Portage

Portage Ventures is a venture capital firm based in Toronto, Canada, established in 2016 as the corporate venture capital arm of Sagard Holdings. The firm specializes in investing in early-stage, growth-stage, and later-stage companies within the financial technology sector. Portage Ventures is dedicated to identifying and supporting promising Canadian fintech companies that have the potential to achieve significant global impact. Through its strategic investments, the firm aims to foster innovation and development in the financial services industry.

Jake Bodanis

Partner, Portage Ventures

Ross Darwin

Principal

Adam Felesky

Co-Founder and CEO

Ricky Lai

Partner

Victoire Lavigne

Principal, Portage Ventures

Leo Liu

Senior Associate

Gabi Makari

Associate

AJ Okereke

Principal

Juliette Souliman

Principal

Alex Tung

Associate

Jonathan Tétrault

Managing Partner and Member of the Management Committee

Past deals in Motor Insurance

Marshmallow

Series C in 2025
Marshmallow Financial Services Limited, known as Marshmallow, is a London-based insurtech company that specializes in motor vehicle insurance. Founded in 2017, it focuses on providing car insurance products for residents relocating to the United Kingdom. Marshmallow aims to simplify the insurance process through technology, offering features such as instant policy management, personal support, and no administrative fees. The company controls the entire value chain, from sign-up and pricing to claims, which enhances the customer experience. While it began with car insurance, Marshmallow plans to expand its offerings to include various insurance products across multiple regions.

Hellas Direct

Venture Round in 2021
Hellas Direct is a Cyprus-based digital-first insurance company that leverages advanced technology and artificial intelligence to transform the insurance industry. The company offers a range of insurance products, including car, motorcycle, and home insurance, by utilizing algorithms and advanced analytics to provide competitive pricing. By focusing on operational excellence, Hellas Direct aims to streamline the insurance process, making it simpler and more accessible for clients. With a mission to disrupt the traditional insurance value chain, Hellas Direct adopts a customer-centric approach, ensuring that clients receive the best possible offers tailored to their needs.

Acheel

Venture Round in 2021
Acheel is an insurance technology company that focuses on simplifying access to various non-life insurance products, including automotive, housing, healthcare, pet, and PNO. The company's digital platform enables users to manage contracts, customize coverage options, and track refunds, enhancing the overall customer experience. Acheel aims to modernize the insurance sector by providing innovative solutions that make insurance more accessible and affordable for consumers.

Hellas Direct

Series C in 2019
Hellas Direct is a Cyprus-based digital-first insurance company that leverages advanced technology and artificial intelligence to transform the insurance industry. The company offers a range of insurance products, including car, motorcycle, and home insurance, by utilizing algorithms and advanced analytics to provide competitive pricing. By focusing on operational excellence, Hellas Direct aims to streamline the insurance process, making it simpler and more accessible for clients. With a mission to disrupt the traditional insurance value chain, Hellas Direct adopts a customer-centric approach, ensuring that clients receive the best possible offers tailored to their needs.

Hellas Direct

Series B in 2018
Hellas Direct is a Cyprus-based digital-first insurance company that leverages advanced technology and artificial intelligence to transform the insurance industry. The company offers a range of insurance products, including car, motorcycle, and home insurance, by utilizing algorithms and advanced analytics to provide competitive pricing. By focusing on operational excellence, Hellas Direct aims to streamline the insurance process, making it simpler and more accessible for clients. With a mission to disrupt the traditional insurance value chain, Hellas Direct adopts a customer-centric approach, ensuring that clients receive the best possible offers tailored to their needs.
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