Wine Wednesday with Whitney Rockley and Remi Schmaltz

InterGen wrapped up 2024 in style as we hosted our year-end Christmas Cocktail featuring Remi Schmaltz and Whitney RockleyAgainst a backdrop of festive cheer, this gathering brought together a vibrant community of entrepreneurs, investors, and business enthusiasts for an evening of celebration and connection. Remi is an accomplished entrepreneur turned investor who has led groundbreaking digital transformation in Calgary's agricultural industry. Notably, he co-founded Decisive Farming, a digital Agtech firm that secured venture funding from McRock Capital. Meanwhile, Whitney co-founded McRock in 2012, becoming one of the few female founders of a Venture Fund. McRock Capital is one of Canada’s leading technology venture funds specializing in the Digital Industrial.

Both Whitney and Remi have successfully built a thriving businesses and recounted their journey with unfiltered honesty. From navigating the early challenges of securing funding to the triumphs of scaling operations. They emphasized the importance of resilience, adaptability, and cultivating a relentless focus on solving real problems for customers. They also touched on the fascinating dynamic between founders and investors, likening it to a partnership built on mutual respect and trust. They emphasized how open communication, shared goals, and a willingness to learn from one another can lead to a thriving collaboration.

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What set this event apart was the candidness of the dialogue. The speakers didn’t shy away from discussing the less glamorous aspects of entrepreneurship and investing which the audience enjoyed. The Q&A session included questions about scaling businesses, managing investor relations, and staying innovative in competitive markets. Both speakers responded with actionable advice, leaving everyone with a renewed sense of direction.

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InterGen's Wine Wednesday Christmas Cocktail with Remi Schmaltz and Whitney Rockley

This Wine Wednesday Christmas event was a testament to community, candid conversations and the shared pursuit of success. We left inspired and energized for 2025! See you in the new year!

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Visit McRock Capital and Brilliant Harvest to learn more about their work. 

Thank you to EY Canada and CIBC Innovation Banking for supporting this event. 

Photos taken by Katharyn Sotvedt c/o  Jill Thompson Photography