September 16

We’re at a pivotal moment in software development. As technology evolves, it’s time to focus on a new generation of products—where platform engineering, modern data, product ownership, and user experience design converge to transform how we build, manage, and own software.

This exclusive workshop for CIOs and CTOs explores how these advancements are reshaping the industry and the future of every stage of development.

September 17

We’re kicking off the fall season with purpose! Join us at MNP Tower for an evening that brings together the brightest minds in tech.

Member Showcase – See select members present their groundbreaking tech.

AI Workshop – Nathan Yeung live-demonstrates how to integrate AI into your business, with real-time solutions for two Acetech companies.

Networking & Happy Hour – Build relationships with leaders, partners, and peers.

September 23

Join our next Stormy Story session, Kean Graham, Founder & CEO of MonetizeMore, will share how he lost his master Google account (and millions in revenue) in a single blow and how he rebuilt a stronger, global company serving publishers in 40+ countries.

This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s the real story of grit, bounce-back, and the lessons only hard knocks can teach.

October 6
An evening of truth, leadership, and connection. Acetech invites you to a special fireside chat with Mayor Ken Sim. He’ll share the hard lessons from his founder days, and tackle the tough questions about Vancouver’s future as a tech city.

Stick around for networking and happy hour, hosted by Fasken. This is more than an event — it’s a conversation about where we’re going next as a community.

October 16

Canada’s MedTech innovators are building world-class solutions. Just look at companies like WELL Health Technologies, Zymeworks, and QHR Technologies  pioneering digital health, cutting-edge therapeutics, and EMR platforms , yet many CEOs will tell you: selling into our healthcare system is so much harder than breaking into Europe or the U.S.

This event will unpack the systemic hurdles, contradictions, and opportunities of “Buy Canadian” in today’s procurement environment and spotlight what needs to change.

July to December

BC tech founders: Ready to grow from $250K to $1M+? Join Acetech’s 6-month in-person growth program, backed by The Discovery Foundation.

Get tactical support, expert-led sessions, and peer mentorship to help you scale smarter faster. Limited to 20 spots!

April 13-15

Join us at the breathtaking Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort for Acetech’s flagship event the Leadership Retreat.

For over 30+ years, this exclusive gathering has united the minds shaping BC’s tech future: growth-stage CEOs, senior leaders, and world-renowned thinkers. Expect high-impact keynotes. Strategic deep dives. Unfiltered peer conversations. Stay tuned. Spots are limited and this is one you won’t want to miss.

July 23

Business storms don’t wait for perfect timing and every founder has weathered at least one.
This isn’t about theory. It’s about what actually happened.

Join Geoff Dittrich (Ink LLP), Angela Robertson (Acetech), and fellow members for a casual, confidential circle on the patio. We’ll unpack tough moments we’ve all faced and how we got through them.

July 22

Join Christopher Munroe, Partner at Roper Greyell, for an off-the-record breakfast designed for founders navigating today’s toughest legal challenges.

From AI use policies to contract fine print, we’ll crowdsource your most pressing legal questions in advance, so every moment of this session is shaped by you. 

June 11

Search is changing fast and most companies aren’t ready. What happens when your customers stop Googling and start asking ChatGPT instead? If your brand isn’t showing up in AI-driven answers, you’re invisible.

June 4

With Web Summit in town, Acetech is hosting an exclusive CEO social an intimate evening for connection, conversation, and community with BC’s top tech leaders. Members only. Limited seats. Join us for great conversations, drinks, and a relaxed evening with fellow tech leaders.

May 20

Join Shannon Byrne Susko for a high-impact workshop. This session is designed for CEOs and leadership teams ready to align, accelerate, and grow with proven frameworks and fresh insights on everything from leadership to AI-powered cash flow. Walk away with practical tools you can implement immediately to scale with confidence.

May 8

Join AI strategist Manuj Aggarwal and Carles Safont Rodrigo for a tactical session on applying AI in your business and accessing non-dilutive funding to accelerate growth.

This eventt is for founders and leaders ready to learn how to apply AI to real business problems and which funding programs can fuel your innovation.

April 3 -7

The premier gathering for BC’s tech CEOs and founders. Join us for a high-impact day of connection, candid conversations, and leadership insight.

From scaling strategies to personal growth, the Acetech Leadership Summit is where bold ideas meet real-world experience designed to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and intention.

March 15

Ready to master the art of quick, strategic decisions? Join Chris Hardwick for a hands-on workshop for leaders ready to take bold, calculated action. You’ll walk away with tools for smarter risk-taking, strategies to build a fearless culture and goal-setting tactics that drive results.

February 15

Join fellow CXOs for a candid morning conversation with Keith Bailey, former CFO of Galvanize (acquired for $1B). Over coffee and conversation, Keith will share the top 10 capital must-dos for 2025 from non-dilutive funding strategies to maximizing financial readiness in a shifting market.