OMERS Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Toronto, Canada
Countries of investment
- Canada
- USA
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Series B
Industries
- Fintech
- AI
- Health Tech
- Blockchain
- Web3
About
OMERS Ventures is a premier global venture capital firm established in 2011, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs within the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors to cultivate and scale innovative companies. With a commitment to fostering growth, our diverse portfolio features industry-leading firms such as HootSuite and Vidyard, reflecting our strategic focus on early-stage investments that drive disruptive change. We leverage our extensive network and resources to support visionary founders, ensuring they have the tools and guidance necessary to realize their full potential in the competitive landscape.
OMERS Ventures is a premier global venture capital firm established in 2011, dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs within the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) sectors to cultivate and scale innovative companies. With a commitment to fostering growth, our diverse portfolio features industry-leading firms such as HootSuite and Vidyard, reflecting our strategic focus on early-stage investments that drive disruptive change. We leverage our extensive network and resources to support visionary founders, ensuring they have the tools and guidance necessary to realize their full potential in the competitive landscape.
Investment Thesis
They back technology disruptors navigating uncharted territory. They bet on founders who think and act big.
Manager's Experience
Backed by a deep understanding of technology and innovation, this fund manager has built a diverse portfolio primarily in North America and Europe. With over 100 deals under its belt, the focus spans early to growth-stage investments, particularly in sectors such as fintech, health tech, and enterprise software. The strategic approach emphasizes a data-driven methodology, leveraging insights to identify high-potential startups. Notable exits highlight a successful track record, demonstrating the ability to nurture companies from inception to market leadership.
Team
William Dufton
Tara Reeves
Silvio Memme
Shawn Chance
Qasim Mohammad
Nicole Kelly
Michelle Killoran
Michael Yang
Lauren Epstein
Laura Lenz