Financial Modelling for CEOs: A Hands-On Workshop

Join Acetech for an in-person, hands-on workshop led by David Steinley, Founder of Future Standard and Fractional CFO to high-growth Canadian startups. David has helped more than 30 startups raise over $28 million in capital and has guided founders through fundraising, due diligence, financial strategy, and investor readiness. Through real-world examples, interactive exercises, and guided discussions, participants will learn how to develop and use financial models as strategic decision-making tools rather than simply forecasting spreadsheets. During the workshop, David will walk attendees through the core components of an effective financial model and demonstrate how financial planning can be used to evaluate growth opportunities, hiring decisions, capital investments, fundraising readiness, and cash runway. Participants will gain practical frameworks they can immediately apply within their own businesses. Whether you are preparing for your next raise, scaling your team, or seeking greater visibility into your company's financial future, this workshop will provide actionable insights and tools that can help you make stronger strategic decisions and avoid costly mistakes. Key Takeaways • Understand the core components of an effective startup financial model• Learn how to forecast revenue, expenses, cash flow, and runway with confidence• Use financial modelling to evaluate growth opportunities and strategic decisions• Identify the metrics that matter most to investors and stakeholders• Gain practical tools to strengthen planning, budgeting, and capital allocation• Leave with frameworks and templates you can apply immediately in your business Who Should Attend This workshop is designed for Acetech members, founders, CEOs, and senior executives who want to strengthen financial discipline, improve decision-making, and build more scalable and investable businesses. Before the workshop, attendees are invited to connect with fellow Acetech members and guests over complimentary food and beverages. Facilitator David Steinley, Founder, Future Standard David Steinley is the Founder of Future Standard, a Victoria-based firm that helps seed-to-Series A startups prepare for fundraising, due diligence, and sustainable growth. An experienced fractional CFO and CPA, David has supported more than 30 companies through over $28 million in fundraising and has delivered workshops to hundreds of founders across Western Canada. He is also the creator of Corpus, a platform designed to help startups streamline due diligence and investor readiness. About Acetech Acetech is the premier community for tech founders and CEOs in BC. Our members accelerate growth and lead with greater confidence through access to exceptional peer networks, thought leadership, strategic partners, and experienced leaders who understand the challenges of building and scaling technology companies. If you are a technology founder or CEO building in BC, join the community designed to help both you and your company thrive. https://www.acetechleadership.com