Rockstar Café

Stefan Palios of BetaKit tried to see if he could start a profitable business using exclusively Canadian tech. What he discovered will surprise you. http://bit.ly/2CpFm4j

No full time job? No pension? No problem! Check out Jelani Smith's article on investment strategies for the Gig Economy in The Globe and Mail: https://tgam.ca/2AaZaaL

We believe in a world where everyone has the same opportunities to lead, no matter their gender. Why we're investing in Girls E-Mentorship (& why you should too!): http://bit.ly/2mZZtCQ

For Canadian Youth Innovation Day, we announced the beginning of something new. The Next 150 years is bright: https://rockstar-cafe.ca

We had a blast kicking off the 2nd Foundation Year Entrepreneurship Program at Royal St. George's College. Together, we will support over 60 Grade 9's in becoming entrepreneurs! #entrepreneur #youngentrepreneur #socent #mentor #coaching #startup #startuplife #bigthings #coffee

We had an absolutely phenomenal weekend launching one of our inaugural partnerships with JA Company Program - Central Ontario. Together, our community will support over 400 young entrepreneurs turn their business dreams into reality. Photo Cred: Danielle Hogan

We're excited to welcome Rachel to the company! This story reminds us of why it is so important to create a great culture very early in a company's founding journey.

Our Rockstars Brad, Ted and Tibor have been nominated for a Record Readers Award by Waterloo Region Your Community, for Favourite Videography Company under Wedding Supplies & Services. Show them your support, and vote for Changing Minds Creative! Vote here: http://bit.ly/1XKnsgB

"One thing that most of the tech companies are thinking on the project is brainstorm rooms, spaces projected for creativity and communication." http://abduzeedo.com/awesome-brainstorm-rooms

'It was not a popular decision with my family or friends, but I decided to take the jump into uncertainty, and a road filled with lots of hard work and sacrifice.' To us, mentorship and building relationships is what it's all about. Bringing back one of our old posts for some Sunday reading. http://rockstar-cafe.ca/taking-the-jump-notes-on-sacrifice/

Excited to hear our founder and CEO speak at TEDx UTSC on January 30th! "Mark Kryshtalskyj - Entrepreneur, Marketer, Rockstar Mark Kryshtalskyj is a millennial marketing rockstar and social entrepreneur. Mark is the Frontman of Rockstar Café and is driven by his passion to connect with others and build long lasting relationships. Mark was named one of Canada's Next Top 36 Business Leaders in January 2015, as well as #4 on the 55 "Rock Stars" of Waterloo Region - Leaders of the Next Potential $1B Companies. If you want to see Marks TEDTalk at #TEDxUTSC 2016, you can buy your tickets here"

http://rockstar-cafe.ca/the-rockstars/samantha-laliberte/ At Ezzy Lynn, we try to lead by example. We have a wonderful opportunity with our brand: a captive audience of young, amazing women who also care about wildlife conservation. We are conscious of our ability to influence this important generation of thinkers and innovators. We live and breathe the lifestyle we hope others will follow suit on.

Our logo, also happens to be sign language for 'love'. Coincidence? Maybe. Relevant? Absolutely.

The world is changed every day by average people using their freedom to fight for the freedom of others. Our hearts and minds go out to all the victims and families of the senseless attacks in Paris.

Big congrats to Caleb Polley and Brendan Coady of Boogaloo Bunks, as well as Alexa Roeper and Andres G. Rodriguez of Penta Medical for qualifying for the Velocity Fund Finals, $25K!

"You dont become an entrepreneur because its easy or convenient. You decide to start your own business because you want your life to be meaningful, because you want to feel like your life has a purpose, because you are trying to build something bigger than yourself." A quick read about what it means to be an entrepreneur, and find passion in what you do. http://www.entrepreneur.com/video/249691

Registration closes today for a great event: A Workshop in Social Impact Analysis This is a one-day course and certificate program proudly presented by The Social Impact Management Association, in association with the Social Sector Management Program at the Schulich School of Business Saturday, November 14, 2015... 9:00 am 5:00 pm http://bit.ly/1S0SZsk

"We are by no means preaching that everyone stop their daily lives and try to make a crazy huge impact on the world. Were here to tell our authentic story, inspire people, and make captivating connections with our customers." http://rockstar-cafe.ca/here-and-there-aleks-poldma/

Stumbled across this, and needless to say we need to try them all <3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooUAVHJAcyk

We would appreciate a few minutes of your time to fill out this survey from University of Waterloos School of Environment, Enterprise, and Development (SEED). The research aims to identify the means by which local accelerators and incubators encourage start-ups to pursue sustainable growth across their business governance, foresight planning and reporting practices. www.surveymonkey.com/r/SMEchallengesWR

"The nature of a social venture itself involves putting your heart into a project that has a goal of benefiting the society. It is very different to measure success in terms of impact rather than in terms of financial gain." http://rockstar-cafe.ca/the-rockstars/tina-chan/

St. Pauls GreenHouse is hosting a series of 7 entrepreneurship workshops from the MaRS fall intensive program starting October 1st. The sessions will run at St. Pauls University College from 4:30-8:30pm on Thursdays, starting October 1st, and ending November 12th. Register by midnight on September 27th to reserve your spot. http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/st-pauls-greenhousethe-universit

"Creativity is the most important quality that anyone can have. Its how you can figure out how to solve problems, how you can learn new things, and how you can find your passion" http://rockstar-cafe.ca/the-rockstars/amit-mehta/

Best of luck to those heading back to school in the next week. The Rockstar Café team gives their best wishes to all of you. Rock on,

"Those who I hope to inspire are the ones that inspire me the most. theYEShubs mission is to not only empower and educate youth, but also provide them a safe place to thrive and grow, especially here in #Chicago, where we have some of the highest youth crime, murder and violence rates in the country." - Ross Kinkade, Founder of theYEShub #Youth #SocEnt #Education http://bit.ly/1fEk86v

The struggle of long coffee lines...

"I realized that others struggled through something similar: they were passionate about a cause, but had little to give. I wanted to create opportunities for people who could resonate with that feeling. Help them find ways in their everyday lifestyle to make a difference, now." Welcoming Srijamya (Founder of Verea) to our family of Rockstars. ... http://bit.ly/SriRockstar See more

Tech enthusiasts, social innovators, scientists and engineers. It didn't matter who you are or where you were from. If you thought your idea was going to make an impact, you were welcome! Thank you to all who attended. Great night with even better people. Looking forward to this journey with our community of Rockstars.... Special thanks to the boys at We Are Changing Minds for the video and photos. http://ow.ly/QCXEM

"Our idea will definitely change this world. We will house the innovators and leaders of change. I aspire that one day we will be the next Nike, an icon of confidence, triumph and winning. We will be the next Apple, an icon of innovation and a staple in providing pristine participant service.... Our idea is a community a community of passionate dreamers, who will inspire others to follow their hearts, and dreams, no matter what situation they are in." http://rockstar-cafe.ca/the-rockstars/shazard-ramjohn/

"It's weird for me, working so passionately on an idea that I didnt create. Ive been working relentlessly on Rockstar Café for nine months now and hadnt truly understood this community. Its been little more than a vision for me. Until Rockstar Day" http://rockstar-cafe.ca/giving-rockstar-a-heartbeat-again/

"When I was growing up, I was taught that someone has to do it, so why not you? The most limiting aspect of a young professionals life is their fear of failure and competition." rockstar-cafe.ca/the-rockstars/vincent-atallah/

If you made an impact in your community, you get to sign the Rockstar table. Get involved in something that matters.

Bringing together our community to create meaningful connections. On July 24 we opened the doors to our office, "the backstage", for our Rockstars and community members to experience the Rockstar vision; open conversation and true community. Special thanks to the boys from We Are Changing Minds for the photos.

For the latest social innovation stories in Waterloo, check out the St. Paul's GreenHouse Social Innovation Showcase this Thursday, July 30th at 4:00pm! Learn how 4 amazing students are using their ideas to make a difference! Featuring: Food Not Waste; Node; PASS Kit; and Marlena Books.... Register here: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/greenhouse-social-innovation-sho

"Starting a revolution may seem like a huge task, but it will happen before you know it. My motto is that I am changing the world. everyday One girl at a time." Girls Above Society http://rockstar-cafe.ca/the-rockstars/lauren-galley/