Santha Krishnasamy

Startup TNT connects local startups and entrepreneurs with angels, supporters, and other investors. To date, we have invested over $20M into 120+ companies across Western Canada. Our goal is to help you build your startup from your hometown, providing the network, community, and capital to make that happen. Our flagship event, The Startup TNT Investment Summit, connects new and experienced angel investors with startups by investing at least $125,000 (oftentimes more, up to $500k+) in each local winner, and syndicating deals for other companies that catch the investors eyes!

At SheEO we are here to transform ourselves and systems by collectively working on the Worlds To-Do List. We started in Canada in 2015 to demonstrate a radically redesigned model to get capital (all forms of capital) into the hands of women and non-binary innovators. At the time ~3% of venture capital and 4% of bank loans went to women. It has since backslid even further with COVID exacerbating deeply biased systems and structures. Over the years, SheEO has grown to 5 countries (Canada, US, New Zealand, Australia, UK) and evolved to formally recognize and support non-binary individuals as Activators and Ventures. Our collective purpose has also grown - from funding entrepreneurs to also shifting our mindsets, decolonizing ourselves, rooting in Indigenous wisdom and racial justice, and using our power to build equitable systems. To date, we have funded 100+ brilliant innovators and we are creating ecosystems wherever we operate to ensure those who have been put to the margins are supported to co-create a world that works for all.

At Trent, we design and deliver fashion and lifestyle brands that are always a step ahead fresh, fearless, and full of flair. Driven by innovation, agility, and a strong sense of community, we thrive on building retail experiences that resonate. With 1000+ outlets across Westside, Zudio, Samoh, and Star Bazaar, we’re reimagining modern retail for India. What We Believe We’re passionate about fashion, food, beauty, home, and everything in between. Our mission is simple—make everyday moments effortlessly stylish through fast, clean, and innovative retail. Rooted in Tata’s legacy, our values reflect sustainability, integrity, and mindful growth. ________________________________________ Our Brands WESTSIDE Our flagship fashion destination home to 22+ in-house labels across women’s, men’s, and kidswear, footwear, lingerie, beauty, accessories, and home. All thoughtfully designed under one roof. ZUDIO Bold, buzzing, and breaking boundaries, Zudio offers trend-forward fashion at prices that don’t hold you back. Designed entirely in-house, it’s where cool meets accessible. We build tribes, not just trends. STARBAZAAR Everyday essentials, done better. From fresh produce to pantry staples, our clean, modern formats turn grocery shopping into a delightful ritual led by foodies, for food lovers. SAMOH Refined, rooted, and radiant. Samoh blends traditional craft with modern elegance. Designed for life’s special moments, it’s where Indian heritage meets contemporary luxury.

The University of Alberta is one of Canada’s top teaching and research universities, with an international reputation for excellence across the humanities, sciences, creative arts, business, engineering, and health sciences. Home to more than 39,000 students and 15,000 faculty and staff, the university has an annual budget of $1.7 billion and attracts nearly $450 million in sponsored research revenue. The U of A offers close to 400 rigorous undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in 18 faculties on five campuses. The university has more than 250,000 alumni worldwide. The university and its people remain dedicated to the promise made in 1908 by founding president Henry Marshall Tory that knowledge shall be used for “uplifting the whole people."​

Startup TNT connects local startups and entrepreneurs with angels, supporters, and other investors. To date, we have invested over $20M into 120+ companies across Western Canada. Our goal is to help you build your startup from your hometown, providing the network, community, and capital to make that happen. Our flagship event, The Startup TNT Investment Summit, connects new and experienced angel investors with startups by investing at least $125,000 (oftentimes more, up to $500k+) in each local winner, and syndicating deals for other companies that catch the investors eyes!

At SheEO we are here to transform ourselves and systems by collectively working on the Worlds To-Do List. We started in Canada in 2015 to demonstrate a radically redesigned model to get capital (all forms of capital) into the hands of women and non-binary innovators. At the time ~3% of venture capital and 4% of bank loans went to women. It has since backslid even further with COVID exacerbating deeply biased systems and structures. Over the years, SheEO has grown to 5 countries (Canada, US, New Zealand, Australia, UK) and evolved to formally recognize and support non-binary individuals as Activators and Ventures. Our collective purpose has also grown - from funding entrepreneurs to also shifting our mindsets, decolonizing ourselves, rooting in Indigenous wisdom and racial justice, and using our power to build equitable systems. To date, we have funded 100+ brilliant innovators and we are creating ecosystems wherever we operate to ensure those who have been put to the margins are supported to co-create a world that works for all.