate in and experience firsthand creativity in action, and the exceptional effort and collaborative
spirit exemplified by our remarkable delegates.
We encourage you to learn more about the Summit, and are honoured to extend this opportunity to interact with some
of todays brightest student innovators and tomorrows leaders. We invite you to look over our sponsorship package and
contact our sponsorship team to bring the best value for your organization. Thank you for your interest in the Queens Startup
Summit, and we look forward to building a relationship with you.
Sincerely,
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ABOUT US
BRINGING TOGETHER THE BRIGHTEST YOUNG MINDS FROM ACROSS CANADA
TO FOSTER INNOVATION, COLLABORATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP.
The Queens Startup Summit is an annual initiative that supports the advancement of student
entrepreneurship, providing an opportunity for top students to collaborate, compete, and realize
their potential. In an environment that fosters creativity and innovation, the Summit brings together
aspiring designers, developers, and startup enthusiasts from all fields of study.
In partnership with the Queens School of Business, the Queens Faculty of Engineering and Applied
Science, and the Queens Innovation Connector, we are thrilled to invite you to participate in a
weekend of fast-paced excitement and recognition of young talent at the 3rd annual Startup Summit.
THE PROCESS
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WHY QSS
EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE
UNIQUE FORMAT
MAXIMIZE VALUE
Establish connections with professionals,
entrepreneurs, and top students from
educational institutions across Canada
Customizable sponsorship levels to ensure the
best fit with your organization
Commitment to a long-lasting relationship with
your organization
A WORLDWIDE PHENOMENON
Similar events have been successfully held
worldwide, including Startup Weekend and
Global Startup Battle
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Network with future innovators and leaders who are chosen through a highly selective
application process.
Represent your organizations brand to over 150 delegates and industry professionals, and
reinforce your organizations presence as an innovative leader in your industry.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Influence, network, and shape the top business & technological leaders of tomorrow.
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PAST SPONSORS
AFFILIATED PARTNERS
FOUNDING PARTNERS
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SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
TITLE
PLATINUM
GOLD
SILVER
BRONZE
$10,000+
$8,000+
$5,000+
$2,000+
$1,000+
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0.5
0.5
BRAND EXPOSURE
Handbook Advertisement (# of pages)
Logo on QSS Website
Logo on Conference Banner & Signage
In-Kind Sponsorship (Delegate Bag)
Delegate Session Room Sponsorship
Conference Break Room Sponsorship
Delegate Name Tag Sponsorship
Branding on Executive Apparel
Branding on Delegate Apparel
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CONTACT US
EXTERNAL RELATIONS DIRECTOR:
Sepehr Taghavi
sepehr.taghavi@startupqueens.org
SPONSORSHIP COORDINATORS:
Michael Corbisiero
michael.corbisiero@startupqueens.org
Serena Li
serena.li@startupqueens.org
Julia Tao
julia.tao@startupqueens.org
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