Nicole LeBlanc from Woven Capital

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The Hard Part with Evan McCann

Evan McCann

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The Hard Part, hosted by Evan McCann, uncovers the stories, strategies, and playbooks of Canada’s most influential founders, investors, and leaders. While Canadian innovators often fly under the radar compared to their American peers, The Hard Part shines a spotlight on their impact, redefining Canada’s role in global entrepreneurship.

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Nicole LeBlanc from Woven Capital

The Hard Part with Evan McCann

41 minutes 16 seconds

1 month ago

Nicole LeBlanc from Woven Capital

Nicole LeBlanc is a Partner at Woven Capital.

Woven Capital is the $800M investment arm of Toyota Motor Corporation. Their aim is to broaden the group’s global reach and accelerate innovation by investing in exceptional growth-stage ventures.

Chapters

00:00 Podcast Introduction

2:45 Introduction to Woven Capital

05:38 Investment Strategy and Structure

08:13 Exciting Technologies and Market Trends

11:18 Post-Investment Support and Value Addition

14:16 Global Investment Focus and Cultural Insights

16:53 Diverse Applications of Toyota's Expertise

19:44 Robotics and Future Trends

22:38 Corporate Venture Capital Landscape in Canada

25:16 Learning as an Investor

28:07 Fund Structure and Investment Strategy

31:08 Cultural Differences in Business Practices

33:42 Deep Tech and Hardware Investments

36:27 AI Applications and Industry Trends

39:23 Resilience and Optimism in Challenging Times