JENNIFER RENDA

Jennifer is a serial entrepreneur with extensive knowledge of the Technology and Consumer Electronics industries, where she has more than 15 years of experience.  Following a successful exit, she founded her most recent company, which collaborates with OEMs to execute market emergence, growth and support functions within North America.  Jennifer has grown her investment portfolio to include primarily MedTech, HealthTech and early-stage Life Sciences opportunities, where she aims to maintain an active investor role.   She is a member of various Angel groups and was recognized as York Angel Investors Angel of the Year in 2019.  In 2024 she received the Platinum Jubilee Award for making significant contributions to the Markham – Unionville community.   She is also an Investing Partner at Kanata Ventures, investing in high-growth enterprise tech companies globally.  Jennifer currently sits on the Board of Directors at Kanata Ventures.  Collaborating within the global startup and scaleup communities is a genuine passion for Jennifer and she actively supports these ecosystems.  She continues to promote and support the accessibility of outstanding opportunities to scale globally as she believes brilliance knows no boundaries.  Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Toronto and holds an MBA from the Schulich School of Business with a focus on Entrepreneurial Studies, Finance and Strategy.