7 Gate Ventures

7 Gate Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on investing in early-stage startups ranging from seed to pre-Series A. Established in 2015, the firm primarily targets the technology sector, with a particular emphasis on software, cloud services, mobile applications, big data, predictive analytics, fintech, and health tech. Comprised of a team of experienced entrepreneurs with a strong background in technology and venture capital, 7 Gate Ventures leverages its industry connections and extensive experience to provide strategic guidance and mentorship to emerging businesses. The firm aims to foster innovation and growth within the startup ecosystem in Vancouver.

Alireza Rahnema

Managing Partner

Shahab Samimi

Senior Associate

Amir Vohooshi

Founding Managing Partner

Past deals in British Columbia

Roomvu

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Over half of all real estate agents operate as a one-person business and did not close a single deal last year. To compete for revenue, realtors need compelling, scalable marketing content. Roomvu is the Content Factory for real estate agents entirely automating the customer acquisition and marketing mechanics historically reserved for large real estate operations. Roomvu creates realtor-branded social media videos enriched with the latest market data so realtors can convert their audience to leads. Roomvu has acquired 6,500 customers across 300 cities in North America achieving 600% revenue growth in the first half of 2020. We create video contents at scale, publish the content and finally enable agents to target and promote their own audience.

Grow

Seed Round in 2019
Leading enterprise fintech platform, acquired by ATB Financial in November 2019. Grow's technology is powering a new generation of data-driven banking products and services, including digital personal loans, instant customer onboarding and account opening, advanced data analytics, and real-time compliance and identification tools. Grow was founded in 2014 and was acquired by ATB Financial in 2019.

Roomvu

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Over half of all real estate agents operate as a one-person business and did not close a single deal last year. To compete for revenue, realtors need compelling, scalable marketing content. Roomvu is the Content Factory for real estate agents entirely automating the customer acquisition and marketing mechanics historically reserved for large real estate operations. Roomvu creates realtor-branded social media videos enriched with the latest market data so realtors can convert their audience to leads. Roomvu has acquired 6,500 customers across 300 cities in North America achieving 600% revenue growth in the first half of 2020. We create video contents at scale, publish the content and finally enable agents to target and promote their own audience.

Spocket

Seed Round in 2018
With the help of Machine Learning, Spocket is set to revolutionize the dropshipping market and aid online retailers compete with Amazon- by removing the need to hold inventory and erasing upfront costs for retailers. Spocket enables over 20,000 entrepreneurs across five continents to launch and scale their online stores. Be part of the revolutionary vision of Spocket to remove inventory from the online and physical retail by using the dropshipping model and fixing the $1.1 trillion issue called inventory distortion.

Leavetown.com Vacations

Series A in 2017
Our vision at Leavetown is simple: to create personalized vacations for families and friends to reconnect with each other in experiential destinations. Our team of highly trained Destination Experts help our guests find perfect vacation accommodation, activities, ski tickets and local deals in breathtaking mountain and nature destinations across Canada and beyond. Founded in 2012, Leavetown has become one of Canada’s most trusted vacation specialists. We’re growing fast, with access to over 12,000 accommodation units across 58 iconic Canadian and American Destinations. Ready for a truly memorable, authentic vacation experience? We invite you to Leavetown with us.

Livekindly

Seed Round in 2017
Livekindly, Inc., based in Vancouver, Canada, is a collective focused on promoting sustainable living through various platforms. The company operates a media outlet that publishes news and stories about health, ethics, and the environment, while also providing resources such as vegan recipes and information on plant-based restaurants and vacations. Livekindly encompasses several brands, including The Fry Family Food Co. and LikeMeat, and is dedicated to transforming the global food system by producing plant-based alternatives that do not rely on animal products. The company manages the entire value chain for its products, from seed growers to distributors, and actively partners with poultry production companies to develop plant-based options. Additionally, Livekindly offers a membership program, Kindmind, which provides plant-based meal plans and expert consultations, fostering a community committed to sustainable and compassionate living.

Spocket

Pre Seed Round in 2017
With the help of Machine Learning, Spocket is set to revolutionize the dropshipping market and aid online retailers compete with Amazon- by removing the need to hold inventory and erasing upfront costs for retailers. Spocket enables over 20,000 entrepreneurs across five continents to launch and scale their online stores. Be part of the revolutionary vision of Spocket to remove inventory from the online and physical retail by using the dropshipping model and fixing the $1.1 trillion issue called inventory distortion.

Attendease

Seed Round in 2017
Attendease Software Corp. is a Vancouver-based company that offers a cloud-based marketing automation platform designed specifically for corporate event managers and teams. The platform encompasses various features including event management, marketing, attendee experience enhancement, publishing and automation tools, portfolio management, and event measurement. Originally founded in 2001 as Coverall Crew, the company shifted its focus to event registration and website development for mid-sized and large technology firms. Over time, the need for a more efficient solution led to the development of the Attendease Event Automation platform, which streamlines the planning and execution of events, making it easier for event planners and marketers to manage their tasks. The company aims to provide a repeatable and scalable process to improve the overall experience for both organizers and attendees.

Leavetown.com Vacations

Venture Round in 2017
Our vision at Leavetown is simple: to create personalized vacations for families and friends to reconnect with each other in experiential destinations. Our team of highly trained Destination Experts help our guests find perfect vacation accommodation, activities, ski tickets and local deals in breathtaking mountain and nature destinations across Canada and beyond. Founded in 2012, Leavetown has become one of Canada’s most trusted vacation specialists. We’re growing fast, with access to over 12,000 accommodation units across 58 iconic Canadian and American Destinations. Ready for a truly memorable, authentic vacation experience? We invite you to Leavetown with us.

Avenue Spaces

Seed Round in 2016
A service that curates high-quality furnishings according to the client’s taste.

Metaoptima

Seed Round in 2016
Metaoptima delivers digital healthcare solutions. It was started by a team of Simon Fraser University and University of British Columbia researchers with the vision of bringing digital healthcare solutions and mobile technologies together with a team of high-level academic researcher

ShareShed

Venture Round in 2015
ShareShed is an online marketplace that promotes environmentally conscious and community-oriented living by facilitating gear sharing. The platform allows users to rent a variety of outdoor adventure equipment, including kayaks, standup paddleboards, and tents, through its website and mobile application. By providing easy access to essential outdoor gear, ShareShed encourages individuals to explore and enjoy outdoor activities, fostering a vibrant lifestyle. The service aims to inspire users to engage with nature while reducing the need for ownership of seldom-used items, thereby supporting a sustainable approach to adventure.

Daily Delivery

Debt Financing in 2015
Daily Delivery is a hyper-local logistics startup based in Vancouver, British Columbia, that leverages a crowdsourced network of delivery specialists to facilitate on-demand and same-day deliveries. The platform enables local businesses and individuals to request and provide deliveries within an hour, streamlining the logistics process. After establishing a strong presence in the business-to-business market, Daily Delivery focuses on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by allowing them to integrate on-demand delivery services for their customers. This service enhances the shopping experience for consumers using websites, mobile apps, or in-store purchases.