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AutoCate
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AutoCate is an automotive education company founded by a licensed mechanic to teach drivers—particularly women—how to understand and care for their vehicles. It focuses on building driver knowledge and confidence around car maintenance.
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Stefanie BruinsmaFounderStefanie Bruinsma worked as a licensed automotive technician and studied Mechanical Engineering and MBET at the University of Waterloo before founding AutoCate, an automotive education and repair platform. She has experience in technical commercialization, business development, and building service-business models.
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Emily PykeChief of Trades & Co-founderEmily Pyke is an automotive technician and instructor who has supported Ontario youth through mentoring and tutoring in the skilled trades. She is co-founder and Chief of Trades at AutoCate Website, which provides car maintenance education and repair services.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does AutoCate do?
- AutoCate is an automotive education company founded by a licensed mechanic to teach drivers—particularly women—how to understand and care for their vehicles. It focuses on building driver knowledge and confidence around car maintenance.
- Who founded AutoCate?
- AutoCate was founded by Stefanie Bruinsma, Emily Pyke.
- Who are AutoCate's investors?
- AutoCate's investors include Waterloo Accelerator Centre.