ICYMI, we sat down with Leo L., Executive Managing Director at L-SPARK Startup Accelerator 🇨🇦, to discuss his take on #CorporateVenturing and to learn more about L-SPARK Select, a program aimed to unlock growth and corporate innovation via a curated ecosystem. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/enhDh9if #startups #startup #innovation #accelerator #CVC #LSpark #LSparkSelect
About us
Wesley Clover is a private, global investment management firm and holding company. Under the direction of founder, Chairman and serial technology entrepreneur Terry Matthews, the focus is to fund and grow successful technology companies. More than 100 firms have been created to date. Early data networking giant Newbridge Networks, and current global business communications leader Mitel are particular highlights. In total, more than 140 founders have been backed by Wesley Clover, with more than $1.0B in direct investment. The portfolio has produced 20 IPOs, slightly more than that number of exits via acquisition, and more than $3.5B in public returns. The portfolio regularly has more than 40 investments under active management around the globe, including start-ups in the incubation stage, first-product firms in the accelerator phase, and more mature companies that trade publicly. All are committed to next-generation Cloud and SaaS applications for fixed and mobile communications, video analytics, security, customer engagement, business enablement and more. Deal flow includes companies within the Enterprise SaaS Accelerator, L-SPARK, which Wesley Clover formed in partnership with local government and other parties in 2014, as well as the Alacrity Global Ecosystem of technology partnership funds which have been deployed in at least ten countries. Mature funds have active companies in local portfolios, and newer locations are formalizing the partnerships and operations required to start first cohorts.
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- Investment Management
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- 51-200 employees
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- Kanata, Ontario
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- Privately Held
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- ICT, Commercial and Leisure Real Estate, Charitable Foundation, Incubator and Accelerator, and Investment Management
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Employees at Wesley Clover
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Ben Morris
Investor, Digital Disruptor and Technology Advocate
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Dr Patrick Thng
Director of FINTECH & Analytics, MITB Program (Ranked Top Two Asia QS Master Business Analytics) at Singapore Management University
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Stephanie Meadows
Account Manager / Business Development
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Michael Turner
Tech follower, engineer, senior executive with multiple careers in both public and private sectors in both operational organizations and…
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Emend Vision Fund is recognized for its impact investment thesis. Emend’s Owen Matthews explained to Canadian Family Offices how Emend will suceed with our experience, vision and image for the future of a sustainable world. #impactinvesting #sustainability #sustainableinvesting #VC #cleantech
Owen Matthews, son of Sir Terry Matthews, is a big believer in impact investing. His venture portfolio, the Emend Vision Fund, has attracted some $360 million for high-potential cleantech companies. Now he's persuading other wealthy families to join in. Matthews talks with Canadian Family Offices about his efforts aiding early-stage companies and the importance of environmental and social governance. #wealth #VC #venturecapital #cleantech #ESG #accelerator #impactinvesting #wealthmanagement #PE #privateequity #familyoffice #familyoffices #UHNW #CFA #CMA #CPA #CA #CIM #RFP #IAFP #CMI #CFP #MFA #CanadianFamilyOffices https://lnkd.in/gmUDXUnq
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🎉 The moment you've all been waiting for has finally arrived... Give a warm welcome to the 7 amazing founders and startups making up Cohort #11! We are beyond excited to work with another group of exceptional #SaaS companies helping to solve big problems and shape Canada as THE tech powerhouse we know it is. 🇨🇦 🚀 Apprendo.io 🚀 CyberSSS Inc 🚀 Glowtify 🚀 illuxi 🚀 KnowledgeNow 🚀 Lodestone 🚀 Meerby For a deeper look into the companies, take a look at our cohort announcement blog here: https://lnkd.in/ecwmsf9C The season has begun and with it will come countless new developments for these startups! Coming up next in November is SAAS NORTH Conference, where these startups will hit the exhibition floor running. (Come say hi!) In the meantime, if you're looking for an intro to any of these companies - reach out to our team: Leo L. Patrick White Mike Laginski Andrew Hudon Elza Seregelyi Natasha Tardioli Ihsan Yousif #LSPARK #saas #tech #startup #accelerator #Canada
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At L-SPARK, we acknowledge the importance of Truth and Reconciliation Day and the responsibility we all share in honoring this day of reflection. September 30th marks a time for Canadians to recognize the legacy of residential schools and remember the lives of the children who never came home, as well as those who survived. This day is more than just a moment to reflect on our history — it’s a reminder to seek truth and foster healing. We encourage everyone in our ecosystem to explore resources, support programs, and engage in conversations that contribute to understanding and positive change. Shared below are a couple more resources to learn from and get involved: 🧡 Learn about First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada: https://lnkd.in/gEjNtba 🧡 Learn about Indigenous History: https://lnkd.in/dCxqE-d 🧡 The story of Orange Shirt Day: https://lnkd.in/gr_XNRtV 🧡 Donate to the National Center for Truth & Reconciliation: https://lnkd.in/eEEeDCD We are all part of the path toward reconciliation, and every action counts. Let’s take this time to honor the past, and work together for a brighter, more inclusive future. Na-mi-quai-ni-mak ~ "I remember them" #TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters
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Corporate venturing is increasingly recognized as an alternative to organic growth or mergers and acquisitions, especially in today’s fast-changing technological landscape. It allows companies to drive innovation, access emerging technologies, and diversify their portfolios by leveraging the agility and creativity of startups. We sat down with Leo L., Executive Managing Director at L-SPARK Startup Accelerator 🇨🇦, to discuss his take on corporate venturing and to learn more about L-SPARK Select, a program aimed to unlock growth and corporate innovation via a curated ecosystem. We trust you will find the insights Leo shared helpful: https://lnkd.in/enhDh9if. #corporateventuring #LSPARK #LSPARKselect #corporateinnovation #innovation #ai #artificialintelligence #ecosystem #accelerator #startups #startupaccelerator #cvc #corporateventurecapital
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Yesterday at Hub350, leaders from across Canada's tech sector gathered alongside Minister of Families, Children, and Social Development, Jenna Sudds and Minster of Innovation, Science and Industry, François-Philippe Champagne to discuss the future of AI and its role in shaping Canada's economic growth. ⚡️ Their presence highlighted the strong commitment from the federal government to foster innovation, create partnerships, and ensure Canada's advantage in emerging AI technologies. This event followed last week's Cybersecurity roundtable, showcasing Kanata North's vital role in advancing all tech verticals, including AI, cybersecurity, and semiconductors. With continued growth in these industries, Kanata North is helping shape and support the future of Canada's tech industries and driving important innovation in the sector. Get the latest news of AI advancements in Kanata North by following us here on LinkedIn and staying updated through our newsroom. 🚀 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eQavVnX2 #AI #Cybersecurity #KanataNorth #CanadianTech #Innovation Jenna Sudds François-Philippe Champagne Kelly Daize Ben Morris Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada OCOBIA
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Why should Canada be focusing on Corporate Venturing now? 🤔 As innovations from new startups disrupt mass markets, corporations are faced with a multitude of choices on how to stay competitive and advance their growth. One of these choices is the opportunity to take budding startups under the corporate wing and nurture the technological needs of your company using the skills and agility of a small concentrated business. In other words; startup speeds at a corporate scale. 📈 While Corporate Venturing has seen gradual momentum in Canada, with corporations that use CVC models experiencing faster deal growth, there is still significant room for adoption within the country. Thankfully, our friends at Deloitte put together the report below to discuss their findings on the state of corporate venturing in Canada, going over the trends, successes, and key considerations for greater adoption of CVC. 👇 Talia Abramowitz, Managing Partner at Deloitte Ventures, will also be providing a deeper dive into this report at our upcoming event on Corporate Innovation taking place October 15th in Toronto. 🚀 If you are a corporate CEO looking to make innovation actually work for your company apply for an invite to the event here: https://lu.ma/eo38rkch #corporateinnovation #corporateventure #startup #corporation #ceo #Canada #innovation #growth
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In an effort to keep pace with the local tech community and stay up-to-date with the latest technology, the Brookstreet Hotel is preparing to re-open at full capacity next week after a complete renovation of its guest rooms. Full story here: #OBJ #Ottawa #kanata #brookstreet #business #Ottawatech https://lnkd.in/eUcZvfHt
Brookstreet Hotel caters to local tech community with $12M reno project
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This month’s Women on Wednesday, hosted by Wesley Clover at Hub350, featured an inspiring talk from Kelly Daize, Executive Director of the Kanata North Business Association. Kelly took us through her journey to her current role, shared her passion for dogs and technology, and highlighted what makes the Kanata Tech Park truly unique. Exciting things are happening! Thank you Veronica Farmer for being a great host. #WomenOnWednesday #KanataTechPark #Inspiration #TechCommunity
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