Chris Arsenault

Partner Inovia Capital

📍 Montreal, Quebec, Canada🔄 Updated July 2026💼 27 investments📅 28 years investing🗓 Last invested Feb 2024𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
VC🌍 Canada20+ investments
27
Total investments
10
Early stage
3
Mid stage
1
Late stage
28y
Years active
Portfolio
21 investments · sorted by recency
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Board Member
Feb 2024
Wealth building for every household.
Board Member
Feb 2022
With over 30 million jobs available in over 75 countries, Talent.com has established itself as one of the largest sources of employment worldwide. Talent.coms mission is to centralize all jobs available on the web, whether they come from companies​ career websites, staffing agencies or job boards. Our platform offers the most diverse and complete content to job seekers. Contact us at hello@talent.com!
Board Member
Nov 2021
Life House is a vertically integrated hotel software, brand, and management company. Weve built an award-winning hotel brand, successfully operate over 50 hotels, and we use our operational expertise to build powerful software to make independent hotels more profitable and easy to operate.
mid stageHospitality
Board Member
Apr 2019
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (TSX: GRGD) is a growth-oriented company striving for excellence in the fashion industry. Operating retail stores and digital experiences under two complementary and spirited banners—GARAGE and DYNAMITE—we offer a wide range of women’s fashion apparel, catering to the needs of Generation Z and Millennials. With leading key operating metrics and a commitment to innovation and disciplined execution, we are proud to continue our ambitious growth plans. Guided by our mission, “Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time,” we are a values-led, inclusive organization committed to inspiring confidence and self-expression. Proudly rooted in the chic and vibrant city of Montréal, our culture, values and distinct brands position us to shape the future of fashion while attracting and inspiring the next generation of leaders and creators. _____ Groupe Dynamite Inc. (TSX : GRGD) est une société du secteur de la mode orientée sur la croissance qui cherche constamment à atteindre l’excellence. Grâce à nos magasins de détail et aux expériences numériques que nous proposons sous deux bannières complémentaires et dynamiques, GARAGE et DYNAMITE, nous offrons une vaste gamme de vêtements de mode pour femmes qui répondent aux besoins de la génération Z et de la génération Y. Forts d’indicateurs de performance de premier ordre et de notre engagement en faveur de l’innovation et de la rigueur dans l’exécution, nous sommes fiers de poursuivre nos ambitieux plans de croissance. Guidés par notre mission, « VOUS inspirer à être VOUS‑MÊME, une tenue à la fois », nous sommes une organisation inclusive qui est guidée par ses valeurs et résolue à inspirer la confiance et l’expression de soi. Notre culture, nos valeurs et nos marques distinctes, qui trouvent leurs racines à Montréal, ville chic et dynamique, nous permettent de façonner l’avenir de la mode tout en attirant et en inspirant la prochaine génération de leaders et de créateurs.
Board Member
Jul 2017
Super.com is a technology company at the intersection of fintech and commerce that empowers users to spend less, save more, and build credit - so they can make the most of life. Super.com is home to the best prices on everything - from discounted everyday items to great hotel deals - and it’s the hub that enables rich cashback and credit building on every transaction. The company is trusted by over 7 million customers, helping them save over $150M to date. Super.com is backed by Steph Curry and has raised over $100MM USD and surpassed $1B in sales.
Seed Investor and advisor
Jul 2016
Formerly Smooch, Sunshine Conversations is part of Zendesk’s open and flexible CRM platform, Zendesk Sunshine, which helps businesses connect customer data in order to deliver the best customer experiences. With Sunshine Conversations, companies can unify conversations across every digital channel to ensure that key business functions such as sales, service, and marketing have the context needed to provide the best customer experiences.
Board Member
Jan 2015
Poka transforms manufacturing operations by empowering workers with real-time access to knowledge, digital tools and expert support. Our AI-driven platform integrates training, communication and troubleshooting to foster continuous improvement and operational excellence. Our mission is to bridge the skills gap, reduce downtime, and drive safety, performance and quality to new heights. Poka’s powerful analytics engine makes it easy to identify issues in production, leading to quick and focussed resolutions. In 2023, Poka was acquired by IFS, an enterprise software leader in Enterprise Asset Management, Field Service Management and ERP. Together, we help manufacturing companies optimize their people, assets and processes. Join us in shaping the future of work in manufacturing.
Seed Investor and advisor
Dec 2013
Board Member
Jun 2013
Our unified platform fuels retail and hospitality ambitions with the technology and insights needed to simplify operations, scale efficiently and deliver exceptional customer experiences. From online and in-store operations to multichannel sales, global payments, inventory management tools and data-driven insights, Lightspeed helps businesses make work flow, grow sustainably and thrive in every market. Founded in Montréal in 2005, Lightspeed is dual-listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD). With global teams across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, we support merchants in over 100 countries.
Board Member
Jul 2011
We are a Montreal-based studio specialized in making high-quality mobile games. Our ambition is to become a worldwide leader in our field. We have launched 11 games so far in the “Chop Chop” franchise, all with great success. 16 millions of our games conquered the world’s iPods, iPhones and iPads, and our characters can be recognized by their cute and cartoony look!
Advisor, Investor, board observer
Jul 2011
Localmind gives you the ability to know what's happening in the world, right now. By temporarily and anonymously connecting you to someone at the location you are interested in, you are able to ask any question you want about that location, and get an answer, in real-time.
Board Member
Feb 2011
AppDirect is a San Francisco-based B2B subscription commerce platform company that brings together technology providers, advisors, and businesses to simplify how they buy, sell and manage technology. More than 1,000 providers, 10,000 advisors and 5 million subscribers rely on the AppDirect ecosystem of subscription marketplaces to power their innovation, growth, and success. If you are interested in career opportunities at AppDirect check out our current openings here: https://www.appdirect.com/about/careers#jobOpenings
Board Member
Dec 2010
Technology capital venture company owning TxT-TV, a broadcasting station operating on Rogers Cable. Focus on next generation interactive TV with mobile handsets. .
Board Member
Oct 2010
At Well.ca, we are looking to change the landscape of health and wellness in Canada and we need your help to do it. We believe that Canadians should never have to compromise on the health, wellness, baby and beauty products they choose for themselves and their loved ones – so we are empowering them lead healthier and happier lives by delivering wellness on their terms. We’re a fast-growing, proudly Canadian company that’s passionate about our customers, our business, and the products we sell! So why should you join us? FUEL YOUR PASSION. Be inspired every day to lead a better lifestyle. You’ll constantly discover health & wellness products, information and inspiration. GROW A COMMUNITY. We are about much more than one-time product-based transactions. We are nurturing a community of engaged employees, customers, and experts alike. GET THINGS DONE. We are agile and creative problem-solvers. EMBRACE CHANGE. Things change fast online, so we do too! Be part of making change. GET YOUR HANDS DIRTY. We are ego-less, and ready to own whatever job needs to be done. BE HAPPY & HEALTHY. We’re seriously ambitious when it comes to helping Canadians be happier and healthier – and we practice what we preach. Who do we hire? A+ PLAYERS, WHO ARE ALSO GOOD PEOPLE. We need good people to serve good people, so that’s who we hire :) Join us! We are always looking for PASSIONATE, CURIOUS, CREATIVE, AND DRIVEN PEOPLE who want to make an impact every day. Visit our Careers page to find the role for you in Toronto or Guelph: https://well.ca/careers
early stageRetail
Board Member
Sep 2010
Ryma Technology Solutions (a OneDesk Company is a leader in product management - developing and selling processes, expertise and tools that enable our customers to develop better products. Our award-winning software solution, FeaturePlan™, simplifies the implementation of any product management process and has been successfully used in implementing many kinds of product management and development processes worldwide. Our Mission is to: - Create a competitive advantage for our customers and make them more successful. - Build loyal relationships with our employees, customers and partners. - Enable our employees to become personal investors in our customer’s success. For more information visit: www.rymatech.com.
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2024
Board Member
Feb 2024
Wealth building for every household.
2022
Board Member
Feb 2022
With over 30 million jobs available in over 75 countries, Talent.com has established itself as one of the largest sources of employment worldwide. Talent.coms mission is to centralize all jobs available on the web, whether they come from companies​ career websites, staffing agencies or job boards. Our platform offers the most diverse and complete content to job seekers. Contact us at hello@talent.com!
2021
Board Member
Nov 2021
Life House is a vertically integrated hotel software, brand, and management company. Weve built an award-winning hotel brand, successfully operate over 50 hotels, and we use our operational expertise to build powerful software to make independent hotels more profitable and easy to operate.
mid stageHospitality
2020
Forum IA Québec
Board Member
Apr 2020
2019
Board Member
Apr 2019
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (TSX: GRGD) is a growth-oriented company striving for excellence in the fashion industry. Operating retail stores and digital experiences under two complementary and spirited banners—GARAGE and DYNAMITE—we offer a wide range of women’s fashion apparel, catering to the needs of Generation Z and Millennials. With leading key operating metrics and a commitment to innovation and disciplined execution, we are proud to continue our ambitious growth plans. Guided by our mission, “Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time,” we are a values-led, inclusive organization committed to inspiring confidence and self-expression. Proudly rooted in the chic and vibrant city of Montréal, our culture, values and distinct brands position us to shape the future of fashion while attracting and inspiring the next generation of leaders and creators. _____ Groupe Dynamite Inc. (TSX : GRGD) est une société du secteur de la mode orientée sur la croissance qui cherche constamment à atteindre l’excellence. Grâce à nos magasins de détail et aux expériences numériques que nous proposons sous deux bannières complémentaires et dynamiques, GARAGE et DYNAMITE, nous offrons une vaste gamme de vêtements de mode pour femmes qui répondent aux besoins de la génération Z et de la génération Y. Forts d’indicateurs de performance de premier ordre et de notre engagement en faveur de l’innovation et de la rigueur dans l’exécution, nous sommes fiers de poursuivre nos ambitieux plans de croissance. Guidés par notre mission, « VOUS inspirer à être VOUS‑MÊME, une tenue à la fois », nous sommes une organisation inclusive qui est guidée par ses valeurs et résolue à inspirer la confiance et l’expression de soi. Notre culture, nos valeurs et nos marques distinctes, qui trouvent leurs racines à Montréal, ville chic et dynamique, nous permettent de façonner l’avenir de la mode tout en attirant et en inspirant la prochaine génération de leaders et de créateurs.
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