Scaling Startups with
ML at their Core
Level Up is a one-year membership program for AI-powered startups that are ready to scale. Sponsored by Amii, this program helps you overcome the challenges of scaling ML technology.
Key Benefits & Outcomes
Informed by our work with over 150 startups, we support your growth and vision to scale through:
Coaching with Amii ML Scientists
Make better decisions faster with:
Bi-monthly 1:1 coaching sessions with an Amii ML Scientist, offering advice and a sounding board for new ideas
Access to the Amii network of scientists and students for additional coaching support
On-demand coaching supports through Amii Slack
Drop-in office hours available throughout the month
Coaching sessions may be attended by anyone on your team working on the ML project/challenge.
ML Expert Sessions
Stay up-to-date on research and industry trends with:
An ML Expert Roundtable, hosted quarterly
Experts may include Amii Fellows and industry professionals or leaders
Each session includes:
30-minute presentation or talk from an expert on their work, research or expertise
60-90-minute roundtable discussion and Q&A
Attendance is open to CTOs or ML Leads.
Peer-to-Peer Networking
Learn from those facing similar situations and challenges with:
Quarterly scheduled virtual discussion opportunities
Private Slack channel for members of the Level Up network
Periodic in-person events in Edmonton and Calgary
Attendance is open to CTOs or ML Leads.
Recruitment Supports
Get access to top ML talent with:
Job postings sent to Amii Students
Early access to top ML talent through facilitated opportunities and connections such as mentorship and speaker opportunities
Amii Affiliation
Leverage Amii for funding and marketing purposes with:
An Amii affiliation badge, which can be utilized on your website, social media, funding/investment package and other materials.
Inclusion in the Amii Pitchbook
Being part of the program will give you exposure with our network by:
Having your company profiled in the Amii Pitchbook which is shared with our network of investors across Canada
Who It's For
Eligible startups must:
Be working on a scalable, software-based solution/product
Currently using ML as a core piece of technology for their product/service
Have a technical team with ML expertise/experience (at least one person)
Be looking to continue their ML development
We understand that not every startup has an official CTO or ML Lead. Other positions that may be eligible to participate in this program include but are not limited to:
Technical Founder
Head of Technology
Lead Scientist
Head of Machine Learning
Head of Engineering
We've helped more than 40 companies through Level Up, including
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