In a recent episode of Between Meetings, I interviewed Stephanie Horner from RBCx in Calgary about her work supporting startups within the growing tech community. She explains RBCx's unique approach to assisting high-growth tech companies, the key factors that determine whether startups thrive or struggle, and the advantages of the Canadian startup landscape for early-stage founders.
Takeaways:
- Startup success is a multifaceted outcome dependent on the founder, circumstances, and economic climate, including the founder's long-term vision.
- Effective cash flow management is paramount for a startup's survival and sustained growth.
- For early-stage companies, a lean and cost-effective banking approach is beneficial, adapting as the business scales.
- The Canadian startup ecosystem possesses distinct advantages in its smaller size, offering greater access to resources and a collaborative environment.
- The framework of "Startup Alive, Startup Dead, Startup Zombie" serves as a useful lens to assess a company's current viability and trajectory.
- RBCx provides specialized support for high-growth tech startups by focusing on venture capital backing and offering comprehensive banking and ecosystem connections.
Stephanie Horner is AVP, Banking at RBCx. As a tech financing & capital growth specialist, she is passionate about helping entrepreneurs thrive. With expertise in strategic education, adaptability, and scalable frameworks, Stephanie empowers entrepreneurs to build lasting success and contribute to a stronger entrepreneurial economy in Alberta, Canada, and beyond.
Between Meetings is a series of on-the-go interviews featuring industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and corporate innovators. In these interviews, we delve into the latest trends and developments in innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship, catching our guests between meetings in a car ride across town. Along the way, they share inspiring stories, personal experiences, industry insights, and practical advice on how to scale your way to success. Each interview is packed with valuable information and inspiration for anyone looking to make an impact in the tech and innovation world.
🎙 Follow the host Marian Danko on LinkedIn.
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Crime Junkie
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.
Ridiculous History
History is beautiful, brutal and, often, ridiculous. Join Ben Bowlin and Noel Brown as they dive into some of the weirdest stories from across the span of human civilization in Ridiculous History, a podcast by iHeartRadio.