About
Alex Shimla is Principal at Conexus Venture Capital, effective September 2024. He previously co-founded Co.Labs, Saskatchewan's first tech incubator, where he worked with over 200 startups, and co-founded Uniting the Prairies, an annual event bringing together Prairie startups and investors. In his role at the firm, he supports portfolio companies, assists with fundraising, and identifies high-growth Saskatchewan startups.
Experience
- Conexus Venture CapitalPrincipalcurrent2024 — presentSaskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Artificial Intelligence Saskatchewan (AiSK)Advisor, Industry & Government Relations2024 — 2025
- Co.LabsAdvisor2023 — 2024
- Co.LabsExecutive Director2022 — 2023Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Co.LabsAdvisor2021 — 2022
- Co.LabsCo-Founder & Program Director2017 — 2021Saskatchewan, Canada
- Uniting The PrairiesLead Producer2022 — 2024Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Uniting The PrairiesAdvisor2021 — 2022
- Uniting The PrairiesCo-Founder2018 — 2020Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Education
- University of SaskatchewanBachelor’s Degree, Business/Commerce
Same school
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