Vayence at Startupfest 2026 in Montreal
Our first conference as a company — and a place among the finalists for one of the event’s prizes.
In July, Marzuq Vohra and Vienna Doria-Pighin attended Startupfest in Montreal, their first conference representing Vayence Inc.
It was an opportunity to meet founders, investors and builders from across Canada, hear about ventures emerging in the startup ecosystem, and share more about what the team is building.
Vayence was also selected as a finalist for one of the event’s prizes. The team did not take home the award, but being recognized at their first conference as a company was a milestone they were proud of.
The team left Montreal energized, grateful for the experience, and even more committed to the work ahead.
“A memorable first conference for Vayence, hopefully the first of many.”
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