TechPoutine #EP03: Harley Back In Montreal, DeepSky Redux And Bill C18 TechPoutine With Eleonore Jarry, Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram & Nectarios Economakis podcast

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In this special live recording of the Tech Poutine podcast, we welcome John Rickard, Director of Capital at RBCX, to discuss the current state of venture capital and investment in Canada. John shares insights on market cycles, the impact of AI on investments, and the challenges and opportunities facing fund managers and entrepreneurs. We explored historical patterns in venture capital, discussed the importance of credibility and early-stage investing, and debated the pros and cons of building startups in today's economic climate. The conversation highlights the potential for technology firms and the future growth of the Canadian tech ecosystem.…

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TechPoutine #EP14: Phil Telio and the story of Startupfest 44:54

29 days ago44:54

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In this episode, we spoke with Philip Telio, founder of Startup Fest, about the 15-year anniversary of the renowned event. Phil reflects on the origins of Startup Fest, the transition from smaller events like Startup Camp, and the pivotal moments that have marked the festival’s evolution. He shares anecdotes about influential figures like Andy Nulman and events like the elevator pitches and the memorable tornado incident. The discussion also covers the importance of community, the introduction of new initiatives like mentor offices, and the festival's enduring impact on the startup ecosystem. The episode concludes with a look at the new startup hub Ax-C and its potential role in fostering innovation in Montreal.…

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TechPoutine #EP13: State of Venture Capital in Canada 36:17

6 weeks ago36:17

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In this episode, the team reunites to discuss the current state of venture capital and the tech industry. The discussion highlights the significant events and reports shaping the industry, including the Web Summit in Vancouver and the CVCA conference in Calgary. The conversation touches on the differences between the Canadian and U.S. markets, drawing parallels to the U.S. market 15 years ago. They delve into the impact of AI on the industry, the evolving landscape of VC funding, and the importance of international capital. Notably, the podcast also honors John Stokes from Real Ventures, who recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award, reflecting on his contributions and the dynamics of his work with startups. The episode wraps up with optimism about the new generation of founders and the need for the older generation to share insights and resources to foster growth in the ecosystem.…

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TechPoutine #EP12: North Recap, Revenge of the Community, Changing face of Venture 42:34

14 weeks ago42:34

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In this episode, the team reunites to discuss the success and impact of the recent North Star event in Montreal. They reflect on the feedback from various attendees, including student founders, experienced entrepreneurs, and VCs. The discussion highlights the unique atmosphere and notable speakers at the event, as well as the need for continued engagement and inspiration within the startup community. The conversation then shifts to broader topics including the evolving dynamics of venture capital, the implications of AI on business models, and the increasing trend of tech entrepreneurs turning to traditional businesses. The episode concludes with thoughts on the importance of strong leadership in times of geopolitical tension and the potential for future tech-focused events in Montreal.…

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North Star | Founder Panel 33:39

22 weeks ago33:39

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In this North Star panel discussion, Gabriel Sundaram, a co-founder of Attain, hosts successful CEOs and founders to share their entrepreneurial journeys and key strategies for building and scaling startups. Panelists include Andrew from Stay 22, Anna from Dialogue and Coral, Malik from Nesto, and Joanne from PemPem. They discuss the importance of speed, intensity, and obsession in growing a business, the balance between rapid execution and maintaining personal well-being, and the role of mentorship and coaching. The conversation also emphasizes the value of storytelling in media, adapting to market realities, and the significance of teamwork and finding joy in the entrepreneurial journey. The session ends with advice for students on leveraging academic skills in the business world and maintaining a healthy balance while pursuing their passion.…

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North Star | Conversation with Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify 44:30

22 weeks ago44:30

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In this engaging talk, Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the significance of passion, necessity, and grit in building successful businesses. He recounts his early ventures, the foundational role of Montreal in his career, and the evolution of Shopify into a global powerhouse. Addressing a room of entrepreneurs and students, Harley emphasizes the importance of knowing one's mission, leveraging technology, and persevering through failures. He also discusses personal growth, the concept of life's work, and the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of Montreal. The talk concludes with Harley's perspective on the importance of grit and the belief that entrepreneurship is central to solving problems and creating value.…

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North Star | Student Founder Panel 35:00

22 weeks ago35:00

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In this North Star panel discussion, Eleonore Jarry from Brightspark Ventures sat down with student founders. The conversation highlights the experiences of various student founders, their innovative projects, and the challenges they face in the startup ecosystem. Key topics include raising initial funds, the importance of team and mission, navigating the academia-industry transition, pivots and finding product-market fit, and the unique advantages and support systems available to young entrepreneurs. The panelists also engage in practical discussions on retaining talent within Montreal's ecosystem and fostering stronger ties between academic institutions, startups, and the broader venture capital landscape.…

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TechPoutine #EP11 - Eleonore back from mat leave, state of early stage in Canada 40:46

41 weeks ago40:46

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The band is back together! Eleonore is back from mat leave and we had the chance to record an episode with Ian Jeffrey and Gabriel Sundaram - all while eating a good poutine. We spoke about: How the industry can improve for young moms Stage of early stage in Canada and what it takes to uplevel Latest events & news (Lightspeed, AI startups, Kaufman Fellows)…

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TechPoutine #EP10: Live at StartupFest with Sophie Boulanger and Julie Lacasse 38:46

52 weeks ago38:46

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In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Sophie Boulanger, CEO @ 1Valet. Sophie is one of Canada's most innovative and dynamic entrepreneurs. She has 20 years of experience in the strategy, performance, growth and value creation of organizations, brands and retail operations in the consumer goods industry. She’s the co-founder of Bonlook which was acquired in 2021. On the second day, we spoke with Julie, she is a serial entrepreneur and current venture capital partner at Amiral Ventures. She’s the co-founder of Tracktik, an innovative company specialized in optimizing the management of security agencies, she led the company to international success. We spoke about their respective founder journeys, building companies that exited and the lessons they learned along the way…

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TechPoutine #EP09: Building Fullscript with Kyle Braatz 53:09

1 year ago53:09

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We have an amazing TechPoutine episode to share with you today. Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram and I sat down with Kyle Braatz, co-founder & CEO @ Fullscript. We spoke about: How Kyle built his business from the ground up to over $1BN in annual revenue servicing 100,000 practitioners and 10 million patients How Kyle balanced growth and profitability Management principles scaling from 0 to 800 people (culture, board of directors) Working with private equity sponsors His thoughts on the recent capital gains changes Why he joined a group to purchase the Ottawa Senators…

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TechPoutine #EP08: Live @ Notman House with Sophie Forest, Managing Partner @ Brightspark Ventures 51:24

1 year ago51:24

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Last week, we recorded a TechPoutine podcast from the Somo Lounge at Notman House. We were joined by the magnificent Sophie Forest, Managing Partner at Brightspark Ventures. She graciously stepped in for Eleonore Jarry who is enjoying her mat leave. Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram and I had the pleasure of asking Sophie a bunch of questions about her thoughts on the latest developments in technology (yes, we spoke about AI), the current fundraising environment, what it takes to succeed as a founder and how more women can get into venture capital.…

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TechPoutine #EP07: The CEO Whisperer with Mark MacLeod 53:46

2 years ago53:46

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Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram and I had the pleasure of being joined by Mark MacLeod who has sat at the right-hand side of the leaders of high growth technology companies as either a CFO, VC or deal maker since 1999. He served as CFO for software companies including Shopify and Freshbooks. ‍ He was also a General Partner in Real Ventures and founded SurePath Capital Partners. Mark is a coach to startup CEOs and was nice enough to share some great advice on the podcast. We spoke about: Mark’s journey from CFO to investor to coach Why coaching is important for high level executives just like elite athletes Being intentional about work-life balance The notion of intentionality in one’s work…

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TechPoutine #EP06: Why Save Notman 38:46

2 years ago38:46

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This is a special episode where we discussed the ongoing saga of Notman House and why it’s important to keep it in the hands of the community. We were joined by Gabriel Lesperance , a serial entrepreneur that benefited greatly from Notman. He wrote a great op-ed in Le Devoir which we recommend you read. We spoke about: The history of Notman House Its pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurship and driving innovative breakthroughs in technology Notman as a symbol of inspiration for countless startups, providing a dynamic and collaborative environment that sparks creativity and innovation The importance of preserving its heritage…

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TechPoutine #EP05: Eleonore’s mat leave, promises and risks of AI, upcoming events and Techaide’s impact 53:44

2 years ago53:44

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This is the last episode of Tech Poutine before Eleonore Jarry’s maternity leave! Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram and I wished her the best of luck. We also celebrated the occasion by eating some good poutine together. On the show, we spoke about: The promises and risks of AI Polarization in media The mission of Techaide and getting together to give back Upcoming events in the ecosystem…

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TechPoutine EP#04: New fund announcements, Solo GPs and AI Innovation 38:53

2 years ago38:53

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New episode of TechPoutine with Gabriel Sundaram, Eleonore Jarry and Ian Jeffrey is live! On the show, we spoke about: A slew of new funding announcements iNovia’s discovery program, Luge Capital Fund 2 and Front Row Ventures The trend of solo GP Latest innovations of AI and All In conference

TechPoutine with Eleonore Jarry, Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram & Nectarios Economakis

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TechPoutine #EP03: Harley back in Montreal, DeepSky Redux and Bill C18 45:36

2 years ago45:36

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TechPoutine with Gabriel Sundaram, Eleonore Jarry, Ian Jeffrey and Nectarios Economakis On the show, we discuss: Harley moving back to Montreal Damien Steel’s appointment as the new DeepSky CEO Fred Lalonde’s keynote about DeepSky (must watch!) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Baz2OsoIOPs The impact of Bill C18 on the Canadian media industry…

TechPoutine with Eleonore Jarry, Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram & Nectarios Economakis

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TechPoutine #EP02: StartupFest, FF Recap and DeepSky 43:37

2 years ago43:37

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On this episode, Gabriel Sundaram, Eleonore Jarry, Ian Jeffrey and Nectarios Economakis talk about: Recap of FounderFuel and StartupFest Climate Tech and Deep Sky Building companies that have a purpose

TechPoutine with Eleonore Jarry, Ian Jeffrey, Gabriel Sundaram & Nectarios Economakis

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TechPoutine #EP01: FounderFuel 40:12

2 years ago40:12