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This deep tech PE firm was drawn to Canada by the data
Jun 29, 2024
Jolt Capital's Jean Schmitt discusses why Canada's tech scene attracted their deep tech PE firm, emphasizing the vast opportunities for investment in the country. The podcast explores the data-driven decision to establish their North American HQ in Montreal, the trend of Canadian pension funds investing in local deep tech firms, and the role of deep tech investments in post-COVID economies. Schmitt highlights the importance of strategic investments, collaborations with local investors, and retaining Canadian talent for global scaling.
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- Canada offers untapped investment opportunities for tech companies, with 60% never meeting investors due to customer focus.
- Deep tech investments in emerging technologies like quantum computing prove profitable despite perceived risks.
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Deep Tech Private Equity Firm Establishes North American Headquarters in Canada
A managing partner of a deep tech private equity firm explains the data-driven decision to establish their North American headquarters in Montreal. With a focus on growth capital for tech companies, they are targeting regions like Canada where there is a strong inventory of technology companies waiting for investment. They aim to bridge the gap in accessing growth capital, emphasizing the opportunities present in Canada and how their expertise can benefit local startups.
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