Sheldon Fernandez

Sheldon Fernandez

Co-Founder

DarwinAI

Sheldon Fernandez is a seasoned executive and respected thought leader who has exited multiple businesses. Throughout his career, Sheldon has coupled his entrepreneurial endeavors with non-technical pursuits, resulting in an interdisciplinary approach critical to AI. In addition to a BASc in Engineering from the University of Waterloo, he completed a Master’s degree in theology at UofT with thesis work in neuroscience and metaethics, and also pursued creative writing at Oxford University.

Schedule


thursday – 12:10pm Scale Up

Time Icon 20 mins

Location Icon 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.