Conference
ELEVATE VENTURE
Venue
UBC Sauder School of Business
Elevate 2026 will be held at the UBC Sauder School of Business.
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Located in Vancouver, Canada’s gateway to the Pacific Rim, UBC Sauder provides a global business perspective at a dynamic crossroads of the international marketplace. Elevate is beyond ecstatic to host our inaugural conference at UBC Sauder.
What is Venture Creation?
n. the process of turning a new idea into a business that can succeed
At Elevate Venture, venture creation isn’t just about brainstorming ideas—it’s about building them. From validating concepts to designing business models, participants engage in a hands-on journey to transform innovative thinking into tangible ventures. We empower high school students to think like entrepreneurs, act like founders, and bring bold ideas to life.
Schedule of Events
From inspiring workshops to the dedicated venture incubator session, experience what Elevate has to offer.
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With a special week-long format that spans across two Saturdays, Elevate gives teams the time to refine their ideas and build stronger ventures before returning to deliver their final pitches. This unique structure blends intensity with reflection, ensuring that every student not only learns but also grows through iteration, collaboration, and mentorship.
Day 1 | May 23, 2026
Registration
8:00 – 9:00
Opening Ceremony
9:00 – 10:00
Workshop
10:15 – 10:50
Venture Incubator Sessions
11:00 – 12:40
Lunch and Elevate Expo
12:40 – 1:40
Staggered Case Release
1:40 – 3:00
Assisted Work Period
1:40 – 5:00
Day 1 Dismissal
5:00
Day 2 | May 30, 2026
Check-In
8:30 – 9:15
Day 2 Logistics Walkthrough
9:15 – 9:45
Final Preparation Period
10:00 – 11:45
Staggered Venture Presentations
11:50 – 3:20
Transition
3:20 – 3:45
Finalist Presentations
3:45 – 5:15
Closing Ceremony
5:15 – 5:50