Community Connect 2026
About Event
Event Host/Facilitator
Platform Calgary
Event Description
A monthly networking lunch hosted by Platform Calgary — designed to bring together the people building Calgary’s tech ecosystem. Originally created for Platform member companies to learn from one another, it has grown into a space where founders, program alumni, coaches, and partners come together to share insights, celebrate wins, and support each other’s growth. Whether you're part of the Calgary tech sector or just getting curious, we invite a limited number of non-members to join us, meet the community, and experience the momentum for yourself. COMING UP NEXT APRIL FEATURE: COOLIT SYSTEMS On April 16, 2026, join Platform Calgary for an exclusive fireside chat that offers an unprecedented "insider" look at the journey to this historic sale. This conversation brings together two leaders who were instrumental in the company’s trajectory: CoolIT Systems Founder Brydon Griel and COO Patrick McGinn. Moderated by Dean Prodan, Board Chair, Platform Calgary., this conversation will go beyond the press release. We’ll explore the high-stakes evolution of a hardware giant—from the grit required to navigate 25 years of innovation to the strategic moves that positioned Calgary at the center of the global AI infrastructure. We’ll discuss the "scaling playbook" that took CoolIT to the world stage, the impact of strategic global partnerships, and the boardroom decisions that led to a life-changing liquidity event for hundreds of Calgary-based employees. 🔹 The AI Infrastructure Blueprint: How CoolIT became the standard for cooling 5 million+ GPUs and 7 of the world’s top 10 supercomputers. 🔹 The Scaling Playbook: Lessons from a 25-year journey that culminated in a 25x capacity expansion to meet the "insatiable" demand of the AI era. 🔹 Boardroom Decisions: An insider’s look at the strategic moves and global partnerships (including KKR and NVIDIA) that defined this historic exit.
Event Type
Networking
Industry
Tech