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Think8 Global Institute as a Designated Organization Explains Its Role in the Start-Up Visa Program

Marianella Manzur
Updated 12.03.25 3 minutes read
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The Start-Up Visa program in Canada is designed to attract and retain talented entrepreneurs worldwide. By providing a supportive and collaborative environment for entrepreneurs, Canada is able to foster innovation and contribute to the growth of its entrepreneurial ecosystem.

In the upcoming Joorney live webinar, we are discussing the Start-Up Visa program, specifically one of its requirements that includes a third party in your or your client’s application – the designated organizations.

designated organization is a government-approved venture capital firm, angel investor group, or accelerator program that provides promising start-ups with financing, business coaching, and other services.

Joorney Business Plans Canada is not a legal professional, immigration consultant, lawyer, or advisor. Hence we are delighted to bring you experts on every topic we cover.

This time, we are bringing an expert from one of Canada’s designated organizations: Mark Shekter, CEO of Think8 Global Institute. 

He will answer some of the most pressing questions about 

  • Start-Up Visa requirements
  • A designated organization’s role
  • The Letter of Support
  • Think8 program details
  • Industries Think8 works with
  • …and more!

You will also be able to ask your own questions – while registering and live – and get more information from Mark during the webinar.

Webinar : Think8 Global Institute as a Designated Organization Explains Its Role in the Start-Up Visa Program

calendar March 7th 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
arrow Online Access: This is a free event!
Participants
Marianella Manzur
Marianella ManzurPartner, Director of Sales & Marketing

Think8 Global Institute is a team of experts in tech and business industries implementing Think8® methodology to help foreign entrepreneurs succeed in creating viable startups in Canada.

Think8® is Mark’s innovative methodology that university master’s programs have adopted in Management Technology and Entrepreneurship, training thousands worldwide. He brings a unique perspective on innovation and market disruption and methodically boosts individual and corporate profitability and sustainability.

Prepare your own questions for Mark and register for this free educational webinar. We are waiting for you.

Marianella Manzur
Marianella ManzurPartner, Director of Sales & Marketing

Marianella brings over 18 years of international experience in business development and consultation in strategy, management, business planning, business intelligence, marketing, and sales to the Joorney family. Originally from Colombia, she has worked in an array of different industries in both Latin and North American markets. Joining the company in 2016 as VP of Sales and Market Research, Marianella helped initiate and launch the extraordinarily successful Joorney Canada office in 2017, where she later took on the role of Executive Director for the division. Now, as Director of Sales & Marketing for Joorney Global, she plans and directs all aspects of sales and marketing policies, objectives, and initiatives company-wide. She attributes her success to her lifetime involvement and accomplishments in sports, which have made her incredibly driven and focused on success through collaboration and teamwork. Marianella is a bilingual MBA graduate with postgraduate studies at Harvard Business School in strategy and sales as well as entrepreneurial essentials.

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Joorney Business Plans Canada is not an immigration consultant, lawyer, or advisor and cannot be held responsible for damages incurred from the use of this information. If you require more information about a program, please contact a registered immigration professional.