Saif Hashmi

Fund and IT Venture Fund at BDC

Canada

Overview

Saif Hashmi is the Co-founder of BDC Capital's Seed Venture Fund, specializing in investing in bold, early-stage ventures with a focus on FinTech in Canada. With a background in corporate finance and a strong track record in seed investments, he has successfully invested in companies like Solid State AI and Soundbite Medical Solutions. Saif has held key roles at BDC Capital, including Principal of the Seed Venture Fund, showcasing expertise in financial analysis, equity research, and capital markets. His investment portfolio includes notable companies such as Pressboard, Plantiga, and Kepler Communications, demonstrating a keen eye for impactful and innovative ventures.

Work Experience

BDC

Principal, Seed Venture Fund and IT Venture Fund
2021 - Current
BDC Venture Capital is the largest and most active early-stage technology venture investor in Canada with over $3B under management, working with promising entrepreneurs and private sector investors to build outstanding global companies.
Associate Principal, IT Venture Fund
2019 - 2021
Associate, IT Venture Fund
2018 - 2019
Analyst, Co-Investments and Growth Equity
2016 - 2018