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MEET OUR FOUNDER LAB PARTNER

Alberta Innovates

At Movement51, we know that big ideas need more than just belief—they need backing. That’s why we’re thrilled to have Alberta Innovates as a Sustainable Funding Partner behind our Founder Lab. Their commitment to fueling bold, women-led ventures isn’t just support—it’s a catalyst for real, lasting impact. 

A Partnership Built on Possibility

Alberta Innovates is at the forefront of transforming Alberta’s economy, providing visionary entrepreneurs with the funding, resources, and mentorship that turn great ideas into thriving businesses. Their mission to spark innovation and accelerate sustainable economic growth aligns seamlessly with ours at Movement51: equipping women entrepreneurs with the skills, confidence, and capital connections to build, scale, and succeed. 

This partnership isn’t just about funding—it’s about belief in the power of knowledge, community, and opportunity. Thanks to Alberta Innovates, we’ve been able to transform the Founder Lab into an accessible, high-impact program that gives women founders the momentum they need to launch forward. 

The Alberta Innovates Impact 

What happens when women founders get the right support? They build. They innovate. They thrive. Since our inception, our Founder Lab have trained 60 women, and our alumna have: 

  1. Raised $1,640,000 in External Equity 

  2. Secured $3,765,362.99 in Non-Dilutive Funding 

  3. Generated $6,078,483.03 in Revenue 

  4. Created 390 New Jobs 

  5. Boosted Investment Readiness Confidence by 80% 

These numbers tell a compelling story: when women-led businesses are given the tools and backing they deserve, they don’t just participate in the economy—they redefine it. 

Meet the Connector Behind the Collaboration 

Every great partnership has champions, and for us, one of them is Ayo Aiyeleye, Director of Capital Access at Alberta Innovates. His passion, dedication, and ability to bring people together have been instrumental in making this collaboration possible. Want to get to know the visionary behind the scenes? Check out our Community Spotlight on Ayo here.

From all of us at Movement51—our founders, mentors, and growing community—thank you to Alberta Innovates for betting on bold ideas and backing the women who bring them to life. Your support isn’t just making an impact—it’s shaping the future of business, one founder at a time. 

Together, we’re not just funding ideas. We’re fueling a movement.