FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PARTNERING TO ADVANCE THE FINTECH FOUNDER EXPERIENCE
SEPTEMBER 19th, 2024 -Calgary, AB, - DealPoint, the leading
platform for streamlining private capital raising, is
thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Fintech
Cadence, an organization focused on advancing Canadas
fintech ecosystem. This collaboration marks a significant
step in empowering early-stage fintech founders in their
Special Purpose Vehicle fundraising with full accounting and
legal management.
Fintech Cadence, Canada’s leading fintech incubator, focuses on
three main pillars - educating talent to help them learn more
about the fintech industry, collaborating with stakeholders across
the fintech industry to solve fintech challenges and supporting
the creation of early-stage fintech startups. With a variety of
programs and events that take in applications and participants
from across Canada, this non-profit organization is dedicated
to not only serving founders from the grassroots level; but also
to advancing the financial system to serve all Canadians for the
better.
Complementing Fintech Cadence’s startup support, DealPoint brings
to the table its comprehensive suite of solutions aimed at simplifying
the capital raising journey. From setting up your company syndicate
in 48 hours, to onboarding investors, facilitating document management
and managing the SPV; DealPoint empowers founders and investors
alike to navigate the complexities of private capital raising
with ease and confidence.
"The partnership between DealPoint and Fintech Cadence is a founder-first
approach to supporting fintech capital fundraising," said Sandi
Gilbert, Founder at DealPoint. "By supporting Canada’s fintech
ecosystem with DealPoint's robust capital raising solutions, we
are setup to empower founders with the ability to focus on their
investor relations; as we manage the workflow."
As DealPoint is a member itself in the fintech sector we understand
what it takes to grow a business in Canada. Leveraging any opportunity
to simplify the execution, it allows your team to be efficient
with your limited time and dollars. Through this strategic alliance,
DealPoint and Fintech Cadence aim to bridge the gap between founders
and capital administration, fostering a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem
conducive to growth and innovation.
“These kinds of partnerships exemplify the collaboration that
the fintech sector in Canada needs. It is crucial for organizations
to unite in their efforts to enhance the experience for fintech
founders and establish a sustainable future for Canada in the
fintech industry. We are thrilled to team up with DealPoint and
proud to partner with a Calgary-based company committed to empowering
startups across Canada.” Layial El-Hadi – Executive Director,
Fintech Cadence
With a shared commitment to excellence and startup success, the
two companies are well-positioned to empower entrepreneurs and
investors alike to create world-class Canadian fintechs.
For more information about DealPoint and Fintech Cadence, please
visit fintechcadence.com and DealPoint.ca
About Dealpoint:
DealPoint is a Canadian leading platform for streamlining private
capital raising, offering comprehensive solutions for issuers
and investors navigating the complexities of early-stage investing.
With a focus on efficiency, transparency, and compliance, DealPoint
empowers clients to achieve their capital raising goals with confidence
and ease.
About Fintech Cadence:
Fintech Cadence is Canada's fintech hub. Operating as a non-profit
organization, we focus on educating fintech talent, supporting
early- stage fintech startups and collaborating with other ecosystem
players.
Media Contacts:
Marcie Jones
Head of Growth, DealPoint
Email: marcie@dealpoint.ca
Raul Braganza
Partnership Lead, Fintech Cadence
Email: raul@fintechcadence.com
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DealPoint Partners with Métis Settlements Development Corporation to Provide Fund Administration Services for Indigenous led Private Equity Impact Fund
Calgary, AB – JUNE 11, 2024 – DealPoint, a leader in
innovative private capital solutions, is pleased to announce
its strategic partnership with Métis Settlements Development
Corporation (MSDC). This collaboration aims to provide
comprehensive fund administration services for MSDC’s newly
established impact fund.
The Métis Settlements Impact Fund is a $100 million Impact fund
focused on investments that advance Indigenous economic reconciliation.
One of only a handful of Indigenous-led impact funds in Canada,
investments will be selected to positively impact Indigenous communities
and populations across Canada. The fund will act as a source of
prosperity for the next seven generations of Métis settlement
members, led by Indigenous voices in all investment decisions.
By partnering with DealPoint, MSDC aims to ensure efficient and
transparent management of its financial resources, thereby maximizing
the impact of its investments.
Sandi Gilbert, Founder of DealPoint, expressed her enthusiasm
about the partnership: "We are honored to join forces with Métis
Settlements Development Corporation to support their mission of
driving meaningful change in Indigenous communities. Our innovative
technology and expertise in fund administration will ensure the
highest level of integrity and efficiency in administering the
fund."
Barbara McKenzie, CEO of Métis Settlements Development Corporation,
commented: "This partnership with DealPoint is a significant milestone
for us. Their technology forward solutions and services will ensure
the best experience possible for our investors. Together, we will
ensure long term positive impact on our Métis communities, while
creating returns for our investors and the Metis Settlements Limited
Partnership"
About Dealpoint:
DealPoint is a leading Canadian platform for streamlining private
capital raising, offering comprehensive solutions for issuers
and investors navigating the complexities of fund administration.
With a focus on efficiency, transparency, and compliance, DealPoint
empowers clients to achieve their capital raising goals with confidence
and ease.
About Métis Settlements Development Corporation:
The Metis Settlement Development Corporation (MSDC) is critical
for the advancement of economic interests of the Metis Settlements
in Alberta. It is a welcome tool that will foster economic prosperity
with and for the benefit of all the Metis Settlements who share
an interest in participating in various large scale investment
opportunities that are best accessed as a group, rather than individually.
The Métis Settlements of Alberta are the only land based self-governing
Métis in Canada. Established under the Métis Settlements Act in
1990 with the Government of Alberta. There are eight Métis Settlements
in Alberta, representing over 5,000 members and covering 1.25M
acres of land (512,121 hectares).
Media Contacts:
Marcie Jones
Head of Growth, DealPoint
Email: marcie@dealpoint.ca
Barbara McKenzie
Chief Executive Officer, MSDC
Email: barbara.mckenzie@msdcorp.ca
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DealPoint and Dealum Join Forces to Streamline Deal-Flow for Canadian Angel Investing
MAY 7th, 2024 -Calgary, AB, - DealPoint, the leading
platform for streamlining private capital raising, is
thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Dealum,
the innovative investor group collaboration platform. This
collaboration marks a significant step forward in empowering
early-stage investors and startups through enhanced
connectivity and efficiency.
Dealum has distinguished itself as a pioneering force in the realm
of angel investing, offering a state-of-the-art platform designed
to facilitate seamless collaboration among investors and startups.
With its focus on optimizing the deal-flow process and fostering
meaningful connections, Dealum has emerged as a go-to destination
for both seasoned investors and burgeoning startups seeking capital
infusion.
Complementing Dealum's expertise, DealPoint brings to the table
its comprehensive suite of solutions aimed at simplifying the
capital raising journey. From onboarding investors, facilitating
document management and managing SPVs, DealPoint empowers issuers
and investors alike to navigate the complexities of private capital
raising with ease and confidence.
"The partnership between DealPoint and Dealum is a game-changer
for an angel group’s experience," said Sandi Gilbert, Founder
at DealPoint. "By combining Dealum's deal-flow collaboration platform
with DealPoint's robust capital raising solutions, we are poised
to deliver unparalleled value to angel investors and startups
worldwide."
Through this strategic alliance, DealPoint and Dealum aim to bridge
the gap between angel investors and startups, fostering a vibrant
and dynamic ecosystem conducive to growth and innovation. By leveraging
their respective strengths and resources, the two companies are
committed to empowering angels to access a deal-flow and a simple
investor experience, maximizing access to high-potential investment
opportunities.
“With Dealum's established presence and customer base in Canada,
our partnership promises a win-win scenario for entrepreneurs
and investors alike, offering seamless solutions for fundraising,”
said Seren Rumjancevs, Dealum CEO. “We're happy to team up with
DealPoint to innovate the Canadian Angel investing landscape.
This collaboration holds significant potential to cater to the
needs of the Canadian ecosystem.”
As DealPoint and Dealum embark on this collaborative journey,
they look forward to ushering in a new era of innovation and opportunity
in the early-stage investing landscape. With a shared commitment
to excellence and innovation, the two companies are well-positioned
to empower entrepreneurs and investors alike to unlock their full
potential and achieve their goals.
For more information about DealPoint and Dealum, please visit
dealum.com and
DealPoint.ca or email dealum@dealpoint.ca.
About Dealpoint:
DealPoint is a Canadian leading platform for streamlining private
capital raising, offering comprehensive solutions for issuers
and investors navigating the complexities of early-stage investing.
With a focus on efficiency, transparency, and compliance, DealPoint
empowers clients to achieve their capital raising goals with confidence
and ease.
About Dealum:
Dealum is the leading deal flow and collaboration platform for
angel group’s, built with angel network managers in mind. The
platform makes deal sharing and syndication, pipeline and funnel
management, and investor communication more efficient while creating
a collaborative and thriving early-stage investor ecosystem.
Media Contacts:
Marcie Jones
Head of Growth, DealPoint
Email: marcie@dealpoint.ca
Seren Rumjancevs
CEO, Dealum
Email: seren@dealum.com
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DealPoint Partners with North Star Solutions to Innovate in the Canadian Exempt Market Dealer Sector
CALGARY, AB — April 22nd, 2024 — DealPoint, a leader in
capital market innovations, is excited to announce a
strategic partnership with North Star Solutions (North
Star), an industry-leading Canadian compliance and
securities solutions firm. This collaboration is set to
revolutionize the exempt market dealer space by integrating
North Star's comprehensive compliance services with Deal
Point’s cutting-edge technology.
Since its inception in 2011, North Star has been at the forefront
of supporting businesses with its robust Compliance as a Service
(CaaS) solutions, management consulting, and since 2023, legal
advice. Specializing in AML, securities, and privacy regulations,
North Star is dedicated to ensuring that wealth and asset managers
thrive within Canada's complex regulatory framework.
The partnership with DealPoint introduces a dynamic investor platform
to the Canadian exempt market dealer sector and is designed to
streamline capital raises, optimize KYC processes, and enhance
the suitability of obligations for exempt market dealers. This
synergy leverages North Star's CaaS offerings and DealPoint's
workflow technology to provide a seamless, secure, and eZicient
experience for investors, issuers, and brokers.
Now exempt market dealers have the ability to integrate North
Star’s compliance services with DealPoint’s technology.
Key Benefits of the DealPoint Platform:
For Investors:
- Access to detailed, brand-specific data rooms for reviewing issuer details and offerings on any device.
- Simplified investor onboarding with guided document completion and electronic signature features.
- Enhanced ID verification for first-time investors, reducing the need for multiple verifications.
- Pre-Authorized Payment Processing without additional investor fees.
- A centralized investor dashboard for document management, tax forms, and updates.
For Brokers:
- User-friendly data room creation with support for rich media and comprehensive offering details.
- Customizable offerings and jurisdictional setup options.
- Streamlined review and approval of investments for NorthStar personnel.
- Efficient tracking of investor status, document execution, and funds received.
- Integration with trustees for Registered Plan management.
- Simplified investment document and data file downloads for issuer communication.
For more details on our partnership services, please reach out to us at northstar@dealpoint.ca.
Media Contacts:
Marcie Jones
Head of Growth, DealPoint
Email: marcie@dealpoint.ca
Neville Joanes
Chief Executive Officer, North Star Solutions
Email: neville.joanes@northstarcompliance.com
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DealPoint secures victory at the 2023 Digital Commerce Calgary Fintech Awards
CALGARY, AB — October 4th, 2023
150 applicants. 25 selected companies. 12 finalists. 1
Winner: DealPoint!
Let's unveil the exciting news... After a rigorous selection process
that began with 150 standout applications from fintech startups
across Canada, DealPoint has emerged as the winner of the
2023 Digital Commerce Calgary Fintech Award. This prestigious recognition comes after months of
intense competition and showcases DealPoint's innovative
fintech solutions, solidifying its position as a frontrunner
in the financial technology landscape.
Following careful evaluation by a panel of esteemed judges, the
Top 12 startups were announced, each set to contend for over $375,000
in non-dilutive cash prizes. DealPoint, led by CEO and Founder
Sandi Gilbert, stood out for its groundbreaking platform that
digitizes investor onboarding and investment execution, bringing
efficiency to the complex, paper-based fundraising process.
Sandi Gilbert, Founder & CEO at DealPoint, echoed the excitement of
their big fintech award win, stating, "I'm really excited
about what this means for the team to actually take it to
the next level. The exposure has been fantastic. The team's
really benefited from a lot of the workshops that we went
through, and I'm just really excited about what the future
looks like." This victory represents a significant step
forward for DealPoint in the dynamic Calgary fintech
landscape.
In a live pitch event at the Platform Innovation Centre in Calgary,
DealPoint presented its innovative fintech solution to a judging
panel composed of fintech experts and entrepreneurs from across
Canada. The victory at the
2023 Digital Commerce Calgary Fintech Awards marks a significant milestone for DealPoint and underscores
its commitment to reshaping and revolutionizing the fundraising
technology industry.
DealPoint is honored to receive this award and extends its gratitude
to its dedicated team, partners, and supporters who have played
a pivotal role in this achievement. DealPoint's platform addresses
the complexities of the $135 billion private capital market in
Canada, focusing on streamlining compliance to make accessing
capital more accessible and efficient. As the company continues
to grow and innovate, it remains dedicated to its mission of streamlining
the financial landscape and providing efficient solutions for
companies, venture funds, angel networks, investment dealers,
and securities lawyers.
DealPoint extends heartfelt congratulations to all 12 finalists
and expresses gratitude to Jeff Smith at Digital Commerce Bank
and Platform for their invaluable support.
The Runners-Up:
- 2nd Place - Blossom Social & Propra tied for second place and each take home $100,000
- Community Builder Award - Elev takes home $50,000
The Finalists: Bidmii, Credit App, LenderBidding, Expedier, Padder, Periculum, Quickly, Yield Exchange Inc.
About Dealpoint:
DealPoint is a leading platform for companies, venture funds, angel networks, investment dealers, and securities lawyers, offering solutions to digitize investor onboarding and execution.
For more information about DealPoint and its innovative fintech solutions, please visit DealPoint.ca
For media inquiries, please contact: info@dealpoint.ca
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