Select Success
Select Success
Startup Survival
5% of Canadian small businesses do not survive past their first year, and by the year five, only 69% are still in business. Starting a new business is difficult. It requires proper business planning, funding and the dedication and hard work of the business owner. For most people, it’s an overwhelming undertaking and entrepreneurs need all the help they can get. That’s why Business Accelerators and Incubators (BAIs) are more popular than ever. Business accelerators and incubators (BAIs) in Canada work with entrepreneurs to help them survive and flourish in their early and growth stages.
Accelerator or Incubator?
Finding the right way to access BAI support is too time consuming and difficult, requiring trial-and-error applications to multiple organizations. Even for those that find a path and are accepted into a BAI, they may not have found the right support for their unique business case. To ensure success and not waste time and resources, entrepreneurs need to find the right BAI based on their needs.
Entrepreneurs benefit greatly from BAI support, but they struggle to find and choose the right one that matches with their needs. Venture Raven connects entrepreneurs to Canadian BAIs, providing personalized and data-driven BAI matching and application support services so that entrepreneurs can get into the BAI that is right for them. Our up-to-date database includes programs, funding and grants, mentor profiles, professional networks, and application requirements of Canadian BAIs. Our online tools streamline the application process so that entrepreneurs can select for success.
Looking for professional start-up guidance?
Venture Raven’s team of business consultants can provide you with one-on-one advisory support. Our expertise lies in business development for BAI application success. Contact us to meet your personal business consultant.
TEAM
Dennis Oteng
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Dennis Oteng holds Doctor of Business Administration and is the CEO of Ravens Consulting GH, the leading family business consulting firm in Ghana. He has over a decade as an expert consultant in the fields of Entrepreneurship and Business Development. He is the President of the Legacy Institute of Family Businesses, the convenor of the Africa Family Business Summit, and a publisher and editor of Family Business Africa Magazine. Dr. Oteng has guided the development countless businesses across Africa, and with Venture Raven, he is poised to bring his passion for growth and innovation to businesses in Canada.
Arsalan Khan
Chief Data Officer (CDO)
Mr. Arsalan Khan is an experienced Information and Communications Technology manager, data engineer and technology start-up leader. He is the manager of IT at United Group Pakistan, a large textile firm with 300 employees and offices in 3 countries. His ability to collect and analyse data for actionable insights and long-term decision-making has contributed significantly to the company’s growth and sustainability. Mr. Khan also the sole founder and CEO of ASK Systems, a mobile software start-up specialising in the development of social apps. Under his leadership, the company has successfully launched multiple mobile applications on Google and Apple stores, including a dating app and an anonymous location news forum. Mr. Khan holds a Bachelor in Computer Science from the University of British Columbia.
Manu Srambickalajith
Chief Technical Officer (CTO)
Mr. Manu Srambickalajith is a software architect and technology start-up entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in product development. He is the Founder and CEO of 9Piecesof8 Software Labs, a technology consultancy firm for high-performance applications He is also the co-founder and CTO of Red Panthers Software Solutions, a dedicated Ruby on Rails consultancy. In this role, he leads a team of 50 engineers, fostering a culture of technical growth. Mr. Srambickalajith’s commitment to nurturing talent and innovation are central in all of his entrepreneurial endeavours. Mr. Srambickalajith attended the College of Engineering Chengannur in Kerrala, earning a Bachelor in Technology, Computer Science and Engineering.
Victoria Nawanku
Director of Finance
Ms. Nawanku currently works as the Director of Finance at Pegasus Technologies Ltd., a leading provider of bespoke digital financial and billing solutions in Uganda. During her tenure at the company, she has accrued extensive knowledge and experience in developing and managing the financial strategy of the tech-focused businesses. Her leadership in financial processes and governance procedures have been essential to the company’s success. Ms. Nawanku has been with the company since 2014 and has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration & Accounting from Uganda Christian University.
Mercy Muwanguzi
Director of IT Security
Mrs. Muwanguzi is the Manager of IT Security at Pegasus Technologies Ltd. in Uganda. Under her oversight, in 2021, the company became the first Ugandan-based firm to receive a Payment Service Operator (PSO) license from the Bank of Uganda. This certification assures customers that the company’s payment processing and internal governance meet the highest level of security and compliance standards. Mrs. Muwanguzi brings her expertise to Venture Raven’s cyber security, ensuring the integrity of our platform. Mrs. Muwanguzi holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Sikkim Manipal University, India.