Expertise, resources and partners for smart, sustainable transportation

Sanjay has been a trusted advisor to senior leadership teams across a broad range of sectors and at varying stages of business growth. In addition to having extensive software/data services expertise with entrepreneurs, he has developed and implemented business specific financial tools, accounting and finance structures, policies, process and procedures to start-up companies at the hyper growth phase.

Bruce has over 25 years of business management expertise in software and hardware specializing in mobility, healthcare, and transportation. He consults technology companies on commercialization and successful go-to-market activities such as business strategy, investor relations, product management and launch strategies, market research, demand generation, partnering, and business development.

With over 20 years experience leading large cross-functional teams, Oren brings a structured and analytics driven approach to complex business problems. Passionate about win-win strategic partnerships that drive growth, innovation and long-term value, Oren provides expertise in marrying innovative technologies with strategic multi-national partners and has successfully delivered various partnership models with Tier 1 brands such as Cathay Pacific, Google, UBER, LG, TELUS, and more.

Ian is a technology professional with over 25 years of experience creating, managing, and supporting IT and software solutions. He is an accomplished people manager with a proven track record of building highly effective teams that are motivated to execute and deliver with excellence. Ian has had a lifelong passion for the magic of software and its ability to translate imaginative ideas into solutions that help people be more productive.

Rick is an expert in the areas of Sales Productivity and CRM. He has been involved with the technology industry since 1991 as a Company Founder, Senior Executive, Board Member, Educator, Consultant and Professional Speaker. He currently leads a Sales and CRM Consultancy Practice, speaks at industry events, and writes for the Microsoft Dynamics Community Website.

Bernard founded a medical device company which he grew and led to a highly successful acquisition by a global pharmaceutical. As CEO, Board Chair and Director, he has led the growth of both start-ups and corporate multinationals spanning diverse industry sectors including biotechnology, diagnostics, medical devices, electronics and high technology across US, Canada and Europe. Bernard is a mentor to multiple university spin-out companies and is our resident Health and Life Sciences EIR.

Julie Ellis is a notable executive and business coach. She provides her unique experience and expertise, gained through 25 years of working first in the corporate world, and then as a leading Canadian entrepreneur. She is a co-founder of award-winning Mabel’s Labels, one of Canada’s greatest small business success stories. As a professionally certified coach with the International Coaching Federation (2020), Julie works directly with bold leaders propelling them to unlock their capacity, leading to accelerated success. She is also Chair of the Board at Angel One Investment Network, one of the most active angel investor groups in Canada. A sought-after speaker and trainer, Julie has developed keynotes and workshops for private companies, corporations and associations, with titles such as “Ignite, Scale and Exit”, “Success Secrets of Wonder Women!” and “Why We All Need to Think Big!”.

Prior to establishing Plutus Consulting Group (www.plutuscg.com), John spent over 25 years as a senior executive and CEO in the multinational Food and CPG industries. He successfully launched many recognized new products on three continents, achieving their branding and sales goals. He now guides businesses in monetization of product innovation, business strategy, change management, organizational effectiveness, brand/product positioning, and retail customer development.

Tom has been working in the technology industry for over 35 years. He currently advises technology companies of all sizes in Business Strategy, Sales Execution, and Routes to Market Structure. Prior to establishing his practice, Tom spent 30 years as a senior executive at IBM, leading teams in their software and services division. He successfully grew these businesses through strong sales execution and effective channel management. Tom now spends most of his time advising startups to medium-sized tech organizations. He has successfully taken his clients through significant growth stages. He brings a unique combination of large company experience and entrepreneurial knowledge to any organization.

As a consultant, Ing Goping established “IngVentions Ltd” as a vehicle to help others “Turning IDEAS into ACTION” because in the results matter as much as the process to getting there. Ing’s own professional journey started 34+ years ago when he graduated as an EE at Waterloo and commenced his career in a start up medical device idea that turned into a very successful global business today. The experiences of technology in medical devices, product development, regulatory affairs, process mapping, real-time software development, business unit management, mergers and acquisitions and participating in two successful exits is still very relevant today.

Inge Christensen has 40 years experience in the creative communications realm. She made her mark as Creative Director at international PR firm, Hill & Knowlton and subsequently launched her own consulting/coaching business. For 25 years, she worked with clients such as Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, AstraZeneca and CIBC, helping their teams to apply creativity to communications challenges. This included teaching them to pitch their solutions to decision-makers in a clear, concise and compelling way. Inge is also Communications Coach for The Forge at McMaster.

With Nearly 35 years of experience in Quality Management and Regulatory Affairs, Gord Wehner brings extensive experience in guiding innovative medical organizations toward the implementation of an effective quality management systems and navigating international medical device regulatory requirements. Gord continually demonstrates cross-disciplined talents in problem-solving for complex issues in both mature and start-up organizations in the medical device industry. Most recently, Gord’s dedication and energy have resulted in successful quality and regulatory outcomes for organizations and the development of their leadership toward sustained compliance.

David W. Wright, ICD.D, has spent his career supporting technology-enhanced high-growth companies as an equity research analyst, investment banker and corporate advisor. Through Cassio Capital Advisors Inc. (www.cassiocapital.com), David provides Capital Markets, Corporate Finance and Transaction Advisory and Valuation services. David has analyzed thousands of public and private technology companies, including conducting due diligence of private China-based corporations. As an investment banker, David raised capital, provided Fairness Opinions, M&A advice, as well as authored valuation assessments providing insight into companies’ value drivers. As the Executive Director of Equation Angels / Angel One Network, a local angel group, David assisted with deal flow curation and supported the members with industry education and due diligence.

Gail is an accomplished and solution driven life sciences professional with over 20 years in the field. She is skilled in drafting and negotiating contracts, grants, and intellectual property documents. Gail is an experienced leader and manager whose skills in building relationships spans academic, non-profit, government, public and private industry partners from a range of technology sectors including biotech, aerospace, natural resources, pharma and telecommunications.

Mark is a fractional CMO, strategic advisor and entrepreneurship coach for B2B SaaS companies. He provides innovators with strategic guidance to establish marketing foundations underpinned by clear customer stories, go-to-market plans and tactical oversight. Before starting Marketing Spark in 2008, he co-founded a startup, worked for startups, and was an award-winning technology journalist.

With almost 25 years of experience in building program P&Ls, loyalty program design and technology, international market expansion and product development, Jisun has had the opportunity to experience first-hand what organizations need to build a sustainable business model while ultimately helping brands build deeper, more meaningful relationships with their consumers. Currently, Jisun leads the strategic planning process and oversight as Kognitiv’s Chief Strategy Officer. Prior to Kognitiv, Jisun was the Chief Product Officer for Flexiti, a fintech based in Toronto that has built a proprietary lending platform for retailers leveraging blockchain technology. In addition, during her tenure as the Head of Client Services at Loyalty One, she developed C level relationships across major Retail, Financial Services and Telco partnerships in Canada, as well as negotiations & program design into international markets with Banco do Brazil.