Southern Alberta’s Rising Innovators: Inside Velocity’s Newest Cohort
Introducing the Newest Alberta Catalyzer Velocity Startups from Calgary and Southern Alberta.
The Velocity program is designed to accelerate growth for startups that are already generating recurring revenue and preparing to scale. These companies are on the cusp of major expansion, gearing up to refine their operations, strengthen their business models, and become investment-ready. We’re currently accepting applications for our next Velocity cohort delivered online to startups across the province or in person in Calgary.
Join us for the Alberta Catalyzer Velocity Showcase to see Southern Alberta’s newest innovators pitch their startups.
Photo Credit: Glen Co Photography
A group of startup founders sit together at Platform Calgary. They represent the latest cohort of innovators in the latest Alberta Catalyzer Velocity South program (Cohort 18 | Summer 2025).
Cohort 18 features ten forward-thinking startups building innovative solutions across a range of industries in Southern Alberta. From AI-powered knowledge hubs and real-time financial tracking to personalized tutoring platforms and interactive event tech, these founders are reshaping how we work, learn, connect, and grow. Their technologies are transforming sectors like education, finance, construction, and hospitality.
On July 22nd, you have the chance to watch these founders pitch live as they take the stage to pitch their companies live at the Alberta Catalyzer Velocity South Showcase in Calgary.
Meet the Startups | Cohort 18
Tutoring Technology
Founder: Mo Fellah
This smart, on-demand tutoring platform connects learners with qualified educators from around the world. Designed to deliver personalized support, it helps students get the help they need—whether they’re tackling tough concepts, preparing for exams, or building long-term confidence. With flexible scheduling, intelligent tutor matching, and real-time sessions tailored to individual learning styles, the platform ensures high-quality tutoring is always within reach. It also gives tutors the tools to grow their impact, expand their reach, and focus on what they do best: teaching.
Emperous
Founders: Josh, Riza, and Ruel Santos
Emperous delivers a process-driven cloud platform designed to optimize team productivity and streamline operations. Its Unified Process Designer empowers organizations to map, codify, and systematize workflows, ensuring tasks are clear and repeatable for smooth, efficient execution.
SurvAi
Founder: Donald Ngai
SurvAi is transforming how teams manage and share internal knowledge with its powerful Company Intelligence Manager (CIM). Acting as your personal AI Company Historian, the CIM captures and organizes all your business knowledge in one central hub—so you never have to repeat yourself again. With seamless AI tool integrations and personalized information delivery based on your learning style, Survai empowers organizations to preserve institutional knowledge, streamline onboarding, and make smarter decisions, faster.
ImmiBuddy
Founder: Dr. Harrison Tighiri
ImmiBuddy is a comprehensive platform designed to simplify the international education journey for students and partners alike. By combining innovative technology with expert support, ImmiBuddy streamlines key processes such as admissions, visa applications, and post-admission services. While the platform addresses a broad range of immigration needs, its core mission is to empower students in achieving their global education goals through accessible tools, personalized guidance, and seamless collaboration.
Expense Trend
Founder: Faraz Bhojani
Expense Trend is a comprehensive financial management platform offering a suite of tools designed to help users save money and take control of their finances. From tracking expenses to lowering bills and setting achievable financial goals, Expense Trend provides an all-in-one solution that empowers individuals and businesses to manage their money smarter and more efficiently.
LT Soccer
Founder: William Fru
LT Soccer offers a specialized Youth Soccer Player Development Package tailored to help young athletes reach their full potential. With a focus on long-term growth and skill-building, the package includes access to a free Individual Player Development Plan Template—an essential tool for players, coaches, and parents committed to progress.
StoreRav
Founder: Gurinder Khurana
StoreRav lets you launch your professional online store in just five minutes—no tech skills required. The platform is packed with everything you need to succeed, including customizable templates, secure payment integrations, real-time inventory tracking, and built-in marketing tools. Whether you're an emerging entrepreneur or an established seller, StoreRav provides a seamless, all-in-one solution to build, manage, and grow your e-commerce business with ease.
Jam Social
Founder: Melvin Adekanye
The Jam Social offers engaging digital icebreaker solutions designed specifically for emcees to energize any event. Their signature product, Jam Bingo, helps attendees effortlessly network and break the ice—whether at in-person gatherings or virtual meetings. By turning introductions into a fun, interactive game, The Jam Social transforms the way people connect, making every event more memorable and inclusive.
Dental Software Tech
Founder: Rahman Ismail
Advanced Manufacturing
Founder: Simon Park
Strategy Tech
Founder: Jeremy James Parker
This simple yet powerful platform is built to align teams on what truly matters—so they can get the right things done in minutes instead of quarters. By turning strategy into action and helping teams focus on high-impact priorities, it enables faster decision-making, clearer alignment, and measurable progress. Whether you’re leading a startup or managing a growing organization, this tool helps cut through the noise and drive results with confidence.
About Alberta Catalyzer
Alberta Catalyzer is a merit-based pre-accelerator that offers company support, resources, and coaching to entrepreneurs aiming to launch and grow their tech-enabled companies, preparing them for advancement to the scale-up and acceleration stages.
Launched in 2022, Alberta Catalyzer is developed and delivered by Platform Calgary and Edmonton Unlimited, with support from partners and organizations across the Alberta Innovation Network.
Apply to join the next cohort in one of three programs: Engage, Traction, and Velocity.
Alberta Catalyzer is a part of the Alberta Scaleup and Growth Accelerator Program (Scaleup GAP), led by Alberta Innovates. The consortium, which also includes Technology and Innovation, Edmonton Unlimited, the Opportunity Calgary Investment Fund and Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), allocated $35 million over three years to retain business accelerators. It’s part of an overall government goal to help create 20,000 jobs and increase technology firm revenue to $5 billion by 2030.
Alberta Catalyzer is open to ALL entrepreneurs launching and growing a tech-enabled company in Alberta – which includes the development of a new solution, product or process that has the potential to improve or advance the industry with commercial viability.