Michelle McBane (She / her)

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.