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Vention

Montreal, CA · 9 known investors

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Vention offers a cloud-based full-stack automation platform that unifies modular hardware, software, and AI for designing, programming, simulating, deploying, and monitoring industrial robot cells and automated equipment. It serves manufacturers across North America and Europe for building and managing factory automation projects.

Founders & leadership

ELEtienne Lacroix
Etienne LacroixFounder & CEO
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Max WindischCo-founder & CSO
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François GiguèreChief Technology Officer
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Kreya OwensChief Marketing Officer
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Rob LorbetskieChief Finance Officer
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Joe WykesChief Revenue Officer

Investors · 9

Also in the syndicate · 4

Fidelity Investments CanadaFidelity Investments Canada ULCInvestissement QuébecNVentures

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$220M disclosed across 2 rounds · 2026

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Frequently asked questions

What does Vention do?
Vention offers a cloud-based full-stack automation platform that unifies modular hardware, software, and AI for designing, programming, simulating, deploying, and monitoring industrial robot cells and automated equipment. It serves manufacturers across North America and Europe for building and managing factory automation projects.
Who founded Vention?
Vention was founded by Etienne Lacroix.
Who are Vention's investors?
Vention's investors include NVIDIA, Walter Ventures, White Star Capital, Desjardins Capital, Fonds de solidarité FTQ.
How much funding has Vention raised?
Vention has disclosed $220M raised across 2 rounds.
Where is Vention headquartered?
Vention is headquartered in Montreal, CA.