Teralys Capital

Jacques is a highly respected venture capitalist, entrepreneur and investor who’s helped shape the Canadian technological innovation scene. Through a 30 year career of contributions to the high-tech community, he has been actively involved in more than a dozen emerging high-tech companies as Founder/CEO or angel investor as well as Senior Vice-President of the Solidarity Fund QFL.  Jacques’ widely valued wisdom and experiences continue to define, develop and implement a new approach to venture capital in Québec and abroad.

Éric is a senior investment executive with over 15 years in the financing, strategic planning and structuring of high technology and new media opportunities. Prior to the creation of Teralys Capital, Éric was responsible for the venture capital program of the Caisse de dépôt et placements du Québec as a direct and fund investor. His hands-on experience, straightforward approach and creative problem solving skills make him a key ally in supporting partner funds and entrepreneurs with solid advice, original strategies and new approaches to challenges.

For more than 20 years, Luc has built a solid track record in the financing, evaluation and management of technology and telecom companies. Luc’s professional integrity, clear vision and creative thinking have repeatedly proven invaluable in the resolution of complex problems and analysis of opportunities. As a Senior Investment Advisor at the Solidarity Fund QFL, Luc’s developed a respected reputation as a valuable advisor in numerous M&A and financing transactions that will be key to Teralys Capital’s efficiency and returns-focused portfolio management.

Jean-David has a B.Com. from the University of Ottawa, an M.Sc. in Accounting & Finance from the London School of Economics and is a CFA level III candidate. Prior to joining Teralys Capital, he worked for GE Capital Equity in London, for the fund of funds and direct investments program in venture/growth capital and mid-market buyouts. His academic and professional background will be instrumental in managing existing portfolio exposures and performing due diligence for new fund investments.

Guillaume graduated with a Master in Finance at the University of Paris Dauphine and a M.Sc. in Accounting & Finance at the London School of Economics. After a first experience in the International Management Accounting department of EADS Group, he joined Grant Thornton Corporate Finance in Paris, where he worked as a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst for small and mid-caps transactions. Guillaume's multicultural academic and professional background will serve as an asset in implementing Teralys Capital strategy on both existing portfolio and new investments.

Julie has over 14 years experience in the accounting field and her extensive audit experience in a broad range of industries is the basis of her strong monitoring and analytical skills.  Julie is known for being pro-active and organized, which provides Teralys Capital with a structured backbone for our innovative processes and initiatives.  Julie is a Chartered Accountant, she holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University and a Graduate Diploma in Accountancy from Concordia University.

Cédric obtained an M.D. Degree from McGill University and a J.D. (law) degree from Université de Montréal. Before joining Teralys Capital, Cédric headed the healthcare activities at iNovia Capital, where he focused on building and investing in clinically meaningful opportunities in biopharmaceuticals, medical devices and related areas. Previously, he was associate principal at McKinsey & Company, a large international management consulting firm. His deep expertise in life sciences will contribute in executing Teralys's strategy in this sector.