Stewart Lyons

Chief Executive Officer at Bird & Spin | Operating Executive | Turnarounds & Transformations | Scaled $100M+ Technology Platforms | Transportation, Mobility, Telecom, Cloud | Regulated Industries | Board Director

📍 Greater Toronto Area Metropolitan Area, Canada🔄 Updated September 2026💼 5 investments📅 8 years investing🗓 Last invested Jan 2025𝕏 @upgrade_to_unlock
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Board Member
Jan 2025
Metrolinx is undertaking the largest transportation investment in Ontario’s history to get you where you need to go better, faster, easier, while also operating GO Transit, UP Express and PRESTO. Learn more about how we’re connecting communities, building partnerships, and providing you new ways to travel around our region, at Metrolinx.com. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
Board Member
Oct 2020
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is a new, independent regulatory agency created to improve consumer and pension plan beneficiary protections in Ontario. FSRA was established to replace the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) and the Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario (DICO). The agency is flexible, self-funded and designed to respond rapidly to an evolving commercial and consumer environment. In this capacity, FSRA will: • Promote high standards of business conduct • Foster a sustainable, competitive financial services sector • Respond to market changes quickly • Promote good administration of insurance and pension plans • Encourage innovation The newly created agency protects Ontarians by regulating: • Property and casualty insurance • Life and health insurance • Credit unions and caisses populaires • Loan and trust companies • Mortgage brokers • Health services providers (related to auto insurance) • Pension plan administrators • Financial planners and advisors For more information, visit www.fsrao.ca
Board Member
Apr 2019
At Borrowell, we’re on a mission to help Canadians feel confident about their money. We empower individuals to take control of their financial futures by providing the tools and insights needed to understand, build, and use their credit effectively. Trusted by 1 in 10 Canadians, Borrowell provides over 3 million members with comprehensive credit monitoring and personalized insights. Our innovative services, including Credit Builder and rent reporting, help consumers build credit so they can unlock access to a wider range of financial products at more competitive rates. Additionally, we offer personalized financial product recommendations from Canada’s most trusted providers based on each member’s credit profile and financial goals. Our team is diverse, inclusive, and driven by a shared passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of Canadians. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration, humility, and innovation. If you’re looking to join a company that’s transforming the financial landscape and empowering Canadians to achieve their financial aspirations, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Borrowell. Together, we can help Canadians feel confident about money.
Board Member
Sep 2018
Avante Corp Inc. (TSXV: XX) is a leading provider of technology enabled security services. We acquire, manage and build industry leading businesses which provide specialized, mission-critical solutions that address the security risks of our customers. It's primary operating subsidiaries are: Avante Security Inc. Logixx Security Inc. Citywide Locksmiths Ltd. ADH Fine Hardware Previously Integrated Into Logixx Security: Intelligarde International Inc. Veridin Systems Canada Inc. ASAP Secured Inc. Previously Integrated into Avante Security: INTO Electronics Inc. LVS Inc. Watermark Security Inc. Architronics Limited
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2025
Board Member
Jan 2025
Metrolinx is undertaking the largest transportation investment in Ontario’s history to get you where you need to go better, faster, easier, while also operating GO Transit, UP Express and PRESTO. Learn more about how we’re connecting communities, building partnerships, and providing you new ways to travel around our region, at Metrolinx.com. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.
2020
Board Member
Oct 2020
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) is a new, independent regulatory agency created to improve consumer and pension plan beneficiary protections in Ontario. FSRA was established to replace the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) and the Deposit Insurance Corporation of Ontario (DICO). The agency is flexible, self-funded and designed to respond rapidly to an evolving commercial and consumer environment. In this capacity, FSRA will: • Promote high standards of business conduct • Foster a sustainable, competitive financial services sector • Respond to market changes quickly • Promote good administration of insurance and pension plans • Encourage innovation The newly created agency protects Ontarians by regulating: • Property and casualty insurance • Life and health insurance • Credit unions and caisses populaires • Loan and trust companies • Mortgage brokers • Health services providers (related to auto insurance) • Pension plan administrators • Financial planners and advisors For more information, visit www.fsrao.ca
2019
Board Member
Apr 2019
At Borrowell, we’re on a mission to help Canadians feel confident about their money. We empower individuals to take control of their financial futures by providing the tools and insights needed to understand, build, and use their credit effectively. Trusted by 1 in 10 Canadians, Borrowell provides over 3 million members with comprehensive credit monitoring and personalized insights. Our innovative services, including Credit Builder and rent reporting, help consumers build credit so they can unlock access to a wider range of financial products at more competitive rates. Additionally, we offer personalized financial product recommendations from Canada’s most trusted providers based on each member’s credit profile and financial goals. Our team is diverse, inclusive, and driven by a shared passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of Canadians. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration, humility, and innovation. If you’re looking to join a company that’s transforming the financial landscape and empowering Canadians to achieve their financial aspirations, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Borrowell. Together, we can help Canadians feel confident about money.
2018
Board Member
Sep 2018
Avante Corp Inc. (TSXV: XX) is a leading provider of technology enabled security services. We acquire, manage and build industry leading businesses which provide specialized, mission-critical solutions that address the security risks of our customers. It's primary operating subsidiaries are: Avante Security Inc. Logixx Security Inc. Citywide Locksmiths Ltd. ADH Fine Hardware Previously Integrated Into Logixx Security: Intelligarde International Inc. Veridin Systems Canada Inc. ASAP Secured Inc. Previously Integrated into Avante Security: INTO Electronics Inc. LVS Inc. Watermark Security Inc. Architronics Limited
Board Member
Sep 2018
Avante Security Inc., an Avante Logixx company, is known for being Toronto's most prestigious security provider with the fastest response times in Canada. From families to small businesses to Fortune 500 companies, Avante has provided in-depth expertise and enhanced security solutions that are unmatched in the industry. Avante Security Inc. is an operating subsidiary of Avante Logixx Inc., a publicly listed company on the TSX.V (SYM: XX).
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