Inovia Capital

🎙️ In case you missed it: A few weeks back, Krista, Meryl, and Kory joined the How To SaaS Podcast for an insightful panel discussion! 💡 Key topics covered: • How to decide whether to build, buy, or partner with companies; • The data points and analyses used to validate acquisitions; • What it takes to integrate companies effectively post-acquisition; • How to approach capital allocation decisions. 🙌 A must-listen for anyone interested in how these strategic decisions shape companies’ futures! 🎧 Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/gJHH-86C #SaaS #ValueCreation #Innovation #CompanyBuilders

🎧 Vous souhaitez en apprendre davantage sur le monde du capital de risque et les chemins pour y accéder? Ne manquez pas cet épisode du Corporate Chat Podcast McGill avec notre VP Principale Mia Morisset! 🙌 Mia y partage son parcours, de ses études à McGill University à son rôle actuel, où elle se concentre sur les opportunités d’investissement en phase de croissance en Amérique du Nord. 💡 Sujets abordés :  •  L’impact de la pandémie sur les investissements en phase de croissance  • Les caractéristiques des meilleures entreprises SaaS  • Le parcours de Mia et ses perspectives sur l’industrie du capital de risque 🎙️ C'est une conversation à ne pas manquer pour ceux et celles intéressé(e)s à découvrir le capital de risque et à s’outiller de conseils pratiques pour se lancer dans ce domaine dynamique. Apple : https://lnkd.in/e7QWGrgy Spotify : https://lnkd.in/eqqiRBWh #CapitalDeRisque #ParcoursProfessionnel #Podcast #BâtisseursdEntreprises

🚨 Reminder: Happening in just 1 hour! 👉 Join us at 12:00 PM MT / 2:00 PM ET for Movement51’s How to Choose Your Venture Fund webinar. 🎙️ Marianne Dubois will be sharing her insights on early-stage investing, joined by an incredible lineup: Hilary Kilgour (Audaxa Ventures), Jennifer Anderson (Renewal Funds), and Judy Fairburn (The51), moderated by Alison Pidskalny (M51). 📌 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from top experts in venture capital—perfect for investors and aspiring investors alike. 🔗 Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/e-5N2S6v #VC #EarlyStage #Investing #CompanyBuilders

🎉 Congratulations to Norman Menz, Mathieu Lavoie, Yohan T., Israël Hallé and the entire Flare team on their $30M Series B funding round — a major milestone in the fight against ever-evolving cyber threats! 🛡️ Flare’s innovative solutions are transforming how organizations safeguard against information-stealing malware, equipping them with tools to proactively identify and mitigate risks. This new funding will empower the team to scale their groundbreaking technology and continue setting the standard in cybersecurity. 💫 We’re proud to support Flare as they build a safer digital future! 👀 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gkT8D594 #Funding #Cybersecurity #Innovation #CompanyBuilders

🙌🏼 Late last week, some exciting news broke in the Canadian tech ecosystem: Cohere announced plans to build a multibillion-dollar AI data centre, supported by the Canadian government to strengthen domestic AI infrastructure. 🌟 This transformative project underscores Canada’s leadership in foundational AI models and its commitment to developing and deploying critical advancements responsibly within our borders. 💡 We’re proud to support Cohere as they continue shaping the future of AI innovation and driving global impact from right here in Canada. 👀 Catch up on the announcement: https://lnkd.in/extXmgix #AI #Innovation #CanadaTech #CompanyBuilders

🎧 Catch Michael McGraw’s latest conversation on the EUVC Podcast! With his unique perspective as a former LP at Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) and now part of Inovia’s leadership team in London, Mike dives into bold ideas on risk appetite, long-term strategies, and building bridges between ecosystems. We’re thrilled to see him share his expertise on such a critical topic for the future of European venture capital. Don’t miss this insightful episode! 👉  Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dm28ue6h #VentureCapital #Innovation #EUVC #TechEcosystems #CompanyBuilders

🚀 A few weeks ago, Patrick Pichette joined Emil Eifrem, Founder & CEO of Neo4j, for a captivating fireside chat Slush 2024 in Helsinki: Fit Happens: Maintaining Product-Market Fit Through Decades. The discussion offered many lessons on building and scaling generational companies, blending Emil’s insights from Neo4j’s journey as a graph database pioneer with Patrick’s vast experience at Google, Twitter, and as a tech investor. Key takeaways for founders: 1️⃣ Customer Empathy is Non-Negotiable Emil shared how deeply understanding customers—and even building for yourself—lays the foundation for success. 2️⃣ Product-Market Fit is an Ongoing Journey Both speakers stressed the need to continually evolve. Neo4j’s expansion to serve data scientists exemplifies how staying adaptable is critical for long-term growth. 3️⃣ Always Stay in 'Founder Mode' Patrick emphasized the importance of continuous innovation and anticipating market shifts, likening it to “skating to where the puck is going.” A final thought: Technology and markets never stand still. Achieving and maintaining product-market fit requires persistence, flexibility, and a relentless focus on customer needs. 👀 Watch the full discussion to learn how Neo4j powers projects like the Panama Papers investigation and how generative AI is opening new frontiers for knowledge graphs. 🎥 Watch here:https://lnkd.in/dktzYYa6 #Slush2024 #TechInnovation #GraphDatabases #AI #ProductMarketFit #CompanyBuilders Photo credit: Julius Konttinen

❄️ #December is here, and we’re wrapping up the year with inspiring discussions and holiday cheer! As we celebrate the season, our team will be connecting with the #tech and #VC ecosystem at various festive mixers and these upcoming events: • Dec 5: Kory Jeffrey will join the Google for Startups Accelerator: Canada Demo Day in Toronto. As part of the panel discussion, he’ll explore the opportunities and challenges shaping the Canadian startup landscape, alongside leaders from Google and the ecosystem. We’re proud to support the accomplishments of the 14 startups in the 2024 cohort! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gvgaemPD • Dec 11: Marianne Dubois will participate in Movement51’s How to Choose Your Venture Fund webinar, sharing insights on early-stage investing alongside Hilary Kilgour from Audaxa Ventures, Jennifer Anderson from Renewal Funds, Judy Fairburn from The51, and moderated by Alison Pidskalny from M51. A must-attend for investors and aspiring investors looking to deepen their understanding of venture capital. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e-5N2S6v ✨ As we reflect on a dynamic 2024, we’re grateful for the opportunities to contribute to the ecosystem and support incredible founders and teams. Here's to wrapping up the year with meaningful discussions and looking ahead to an even brighter 2025! #DecemberEvents #TechEcosystem #CompanyBuilders

✨ This week, we continued our cross-Canada dinner series in Montreal, in partnership with the BDC Growth Venture Fund, bringing together an inspiring group of bootstrapped-business CEOs. 🎙️ The evening featured an engaging fireside chat with Simon De Baene, CEO of Workleap, moderated by Magaly Charbonneau. The conversation was raw and authentic, offering unique insights into the highs and lows of building bootstrapped businesses. The open dialogue sparked thoughtful questions and meaningful connections. 🙌 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event such a success. We’re thrilled to continue building these relationships! #Networking #CanadianTech #CompanyBuilders

🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome Felicia Bochicchio, former CEO of Unbounce and a seasoned SaaS expert, as our newest Executive in Residence! 🌟  Felicia’s extensive experience—from leading AI-powered product launches to helping founders build high-performing teams—makes her an invaluable resource for founders at all stages. We can't wait to see the value she will create in our ecosystem. 👉 Learn more about Felicia’s story and insights here: https://lnkd.in/euQy7HVw #SaaS #Leadership #CompanyBuilders — 🎉 Nous sommes ravis d’accueillir Felicia Bochicchio, ancienne PDG de Unbounce et experte reconnue du SaaS, en tant que nouvelle exécutive en résidence ! 🌟 Avec sa grande expérience, allant du lancement de produits IA à la constitution d’équipes performantes, Felicia est une alliée précieuse pour les fondateurs à toutes les phases de croissance. Nous avons hâte de voir l’impact qu’elle aura dans notre écosystème. 👉 Découvrez son parcours et ses conseils ici : https://lnkd.in/eC2Y8W9K #SaaS #Leadership #BâtisseursdEntreprises