GROWTH COACH TEAM

The Business Advisory services of WEtech Alliance are all about tangible results, measurable impacts and enhancing the resources locally available to ventures of Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent. Our Growth Coach Team allows us to extend the services of thought leaders, experienced entrepreneurs, global subject experts, and best-in-class service providers to our clients, putting an incredible group of people within arms reach when they are needed most. Resources delivered at the right time, every time.

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Adam joined WelchGroup in 2018 as our Managing Director, Valuations. Adam is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Chartered Business Valuator and previously was President of Capacity Financial Consulting Inc. Adam’s expertise in business valuations spans close to 15 years, working previously at PricewaterhouseCoopers and various other firms with the focus on valuations and strategic acquisitions. Adam has valued numerous companies for M&A, divestitures, tax, and financial reporting. Adam has also acted as virtual CFO for various start-up companies. Adam is also the Volunteer Founder and Chairman of the Eldercare Foundation of Ottawa, an Ottawa-based charity that provides funding, programs and support to enhance the lives of seniors living in non-profit long-term care homes.
Adam joined WelchGroup in 2018 as our Managing Director, Valuations. Adam is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Chartered Business Valuator and previously was President of Capacity Financial Consulting Inc. Adam’s expertise in business valuations spans close to 15 years, working previously at PricewaterhouseCoopers and various other firms with the focus on valuations and strategic acquisitions. Adam has valued numerous companies for M&A, divestitures, tax, and financial reporting. Adam has also acted as virtual CFO for various start-up companies. Adam is also the Volunteer Founder and Chairman of the Eldercare Foundation of Ottawa, an Ottawa-based charity that provides funding, programs and support to enhance the lives of seniors living in non-profit long-term care homes.
Adam joined WelchGroup in 2018 as our Managing Director, Valuations. Adam is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Chartered Business Valuator and previously was President of Capacity Financial Consulting Inc. Adam’s expertise in business valuations spans close to 15 years, working previously at PricewaterhouseCoopers and various other firms with the focus on valuations and strategic acquisitions. Adam has valued numerous companies for M&A, divestitures, tax, and financial reporting. Adam has also acted as virtual CFO for various start-up companies. Adam is also the Volunteer Founder and Chairman of the Eldercare Foundation of Ottawa, an Ottawa-based charity that provides funding, programs and support to enhance the lives of seniors living in non-profit long-term care homes.

BUSINESS VALUATOR COACH

Adam Nihmey
Managing Director, Valuations, Welch Capital
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Andi is a CPA with expertise in E-commerce, Marketplaces, SAAS, FinTech. He specializes in designing financial modeling for startups with Unit Economics at the center of it. He likes to emphasize the value of setting OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). As a Licensed Home Builder and with a passion for delivering value he hopes to build a lot more Missing Middle housing types in Windsor.
Andi is a CPA with expertise in E-commerce, Marketplaces, SAAS, FinTech. He specializes in designing financial modeling for startups with Unit Economics at the center of it. He likes to emphasize the value of setting OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). As a Licensed Home Builder and with a passion for delivering value he hopes to build a lot more Missing Middle housing types in Windsor.
Andi is a CPA with expertise in E-commerce, Marketplaces, SAAS, FinTech. He specializes in designing financial modeling for startups with Unit Economics at the center of it. He likes to emphasize the value of setting OKRs (Objectives and Key Results). As a Licensed Home Builder and with a passion for delivering value he hopes to build a lot more Missing Middle housing types in Windsor.

FINANCE/ACCOUNTING COACH

Andi Shallvari
Startup Accountant, 1CityHome Inc
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Bhupinder’s practice focuses on patent & technology law, particularly obtaining and leveraging IP rights for tech clients. He prepares and files patent applications relating to AI, quantum computing, wireless communication, control systems, robotics, computer networks and more. He helps clients with IP, monetization, develop licensing and sale strategies; advises on IP aspects of commercial transactions and analyzing competitive intelligence.
Bhupinder’s practice focuses on patent & technology law, particularly obtaining and leveraging IP rights for tech clients. He prepares and files patent applications relating to AI, quantum computing, wireless communication, control systems, robotics, computer networks and more. He helps clients with IP, monetization, develop licensing and sale strategies; advises on IP aspects of commercial transactions and analyzing competitive intelligence.
Bhupinder’s practice focuses on patent & technology law, particularly obtaining and leveraging IP rights for tech clients. He prepares and files patent applications relating to AI, quantum computing, wireless communication, control systems, robotics, computer networks and more. He helps clients with IP, monetization, develop licensing and sale strategies; advises on IP aspects of commercial transactions and analyzing competitive intelligence.

GROWTH COACH

Bhupinder Randhawa
Partner, Bereskin & Parr LLP
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Camille Kennedy is a revenue driven consultant, specializing in helping both B2B & B2C companies with marketing and sales strategies. With over 15 years experience, she is well-versed in working with brands of all sizes including the likes of: ABinBev, P&G, Dyson, Frito-Lay, Canopy and several tech start-ups/scale-ups and small businesses in a variety of verticals looking to scale, fast. Some of her areas of expertise to note: growth marketing, demand generation, inside sales/sales strategy, thought leadership, budget marketing, influencer marketing, PR and more.
Camille Kennedy is a revenue driven consultant, specializing in helping both B2B & B2C companies with marketing and sales strategies. With over 15 years experience, she is well-versed in working with brands of all sizes including the likes of: ABinBev, P&G, Dyson, Frito-Lay, Canopy and several tech start-ups/scale-ups and small businesses in a variety of verticals looking to scale, fast. Some of her areas of expertise to note: growth marketing, demand generation, inside sales/sales strategy, thought leadership, budget marketing, influencer marketing, PR and more.
Camille Kennedy is a revenue driven consultant, specializing in helping both B2B & B2C companies with marketing and sales strategies. With over 15 years experience, she is well-versed in working with brands of all sizes including the likes of: ABinBev, P&G, Dyson, Frito-Lay, Canopy and several tech start-ups/scale-ups and small businesses in a variety of verticals looking to scale, fast. Some of her areas of expertise to note: growth marketing, demand generation, inside sales/sales strategy, thought leadership, budget marketing, influencer marketing, PR and more.

MARKETING COACH

Camille Kennedy
Sales & Marketing Consultant
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Evan is an enthusiastic digital marketer and thrives on simplifying the path to conversion. Evan has worked for 15 years in performance media for some of Canada's top brands, such as GM, RBC, Canadian Tire, Audi and more. He has a masters degree in Management and Innovation from Smith School of Business and is the Co-Founder of Old Son's Distillery.
Evan is an enthusiastic digital marketer and thrives on simplifying the path to conversion. Evan has worked for 15 years in performance media for some of Canada's top brands, such as GM, RBC, Canadian Tire, Audi and more. He has a masters degree in Management and Innovation from Smith School of Business and is the Co-Founder of Old Son's Distillery.
Evan is an enthusiastic digital marketer and thrives on simplifying the path to conversion. Evan has worked for 15 years in performance media for some of Canada's top brands, such as GM, RBC, Canadian Tire, Audi and more. He has a masters degree in Management and Innovation from Smith School of Business and is the Co-Founder of Old Son's Distillery.

DIGITAL MARKETING COACH

Evan Powell
Group Director, Media Strategy
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Femi is a trained pharmacist with a post-graduation diploma in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs Professional certifications (Canada, EU and US) and ASQ Biomedical Auditor Certification. He has over 25 years of multi-regional regulatory and quality compliance experience in the Pharmaceutical and medical devices industries. He is an embodiment of knowledge when it comes to regulatory approval and post approval management of medical devices in Canada, USA, EU, Australia, and other countries across the globe.
Femi is a trained pharmacist with a post-graduation diploma in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs Professional certifications (Canada, EU and US) and ASQ Biomedical Auditor Certification. He has over 25 years of multi-regional regulatory and quality compliance experience in the Pharmaceutical and medical devices industries. He is an embodiment of knowledge when it comes to regulatory approval and post approval management of medical devices in Canada, USA, EU, Australia, and other countries across the globe.
Femi is a trained pharmacist with a post-graduation diploma in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance & Quality Control, Regulatory Affairs Professional certifications (Canada, EU and US) and ASQ Biomedical Auditor Certification. He has over 25 years of multi-regional regulatory and quality compliance experience in the Pharmaceutical and medical devices industries. He is an embodiment of knowledge when it comes to regulatory approval and post approval management of medical devices in Canada, USA, EU, Australia, and other countries across the globe.

COMPLIANCE COACH

Femi Adeoye
Health Canada Product and Facility License Submissions (including Natural Health Products); Quality Control; GMP for Food Facilities
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Garry Chan is a technology entrepreneur and advisor. He is passionate about advising, building, and running technology-driven businesses. He is the Chief Technology Officer at AI Partnerships Corp. He mentors and advises tech-driven companies directly and through universities and incubators. He graduated from University of Calgary (BSc), Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto (Executive MBA), and Carnegie Mellon University (MSc).
Garry Chan is a technology entrepreneur and advisor. He is passionate about advising, building, and running technology-driven businesses. He is the Chief Technology Officer at AI Partnerships Corp. He mentors and advises tech-driven companies directly and through universities and incubators. He graduated from University of Calgary (BSc), Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto (Executive MBA), and Carnegie Mellon University (MSc).
Garry Chan is a technology entrepreneur and advisor. He is passionate about advising, building, and running technology-driven businesses. He is the Chief Technology Officer at AI Partnerships Corp. He mentors and advises tech-driven companies directly and through universities and incubators. He graduated from University of Calgary (BSc), Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto (Executive MBA), and Carnegie Mellon University (MSc).

TECHNOLOGY COACH

Garry Chan
Chief Technology Officer, AI Partnerships Corp.
Jeff Guindon
Through his career Jeff has had the opportunity to help and grow small, medium and large businesses in various capacities and has held business development roles with companies in IT, Manufacturing, Energy and Financial services sectors.
Through his career Jeff has had the opportunity to help and grow small, medium and large businesses in various capacities and has held business development roles with companies in IT, Manufacturing, Energy and Financial services sectors.
Through his career Jeff has had the opportunity to help and grow small, medium and large businesses in various capacities and has held business development roles with companies in IT, Manufacturing, Energy and Financial services sectors.

GROWTH COACH

Jeff Guindon
Client Partner, BDC
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Jennifer Charron is the owner of Logic Executive Search and Workplace Solutions. Jennifer comes with over fifteen years of experience in the recruitment and human resources industry. Prior to opening her own Executive Search Firm, Jennifer held the role of Regional Manager, Professional Services Ontario for the largest privately held staffing firm in Canada where she was led the overall strategic direction of the professional search division. Jennifer also has experience as a Human Resources Manager with a local community hospital. Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Windsor Labour Studies Program and has completed her Certified Personnel Certification from the Association of Canadian Search Employment and Staffing Services. Jennifer is a strong believer in giving back to the community and is involved in various boards and committees including Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) and EPICentre Venture Women Program as a Business Advisor.
Jennifer Charron is the owner of Logic Executive Search and Workplace Solutions. Jennifer comes with over fifteen years of experience in the recruitment and human resources industry. Prior to opening her own Executive Search Firm, Jennifer held the role of Regional Manager, Professional Services Ontario for the largest privately held staffing firm in Canada where she was led the overall strategic direction of the professional search division. Jennifer also has experience as a Human Resources Manager with a local community hospital. Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Windsor Labour Studies Program and has completed her Certified Personnel Certification from the Association of Canadian Search Employment and Staffing Services. Jennifer is a strong believer in giving back to the community and is involved in various boards and committees including Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) and EPICentre Venture Women Program as a Business Advisor.
Jennifer Charron is the owner of Logic Executive Search and Workplace Solutions. Jennifer comes with over fifteen years of experience in the recruitment and human resources industry. Prior to opening her own Executive Search Firm, Jennifer held the role of Regional Manager, Professional Services Ontario for the largest privately held staffing firm in Canada where she was led the overall strategic direction of the professional search division. Jennifer also has experience as a Human Resources Manager with a local community hospital. Jennifer is a graduate of the University of Windsor Labour Studies Program and has completed her Certified Personnel Certification from the Association of Canadian Search Employment and Staffing Services. Jennifer is a strong believer in giving back to the community and is involved in various boards and committees including Rotary Club of Windsor (1918) and EPICentre Venture Women Program as a Business Advisor.

RECRUITMENT COACH

Jennifer Charron
President, Logic Executive Search & Workplace Solutions
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Over 13 years’ experience working within Local & Federal Governments, Consultancy, Construction, Health and Wellness and Tech Start-Up Industries.
Over 13 years’ experience working within Local & Federal Governments, Consultancy, Construction, Health and Wellness and Tech Start-Up Industries.
Over 13 years’ experience working within Local & Federal Governments, Consultancy, Construction, Health and Wellness and Tech Start-Up Industries.

IDEA FUND LEAD MENTOR

Jonathan Stuart
Entrepreneur | Program Manager | Project Manager
Katie Stokes
Katie is a graduate of the Advertising program at St Clair College Centre For The Arts. She has worked corporately in Windsor and has spent the last seven years providing businesses of all sizes with social media solutions.
Katie is a graduate of the Advertising program at St Clair College Centre For The Arts. She has worked corporately in Windsor and has spent the last seven years providing businesses of all sizes with social media solutions.
Katie is a graduate of the Advertising program at St Clair College Centre For The Arts. She has worked corporately in Windsor and has spent the last seven years providing businesses of all sizes with social media solutions.

SOCIAL MEDIA COACH

Katie Stokes
Founder, BlabMedia
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Mick is passionate about personal development, product development, sales and marketing. You might remember Mick from Dragon's Den where he pitched Caddle to the Dragons. Season 11, episode 12 for anyone who missed it 🙂 Mick was a Co-Founder at Caddle, a company that went on to be named on the Startup 50 in 2019. Prior to his time at Caddle, Mick spent than 10 years experience working for some of Canada's largest advertising agencies working with some of the world's leading brands like Johnson & Johnson, Chrysler and RBC.
Mick is passionate about personal development, product development, sales and marketing. You might remember Mick from Dragon's Den where he pitched Caddle to the Dragons. Season 11, episode 12 for anyone who missed it 🙂 Mick was a Co-Founder at Caddle, a company that went on to be named on the Startup 50 in 2019. Prior to his time at Caddle, Mick spent than 10 years experience working for some of Canada's largest advertising agencies working with some of the world's leading brands like Johnson & Johnson, Chrysler and RBC.
Mick is passionate about personal development, product development, sales and marketing. You might remember Mick from Dragon's Den where he pitched Caddle to the Dragons. Season 11, episode 12 for anyone who missed it 🙂 Mick was a Co-Founder at Caddle, a company that went on to be named on the Startup 50 in 2019. Prior to his time at Caddle, Mick spent than 10 years experience working for some of Canada's largest advertising agencies working with some of the world's leading brands like Johnson & Johnson, Chrysler and RBC.

MARKETING COACH

Mick Higgins
Director, Product and Solutions at Kinesso
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Micheline's practice focuses on assessing new technologies, preparing and prosecuting patent applications worldwide, and conducting due diligence analysis on patent portfolios. She has work experience in the chemistry, microbiology, immunology and molecular biology fields, and has worked in the industry for multi-national companies, government agencies and in a hospital laboratory.
Micheline's practice focuses on assessing new technologies, preparing and prosecuting patent applications worldwide, and conducting due diligence analysis on patent portfolios. She has work experience in the chemistry, microbiology, immunology and molecular biology fields, and has worked in the industry for multi-national companies, government agencies and in a hospital laboratory.
Micheline's practice focuses on assessing new technologies, preparing and prosecuting patent applications worldwide, and conducting due diligence analysis on patent portfolios. She has work experience in the chemistry, microbiology, immunology and molecular biology fields, and has worked in the industry for multi-national companies, government agencies and in a hospital laboratory.

GROWTH COACH

Micheline Gravelle
Managing Partner, Bereskin & Parr
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Mike is a successful entrepreneur, active investor and general partner in ventures that have become listed companies on the TSX Venture Exchange. Mike's investment portfolio and business interests encompass a wide range of endeavors from healthcare to automotive, energy production and real estate transactions.
Mike is a successful entrepreneur, active investor and general partner in ventures that have become listed companies on the TSX Venture Exchange. Mike's investment portfolio and business interests encompass a wide range of endeavors from healthcare to automotive, energy production and real estate transactions.
Mike is a successful entrepreneur, active investor and general partner in ventures that have become listed companies on the TSX Venture Exchange. Mike's investment portfolio and business interests encompass a wide range of endeavors from healthcare to automotive, energy production and real estate transactions.

INVESTMENT READINESS COACH

Mike Labiak
Entrepreneur & Investor
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As a lawyer and trademark agent, Mina’s practice focuses on Canadian and International trademark protection. Mina has extensive experience in trademark clearance and search analysis, filing and prosecuting trademark applications, opposition and expungement proceedings and trademark. protection strategy. She is involved in the management of Canadian and International trademark portfolios of many clients.
As a lawyer and trademark agent, Mina’s practice focuses on Canadian and International trademark protection. Mina has extensive experience in trademark clearance and search analysis, filing and prosecuting trademark applications, opposition and expungement proceedings and trademark. protection strategy. She is involved in the management of Canadian and International trademark portfolios of many clients.
As a lawyer and trademark agent, Mina’s practice focuses on Canadian and International trademark protection. Mina has extensive experience in trademark clearance and search analysis, filing and prosecuting trademark applications, opposition and expungement proceedings and trademark. protection strategy. She is involved in the management of Canadian and International trademark portfolios of many clients.

GROWTH COACH

Mina Chana
Partner, Bereskin & Parr LLP
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Nicole Anderson (Sleiman) works in Corporate Initiatives at ENWIN Utilities, where she leads various projects from the CEO office and helps to diversify the portfolio of the company’s unregulated affiliate, ENWIN Energy. Nicole owns IGNITE Health with her husband, a health clinic located in Tecumseh, and consults small businesses and start-ups on topics related to Strategy, Business Development, Innovation and other topics. She volunteers as a Board member for the Erie Shores Healthcare Foundation and Garderie Franco-Sol. Nicole graduated from Ryerson University with her MBA in 2010 and occasionally teaches at the Odette School of Business. In her spare time, she loves to cook and stay active with her family. Nicole resides in Tecumseh with her husband, two children, and goldendoodle, Rio.
Nicole Anderson (Sleiman) works in Corporate Initiatives at ENWIN Utilities, where she leads various projects from the CEO office and helps to diversify the portfolio of the company’s unregulated affiliate, ENWIN Energy. Nicole owns IGNITE Health with her husband, a health clinic located in Tecumseh, and consults small businesses and start-ups on topics related to Strategy, Business Development, Innovation and other topics. She volunteers as a Board member for the Erie Shores Healthcare Foundation and Garderie Franco-Sol. Nicole graduated from Ryerson University with her MBA in 2010 and occasionally teaches at the Odette School of Business. In her spare time, she loves to cook and stay active with her family. Nicole resides in Tecumseh with her husband, two children, and goldendoodle, Rio.
Nicole Anderson (Sleiman) works in Corporate Initiatives at ENWIN Utilities, where she leads various projects from the CEO office and helps to diversify the portfolio of the company’s unregulated affiliate, ENWIN Energy. Nicole owns IGNITE Health with her husband, a health clinic located in Tecumseh, and consults small businesses and start-ups on topics related to Strategy, Business Development, Innovation and other topics. She volunteers as a Board member for the Erie Shores Healthcare Foundation and Garderie Franco-Sol. Nicole graduated from Ryerson University with her MBA in 2010 and occasionally teaches at the Odette School of Business. In her spare time, she loves to cook and stay active with her family. Nicole resides in Tecumseh with her husband, two children, and goldendoodle, Rio.

IDEA FUND LEAD MENTOR

Nicole Anderson
Coordinator, Corporate Initiatives, Enwin Utilities
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Paul has spent over 25 years helping companies to drive revenue forward. He spent 14 years managing explosive global revenue growth at BlackBerry and for the past 7 years he has specialized in enterprise cybersecurity software focusing on cryptographic and quantum risk management. He has held the titles of Chief Revenue Officer, Vice President of Sales and Business Development and Managing Director with start-ups, mid-sized ventures and F1000 organizations. A seasoned presenter, panelist, public and government relations leader with global sales experience selling into strategic accounts including Wall Street, Bay Street, Capitol Hill, the White House, the Pentagon, the Kremlin, Parliament Hill and many more. He currently spends his time as a growth coach for tech start-ups and is an independent senior executive sales, business development and marketing consultant/gun for hire. Paul holds degrees in Communications from the University of Windsor and Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University.
Paul has spent over 25 years helping companies to drive revenue forward. He spent 14 years managing explosive global revenue growth at BlackBerry and for the past 7 years he has specialized in enterprise cybersecurity software focusing on cryptographic and quantum risk management. He has held the titles of Chief Revenue Officer, Vice President of Sales and Business Development and Managing Director with start-ups, mid-sized ventures and F1000 organizations. A seasoned presenter, panelist, public and government relations leader with global sales experience selling into strategic accounts including Wall Street, Bay Street, Capitol Hill, the White House, the Pentagon, the Kremlin, Parliament Hill and many more. He currently spends his time as a growth coach for tech start-ups and is an independent senior executive sales, business development and marketing consultant/gun for hire. Paul holds degrees in Communications from the University of Windsor and Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University.
Paul has spent over 25 years helping companies to drive revenue forward. He spent 14 years managing explosive global revenue growth at BlackBerry and for the past 7 years he has specialized in enterprise cybersecurity software focusing on cryptographic and quantum risk management. He has held the titles of Chief Revenue Officer, Vice President of Sales and Business Development and Managing Director with start-ups, mid-sized ventures and F1000 organizations. A seasoned presenter, panelist, public and government relations leader with global sales experience selling into strategic accounts including Wall Street, Bay Street, Capitol Hill, the White House, the Pentagon, the Kremlin, Parliament Hill and many more. He currently spends his time as a growth coach for tech start-ups and is an independent senior executive sales, business development and marketing consultant/gun for hire. Paul holds degrees in Communications from the University of Windsor and Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University.

BUSINESS DEV. COACH

Paul Lucier
Senior Sales and Business Development Executive Consultant
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Richard is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background and experience in business development, corporate development, strategy, and finance. A big picture thinker with a proven record of cultivating strong relationships, managing complex projects, and driving outstanding results. Richard brings expertise in a broad range of technical areas including financial reporting, planning, analysis, M&A and tax. In his spare time, he loves to give back to the community by serving as a board member for Hockey Helps the Homeless and through coaching youth sports.
Richard is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background and experience in business development, corporate development, strategy, and finance. A big picture thinker with a proven record of cultivating strong relationships, managing complex projects, and driving outstanding results. Richard brings expertise in a broad range of technical areas including financial reporting, planning, analysis, M&A and tax. In his spare time, he loves to give back to the community by serving as a board member for Hockey Helps the Homeless and through coaching youth sports.
Richard is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background and experience in business development, corporate development, strategy, and finance. A big picture thinker with a proven record of cultivating strong relationships, managing complex projects, and driving outstanding results. Richard brings expertise in a broad range of technical areas including financial reporting, planning, analysis, M&A and tax. In his spare time, he loves to give back to the community by serving as a board member for Hockey Helps the Homeless and through coaching youth sports.

FINANCE/ACCOUNTING COACH

Richard Lee
Consultant and Advisor
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Ryan is a seasoned marketing professional turned entrepreneur. He pivoted from the corporate world to co-found wild idea co. Offering tools, resources, and training, wild idea co. helps Canadian entrepreneurs take their business from wild idea to wild success. Ryan has advised and mentored hundreds of aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs. He’s passionate about supporting the entrepreneurial community and your success as a small business owner. Above all else, he’s a people person. Building and nurturing relationships is central to his business philosophy.
Ryan is a seasoned marketing professional turned entrepreneur. He pivoted from the corporate world to co-found wild idea co. Offering tools, resources, and training, wild idea co. helps Canadian entrepreneurs take their business from wild idea to wild success. Ryan has advised and mentored hundreds of aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs. He’s passionate about supporting the entrepreneurial community and your success as a small business owner. Above all else, he’s a people person. Building and nurturing relationships is central to his business philosophy.
Ryan is a seasoned marketing professional turned entrepreneur. He pivoted from the corporate world to co-found wild idea co. Offering tools, resources, and training, wild idea co. helps Canadian entrepreneurs take their business from wild idea to wild success. Ryan has advised and mentored hundreds of aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs. He’s passionate about supporting the entrepreneurial community and your success as a small business owner. Above all else, he’s a people person. Building and nurturing relationships is central to his business philosophy.

MARKETING COACH

Ryan Gencarelli
Managing Director, wild idea co.
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One of the founders of Radix (now AIS Technologies Group) & a graduate of the University of Windsor, Shelley was part of the management team which led Radix to be recognized as one of the Profit’s Fastest Growing Companies in Canada in 2006 & 2016. Shelley was recognized in 2019 as one of the “Canadians to Watch in the Automotive Industry” by Automotive News and was a 2016 recipient of the Athena award for her work supporting women in STEM careers. Shelley has had positions on many boards and committees, including WEtech Alliance, Workforce Windsor Essex, Invest WindsorEssex and the Windsor Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce. Shelley is currently the Chair of the Board of Automate Canada and co-chairs the leadership council for ProsperUs. She is also working on her certification as a Master Gardener and volunteers with the Haliburton County Master Gardeners.
One of the founders of Radix (now AIS Technologies Group) & a graduate of the University of Windsor, Shelley was part of the management team which led Radix to be recognized as one of the Profit’s Fastest Growing Companies in Canada in 2006 & 2016. Shelley was recognized in 2019 as one of the “Canadians to Watch in the Automotive Industry” by Automotive News and was a 2016 recipient of the Athena award for her work supporting women in STEM careers. Shelley has had positions on many boards and committees, including WEtech Alliance, Workforce Windsor Essex, Invest WindsorEssex and the Windsor Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce. Shelley is currently the Chair of the Board of Automate Canada and co-chairs the leadership council for ProsperUs. She is also working on her certification as a Master Gardener and volunteers with the Haliburton County Master Gardeners.
One of the founders of Radix (now AIS Technologies Group) & a graduate of the University of Windsor, Shelley was part of the management team which led Radix to be recognized as one of the Profit’s Fastest Growing Companies in Canada in 2006 & 2016. Shelley was recognized in 2019 as one of the “Canadians to Watch in the Automotive Industry” by Automotive News and was a 2016 recipient of the Athena award for her work supporting women in STEM careers. Shelley has had positions on many boards and committees, including WEtech Alliance, Workforce Windsor Essex, Invest WindsorEssex and the Windsor Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce. Shelley is currently the Chair of the Board of Automate Canada and co-chairs the leadership council for ProsperUs. She is also working on her certification as a Master Gardener and volunteers with the Haliburton County Master Gardeners.

IDEA FUND LEAD MENTOR

Shelley Fellows
Entrepreneur
Team member
Steve has over 30 years experience in systems, management, entrepreneurship and consulting. His roles encompass many industries including utilities, communications, logistics, marketing, security, finance, charity and aerospace. He can break down any issue into a process plan for action with multiple options and feasibility tracks. He can also provide tactical and strategic guidance. You just need to provide the issue and scope and prepare to process the solutions and options that he provides. Nothing is off the table.
Steve has over 30 years experience in systems, management, entrepreneurship and consulting. His roles encompass many industries including utilities, communications, logistics, marketing, security, finance, charity and aerospace. He can break down any issue into a process plan for action with multiple options and feasibility tracks. He can also provide tactical and strategic guidance. You just need to provide the issue and scope and prepare to process the solutions and options that he provides. Nothing is off the table.
Steve has over 30 years experience in systems, management, entrepreneurship and consulting. His roles encompass many industries including utilities, communications, logistics, marketing, security, finance, charity and aerospace. He can break down any issue into a process plan for action with multiple options and feasibility tracks. He can also provide tactical and strategic guidance. You just need to provide the issue and scope and prepare to process the solutions and options that he provides. Nothing is off the table.

BUSINESS DEV. COACH

Steve Perpich
Senior Consultant - All Channels
Team member
Thomas has more than 25 years of experience in web development and online marketing. He is passionate about helping companies become more profitable, by using the internet to engage with their ideal audience. Thomas works with business owners who want to accelerate growth, and helps them with an online marketing system that generates leads for their business.
Thomas has more than 25 years of experience in web development and online marketing. He is passionate about helping companies become more profitable, by using the internet to engage with their ideal audience. Thomas works with business owners who want to accelerate growth, and helps them with an online marketing system that generates leads for their business.
Thomas has more than 25 years of experience in web development and online marketing. He is passionate about helping companies become more profitable, by using the internet to engage with their ideal audience. Thomas works with business owners who want to accelerate growth, and helps them with an online marketing system that generates leads for their business.

WEB DEVELOPMENT COACH

Thomas Hess
Co-Founder, Strategy, Online Marketing, Mawazo Marketing Agency
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