Our Team
Joe Allen, Partner - Executive in Residence
With over 20 years of experience as a Chartered Accountant (CA), Joe brings deep expertise in financial stewardship, operational leadership, and strategic planning across both the private and public sectors. With a strong track record in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and economic development, he has held senior roles including VP of Finance & Operations at a tech startup, Managing Director of international accelerator programs, and Director of Investments for a $60M venture capital investment fund.
As a purpose-driven leader, Joe combines financial rigor with a passion for mission-aligned work with a triple bottom line focus—demonstrated through years of community service, board leadership, and direct involvement with not-for-profit initiatives.
Financial modeling | Accounting principles | Cash flow management | Budgeting and forecasting | Venture capital investing | Portfolio management | Due diligence | Financial operations | Funding strategy | Term sheets | Fundraising support | Risk management | Start-up operations | Strategic planning | Operational leadership | Business development | Human resources management | Vendor sourcing and contracting | Inventory management | Curriculum development | Program development and management | Stakeholder engagement | Public speaking and mentorship | Team leadership