Satish Kanwar

Satish Kanwar is a serial entrepreneur and technology leader with a significant impact on the Canadian tech ecosystem. He co-founded Jet Cooper, a design studio acquired by Shopify, which laid the foundation for Shopify's Toronto R&D presence. He later held various product and corporate leadership roles at Shopify for a decade, spearheading its expansion into multi-channel commerce and leading strategic acquisitions and investments. betakit+2

Currently, Satish is the Co-Founder and Principal of Good Future, a family office focused on supporting founders with new ideas and creating a positive-sum impact. This initiative includes a micro venture fund, a philanthropic foundation, and majority-owned businesses, reflecting his commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Canada. goodfuture+2

He actively contributes to the Canadian tech community through various board roles, serving as the Board Chair of BetaKit (which he acquired with Arati Sharma) and a Board Director of Toronto Global. He is also a Co-Founder of Toronto Tech Week, aiming to connect and celebrate the city's builders and showcase diverse industry themes. betakit+3

An alumnus of the University of Toronto at Scarborough with a BBA in Honours and High Distinction, Satish emphasized that his time at the university was fundamental for developing entrepreneurial and leadership skills, and for building relationships that led to future partnerships. utoronto+1

Recognized for his influence, Satish has been named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 and Toronto Life's Most Influentials. His advice to aspiring entrepreneurs includes building a growth mindset, saying yes to more opportunities, and valuing strong relationships with co-founders. torontoglobal+1