Funding your business

Learn how John Abele transformed Boston Scientific into a leading medical-device company by disrupting the market with a visionary new platform.

Despite significant funding and regulatory challenges, Amgen successfully grew from a little-known drug developer to a global presence in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

MaRS Discovery District has developed a set of templates of funding documents for use by Ontario entrepreneurs under Canadian law.

Thinking of raising capital from outside investors? This workbook provides a framework for developing a financing strategy for your business.

Together with your management team and advisors, develop a business plan and executive summary for your company.

Use this framework to identify and engage with potential investors for your company, and to develop an elevator pitch.

Is your business plan ready? Develop a PowerPoint presentation and a “demo” script that will wow investors.

Learn the basics of establishing an employee stock option plan (ESOP).

Here is your guide to setting up a“clean” capitalization structure from the beginning of your venture, making it far more attractive to potential investors.

Before you seek investment, develop your financing roadmap and create a financial plan.