RBC

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution headquartered in Toronto, Canada, offering a comprehensive range of services including personal and commercial banking, insurance, wealth management, and capital markets. Its Personal & Commercial Banking segment provides various financial products such as checking and savings accounts, personal loans, and payment solutions. The Wealth Management segment delivers tailored advice and strategies to high net worth individuals and institutional clients. The bank's Insurance segment offers life, health, and property insurance solutions. RBC Capital Markets serves as the bank's investment and corporate banking arm, providing advisory and financing services to corporations, institutional investors, and governments across multiple sectors, including technology, healthcare, and manufacturing. Additionally, RBC Capital Partners focuses on private equity and venture capital investments, targeting early to late-stage companies across diverse industries. Established in 1864, RBC has built a strong reputation and is recognized for its high credit ratings and extensive global reach.

Rishika Aggarwal

Analyst

Cale Bentley

Vice President

Stewart Burton

Vice Chairman

Sandrine Cailleteau

Managing Director, Healthcare

John Clark

Director, National Client Group

Wayne Fraser

Managing Director, Corporate Client Group and Head, Alberta and Territories

Katherine Gibson

interim CFO

Aly Gillani

Managing Director and Head, Canadian Tech Investment Banking

David Goldband

Vice President

Matthew Hall

Director

Jane Henderson

Vice President of Senior Commercial Markets

Simone Johnson

Vice President, Securitisation

Haitham Karaket

Managing Director, Investments Services

Kelly Kerr

Senior Vice President, RBC Wealth

John LaVoie

Managing Director

Janice Lai

Vice President

Barrie Laver

Managing Director, Head of Venture Capital and Private Equity

Brandon Lew

CEO

Steve Lewis

Director

Alexander Lim

Managing Director

Yonette Chung McLean

Managing Director

Jordan McMullen

Director

Matt McPhillips

Investment Banking Associate

Eric O'Dell

Managing Director and Head of Automotive and Advanced Mobility

Greg Pardy

Analyst

Lewis Reynolds

Senior Vice President and Senior Commercial Relationship Manager, Commercial Markets

Laura Ryan

Vice President

Donald Sanya

President

Peter von Schilling

Managing Director

Hannah Sloane

Associate Director, Corporate Communications

Andrew Smith

Managing Director

Patrick Trainor

Managing Director

Julia Wall

Associate Director, Venture Capital and Private Equity

Jeffrey Wong

Vice President

Jason Yang

Investment Banking Analyst

Past deals in Toronto

Tradelogiq

Secondary Market in 2022
TradeLogiq is a developer and operator of an alternative trading system focused on Canadian exchange-listed equities. The company employs advanced technology to operate a sophisticated trading platform that offers enhanced marketplace solutions and access to vital liquidity. Additionally, TradeLogiq provides comprehensive market data and analytics, helping clients effectively analyze their operations and achieve optimal execution for investors and market participants. By facilitating trading across all major Canadian listed exchanges, TradeLogiq aims to improve the trading experience and outcomes for its users.

Boosted.ai

Series B in 2022
Boosted.ai, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, is an artificial intelligence company that focuses on improving portfolio management for the global financial industry. The company offers a proprietary web-based platform called Boosted Insights, which enables portfolio managers to utilize advanced quantitative investing techniques without needing extensive coding or data science expertise. By leveraging distributed machine learning, Boosted.ai aims to enhance investment decision-making processes and outcomes, making sophisticated financial strategies more accessible to professionals in the field.

Tealbook

Series B in 2021
Tealbook, Inc. operates an online supplier knowledge management and procurement platform aimed at enhancing buyer-supplier relationships. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company consolidates and centralizes credible supplier information, including company details, product offerings, social media feeds, and diversity certifications. This data-driven platform facilitates procurement teams in identifying qualified suppliers, collaborating with stakeholders, and improving visibility and analytics across the supplier base. Tealbook integrates seamlessly with various enterprise systems, such as ERP and contract management tools, to streamline procurement processes. Since its incorporation in 2012, Tealbook has gained recognition for its innovative approach, earning placements on lists like the CIX Top 20 and the Gartner Cool Vendor list. The platform is designed to empower organizations by providing access to a broader ecosystem of qualified suppliers, thereby enabling agile procurement and fostering meaningful partnerships.

DRI Healthcare Trust

Post in 2021
DRI Healthcare Trust provides unitholders with differentiated exposure to the anticipated growth in the global pharmaceuticals and biotechnology markets. Our business model is focused on managing and growing a diversified portfolio of pharmaceutical royalties with the aim to deliver attractive growth in cash royalty receipts over the long term.

Marathon Gold

Post in 2020
Marathon Gold Corporation is a Canadian company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral resource projects, primarily targeting gold and other precious and base metals. The company's flagship asset is the Valentine Lake gold property, situated in Newfoundland and Labrador. This project encompasses a series of four mineralized deposits connected by a 20-kilometer system, showcasing the company's commitment to advancing its mining operations. Incorporated in 2009, Marathon Gold is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and aims to leverage its exploration efforts to enhance its portfolio in the mining sector.

Drop

Series B in 2019
Drop Technologies Inc. operates a mobile-based loyalty platform that enables users to earn reward points on various brands through their debit and credit card purchases. Users can link their cards to the application, allowing them to accumulate points that can be redeemed for experiences, dining, and shopping. The platform caters to brick-and-mortar retailers, online retailers, and subscription services, enhancing the shopping experience by offering personalized rewards based on spending habits. The mobile application is accessible on both iOS and Android devices. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Drop Technologies Inc. was previously known as Drop Loyalty Inc. before rebranding in January 2018.

Maple

Venture Round in 2019
Maple Corporation is a telemedicine company based in Toronto, Canada, founded in 2015. The company operates a platform that enables patients to consult with Canadian licensed doctors via text or video chat using their phone, tablet, or computer. This service provides patients with a convenient option for obtaining medical diagnoses, treatments, and digital prescriptions without the need to visit a physical clinic. Maple is dedicated to ensuring that individuals have timely access to quality medical care, offering 24/7 availability of highly regarded physicians to meet urgent healthcare needs.

League

Series B in 2018
League, Inc. is a company that develops an enterprise healthcare operating system aimed at improving employee health and lifestyle. Its core offering, the Health Benefits Experience (HBX) platform, functions as a centralized hub for various health solutions, facilitating better engagement and informed decision-making among employees regarding their healthcare. The platform includes features such as a digital wallet for managing coverage and spending accounts, as well as support services for benefits enrollment and navigation. League also provides benefits administration and advisory services, catering to clients in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Chicago, Illinois, League has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and foster employee wellness.

Marathon Gold

Post in 2018
Marathon Gold Corporation is a Canadian company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral resource projects, primarily targeting gold and other precious and base metals. The company's flagship asset is the Valentine Lake gold property, situated in Newfoundland and Labrador. This project encompasses a series of four mineralized deposits connected by a 20-kilometer system, showcasing the company's commitment to advancing its mining operations. Incorporated in 2009, Marathon Gold is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, and aims to leverage its exploration efforts to enhance its portfolio in the mining sector.

Creative Destruction Lab

Venture Round in 2017
The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a seed-stage program designed to support the growth of scalable, science- and technology-driven ventures. Established in 2012 at the Rotman School of Management in Toronto, CDL employs an objectives-focused coaching process that connects startups with experienced entrepreneurs and leading scientists. The program concentrates on various sectors, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, healthcare, and clean technology. With a presence in six cities, including Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, and New York City, CDL aims to facilitate the commercialization of scientific advancements and technological innovations, fostering the development of promising startups in Canada and beyond.

Nuvo Research

Post in 2017
Nuvo Research is a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on improving patient’s lives by developing and commercializing innovative products that address unmet medical needs. The Company has a diverse portfolio of topical products and technologies and immunology products and a platform. Nuvo’s marketed products in the area of topical pain include: Pennsaid®, Pennsaid 2%, Pliaglis and the heated lidocaine/tetracaine patch. In the area of immunology the products include: Immunokine and Oxoferin

Wave

Series D in 2017
Wave is a financial management company that specializes in providing online software solutions for small businesses. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Wave offers a comprehensive suite of services including accounting, invoicing, payroll, and payment processing. With over 3 million users in more than 200 countries, Wave is dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of micro and small businesses by helping them manage their finances effectively. The platform enables business owners to improve cash flow and streamline financial tasks, allowing them to focus on growth and sustainability.

Tricon Residential

Post in 2017
Tricon Residential is a residential real estate company founded in 1988, primarily focused on providing rental housing for the middle-market demographic. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Tricon owns and operates approximately 30,000 single-family and multi-family rental homes across 21 markets in the United States and Canada, with a significant presence in the U.S. Sun Belt. The company manages around $8.2 billion in assets, nearly all of which are invested in the United States. Tricon emphasizes an exceptional rental experience for its residents, which fosters longer tenancies and encourages tenants to treat properties with care. By investing in its team and enhancing living conditions, Tricon aims to positively impact local communities while generating favorable returns for its investors. In addition to its core operations, Tricon also manages real estate funds that target multi-family, senior housing, and student housing assets.

Tricon Residential

Post in 2017
Tricon Residential is a residential real estate company founded in 1988, primarily focused on providing rental housing for the middle-market demographic. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Tricon owns and operates approximately 30,000 single-family and multi-family rental homes across 21 markets in the United States and Canada, with a significant presence in the U.S. Sun Belt. The company manages around $8.2 billion in assets, nearly all of which are invested in the United States. Tricon emphasizes an exceptional rental experience for its residents, which fosters longer tenancies and encourages tenants to treat properties with care. By investing in its team and enhancing living conditions, Tricon aims to positively impact local communities while generating favorable returns for its investors. In addition to its core operations, Tricon also manages real estate funds that target multi-family, senior housing, and student housing assets.

Next AI

Venture Round in 2017
Delivered in Montréal and Toronto, NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program for early or idea stage AI-enabled startups. NextAI is for exceptional teams and individuals from around the world who are commercializing AI research and want to build global companies. NextAI is a global innovation hub for artificial intelligence related venture creation and technology commercialization. We identify talented teams and individuals with ambitious ideas and leverage Canada’s leadership position in AI to provide them with the capital, mentorship, education and network to disrupt industries. NextAI teams have access to up to $200,000 in capital, world-renowned faculty and scientists, a network of Canada’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs, and access to cutting edge AI tools.

Big Viking Games

Debt Financing in 2016
Big Viking Games is a prominent developer of free-to-play social and mobile games, focusing on HTML5 technology to deliver a seamless gaming experience across various platforms, including iOS, Android, and Facebook. Founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Albert Lai and industry veteran Greg Thomson, the company has experienced consistent growth, employing over 100 staff members in Toronto and London. Big Viking Games is recognized for its positive workplace culture, earning accolades as a top employer in Canada. The company's online gaming platform allows users to easily access and enjoy its diverse titles, catering to millions of players worldwide.

SecureKey

Venture Round in 2016
SecureKey Technologies Inc. is an identity and authentication provider that facilitates secure and convenient access to online services for consumers. The company develops cloud-based identity networks that enable organizations to connect users with various online services while ensuring privacy and security. Serving diverse markets including banking, government, healthcare, telecommunications, and utilities, SecureKey offers both its proprietary identity network and professional services. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, SecureKey also has offices in Boston and San Francisco. The firm has established strategic collaborations and is supported by prominent investors, including Visa, MasterCard, and Intel Capital, which enhances its capability to deliver innovative solutions in the identity and authentication space.

Guyana Goldfields

Post in 2016
Guyana Goldfields Inc. specializes in the exploration and production of gold, primarily within the Guiana Shield region of South America, which encompasses parts of Guyana, Venezuela, Suriname, French Guiana, and northern Brazil. The company was established in 1994 and has been actively operating in Guyana since 1996. It focuses on the acquisition, exploration, and development of gold mineral properties, with particular emphasis on the Aurora and Aranka properties. As of August 2020, Guyana Goldfields operates as a subsidiary of Zijin Mining Group Company Limited.
Dundee Precious Metals Inc. is a Canadian based, international gold mining company engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, mining and processing of precious metals.

League

Series A in 2016
League, Inc. is a company that develops an enterprise healthcare operating system aimed at improving employee health and lifestyle. Its core offering, the Health Benefits Experience (HBX) platform, functions as a centralized hub for various health solutions, facilitating better engagement and informed decision-making among employees regarding their healthcare. The platform includes features such as a digital wallet for managing coverage and spending accounts, as well as support services for benefits enrollment and navigation. League also provides benefits administration and advisory services, catering to clients in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with an office in Chicago, Illinois, League has formed strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and foster employee wellness.

Franco-Nevada

Post in 2016
Franco-Nevada Corp is a precious-metals-focused royalty and investment company. The company owns a diversified portfolio of precious metals and royalty streams, which is actively managed to generate the bulk of its revenue from gold, silver, and platinum. The company does not operate mines, develop projects, or conduct exploration. Franco-Nevada's short-term financial performance is linked to the price of commodities and the amount of production from its portfolio of producing assets. Its long-term performance is affected by the availability of exploration and development capital. The company holds a portfolio of assets, diversified by commodity, revenue type, and stagemore

Tricon Residential

Post in 2015
Tricon Residential is a residential real estate company founded in 1988, primarily focused on providing rental housing for the middle-market demographic. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Tricon owns and operates approximately 30,000 single-family and multi-family rental homes across 21 markets in the United States and Canada, with a significant presence in the U.S. Sun Belt. The company manages around $8.2 billion in assets, nearly all of which are invested in the United States. Tricon emphasizes an exceptional rental experience for its residents, which fosters longer tenancies and encourages tenants to treat properties with care. By investing in its team and enhancing living conditions, Tricon aims to positively impact local communities while generating favorable returns for its investors. In addition to its core operations, Tricon also manages real estate funds that target multi-family, senior housing, and student housing assets.

CareGuide

Debt Financing in 2015
CareGuide Inc. is a Toronto-based company that operates online marketplaces designed to connect families and individuals with various care providers. The company offers a portfolio of services that includes senior care, child care, pet care, and home care, facilitating the search for local caregivers such as nannies, babysitters, pet sitters, elder-care providers, and house sitters. Through its user-friendly platforms, CareGuide aims to simplify the process of finding qualified care providers in specific areas, ensuring that families can easily access the support they need for everyday care services.
Element Fleet Management (TSX: EFN) is the leading global fleet management company, providing world-class management services and financing for commercial vehicle and equipment fleets.

Tricon Residential

Post in 2013
Tricon Residential is a residential real estate company founded in 1988, primarily focused on providing rental housing for the middle-market demographic. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Tricon owns and operates approximately 30,000 single-family and multi-family rental homes across 21 markets in the United States and Canada, with a significant presence in the U.S. Sun Belt. The company manages around $8.2 billion in assets, nearly all of which are invested in the United States. Tricon emphasizes an exceptional rental experience for its residents, which fosters longer tenancies and encourages tenants to treat properties with care. By investing in its team and enhancing living conditions, Tricon aims to positively impact local communities while generating favorable returns for its investors. In addition to its core operations, Tricon also manages real estate funds that target multi-family, senior housing, and student housing assets.
Constellation Software Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the development, installation, and customization of software in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Public Sector and Private Sector. The Public Sector segment develops and distributes software solutions primarily to government and government-related customers. The Private Sector segment develops and distributes software solutions, principally to commercial customers. The company also provides related professional and support services, including installation, implementation, training, and customization of software. Constellation Software Inc. was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Varicent

Series C in 2009
Varicent Software Incorporated, founded in 2003 and based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in incentive compensation management (ICM) and sales performance management (SPM) solutions. The company offers a comprehensive suite of software designed to streamline and automate variable-based sales incentive compensation for finance, sales, human resources, and IT departments. Varicent provides tailored solutions for enterprises and mid-sized businesses that face distinct compensation challenges. Its Enterprise Edition supports organizations with over 250 payees by enhancing compensation processes, minimizing errors, ensuring compliance, and improving sales performance. The Business Edition is adaptable for companies with 50 to 250 payees, facilitating the administration of variable pay programs, automating commission calculations, and swiftly distributing personalized payout results to sales teams. Varicent's software also aids in effective territory and quota planning, lead-to-revenue operations, and timely payments, enabling clients to identify sales trends and optimize revenue through predictive insights.

Infobright

Series C in 2008
Infobright Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing a self-tuning analytic database platform tailored for the Internet of Things. The company offers solutions such as the Infobright Enterprise Edition, which efficiently stores and analyzes extensive volumes of machine-generated data, including web data, network logs, and sensor data. Known for its ease of implementation, exceptional data compression, and operational simplicity, Infobright's technology enables enterprises across various sectors, including telecommunications and financial services, to conduct rapid analyses of critical business information. Founded in 2005, the company initially gained recognition for releasing the first commercial open-source analytic database software, fostering a robust user community and an expanding customer base. In March 2017, Infobright was acquired by Ignite Technologies, Inc. and continues to operate through resellers and distributors worldwide.

Viigo

Series A in 2008
Viigo is a developer of a content mobilization platform that provides users with a comprehensive suite of information and services through a customizable smartphone application. The platform delivers a variety of content, including news from multiple sources, weather updates, flight schedules, and real-time sports scores. Additionally, it offers financial tools that allow users to monitor stock portfolios and manage online accounts, along with entertainment options such as hotel and restaurant reviews and blogs. By consolidating these diverse services into a single application, Viigo enhances users' access to crucial information, making it an essential tool for smartphone users seeking up-to-date content and useful services on the go.

Infobright

Series B in 2007
Infobright Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing a self-tuning analytic database platform tailored for the Internet of Things. The company offers solutions such as the Infobright Enterprise Edition, which efficiently stores and analyzes extensive volumes of machine-generated data, including web data, network logs, and sensor data. Known for its ease of implementation, exceptional data compression, and operational simplicity, Infobright's technology enables enterprises across various sectors, including telecommunications and financial services, to conduct rapid analyses of critical business information. Founded in 2005, the company initially gained recognition for releasing the first commercial open-source analytic database software, fostering a robust user community and an expanding customer base. In March 2017, Infobright was acquired by Ignite Technologies, Inc. and continues to operate through resellers and distributors worldwide.

Infobright

Series A in 2006
Infobright Inc., based in Toronto, Canada, specializes in developing a self-tuning analytic database platform tailored for the Internet of Things. The company offers solutions such as the Infobright Enterprise Edition, which efficiently stores and analyzes extensive volumes of machine-generated data, including web data, network logs, and sensor data. Known for its ease of implementation, exceptional data compression, and operational simplicity, Infobright's technology enables enterprises across various sectors, including telecommunications and financial services, to conduct rapid analyses of critical business information. Founded in 2005, the company initially gained recognition for releasing the first commercial open-source analytic database software, fostering a robust user community and an expanding customer base. In March 2017, Infobright was acquired by Ignite Technologies, Inc. and continues to operate through resellers and distributors worldwide.

INEA Corporation

Series B in 2004
INEA Corporation is a privately held company based in Toronto, Ontario, founded in 1992. It specializes in providing performance management software solutions tailored for the financial services industry. The company's integrated platform offers a range of functionalities including enterprise planning, forecasting, modeling, profitability analytics, and management and regulatory reporting. INEA Corporation serves large and complex organizations with diverse lines of business and operational needs, ensuring they can effectively manage their performance. Additionally, the company offers enterprise rollout, technical support, and training services. INEA has sales operations in North America and the United Kingdom, catering to a global clientele.
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