Every A100 member plays a role in growing world-class tech and innovation leaders.
Why join the A100?
The A100 is the place to be for outperforming tech founders, operators, investors and leaders. Informed by our own experience, we understand the value of connections, networks, mentorship and peer guidance, and are committed to paying that experience forward.
Our Charter Members are some of the most successful tech founders and investors in Western Canada who have deep knowledge, networks and resources to share (and receive perks that are exclusive to Charter Members). A100 Associate Members are well on their way to building ‘the next big thing’, and they benefit from learning from those who’ve already been down that path as well as peers who are 3-9 months ahead or behind in their startup journeys. January 1 onboarding application deadline: December 8, 2023.
The A100 is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
We have made it a priority to do our part to help eliminate discrimination and promote opportunity equity and inclusion with regards to age, disability, gender identity or gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation within our membership and throughout the broader tech community.
Connecting leaders
Via the A100 Community platform, access outperforming leaders in your private Groups, Forums and Direct Messaging who can share new opportunities and ideas, and help you with real-world founder and operator advice.
Exclusive experiences
Level-up your journey with exclusive events and experiences tailored to A100 Members including Lunch + Learns, Member Socials, Advising Roundtables, Private Dinners, Masterclasses, and more.
Building momentum
Discover and participate in deal flow opportunities that have a positive impact and long-term value.
Qualifications to join
To qualify as an A100 Charter or Associate Member, applicants must have the experience, commitment and network to help grow the tech and innovation community in Western Canada.
Charter Membership
Applicants must meet this criteria:
- Have scaled a technology-focused business headquartered in Alberta, British Columbia, or Saskatchewan that has used its proprietary technology as a source of competitive advantage
- Provide referrals from two (2) current A100 Charter Members
- Are committed to engaging in A100 programs and our communities in an inclusive, respectful and professional manner
- Have founded or operated a technology-focused company with significant market cap reflective of industry
- Have generated annual revenues of at least $5 Million (CAD)
- Have successfully exited their technology company
- Have the interest and capacity to provide quality advice to fellow A100 Members and throughout the tech and innovation community
- Maintain a broad network of contacts and be willing to leverage it for the benefit of the broader A100 community
- Participate in A100 events such as Advising Roundtables, Member Socials, Lunch + Learns, and more.
Associate Membership
Eligibility for Associate Membership is as follows:
- Must be a founder (or C-level) of a scaling technology-focused startup based in Alberta, British Columbia or Saskatchewan
- Applications must include a referral from one current A100 Charter Member
- Have the interest and capacity to provide peer advice to fellow A100 Associate Members
- Maintain a broad network of contacts and be willing to leverage it for the benefit of the broader A100 community
- Participate in A100 events such as Advising Roundtables, Member Socials, Lunch + Learns, and more.
Steps to become an A100 Member
The A100 Board of Directors review applications based on merit and how they meet the A100’s by-laws and requirements. The committee maintains the right to not extend an offer of admission to all applicants.
- Online application
- Candidate application review by A100
- A100 Board ratifies successful candidates
- New member onboarding