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Outperforming the Markets, and the Making of Hunters!

Posted on May 2, 2012 by Chris Arsenault at iNovia Capital

This year’s CVCA Annual Conference theme is about “Outperforming the Markets”. And as you will notice, the line-up of speakers we pulled together are doing just that, outperforming the markets. The team at iNovia Capital is proud to be a part of this annual gathering of the most important venture capitalists and private equity managers in the country, and abroad. And better yet, the CVCA 2012 Conference is being held right in our backyard, in Montréal from May 23-25, 2012. Continue reading →

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Canada is back, and it needs to stay back in a big way!

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Chris Arsenault at iNovia Capital

In the world of venture capital, the most noticeable sign of change has been the influx of U.S. investors seeking out early stage opportunities and backing Canadian category leaders in pursuing aggressive growth strategies. The launch of organizations such as the C100 kick-started this trend, helping secure over $400 million in cross-border venture capital since inception. Continue reading →

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Media Armor Empowers Retailers to Invest Effectively in Mobile Display

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Geoff Judge at iNovia Capital

We are very proud to announce that iNovia has lead a $1.5M Series A round in Media Armor, a Mobile Display technology company. We first got introduction to the company via a trusted source, in this case it was the CEO of Local Response, Nihal Mehta. I’ve found that over the years many of my best investments have come when one of my current CEOs makes an introduction, as they appreciate the work you’ve done to help them grow and recognize great fellow entrepreneurs.

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Resonate Ready to Revolutionize “Big Data” through Breakthrough in Values Marketing

Posted on February 22, 2012 by tarapellegrino at iNovia Capital

Ted Leonsis, Steve Case & the Revolution Growth team, joins iNovia Capital & Greycroft as value-added co-investors in Resonate Networks. Resonate, a leading advertising technology company focused on values marketing, today announced that it will use more than $20 million in new funding from Revolution Growth and other investors to accelerate its business, including the launch of a breakthrough “big data” tool for political campaigns and corporate marketers. Revolution Growth Co-Founder Ted Leonsis will join Resonate’s Board, and help lead the company’s new effort. Continue reading →

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Building the team

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Chris Arsenault at iNovia Capital

We are proud to announce that David Nault has joined the ranks of iNovia Capital as full time Entrepreneur in Residence. Amongst his other responsibilities, he is specifically in charge of evaluating investment opportunities originating from Quebec and providing support to the growing entrepreneurial ecosystem in our own backyard. Continue reading →

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33Across Acquires Tynt Multimedia and Becomes a Social Data Powerhouse

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Shawn Abbott at iNovia Capital

Tynt’s network of publisher partners through which data is collected is about the best there is along with the expansive data sets that a Google or Facebook have. We at Tynt predicted that independent sources of data able to meet high-value applications would be incredibly valuable…quantity and breadth of data required to drive these sophisticated algorithms is mind-boggling. This is the basis of the hook-up between 33Across and Tynt. Continue reading →

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Talk To Us When You Have Traction! Huh?

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Kevin Swan at iNovia Capital

This is probably one of the most common phrases you hear from venture capitalists. It has become the de facto phrase from an investor that really isn’t interested in your startup, but wants to let you down easy. I make a conscious effort to avoid taking this backdoor, but I know that I have been guilty of it as well. Continue reading →

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Montreal in 2012:

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Chris Arsenault at iNovia Capital

2012 is Montreal best year yet, because many key success factors will further be put in place to help build a stronger tech and startup ecosystem here. Montreal’s entrepreneurial DNA is spreading to more than just the few. Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays!

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Kevin Swan at iNovia Capital

As we reflect on the past year we are constantly brought back to the reason what we do is possible … Read more

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iNovia Fund III

Posted on December 16, 2011 by John Elton at iNovia Capital

Today, we are happy to announce the first close of $110M for our third found focused on investments in the Digital Media, Internet and Communications sectors. Continue reading →

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