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Panache Ventures

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Montreal, CA · Founded 2017 · 23 employees on LinkedIn · 2 known investors

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Panache is a Canadian venture capital firm that invests in early-stage and growth-stage companies, with particular expertise in deep tech, climate tech, AI/ML, healthcare, and enterprise software. The firm is led by experienced founders and operators who provide hands-on support to portfolio companies across Canada.

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Founders & leadership

Panache Ventures was founded in 2017 by Prashant Matta, Mike Cegelski, and Patrick Lor.

PMPrashant Matta
Prashant MattaPrashant Matta is a Managing Partner at Panache Ventures, a Canadian venture capital firm. He previously worked as an investor at OMERS Ventures and held a product strategy role at Samsung, and serves as a board member of the Canadian Venture Capital Association.
MCMike Cegelski
Mike CegelskiPartnerMike Cegelski is managing partner at Panache Ventures. He previously led 500 Startups Canada and founded Beltron (1984–2000) and iBwave (2003–2015), while angel investing in over 50 companies.
PLPatrick Lor
Patrick LorPatrick Lor is Managing Partner at Panache Ventures, a seed-stage venture capital firm investing in enterprise SaaS, fintech, and AI startups, and also leads 500 Startups Canada.
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GTGenevieve Tanguay
Genevieve TanguayPartnerGenevieve Tanguay is a partner at Panache Venture, a Canadian pre-seed venture capital firm. She previously served as CEO of Anges Québec and brings over 25 years of experience in venture capital and private equity, including roles at Fonds de Solidarité and corporate development at Biron Groupe Santé; she holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from HEC Montréal.

Investors · 2

Startup TNTlisted by Startup TNTEdmonton · $5K – $100K

Frequently asked questions

What does Panache Ventures do?
Panache is a Canadian venture capital firm that invests in early-stage and growth-stage companies, with particular expertise in deep tech, climate tech, AI/ML, healthcare, and enterprise software. The firm is led by experienced founders and operators who provide hands-on support to portfolio companies across Canada.
Who founded Panache Ventures?
Panache Ventures was founded by Prashant Matta, Mike Cegelski, Patrick Lor in 2017.
Who are Panache Ventures's investors?
Panache Ventures's investors include Angels of Many, Startup TNT.
Where is Panache Ventures headquartered?
Panache Ventures is headquartered in Montreal, CA.