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Perspectives from Private Equity Leaders…Who Just Happen to Be Women

Jon Jackson
PE

There are women in Canada that wield significant influence in our industry that oversee millions and billions in assets. These expert opinions are needed now more than ever. Strategies are looking to adjust for where markets are heading and to focus on the many variables that will spell future investment success or failure. Again, this

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Perspectives from Venture Capital Leaders…Who Just Happen to Be Women

Jon Jackson
VC

There are women in Canada that wield significant influence in our industry that oversee millions and billions in assets. These expert opinions are needed now more than ever. Strategies are looking to adjust for where markets are heading and to focus on the many variables that will spell future investment success or failure. Again, this

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Let’s Talk About Gratitude, Loneliness & Resilience

Brenda Irwin

Lying on the wickedly cold pavement on January 14, listening to first responders assess how they were going to transfer my body to a spinal board—not yet knowing if I fractured my pelvis, I recall darting thoughts of “I have the tools to get through this.” I was angry at the driver who hit me

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Looking Ahead: 2021 Trends for Foreign Direct Investment in Canada

Ian McKay

Looking Ahead: 2021 Trends for Foreign Direct Investment in Canada is a contribution to CVCA Central from Invest In Canada. As the CEO of Invest in Canada, I am constantly in contact with international executives—assessing and addressing their most pressing business challenges while presenting investment opportunities all across Canada. Like the rest of us, global

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Insuring a Transaction – More Than Just Representations & Warranties Insurance

Roger Hacala
PE

Insuring a Transaction – More Than Just Representations & Warranties Insurance is a contribution to CVCA Central from BFL Canada. The number of M&A deals continue to increase at a rapid pace despite COVID-19. As these acquisitions or sales bring opportunity, it can raise complex issues that are insurable. Insurance is often an after-thought that

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Canada’s Tech Ecosystem Shows Resilience Amid Pandemic

Silicon Valley Bank
VC

Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) is the bank of the world’s most innovative companies. For more than 35 years, SVB has helped innovative companies and their investors move bold ideas forward, fast. SVB provides targeted financial services and expertise through its offices in innovation centres around the world. With commercial, international, and private banking services, SVB