One of the most misunderstood aspects of economic development is the subject of exits by high-growth companies. At our luncheon in Halifax on Wednesday, we’ll demonstrate the true economic power of exits.

Entrevestor and Charcoal Marketing are hosting Atlantic Canada's Startup Industry - By The Numbers, a luncheon we're staging with the cooperation of Big Data Congress 2017. We’ll present our latest data, focusing on funding, company launches, and the distribution of sectors and locations. And about half of the presentation will highlight our recent research into startup exits in Atlantic Canada.

There are still tickets available for the luncheon. Please register here and join our presentation and discussion.

We decided to research exits because we frequently hear that investments in startups – especially IT startups – are suspect because the ultimate goal is an exit, or a sale to a foreign multinational. The thinking goes that the founders make money, but the technology and jobs are quickly exported.

Our presentation will prove that that theory is wrong. We’ve tracked the Atlantic Canadian exits that have taken place since 2011 and examined how exits have altered the Atlantic Canadian business community. The financial and employment gains are profound, and the benefits extend to philanthropy, education and economic policy. It’s a powerful story.

The presentation will last about 20 minutes, and then we’ll discuss our findings with a panel of experts.

We’d love to have you join our luncheon. We’re getting a great response and it promises to be a lively discussion. You only have two days left to get your tickets. You can buy them here.