For Entrepreneurs Ready to Grow
For Investors Ready to Discover What’s Next
The Kootenay Venture Network (KVN) brings together ambitious entrepreneurs and engaged investors to build connections, strengthen investment readiness and explore opportunities for business growth across the region. Since 2022, KVN has been helping strengthen the Kootenays’ entrepreneurial and investment ecosystem by providing opportunities for learning, networking and meaningful conversations between founders and investors.
Delivered by the Kootenay Association for Science and Technology (KAST), with support from the Discovery Foundation, KVN offers a range of activities designed to build the knowledge, confidence and relationships needed to navigate the investment journey.
Through workshops, investor discussions, pitch opportunities and networking events, KVN helps entrepreneurs better understand how to attract investment while supporting investors in discovering and evaluating emerging businesses.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur exploring your next stage of growth or an investor interested in discovering regional opportunities, KVN provides a place to connect, learn and engage.
Interested in getting involved?
Join the Kootenay Venture Network to stay informed about upcoming events, learning opportunities and ways to participate.
Build your investment readiness, strengthen your pitch and connect with investors and other entrepreneurs who understand the opportunities and challenges of growing a business.
Discover emerging businesses, expand your investment knowledge and connect with entrepreneurs and fellow investors interested in supporting innovation and growth across the Kootenays.
