Claridge

Claridge Inc., established in 1987 and headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, is a private investment firm with over five decades of experience in private equity investing. Founded by Charles Bronfman, the firm represents the interests of the Bronfman family and employs approximately 30 investment and administrative professionals. Claridge manages a diverse portfolio that includes direct equity investments in sectors such as food, real estate, technology, entertainment, and renewable energy. Additionally, the firm engages in third-party managed investments across various industries globally. Its portfolio is strategically designed to optimize economic sector and geographic diversity, allowing Claridge to navigate different economic cycles effectively. The firm's expertise in identifying transformational opportunities and enhancing portfolio company value has contributed to its ability to achieve superior risk-adjusted returns over time.

Pierre Boivin

President and Chief Executive Officer

Nadia Cesaratto

Director, Fund Investments

Ludovic Dumas

Vice President, Direct Investments

Frederic Martel

Chief Investment Officer

Zeno Santache

Chief Financial Officer

Past deals in Montreal

Busbud

Series C in 2020
Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book inter-city bus tickets across various destinations in Canada and internationally. The platform aggregates information from numerous bus operators, providing users with access to schedules, pricing, service classes, amenities, and reviews. With coverage spanning over 10,463 cities in 89 countries, Busbud supports multiple languages and currencies, making it a comprehensive resource for planning bus trips. Through its website and mobile application, the company aims to simplify the bus travel experience for users worldwide.

WorkJam

Series C in 2020
WorkJam, Inc. is a company that offers a web and mobile application designed to enhance workforce management and employee engagement across various industries, including retail, hospitality, healthcare, and manufacturing. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with additional offices in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Melbourne, Australia, WorkJam's platform provides features for shift and task management, scheduling, communication, training, and employee recognition. It aims to empower shift-based and non-desk workers by facilitating agile scheduling and effective communication, ultimately driving operational efficiency and productivity. The company's solutions also support improved labor cost management and customer experience by fostering a motivated and engaged workforce. WorkJam has established a strategic partnership with Digital Goodie to further enhance its offerings.

Busbud

Series B in 2018
Busbud, Inc. is an online platform that specializes in bus travel booking services. Founded in 2011 and based in Montreal, Canada, the company allows travelers to search, compare, and book inter-city bus tickets across various destinations in Canada and internationally. The platform aggregates information from numerous bus operators, providing users with access to schedules, pricing, service classes, amenities, and reviews. With coverage spanning over 10,463 cities in 89 countries, Busbud supports multiple languages and currencies, making it a comprehensive resource for planning bus trips. Through its website and mobile application, the company aims to simplify the bus travel experience for users worldwide.