YiCheung Wen

Limited Partner @ Plaza Capital

📍 Canada🔄 Updated September 2026💼 7 investments📅 11 years investing🗓 Last invested May 2026
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May 2026
Galaxia is a space computation company with a focus on the design and development of intelligent satellites and edge compute platforms for space-based missions. We are advancing real-time EO capabilities by building the next generation of satellites capable of powerful artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2020 by Arad Gharagozli, Galaxia’s vision is to make space accessible and scalable for all. Being a fully Canadian-based organization, Galaxia is the only enterprise in Atlantic Canada that is specializing in hardware and software specific platform solutions. By addressing the ever-evolving needs of next generation Earth Observation (EO), the possibilities of what can be accomplished are limitless.
late stageDefense & Space
Investor
Oct 2024
Ring Rescue Inc. is a medical device manufacturing company and the Leader in providing professional solutions for safe and efficient stuck ring removal. We are defining the standard of care for management of finger entrapment. Hundreds of millions of people wear rings daily, fingers can swell for many reasons, and stuck rings are a worldwide problem that can become a medical emergency. Thats why we invented the safe, efficient and easy to use medical device solutions for professionals who deal with stuck rings. Our Compression Device is a patented device that uses air pressure to comfortably reduce finger swelling, so that rings can be removed intact. We know that rings are sentimental and valuable and encourage saving the ring when you can! Some stuck rings need to be cut, especially in cases of significant finger injury. Thats why weve invented the best ring cutter in the world! The Dolphin Ring Cutter cuts through all ring metals, including Titanium and Tungsten, safely and efficiently! It virtually eliminates the risk of finger burns or lacerations, is easy to use and is designed for single-person operation. It is battery powered for portability and also has full plug-in backup power. Combined, the Ring Rescue Kit is a must-have tool for every Hospital, Fire/Rescue service, Urgent Care Jewelry Store, Correctional Facility, Mortuary, and for all other professionals that see stuck rings! Learn more about the standard of care for stuck ring removal, by visiting www.ringrescue.com for more information!
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Sep 2024
With medical psychedelics continuing to gain popularity, HealingMaps provides guidance on treatment options related to Integrative Mental Health, Ketamine, Ibogaine and Ayahuasca. From in-depth articles related to medical psychedelics, to a directory to find the clinics nearest you, HealingMaps helps answer questions and concerns related to these alternative treatments.
Investor
Aug 2024
OLA Media is a digital media and connected mobility company that is transforming the out-of-home advertising landscape and improving the rideshare ecosystem in Latin America. The company’s proprietary advertainment platform in Ubers gives passengers access to a wide range of exclusive and interactive content, while allowing brands to engage on-the-go consumers when they are most receptive. OLA leverages interactivity, first party data obtention and cross-device connectivity to bring the best of digital advertising to a physical and captivating space.
Investor
Aug 2024
Bionoid is a private cannabinoid extraction and processing company with licensed operations in the U.S., Canada and Ecuador. We focus on large-scale, ecologically sustainable hemp cultivation through farming partnerships in Latin America; and on pharmaceutical-grade processing of high-quality, low-cost cannabinoids as the foundation of our global cannabis business.
Board Observer
Apr 2021
LevitasBio is a premier end-to-end sample processing and analysis provider to the life sciences market. Our advanced LeviCell system is a groundbreaking cellular research and analysis tool for scientists, researchers, and labs. For the first time ever, researchers can examine, analyze and understand true biological signatures without altering, stressing, or damaging cells—all while preserving the original samples. LeviCell delivers true biology for real cellular insights to power cellular research.
Board Member/ Investor
Feb 2015
Traffic control just got smarter with Site 20/20. Our industry-leading technology helps companies foster safer job sites, productive work crews, and ensures more efficient management of resources. Since inception, Site 20/20 has integrated over 100 traffic control companies across North America and is rapidly moving towards its goals of connecting all roadways and innovating the construction industry. For more information, visit www.site2020.com.
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2026
Investor
May 2026
Galaxia is a space computation company with a focus on the design and development of intelligent satellites and edge compute platforms for space-based missions. We are advancing real-time EO capabilities by building the next generation of satellites capable of powerful artificial intelligence and machine learning applications. Founded in 2020 by Arad Gharagozli, Galaxia’s vision is to make space accessible and scalable for all. Being a fully Canadian-based organization, Galaxia is the only enterprise in Atlantic Canada that is specializing in hardware and software specific platform solutions. By addressing the ever-evolving needs of next generation Earth Observation (EO), the possibilities of what can be accomplished are limitless.
late stageDefense & Space
Principal
Apr 2026
At Spring Loaded, weve developed the worlds first bracing solution that addresses patellofemoral pain and multi-compartment osteoarthritis. Our Spring Loaded technology absorbs the pressure from the painful joint during knee flexion and transfers those forces to the back of the leg during extension. Immediate relief that is changing OA bracing and improving patient outcomes.
2025
Limited Partner
Oct 2025
Plaza Ventures is a growth-stage venture capital-focused on stimulating the Canadian innovation economy. By connecting great entrepreneurs with private investors and deploying capital into high-potential growth-stage investments, we seek to maximize value for both operators and investors.
2024
Limited Partner
Nov 2024
Plaza Capital is a boutique merchant banking & advisory firm. At Plaza Capital, we leverage our capital markets expertise to deploy principal capital and serve as a hands-on advisor to public & soon-to-be public companies. When making investments, we do not simply look for the right deals but, more importantly, focus on finding the right partners and intend to establish long-term mutually rewarding relationships. We believe that, together, good people can do great things and understand that valuable opportunities emerge with the right relationships in place. We operate without any mandatory pre-set investment parameters. This enables us to fully explore all available options and curate a truly bespoke solution that creates maximum mutual value. Our approach to deal making is opportunistic and very nimble. We can execute quickly (as little as 2 weeks) utilizing a wide variety of structures; if we have a will to invest, we will find a way.
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