Worldwide: Venture Capital

Christian Munafo, Portfolio Manager of Growth Equity at VanEck, discusses the evolution of the non-traditional secondaries market, the rise of late-stage private investing, and the growing convergence of public and private markets. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in venture and growth equity secondaries, he explains how the market has expanded beyond traditional LP-led transactions to include GP-led deals, structured solutions, and direct investments in private companies.

Erik Degiorgi, Founder and CEO of NetSpeek, shares his entrepreneurial journey from military service through hardware companies and furniture making to launching an AI-powered platform for network management. How does NetSpeek's vertically integrated AI transform the way organizations manage collaboration spaces and network technologies? What lessons has Degiorgi learned about discipline, team building, and maintaining focus while navigating the challenges of building a first-to-market AI company?

This insight is a companion to Venture capital opportunities in Canada’s defence sector which addresses the market landscape, government investment vehicles and the strategic opportunity for venture capital...

Welcome to Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP’s fifth annual comprehensive report on venture capital and growth equity financing transactions in Canada’s emerging and high growth companies ecosystem.

Debt Finance partner Raquel Smith joins hosts Laura Cicirelli and Eric Weiner to discuss venture debt facilities, unpacking key terms founders should understand including common red flags, covenants, and events of default. The conversation explores building strong relationships within the venture debt ecosystem and examines the broader risks, strategic considerations, and potential pitfalls associated with venture debt financings.

The health tech investment landscape has fundamentally shifted from rewarding innovation to demanding provable ROI, as investors now prioritize workflow ownership, measurable value creation...

Building a startup isn’t just about product and growth—it’s about getting the legal and financial foundation right from day one.

Strong startup ecosystems thrive on trust, expertise, and clear paths to capital. Trey Bowles, founder of Park Cities Angel Network, discusses how community-rooted early-stage investing, disciplined deal flow, and practical founder guidance create the infrastructure that helps companies avoid costly mistakes and gives local innovation a better chance to scale.

Qualified small business stock (QSBS) and non-QSBS issued to founders, employees and independent contractors is generally subject to Section 83.