Shawn Abbott
About Shawn Abbott
Shawn Abbott - Title and Role
Shawn Abbott is currently a Partner at Inovia Capital. He plays a significant role in coaching entrepreneurs through their personal journeys. Abbott is dedicated to developing effective governance across the Inovia portfolio and its community.
Shawn Abbott - Co-founder of Inovia Capital
In 2007, Shawn Abbott co-founded Inovia Capital, a venture capital firm that supports innovative entrepreneurs. He has been actively involved in shaping the firm's strategic direction and governance standards. Abbott's experience includes running his own companies and holding numerous board appointments.
Shawn Abbott - Board Directorships
Shawn Abbott currently serves as a director on the boards of Certn, Top Hat, and Bench. His previous board roles include companies like Drivewyze, Tugboat Logic, WorkFusion, and Solium, where he contributed to various committees, including HR & Governance and Risk & Compliance.
Shawn Abbott - Contributions to the Startup Community
Shawn Abbott has significantly contributed to the startup community. He is the founding Chair of the Alberta 100 Tech Entrepreneurs (A100), played a crucial role in establishing AccelerateAB and the AccelerateFunds, and has served as the Chair of the Venture Capital Association of Alberta and the Banff Venture Forum.
Shawn Abbott - Mentorship and Coaching
Shawn Abbott is an accomplished coach and mentor, working closely with leadership teams at Inovia portfolio companies. He also mentors founders through CETAC-WEST and Venture Mentoring Services. Additionally, he advises other investors, sharing his insights and best practices.
Shawn Abbott - Pioneering Internet Security
Shawn Abbott is a pioneer in internet security, having served as CTO and later President of the security company Rainbow Technologies. As a founder, he built and sold the AND Group, an encryption-based eCommerce platform. He holds the first patent for the USB key and multiple patents in online banking and biometric security.
Shawn Abbott - Education and Lifelong Learning
Shawn Abbott is committed to lifelong learning. He holds a Physics degree from the University of Alberta and has pursued post-graduate studies at the University of Calgary and Stanford. He is also an accomplished public speaker, outdoor enthusiast, and pilot.