Toronto takes on the world: Winning strategies for global growth

Global expansion is one of the biggest steps a company can make, but navigating legal requirements, regulatory hurdles and ongoing economic and geopolitical tensions means this journey has never been more complex. Toronto Takes on the World brings together local founders and who have done exactly that. You’ll hear how Toronto-based ventures approached international expansion, what worked, what did not and how you can get it right — the first time. From leveraging the city’s diverse talent and globally-connected ecosystem to identifying the correct markets to expand into, this conversation focuses on the decisions behind scaling beyond Canada. Learn how Export Development Canada and the Trade Commissioner Service can support your growth. Join us after the discussion to connect with founders, experts and peers going global. Speakers Orion Buske, CEO, PhenoTips Jason Robinson, CEO & Co-Founder, Evoco Zinnia Jamshed, Trade Commissioner with Global Affairs Canada Rohit Sethi, CEO, Security Compass Lindsay Whiston-Babcock, Senior Relationship Manager, Mid-Market Business, Export Development Canada (moderator) The product you are registering for is the result of a collaboration between MaRS and EDC. You understand that the information I submit as part of the above registration form will be shared between MaRS and EDC and processed by each party according to their respective Privacy Notices (found here and here). By completing the above registration form I accept the Terms and Conditions for MaRS and the Terms and Conditions for EDC. Toronto Tech Week is a citywide celebration of the people building what’s next. From May 26–29, 2026, founders, investors, and builders come together for hundreds of community-led events across Toronto, connecting tens of thousands of people around Canadian tech. Torontotechweek.com.