Scaling a business within your own backyard is a challenge, but taking that leap into international markets requires a whole new level of strategic precision. From validating your product-market fit in a new territory to navigating the complexities of global logistics and local competition, the “how” and “when” of expansion are critical to your success.

Innovation Factory is excited to offer our clients an exclusive opportunity to connect with Sharn Bassi and the team at Matrix Venture Studios for a dedicated 1:1 consultation. Matrix consists of experienced venture builders who specialize in helping startups move past domestic boundaries and into high-growth international markets. Whether you are currently planning your entry into a new country or are looking to refine your domestic scaling strategy, this is your chance to gain elite-level guidance tailored to your specific venture.

What you’ll learn

These 30-minute virtual slots are designed to be high-impact, offering you a direct line to strategic advice. During your session, you can dive into:

• International market entry: Get practical feedback on your expansion roadmap, including how to prioritize territories and navigate regulatory or cultural nuances.
• Market validation: Ensure your value proposition translates across borders. Discuss techniques for testing your product in new markets before committing significant capital.
• Scaling strategies: Identify the operational “cracks” that often appear during rapid growth and learn how to build a resilient infrastructure that supports global reach.
• Venture building insights: Leverage Matrix’s experience in building and backing successful companies to avoid common pitfalls and move with confidence.

Who should attend

This opportunity is exclusively for Innovation Factory clients who are currently commercialized or approaching market readiness and are actively looking to scale or enter international markets.

How to Book Your Slot

• Date: February 18th
• Timeslots (30-minute virtual slots):
  • 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
  • 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
  • 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
  • 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Please reach out to Greta Black at greta.black@innovationfactory.ca. Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.