
Sebastian Green
Innovation Architect | Community Catalyst | 30 Under 30
About
I’m inspired by how local communities collectively contribute to global innovation, my motto is “do good work, with good people”.I’ve worked in the innovation ecosystem for years and am interested in how we can bring diverse individuals and communities together to solve big problems. I exited my first startup in 2018 which solved a big problem in the construction industry, and I now do the same kind of work as a leader within ecosystem support organizations.I also love to experiment with new initiatives. The latest is Pulse, Localist, and Kwote.AI, don't hesitate to ask me about them!I’m working on a bunch more things you can find out in my formal bio.
PROFILE
I am a seasoned entrepreneur and support sector professional with a diverse background in strategic initiatives that includes innovation and entrepreneurship, youth entrepreneurship, community development, rural economic development, policy development, public and private fundraising, and digital economy initiatives. My passion lies in driving change and progress within my local community with a particular focus on support future generations to make my home province a better place. I emphasize inclusivity in my work, recognizing the unique needs and experiences of individuals and communities of all ages and backgrounds. My commitment is to collaboratively work towards a system that truly serves and respects every Nova Scotian.PAST EXPERIENCE
Pulse (Health Innovation Hub), Dalhousie University
IDEA (Engineering Innovation Hub), Dalhousie University
IGNITE (Rural Innovation Hub)
Digital Nova Scotia
Local Tech Startup
Local Tech Startup
Faculty of Computer Science, Dalhousie UniversityENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERIENCE
Founder, Cleantech startup — Waste derived stem cells (Acquisition targeted for 2023)
Co-Founder, Medical device startup — Pulmonary plethysmography device (Post-revenue stage)
Founder, ConTech startup — SaaS based platform (Exited 2018)
Founding Member, Halifax Startup CrawlINVOLVEMENTS AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Partner, Gen Z VC
Partner, Medtech venture capital group
Partner, Tidal Ventures (Maritime VC fund)
Board Member, Mentor, External Evaluator, Founder Council Member, Lab2Market Launch Accelerator
Mentor, Lab2Market Validate
Mentor, for several tech startups, including several medtech startups, and a fintech startup
Mentor, Saint Mary’s University Master of Technology Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MTEI) program
Lecturer, Acadia University, Dalhousie University, NSCC, & St. Francis Xavier University
Speaker and Moderator, Atlantic Technology Summit
Connector, Halifax & Northern Connector Programs
Member, The Order of The Wallace McCain InstituteAWARDS & RECOGNITIONS
CANIE Award for Social Innovation, Innovators and Entrepreneurs Foundation
Top Innovator Under 30, Atlantic Business Magazine
Canada’s Top 100 Recovery Projects, Future of Good
Ecosystem Impact Award for an Individual, Volta & RBCEDUCATION
University of New Brunswick Wallace MacCain Institute, SEP
Nova Scotia Community College, AET
Mount Saint Vincent University, BScReferences are available on request.
SEP13 MAY 2023
It's time to get back together! See below for our schedule.The first day is for us to reset from everything going on and build those more personal relationships and sense of community. The second and third day are much more business focused with tours, presentations, and workshops sprinkled with the typical WMI events like deep dives and peer coaching.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you're arriving for the early lunch, I would recommend trying the valet parking at the Sutton. The valet can bring your bags up or store them for when you do check in later in the day. You can also park in the Nova Centre or find street parking until check-in.
Sutton Place check-in is at 4:00PM. For the time between parking and check-in, the only things you'll need with you are for our lunch, forum updates, and the Nordic Spa. We'll be back at Sutton Place around 5:30-5:45 to properly check-in.
Pack your bathing suit, sandals, and water bottle for the Nordic Spa. Towels and robes are supplied, locks are not needed as there is a fob locker system and you will be given a locker bracelet upon arriving. Nature Folk has some good information for first timers on their site to check out as well.
The weather isn't going to be great for our session, so there is lots of rain in our future. Our locations are all marked below and there will be short walks here and there so I'd recommend a good rain jacket and water proof shoes.
I'm taking care of the bill for all speakers, board room rentals, the spa, and ferry tickets, so you only have to keep and scan the receipts for your room and food to submit after this session.
SCHEDULE
Time | Monday, May 1st |
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12:00PM | Park at Sutton Place (Nova Centre) |
12:00PM | Early Arrivals Lunch @ Gahan Private Room |
1:00PM | Forum Updates @ Gahan Private Room |
2:30PM | Ferry at 2:45, Arrives at 2:57 |
3:00PM | Nature Folk Nordic Spa |
5:00PM | Ferry at 5:15, Arrives at 5:27 |
5:45PM | Check in at Sutton Place |
6:30PM | Dinner @ Drift |
9:00PM | Late Night Social |
Time | Tuesday, May 2nd |
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8:00AM | Breakfast @ Harvest |
9:30AM | Travel to Tour Site |
10:00AM | Automation Demo — Enginuity |
11:30PM | Forum Catchup / Deep Dive @ Regus |
12:30PM | Lunch @ Darya |
2:00PM | Group Chat (WMI relationship, value ask) @ Regus |
2:30PM | Chat with Sally Ng, new WMI CEO @ Regus |
4:00PM | Sales Management — Lisa Schnare @ HCL |
5:30PM | Forum Updates @ HCL |
7:00PM | Dinner @ Salt + Ash |
9:00PM | Late Night Social |
Time | Wednesday, May 3rd |
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8:00AM | Breakfast @ Harvest |
9:00AM | Performance Management Workshop — Dave Reynolds @ HCL |
10:30AM | Break |
10:45AM | Next Session Chat @ HCL |
11:15AM | Goal Capture @ HCL |
11:45AM | Chat-GPT & AI — Peer Presentation @ HCL |
1:00PM | Lunch @ Narrows Public House |