Michelle McBane (she/her)
Managing Director, StandUp Ventures
Michelle McBane is the Founder and Managing Director of StandUp Ventures, a Toronto-based venture capital firm investing in early-stage technology companies led or co-led by women founders.
She is known for a pragmatic, founder-first approach, backing capital-efficient companies with the potential to scale into category leaders.
Michelle is a recognized leader in Canada’s venture ecosystem, including being named CVCA Women in Venture Capital of the Year, and is an active mentor and speaker on venture capital, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Sessions
FundFest
Countering the Doom and Gloom - Emerging Managers in Today’s Venture Landscape
Despite a challenging fundraising and exit environment, a new generation of venture managers continues to launch funds and back ambitious founders. This discussion explores how emerging managers are navigating the current market, differentiating their strategies, and building durable firms. See More.