Building a physical product comes with a unique set of challenges, from navigating complex supply chains to securing the right specialized funding. If you are a founder or innovator developing connected products, moving from a brilliant concept to a scalable, manufacturable reality requires more than just a good idea—it requires a strategic roadmap.

NeuronicWorks Inc., invites you to a practical, half-day session during Toronto Tech Week focused on the realities of building hardware in Canada. Discover how to bridge the gap between early-stage design and full-scale production while leveraging the support systems available within our regional innovation ecosystem.

What you’ll learn

This event is designed to provide actionable insights into the hardware lifecycle. In this session, you’ll walk away with:

• Manufacturing decision-making: Understand the critical steps involved in moving from a concept to a product that is ready for the factory floor.
• Non-dilutive funding pathways: Identify specific government funding programs and grants tailored for Canadian hardware startups.
• Intellectual property strategies: Learn how to protect your physical product innovations with IP strategies designed for technical companies.
• Scaling through local expertise: Discover how to navigate the Canadian manufacturing landscape and build technical products sustainably.

For startups in the hardware space, the stakes are high, and the “cost of failure” in physical production can be significant. This event matters because it connects founders with the technical expertise and funding knowledge needed to reduce risk and accelerate time-to-market.

Who should attend

• Early-stage founders and entrepreneurs building hardware or connected devices.
• Technical innovators looking to refine their manufacturing and IP strategies.
• Builders and investors interested in the Canadian hardware and mobility landscape.

Meet the speakers

• Titu Botos, CEO and Founder, NeuronicWorks Inc.: A seasoned expert in product development, Titu leads one of Canada’s premier design houses, helping innovators turn complex ideas into functional products.
• Mustafa Jaffer, Industrial Technology Advisor, NRC IRAP: Mustafa provides strategic guidance on government funding and technical advisory services to help startups grow through innovation.
• Tony Orsi, Principal, Smart & Biggar: Tony specializes in patent strategy and IP protection, ensuring that technical companies can secure their competitive edge.