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Keiretsu Forum Canada

Keiretsu Forum Canada

Overview

Keiretsu Forum Canada is an angel investor network that connects its members with investment opportunities in emerging companies from around the globe. Established in 2012, it is the Canadian chapter of the global Keiretsu Forum and operates as a not-for-profit organization with chapters in Toronto, London, Waterloo, and the York Region.

Year Founded

2012

Portfolio Companies

2

Investments

Keiretsu Forum Canada investments
CompanyDateStageLead
The Hotel Communication NetworkDec 2024Series BCo-investor
Pharma in SilicaMay 2026SeedCo-investor

Key People

Alvin A. Kersting

Angel Investor

Angad Sandhu

Keiretsu Member Angel Investor

Emre Peser

Angel Investor Member

Jennifer Renda

Investor

Ray Minato

Investor

Rumjhum Gupta

Entrepreneur I Angel Investor I Deal Screening Committee Member

Winston Edwards

Committee Chair, Investor Member

Bill Charters

Investing Member

Karan Ramchandani

Investing Member

Vanessa Williamson

VP, Investor Relations & Angel Investor

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Sector & Stage Mix

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Investment Activity

Yearly cadence, pace, and funding raised over time.

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2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026

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FAQ

Where is Keiretsu Forum Canada based?

Keiretsu Forum Canada is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

When was Keiretsu Forum Canada founded?

Keiretsu Forum Canada was founded in 2012.

How many portfolio companies does Keiretsu Forum Canada have?

Keiretsu Forum Canada has 2 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.

What are some companies in Keiretsu Forum Canada's portfolio?

Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include The Hotel Communication Network, Pharma in Silica.

What was Keiretsu Forum Canada's most recent investment shown here?

Keiretsu Forum Canada's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Pharma in Silica in 2026.

What sectors does Keiretsu Forum Canada focus on?

Keiretsu Forum Canada focuses on Healthcare & Life Sciences, Enterprise Software, Media, Entertainment & Gaming.

What company stages does Keiretsu Forum Canada focus on?

Keiretsu Forum Canada typically invests at the Early stage.

Firmographic Details

HeadquartersToronto
Year Founded2012

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