Michael Katchen

Join Michael Katchen, Co-founder and CEO of Wealthsimple, and Brett Huneycutt, Co-founder and CPO, as they celebrate a decade of transforming Canadian finance. They reveal how Wealthsimple grew to manage an impressive $50 billion in assets and discuss their plans for an IPO and international expansion. Learn about their commitment to creating a user-centric financial platform amid traditional market challenges and their innovative strategies to build trust and enhance customer experiences in a banking-dominated landscape.

Join Michael Katchen (Wealthsimple), Daniel Eberhard (Koho), Dax Dasilva (Lightspeed), Stuart Lombard (Ecobee), and Tobi Lütke (Shopify) as they dissect the ever-evolving tech landscape. They discuss the cyclical nature of innovation and the pressing need for personal accountability among entrepreneurs. Topics include the importance of adaptability in leadership, fostering local talent, and the balance between government policies and entrepreneurship. The conversation highlights the role of creativity and community engagement as essential to driving growth in Canada’s tech ecosystem.