Passionate Tech Startup Strategist | Operations Expert | InnovatorI am a seasoned strategist and operations manager with a proven track record of building successful companies, leading dynamic teams, and developing cutting-edge tools. My expertise spans the entrepreneurial landscape, where I've excelled as both a founder and an 'intra'preneur.🌐 Current Role: COO at Quantum CaptureAs the Chief Operating Officer at Quantum Capture, a global leader in high-fidelity virtual humans powered by artificial intelligence, I oversee the company's operations, including corporate finance, client services and licensing, HR, Research & Development, and corporate development. Together with my team, we navigate the intricate intersections of business and technology on a daily basis.🌟 Key Achievements:Fundraising Maestro: Successfully raised over $4M in venture funding from diverse sources, including venture capital, family office funds, government funds, and grants.Startup Leadership: Co-founded Toronto-based Lightning Platform, an application management system for developers, where I served as acting COO and later acting CEO. I also co-founded Infonaut Inc., developing and overseeing systems for corporate finance, accounting, HR, IT, administration, R&D, project delivery, and operations.Operational Excellence: I have efficiently managed day-to-day operations for a series of startups, ensuring robust systems to serve clients and internal personnel efficiently.Innovation and Invention: As an inventor, I hold co-authorship of patents filed in the US, Canada, Japan, and the EU. I also managed the development of highly complex solutions like Hospital Watch Live from inception to R&D to clinical testing to market launch.📚 Diverse Experience:Educator: Taught technology entrepreneurship at the University of Toronto at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.Podcaster Extraordinaire: Co-created, co-hosted, and produced over 200 podcast episodes for 'How To Tickle Yourself' and 'Beatseeker' under my nom de pod, Matt McButter.My journey is marked by a genuine curiosity in emerging tech dating back to my undergraduate research in immersive visual and auditory systems and an ensuing relentless pursuit of innovation. I am committed to operational excellence, and I maintain a passion for building and growing tech startups. ✨