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The Link UpFeb 24, 2022

Innovation in the North - Episode 3: BEV/EV Challenges
In our third and final episode of Innovation in the North, we’re sitting down once again with Jeremy Elomaa, Business Development Specialist at the TEDC, who is one of many leading the Core5 initiative. We discuss some of the unique challenges in BEV and EV, and what both consumers and critical mineral industries can expect.

Innovation in the North - Episode 2: BEV/EV Supply Chain
In our second episode of Innovation in the North, we take a closer look into the supply chain of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and electric vehicles (EV). Jasmine Chenier, Business Advisor at Link North, sits down with Jeremy Elomaa, Business Development Specialist at the TEDC, who is one of many leading the Core5 initiative. They discuss how the BEV/EV supply chain will flow, starting from the discovery of critical minerals, all the way to battery recycling.

Innovation in the North - Ep 1: Introduction to Core 5
The Link Up’s new mini-series Innovation in the North kicks off with Link North's Business Advisor Jasmine Chenier sitting down with Jeremy Elomaa, Business Development Specialist at the TEDC to discuss Core5, a new pan-northern Ontario initiative making headlines. Core5 is a collaborative effort to support northern Ontario SMEs in developing BEV (battery electric vehicle) and EV (electric vehicle) technologies across the value chain, from critical minerals extraction to EV technology manufacturing.
Jeremy tells us all about Core5, key partners involved and how businesses developing BEV/EV technologies can access support through Core5. Visit the Core 5 website here.

Ian Lane ON: The top Angel network in North America and how entrepreneurs should consider angel investments.
Ian Lane, Executive Director of the Northern Ontario Angels, talks about the top Angel network in North America and how the Northern Ontario Angels works with entrepreneurs to prep them for angel investment. He introduces the Investor Ready Program, a free 3-month program designed to mentor you on the journey to becoming investment ready.
Join us in person on Thursday, September 29th from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM at Collège Boréal for our Investor Ready Program Launch event. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from a series of successful regional entrepreneurs during our fireside chat and network with local dignitaries and businesses.
Pre-registration is required. Register on Eventbrite: https://investor-ready-program-launch.eventbrite.ca
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Jessica West ON: Building the first kombucha brand of the North and her advice for entrepreneurs looking to follow a similar path.
Jessica West, Founder of Trésor Kombucha, tells us the backstory of how she began her business in 2021, her new interview series, and a word of advice for entrepreneurs looking to follow a similar path.
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James Todd ON: Innovation tips for any organization and how to adopt a designer's mindset.
James Todd, CEO of Inside Innovation, gives insight into design thinking, introducing innovation to your organization, and his new masterclass series with Link North.
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Ross MacDonald ON: How to access Link North's BOOST funding and his advice to all entrepreneurs seeking funding.
Ross MacDonald, Business Development Specialist with Link North, gives insight into BOOST Funding, building trust with clients, and a word of advice for new or seasoned entrepreneurs.
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