Kirk Simpson
Co-Founder and Executive Chair
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Kirk Simpson was co-founder and CEO of Wave, a FinTech firm specializing in software for small businesses. During his time as CEO, Wave achieved $100 million in annual revenue and was acquired by H&R Block for $537 million in 2019.
Recognized for his leadership, Simpson was named one of Canada’s Most Admired CEO’s in the growth category in the same year.
Recently Kirk co-founded goConfirm which is a digital ID verification platform that has raised over $8 million in seed funding.
Schedule
20 mins
St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts - Bluma Appel Theatre
Exit Like a Pro: Crafting the Perfect Farewell Strategy
No founder starts a company hoping to exit, but it is a reality for a lot of entrepreneurs. This fireside chat between seasoned founders will discuss the behind-the-scenes of scaling and selling your business. From ensuring a smooth transition, and aligning your founding team and board for a unified exit plan, to understanding the implications of non-dilutive funding, this candid conversation will cover the nitty-gritty of how to best strategize a smooth exit.
