VC Mentoring Hours: Intrinsic Venture Capital

In collaboration with leading venture capital firms, OIST Innovation offers startups and entrepreneurial researchers or students the opportunity to connect directly with venture capitalists for one-on-one mentoring and discussion.
Each round begins with an open seminar-style introduction, where participants can learn about the VC firm's investment focus and characteristics. This is followed by private, closed-door mentoring sessions between startups/researchers/students and the VC representatives.

The featured VC for this round is Intrinsic Venture Capital.

Registration is required.
If the number of applicants exceeds the available slots, OIST Innovation will select participants based on the information provided in the registration form and the strategic fit with the VC.

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About Intrinsic Venture Capital

Intrinsic Venture Capital is a Canadian-based investment firm focused on supporting high-growth companies through cross-border expansion and strategic capital. Leveraging the global footprint of Intrinsic Innovations, with operations and partnerships across North America, Southeast Asia, and Japan, the firm provides unique access to international markets, networks, and opportunities. Intrinsic Venture Capital works closely with founders to scale their businesses globally, connecting them to investors, partners, and customers across regions. This integrated platform enables portfolio companies to expand efficiently beyond their home markets while benefiting from localized support and a globally coordinated growth strategy.

https://www.intrinsicvc.com/about-us

https://www.intrinsicinnovations.ca/

Mentor

Andrew Sanden, (BSc(Eng), MBA)
Co-founder and Managing Director

Andrew Sanden is the CEO of Intrinsic Innovations and Intrinsic Venture Capital, where he leads global initiatives supporting entrepreneurship, investment, and cross-border business expansion. Based in Calgary, he has over a decade of experience working with international founders, including extensive involvement in Canada’s Start-Up Visa program. Andrew has built strong partnerships across North America and Asia, helping startups and SMEs establish and scale in new markets. He is actively engaged with government, industry, and investment communities, and frequently participates in international trade missions, conferences, and policy discussions focused on innovation, economic development, and global collaboration.

Event Overview

Event Title:
VC Mentoring Hours: Intrinsic Venture Capital

Date:
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
10:00–12:00 JST

Timetable:
10:00–10:30 – Introduction to Intrinsic Venture Capital / Q&A
10:30–11:00 – Mentoring Session 1
11:00–11:30 – Mentoring Session 2
11:30–12:00 – Mentoring Session 3

Guest VC:
Intrinsic Venture Capital

Who is elligible:

• OIST Startups
• OIST Innovation Incubator Tenants
• Deep-Tech startups in Okinawa
• OIST researchers or students interested in startup

Language:
English

Registration Form: [Registration Form] VC Mentoring Hours with Intrinsic Venture Capital – フォーム​に記入する