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GrowLab announces Jonathan Bixby as the new Executive Director
Monday, October 21, 2013Company Profile | Follow Company
Vancouver, BC, October 21, 2013--(T-Net)--GrowLab, a startup accelerator based in Vancouver, announced today that it has appointed Jonathan Bixby as its new Executive Director starting on November 1st, 2013.
Bixby, a serial entrepreneur, is passionate about helping entrepreneurs to start, build and grow companies. Bixby has two successful exits under his belt, including most recently co-founding and leading Strangeloop Networks to exit, while maintaining the title of Best Employer in British Columbia for five consecutive years.
"I am very excited to join the GrowLab family. We have all of the tools we need: geographical advantage of being in Vancouver, strong links to Silicon Valley and an amazing group of engaged founders, mentors and alumni. My goal as the Executive Director is simple; to take these pieces and use them to over deliver each and every day for our cohort companies.” said Bixby.
Current Executive Director, Mike Edwards will continue to be part of the GrowLab team. He will now bring his expertise and vision to the GrowLab Board. Edwards says, “I have been working closely with Jonathan and I am immensely impressed with his attention to detail and his outcome-driven approach. He brings a fresh perspective and great energy to GrowLab.” He then added, “Jonathan will definitely drive GrowLab companies to excel and contribute to the Vancouver tech ecosystem.”
Entering its third year, GrowLab has 23 portfolio companies. To date, GrowLab companies have collectively raised over $7M in funding after Demo Day.
About GrowLab
GrowLab is a Vancouver-based startup accelerator that helps entrepreneurs build great companies through mentorship, seed funding, collaborative workspace, and three months of intensive programming. GrowLab brings together the best and brightest entrepreneurs from the world, and connect them with our global network of top tier investors, mentors and partners.
Founded by Boris Wertz (Version One Ventures), Lenonard Brody (Clarity Digital), Debbie Landa (Dealmaker Media), Jason Bailey (East Side Games), and Mike Edwards (LX Ventures), GrowLab provides entrepreneurs a unique wealth of wisdom, knowledge, and connections.
Media Contact
Anastasia Hambali
press@growlab.ca
+1 778 918 0829
Photo Credits: GrowLabs
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