Venture Team

On a mission to find, invest in, and support Canada's best early-stage tech companies

Mark Skapinker

Partner

Mark has been a serial entrepreneur and investor in the Canadian software industry since the inception of the personal computer in the 1980s.

Sophie Forest

Partner

Being an entrepreneur herself and working to fund and grow early stage companies for over 20 years, Sophie knows venture inside and out.

Jacques Perreault

Partner

Over the past 20 years, Jacques has played leading roles in the financing, management, and M&A of Canadian technology companies.

Éléonore Jarry-Ferron

Partner

Deeply rooted in the Canadian tech ecosystem, Éléonore is a key voice in our deal flow and venture decision process.

Andrew Lugsdin

Partner

Andrew brings over twenty years of invaluable experience to the Canadian VC community. His leadership and expertise are underscored by significant roles, including Founding Partner at Framework Venture Partners and Unbound Equity.

Claire Fauquier

Venture Partner

Claire has spent the last decade as a Venture and angel investor, and operator in the US and Canadian tech ecosystems, working with founders from Seed to Series B as an investor, Board Member, and mentor.

Thomas Tanguay-Sabourin

Investment Analyst

Thomas is part of Brightspark’s investment team and supports the business with deals and venture decisions.


Operations and Innovation

The Brightspark team is ambitious, curious and tech-obsessed

Elena Pavel

CFO and Partner

As Brightspark’s Head of Finance, Elena oversees all financial aspects of the business to insure its financial health and long-term growth.

Caroline Rheault

Financial Controller

As Financial controller, Caroline is responsible for ensuring the management and coordination of Brightspark's financial processes.

Alexandra Johnstone

Marketing & Communications Manager

Alexandra drives marketing and communication that builds distinctiveness and company reputation for Brightspark.

Frédérik Lupien

Financial Controller

With a strong foundation in professional accounting, Frédérik plays an important role on Brightspark’s finance team. He supports financial operations, contributes to investor reporting, and helps ensure the integrity of internal processes.