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Local Investing in Waterloo Region. June 25, 2013. Proud History of “Made in Waterloo Region”. “Good” Economy but not “Great”. Crowdfunding : OSC Proposal. Crowdfunding is a term used to describe a method of raising small amounts of money from many people over the internet .
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Local Investing in Waterloo Region June 25, 2013
Crowdfunding: OSC Proposal Crowdfunding is a term used to describe a method of raising small amounts of money from many people over the internet. • A business could raise up to $1.5 million under this exemption in a 12‐month period • Only certain types of securities could be issued, such as common shares • An investor could not invest more than $2,500 in a single investment and no more than $10,000 in total in a calendar year • Some basic information would have to be provided to investors before they purchase the shares • Investors would have to sign a form acknowledging they are aware of the risks associated with the investment • Investors would have two days to reconsider their investment and withdraw if they wish • The shares would be sold through an internet website that is registered with the OSC and that is required to do criminal checks on the individuals involved with the business • Investors would have limited ability to sell these shares
crowdcube • The World’s first crowdfunding website that lets ordinary people invest in start-up or growing businesses in exchange for equity. • Based in The Innovation Centre in Exeter, England. • Top 2 Investment Categories: Food & Retail.
Crowdfunding: OSC Consultation An investor roundtable took place on June 11, 2013. It was well attended with approximately 100 participants.
The Engaged Citizen: KaeElgie • 2012 Winner of Canadian Library Association / Alan MacDonald Mentorship Award • North Waterloo Region Branch president at Architectural Conservancy of Ontario • Organizes/Participates in community events such as Jane’s Walk, Heritage Tours, Open Streets, Doors Open, etc.. • Who would she invest with? Mike Lazaridis Ophelia Lazaridis Proposing a boutique hotel incorporating heritage • Started a tech company, Research in Motion (1984)
Burgers in Waterloo Region McDonald’s The Grill 2 Locations Based in Waterloo Region • 22 Locations • Based in Chicago
Coffee in Waterloo Region Starbucks City Café Bakery 4 Locations Based in Waterloo Region • 16 Locations • Based in Seattle
Pizza in Waterloo Region Pizza Pizza Pepi’s Pizza 3 Locations Based in Waterloo Region • 10 Locations • Based in Toronto
Malls of Waterloo Region Conestoga Mall • 125 Commercial Units • Only 7 Locally Owned (5.6%) • Mall itself owned by Montreal-based Ivanhoé Cambridge. F O R E I G N L O C A L
Waterloo Regional Enterprise Network Inc. • A proposed locally owned corporation with a mission to achieve an optimal return for investors, while contributing to Waterloo Region's economic development. (dual mandate) Why a large conglomerate? • Increased liquidity, increased opportunities & ties Waterloo Region together.
Waterloo Regional Enterprise Network Inc. Board of Directors Investors/Supporters 100s/1000s of people - tell five of your friends what you heard today. Let’s keep spreading the word. Not as active as the first group but will still attend most semi-annual/annual community meetings. Will provide input into the process & patronize / promote any businesses created. • Roughly a dozen people from various backgrounds. • Must LOVE Crowd funding • Monthly meetings to monitor movement in the local investing space. • Will plan any further community meetings and devise the next steps for the corporation.
Waterloo Regional Enterprise Network Inc. Andrew Hilliard ahilliard@wonderfulwaterloo.com 519-572-1379 Jason ThistlethwaitePhD jasonthistlethwaite@me.com 519-807-0525