Build Ventures

Build Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Halifax, Canada, founded in May 2013. The firm specializes in early-stage investments in technology companies primarily located in Atlantic Canada, focusing on sectors such as information technology, clean technology, and life sciences. Build Ventures typically invests between CAD 1 million and CAD 5 million, with initial contributions ranging from CAD 0.5 million to CAD 2 million, preferring to engage with companies after their seed round. The firm is dedicated to supporting founders in building impactful businesses and leverages its team’s extensive operational and investment experience to guide startups through their growth journey.

Keefe, Patrick E.

Partner and Founder

Past deals in Nova Scotia

Carbide

Seed Round in 2021
Carbide, formerly known as Securicy, makes enterprise-class security and privacy accessible to fast-growing companies. Unlike “checkbox-style” compliance solutions, our information security/privacy management platform enables customers to create, promote, and prove their commitment to security no matter which security framework or privacy regulation they wish to comply with.

Affinio

Series B in 2017
Affinio Inc is a marketing intelligence platform based in Halifax, Canada, that utilizes the interest graph to gain insights into consumer behavior. The company provides a Data Science as a Service platform designed to analyze and visualize extensive consumer datasets, allowing users to discover audience segments and understand cultural influences. Affinio's technology employs machine learning and a graph engine to identify natural interest clusters within audiences, revealing insights about consumer affinities, behaviors, and preferences. This information aids brands, agencies, media companies, and publishers in developing effective marketing strategies. Their platform supports various areas, including audience analysis, influencer identification, content strategy, and competitive research. Since its incorporation in 2011 and subsequent rebranding in 2013, Affinio has established itself as a powerful tool for both startups and Fortune 500 companies seeking to engage with the silent majority of social media users who do not actively participate in conversations but are still connected through shared interests.

Manifold.co

Series A in 2017
Manifold allows you to discover, buy, and manage the best developer services for your application, regardless of cloud. Manifold is on a mission to reduce the complexity of building and deploying applications with micro-services and third-party infrastructure services.

The Money Finder

Seed Round in 2017
The Money Finder specializes in cash flow planning training programs but we don’t just want the advisors who choose us to memorize something, we want them to use it. We don’t just want them to pass the test, we want them to share the wealth. And we want them to know how to market their new skills.

Spring Loaded

Venture Round in 2016
Spring Loaded Technology Inc. designs and manufactures innovative bionic knee braces aimed at enhancing mobility and reducing pain for various users. The company's flagship product, the Levitation knee brace, is the first compact device of its kind that improves leg muscle power output, making it beneficial for athletes and individuals with knee injuries or mobility impairments. The product line includes specialized models such as the UpShot tactical knee brace, designed to prevent injuries during intense activities, and the Levitation Ski knee brace, which helps reduce muscle fatigue and joint pain for skiers. These braces cater to a wide range of activities, including weight lifting, running, cycling, and various skilled trades, supporting those with conditions like osteoarthritis and knee injuries. Established in 2012 in Dartmouth, Canada, Spring Loaded sells its products online, focusing on enhancing performance and restoring mobility for its users.

Affinio

Series A in 2015
Affinio Inc is a marketing intelligence platform based in Halifax, Canada, that utilizes the interest graph to gain insights into consumer behavior. The company provides a Data Science as a Service platform designed to analyze and visualize extensive consumer datasets, allowing users to discover audience segments and understand cultural influences. Affinio's technology employs machine learning and a graph engine to identify natural interest clusters within audiences, revealing insights about consumer affinities, behaviors, and preferences. This information aids brands, agencies, media companies, and publishers in developing effective marketing strategies. Their platform supports various areas, including audience analysis, influencer identification, content strategy, and competitive research. Since its incorporation in 2011 and subsequent rebranding in 2013, Affinio has established itself as a powerful tool for both startups and Fortune 500 companies seeking to engage with the silent majority of social media users who do not actively participate in conversations but are still connected through shared interests.
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