Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan

Are you a #student that’s interested in pursuing a career in #finance or #investments? Join us on August 15th for an evening with our Investments and Risk teams, featuring a panel with senior leaders and tours of our brand-new Toronto office. Register today! https://ow.ly/aYSF50SH7k3

We are thrilled that Ontario Teachers' has been selected by Forbes and Statista as one of Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2024. The award list is based on a survey of 40,000 professionals and evaluates companies on personal and public recommendations, as well as a range of diversity KPIs, including age, gender, ethnicity, disability and 2SLGBTQ equality. This recognition reflects our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where our employees feel respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. #otppLife

AI's transformative power is akin to the rise of the internet, but its full impact remains unimaginable. In this article, Avid Larizadeh Duggan OBE, Senior Managing Director of Teachers’ Venture Growth, highlights key strategies for navigating the new tech super cycle, including commoditization, focusing on capabilities, and embracing co-creation in the use of AI. Read more on how businesses can adapt and thrive amidst AI's rapid evolution: https://ow.ly/p4gJ50Sxb1v

Congratulations to Sebastian James on the appointment as Group CEO of our eyecare portfolio company, Veonet! We're excited for the leadership and vision you will bring to the team as the company embarks on its next stage of growth across Europe. Thank you to Dr. Markus Hamm for your hard work in leading the Group over the last five years.

"In Asia, we have about 10% of our portfolio invested across the region, including in growth-oriented markets like India and more mature markets like Australia. We have also been actively looking at Japan.”   Cindy Yan, our Senior Managing Director of Direct Investing in Equities, recently joined the 2024 Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum Japan and spoke about the private equity market in the region and highlighted where investment opportunities exist within Japan.    To learn and find out more, watch the full panel here: https://ow.ly/Lm7A50Svnjv

Recently, Teachers’ Venture Growth (TVG) attended Collision Conf 2024 in Toronto, where the most innovative minds in tech discussed topics from AI and cybersecurity to diversity and financing for entrepreneurs. Brent Noseworthy, Investment Associate with TVG, shares five key takeaways – and how they will shape the future of business and society: https://ow.ly/8ez850SuxQG

We are incredibly proud that Ontario Teachers’ employees marched in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQ community in this year's Toronto Pride Parade. Our employees’ excitement to take part reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive work environment, where everyone feels comfortable bringing their whole self to work. A huge thank you to the volunteers on our Pride@Teachers’ Employee Resource Group for organizing our participation in this important celebration. #otppLife #PrideMonth #PrideTO

Congratulations Katherine Dudtschak, (she / her) ICD.D! We’re excited to keep partnering with you and the entire HomeEquity Bank team as you continue making a positive impact for the Bank’s customers.

We’re pleased to announce that Teachers’ Venture Growth and KKR will be jointly leading a US$140 million Series E fundraise of SmartHR, Inc. – Japan's premier cloud-native HR management platform. The investment will be used to accelerate SmartHR’s growth, including through the development of new solutions, talent acquisition, and organic and inorganic growth strategies.    “SmartHR has demonstrated innovative ways to help companies of every size improve how they manage and develop their workforces. As Japanese companies increasingly transform their businesses with digital solutions, SmartHR is well-positioned to support a variety of their labor management needs. We look forward to working alongside KKR to help accelerate SmartHR’s growth journey while also leveraging our global expertise to find ways to be a value-adding partner.”- Olivia Steedman, Executive Managing Director and Global Head of Teachers’ Venture Growth   Learn more: https://ow.ly/fIbj50SsM5q

We're thrilled to announce that we have made a significant investment in KOGTA FINANCIAL (INDIA) LIMITED, a leading Non-Banking Finance Company (NBFC) in India, offering vehicle finance, and micro, small, and medium enterprise loans. This capital infusion will fuel Kogta's growth, enhance its product offerings, and broaden its regional footprint. Learn more: https://ow.ly/462N50SpZBG