Michelle McBane (she/her)
Managing Director, StandUp Ventures
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.
Sessions
Mentor Office Hours
Office Hours: Founder Equity & Early Cap Table
Split equity between co-founders in ways that protect everyone, implement vesting schedules from day one, and structure early advisor agreements that won't come back to haunt you. See More.
FundFest
Countering the Doom and Gloom - Emerging Managers in Today’s Venture Landscape
Despite a challenging fundraising and exit environment, a new generation of venture managers continues to launch funds and back ambitious founders. This discussion explores how emerging managers are navigating the current market, differentiating their strategies, and building durable firms. See More.
Mentor Office Hours
Office Hours: Founder Skills & Leadership Development
Make the critical shift from visionary who sees what should exist to operator who actually builds it, learn to inspire others to share your vision, and develop leadership skills before you have a team to manage. See More.
Mentor Office Hours
Office Hours: Venture Fundraising
Build investor networks before you need them, craft pitches that tell your story compellingly, respond confidently to tough questions, and leave enough intrigue to earn the next meeting. See More.