As a founder, finding the time to hunt for these connections can feel like a secondary full-time job. To support your growth, LSO is collaborating with McMaster Innovation Park (MIP) to host Office Hours, a dedicated initiative designed to bring provincial expertise directly to your doorstep. Join for an individual session to gain high-level insights into the life sciences landscape and discover how to align your business objectives with the right opportunities.

What you’ll learn:

• Identify potential funding pathways and provincial resources tailored to your stage of growth.
• Refine your brand positioning and audience engagement strategies within the healthcare and research sectors.
• Navigate the life sciences ecosystem with a clearer understanding of key stakeholders and strategic partners.
• Discuss your specific business goals in a 1:1 setting to receive personalized, actionable feedback.

For startups in the Hamilton and Halton regions, access to Life Sciences Ontario (LSO) represents a vital link to the broader provincial economy. This pilot program fosters a stronger innovation ecosystem by lowering the barriers between founders and the strategic advice they need to scale.

Who should attend

• Early-stage and scaling life science founders located at McMaster Innovation Park.
• Biotech and medtech entrepreneurs seeking guidance on funding and ecosystem navigation.
• Business development professionals looking to enhance their company’s provincial network.

Meet the speaker

Andy Donovan, Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Life Sciences Ontario (LSO)

Andy brings over 30 years of expertise in business development, consulting, and fundraising. He is known for a highly collaborative approach, focusing on connecting organizations with the specific partners and networks needed to drive both financial and non-financial success.

How to Book

This opportunity is available to all companies across MIP, and we encourage you to take advantage of this chance to tap into LSO’s network and expertise.

If you’re interested in booking a 1:1 meeting, please email Andy directly at [email protected].

The first session will take place on Friday, April 17 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, in MIP office suite 101A (The Atrium, 175 Longwood Rd S).