Business Development Toronto

Toronto Build an AI Publishing Business

**Build a Scalable AI Publishing Business – Ebook Income Masterclass** Publishing ebooks with AI is one of the most scalable, lowest-overhead businesses you can build right now. This masterclass shows you how to go from idea to income — fast, and at scale. Connect with other founders and builders who are turning AI into income. Real people, real results, real conversations. Register below to confirm your place — RSVP is not your ticket in. ### [CLAIM YOUR PLACE](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEbookBusiness?city=Toronto&groupurlname=growth-mindset-business-circle&startgmtdatetime=2026-08-09T22:00:00Z) --- What's covered: - Formatting and listing strategies that drive real sales - A publishing pipeline that runs on near-autopilot across multiple platforms - The passive income model that keeps earning long after you publish Write once, earn forever — this masterclass gives you the system to make it real.

Meetup Event: Business Builders & Job Seekers — Coffee + Clarity Session

I get a lot of messages from people who want to connect for different reasons—partnerships, potential investment, help building a leveraged business model, or job opportunities. This meet-up is a casual but **structured** way to meet in person, quickly understand what you’re working on, and determine clear next steps. ### **📍 Location** **Second Cup** 4841 Yonge St · North York, ON ### **🕓 Time** **Aug 20th, 2026** **6:00 PM – 9:00 PM** *** ## **💵 Attendance Fee (Important)** * **Free for job seekers only** (if your primary purpose is employment. Please message me on the Meetup Platform). * **$10 for business-related attendance**, including: * business model feedback / guidance * partnership discussions * investment-related conversations * strategic support / “how do I move forward?” planning *If you’re coming for both job + business advice, it’s considered business-related and the $10 applies.* *** ## **✅ RSVP (Required)** Please RSVP so I can plan seating and manage time fairly for everyone. *** ## **What this meet-up is (and isn’t)** **This is an intro + screening session** designed to: * meet you briefly * clarify your direction * identify fit * suggest the next best step **This is not** a full consulting session, a guaranteed job interview, or a promise of investment/partnership. Those decisions happen after follow-up, if there’s a fit. *** ## **Format / Timeboxing** To keep it fair, conversations will be **timeboxed (approximately 5–10 minutes per person)** depending on turnout. You may stay and listen to other discussions. *** ## **What to bring (typed + prepared)** ### **If you want help with a business model** Bring a **typed 1-page plan** (rough is fine) including: * what the business does * who the customer is * how it makes money * what you’ve done so far * what you need help with right now ### **If you’re looking for a job** Bring **two printed copies** of your resume. ### **If you want to partner with me** Bring a **typed outline** including: * your concept (clear + simple) * **your responsibilities** (what you will personally do each week) * **your expectation of my responsibilities** * what success looks like (timeline + goals) ### **If you’re seeking investment (or want to discuss it)** Bring a **typed summary** including: * what traction you have (sales/users/LOIs/partnerships—anything real) * how much capital you’re seeking * exactly how the funds would be used * why you’re the person/team to execute *** If this sounds like you, join me at **Second Cup on Aug 20th from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM**. If you are looking for a job, please use the meetup messaging feature to message me and I will add you to the event.

[Click link for tickets] BR21 AI for Small & Medium Business Owners

Promo code: **LUNCHLEARNVIP (select non-member and apply coupon code)** Get Tickets Here: [https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLN3RJDD1RNR6/checkout/GYLLH57O4AOHVI4PDIBLPRJF](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLN3RJDD1RNR6/checkout/GYLLH57O4AOHVI4PDIBLPRJF) BR21 Lunch & Learn Series: **AI for Small & Medium Business Owners** **Event Details** **Date:** Tuesday, August 18, 2026 **Time:** 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. **Location:** JC's Grill House – Park Inn by Radisson 555 Cochrane Dr, Markham, ON L3R 8E3 **Parking:** Free on-site parking. **Lunch & Learn + Networking** What You'll Walk Away With: \- How AI grows revenue AND reduces costs \- How to prompt AI so it understands your business \- Build your first AI Agent \- live on stage \- Connect AI to your real business data \- Your first practical steps starting the same day **Registration & Payment**: $28.00. HST Included (Includes a light catered meal, bring your laptop to follow along with our demos) **Questions?** Contact Patrick at 1-833-487-4667 for more information.

Meet 'n Chill for Tech Talk - Summer Slam

Let's meetup for some casual food and drink. Talk some Tech and Business and meet new contacts. Feel free to share the latest projects you are working on. Or just make some new friends to kick back within this great city.

GTApreneurs' August 25, 2026 Annual Summer Business Networking Party

Toronto Founders and Entrepreneurs Networking at 5 Elements Espresso Bar

Join the Toronto Founders Hub every other Saturday at 3:30pm for our regular meetup at 5 Elements Espresso Bar. Sit down with other entrepreneurs to network and discuss business ideas or strategies. \- Broaden your network \- Get critical feedback \- Socialize in low pressure setting I look forward to seeing you!

Ecommerce Founders Dinner 🥂🍽️ Ecom Network x Chatbase

***Registration/application required on Luma:*** https://luma.com/ecomto2608b?utm_source=meetup \-\-\- Join Ecom Network and Chatbase for a special founder’s dinner bringing together a curated group of founders from established ecommerce brands for an evening of exceptional food, meaningful conversations, and valuable connections. ​🍷 **Dinner and drinks are fully complimentary, courtesy of Chatbase.** ​Hosted at one of Toronto’s premier waterfront restaurants, this intimate dinner is designed for founders actively scaling and expanding ecommerce businesses. Rather than traditional networking, expect honest conversations with experienced peers tackling the same challenges - from customer acquisition and retention to operations, AI, customer experience, hiring, and sustainable growth. ## ​**About Chatbase** ​[Chatbase ](www.chatbase.co)is the platform for building customer-facing AI agents across support, sales, and outreach. It helps companies create on-brand AI experiences that stay consistent across every customer touchpoint - from website chat to email, messaging, and beyond. ## ​**Why Attend?** ​✨ Meet a carefully curated group of founders from established ecommerce brands. ​🤝 Build meaningful relationships with peers who understand the realities of scaling an ecommerce business. ​💡 Share practical insights on AI, ecommerce, marketing, operations, customer experience, and growth. ​🍽️ Enjoy an incredible waterfront dining experience at Queens Harbour, courtesy of Chatbase. ​**Space is intentionally limited to encourage meaningful conversations.**

Toronto’s Largest Ecommerce Networking Event – Entrepreneurs Social ✨🎉

***Tickets must be purchased in advance:*** https://luma.com/ecomTO2608?utm_source=meetup ***(limited early bird & discounted tickets available)*** \-\-\- ​Surround yourself with top ecommerce founders and operators at one of the city’s trendiest venues. 🚀 Hosted by the Ecom Network, this high-energy night brings together people actively building and scaling real businesses. ​Enjoy meaningful conversations on growth strategies and AI-powered workflows, alongside great drinks 🍸, curated music 🎶, and a room full of ambitious people looking to grow faster and smarter. 💡🤝 ​ [Follow us on Instagram @Ecomnetworking](https://instagram.com/ecomnetworking) \-\-\- **🤝 Proud Community Partner** ***​We're excited to partner with Alibaba.com as our Community Partner for this event!*** **​[Accio Work](https://www.accio.com/work?src=p_kol_ecomnetworkTO&utm_source=luma)** is the AI infrastructure for multiplatform ecommerce operations, integrating directly with Alibaba.com, the world's leading B2B marketplace, to automate sourcing and procurement. Built on 26 years of global trade intelligence, Accio Work's autonomous AI agents handle repetitive tasks like finding suppliers and negotiating deals, allowing ecommerce businesses to focus on growing their brands. \-\-\- **​​Who is this event for?** This event is suitable for all online sellers - whether you run a Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brand on Shopify, sell on Amazon (FBA), Etsy, eBay, Walmart, or manage a store on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.​ — **Event Highlights** **✨ Network in a Vibrant Setting** We’ve secured a dedicated section at at the venue just for our group. Enjoy meaningful conversations and great vibes while connecting with fellow entrepreneurs. We kindly ask that you support the venue by purchasing at least one drink or food item. **Share Your Story** Building a brand, product, or project? Looking for partners, feedback, or fresh ideas? This is your chance to introduce yourself and spark valuable connections in the ecommerce community. **Learn and Grow** Exchange insights on scaling, marketing, operations, and sales with fellow ecommerce founders. Many past attendees have walked away with partnerships, new clients, and fresh ideas - one conversation could be the start of something big. — **Dress code: Smart/Business casual** — Have questions or suggestions? ​Feel free to reach out to the organizers! ​We can’t wait to see you (again)! — *Notice of Photography* *​During the event, photos and videos may be taken for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear in any media, please let one of the event organizers know.*

North York Prediction Markets as a Business Edge

**Build a Systematic Edge on Polymarket – Masterclass for Entrepreneurs** Polymarket is one of the most underused income opportunities available to analytical thinkers right now. This masterclass breaks down how to approach it as a business, not a gamble. Connect with other data-driven founders who are treating Polymarket as a serious income stream. Real strategies, real results. Register below to confirm — RSVP is not your ticket in. ### [SAVE YOUR PLACE](https://aiventurelab.org/product/Polymarket?city=North%20York&groupurlname=founders-circle-mates&startgmtdatetime=2026-08-09T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll learn: - How to read market signals others miss and capitalise on them - The analytical frameworks that separate profitable traders from everyone else - Risk management principles that protect your capital while you scale This is not a gamble. It is a skill. This session shows you how to build it.

North York Launch Your First AI Business Tool

**Build AI Agents for Your Business – OpenClaw Masterclass** Every business that lasts is going to run on AI. This masterclass teaches you to build your own AI agents — practical, deployable, and done in one session. Join a group of founders, builders, and ambitious people all working on the same thing. The connections you make here will matter. RSVP alone does not hold your spot. Complete registration below to confirm your place. ### [SECURE YOUR SPOT](https://aiventurelab.org/product/OpenClawMasterclass?city=North%20York&groupurlname=founders-circle-mates&startgmtdatetime=2026-08-09T22:00:00Z) --- What you get: - A working AI agent you built yourself — ready to deploy inside your business - Practical experience with AI workflows you can replicate across any project - Frameworks and templates that give your business a real AI edge This is not a theory talk. You leave with something built and a business that works harder for you.

Plutoshots: Expedition 01

15 shots. 1 curated match. A room full of people who want to build. Plutoshots brings technical and non-technical builders together to share ideas, problems, and skills and meet people they might actually build something with. 15 selected attendees get 2 minutes to take their shot: pitch an idea, a problem worth solving, or themselves and what they can contribute. Every attendee also gets one curated 1:1 match, selected based on what you’re exploring, what you can offer, and who you’re looking to meet. 📍 Toronto 📅 August 14 | 5:30–7:30 PM 🎟 C$15 | Light snacks included Registration and attendance are managed through Luma. Please apply/register using the Luma link below. [Registration Link](https://luma.com/8oszvk46)

🚀 Level Up Networking >>> Connect, Collaborate & Grow

Are you ready to expand your network, spark new opportunities, and connect with ambitious professionals in your community? Join us on Friday, Aug 21th from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM at The Suya Spot for our monthly Level Up Networking Event — an evening designed to help you build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and discover new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur, business owner, startup founder, professional, freelancer, student, or simply looking to connect with like-minded individuals, this event is for you! Why Attend? ✅ Meet local entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders ✅ Expand your circle and create valuable connections ✅ Discover collaboration, referral, and growth opportunities ✅ Share ideas, insights, and experiences in a supportive environment ✅ Gain inspiration and fresh perspectives to help you level up personally and professionally Unlike traditional networking events, Level Up Networking Night focuses on authentic conversations and genuine relationship-building in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. No pressure, no awkward sales pitches—just real people making real connections. Come solo or bring a friend, colleague, or business partner. You never know who you'll meet, what you'll learn, or where a single conversation may lead. 📅 DATE: Friday, Aug 21th, 2026 🕡 TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 LOCATION: The Suya Spot, 1269 Weston Road, Toronto 🎟️ REGISTRATION: FREE (Advance registration recommended) 🍽️ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR HOST VENUE: Enjoy delicious food and drinks while networking and help support this amazing local restaurant! 🤝 Connect • Collaborate • Grow Bring your business cards, your positive energy, and an open mind. You never know who you'll meet or what opportunities may come from a single conversation! Space is limited—reserve your spot today on Eventbrite! 🚀✨ [https://LUNCCG0821.eventbrite.ca](https://lunccg0821.eventbrite.ca/)