Launch Academy - Vancouver
AcceleratorVancouver · Pre-Seed–Seed · 7 people tracked
Also known as Launch Academy
Investment thesis
Founded in 2012 in Vancouver, Launch positions itself as Western Canada's leading entrepreneurship facility, serving as a soft-landing pad for domestic and international startup founders. It helps entrepreneurs build businesses through education, mentorship, lean metrics, and networking, running programs such as its LaunchPad incubation program and Revenue Factory course. By concentrating high-quality entrepreneurs in one place, Launch aims to vet ideas, test business models, and grow a vibrant startup ecosystem that creates jobs and opens new markets.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 2, 2026.
Team · 7 people
from the firm's websiteAn entrepreneur, designer, and growth hacker who has launched products across crowdfunding, e-commerce, SaaS, and marketplaces. He sold his first startup in 2013 and has been recognized among BC's Top 30 under 30.
A co-founder and long-time figure in Vancouver's tech scene, Ray has founded and funded startups, mentored numerous entrepreneurs, and produced events to promote the city's tech sector.
A serial high-tech entrepreneur with over 17 years in software and telecom, having founded and run three high-tech companies after early roles at Nortel and Newbridge Networks.
Originally from France with a background in HR in the tech industry, having worked at companies such as Ubisoft and DNEG before moving to Vancouver.
Handles social media at Launch Academy, with prior experience promoting a social business incubator and leading a content team at a US-based edtech startup.
A program manager passionate about video games and tech; she is also a Twitch streamer and founded SFU's first PC gaming club.
Head of Programs at Launch Academy, overseeing its various startup programs. He has advised hundreds of startups on go-to-market and previously consulted for major tech firms on developer relations.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Launch Academy - Vancouver invest at?
- Launch Academy - Vancouver invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What sectors does Launch Academy - Vancouver focus on?
- Launch Academy - Vancouver focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Launch Academy - Vancouver located?
- Launch Academy - Vancouver is headquartered in Vancouver, CA.
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