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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Jay Crone, Managing Director and Venture Capitalist at Deloitte Ventures, to explore the firm’s strategic approach to corporate venture capital. Jay shares Deloitte Ventures’ investment thesis, focusing on supporting innovative Canadian startups at Series A and B stages across key sectors like cybersecurity, climate tech, fintech, future of work, health tech, and AI. Listeners will gain an inside look at how Deloitte leverages its vast network of 1,500 partners and 15,000 employees to source deals and add value beyond capital by helping startups navigate Deloitte’s complex ecosystem and access enterprise clients. Jay also discusses his diverse career journey—from government and investment banking to entrepreneurship and corporate VC—and how those experiences shape his investment philosophy. The episode delves into Deloitte’s due diligence process, the importance of founder relationships, and the firm’s strategic role as a co-investor. Jay highlights emerging trends, particularly the promise of vertical AI tailored to industry-specific needs, and shares his bullish outlook on fintech innovations like stablecoins and cross-border payments. He offers candid advice for entrepreneurs on risk-taking and aligning business vision with funding goals. This episode is a must-listen for founders, investors, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of corporate venture capital and innovation in Canada. Learn more about Jay's work at https://www.deloitte.com/ca/en/services/program/ventures.html Connect with Jay on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaycrone/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com…

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In this episode of Doing Business with a Servant's Heart, Steve Ramona interviews Marianne and Leon, who are dedicated to serving others. Marianne is the author of the Acts of Kindness series, a book collection promoting kindness and understanding. Leon is the founder of Waterflow International, a non-profit organization providing clean drinking water to needy children.
During the interview, Marianne and Leon discuss the importance of empathy and compassion in serving others. They also share the challenges they have faced in their work, such as the disappointment of being unable to help everyone who needs it. However, they remain motivated by the belief that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference in the world.
Marianne and Leon also discuss the importance of collaboration and teamwork. They believe that working together can achieve more than we ever could. They encourage listeners to find ways to get involved in their communities and make a positive impact.
Author , Apple Game Developer The Acts of Kindnesss Series book Underwater acts of Kindness , Rabbit Acts of Kindness No Bully ,Righteous Acts of Kindness & Cool Acts of Kindnesss

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