{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Investing in the next generation with Jacques Perreault, Senior Partner @ Brightspark Ventures","description":"On this week\u2019s show, we spoke with Jacques Perreault, Senior Partner @ Brightspark Ventures.  Over the past 20 years, Jacques has been actively involved in the financing of Canadian technology companies. He played a leading role in the development and growth of the technology subsidiary of the Caisse de d\u00e9p\u00f4t et de placement du Qu\u00e9bec (formerly known as Sofinov), one of the largest venture capital organizations dedicated to the financing of Canadian technology businesses. Jacques is a proven investment professional with experience in developing quality deal flow, building relationships and supporting companies in their development toward their growth plan and\/or liquidity event. His broad expertise in technology financing and his network of local and international contacts are major assets.    On the show, we spoke about:  Working with the next generation of operators  Brightspark\u2019s investment thesis  How they expanded possibilities for retail investors  Why he doesn\u2019t invest in crypto (yet) Investing in non-obvious areas   Jacques is the quintessential investing professional. He has an incredible track record and was  nice enough to share many insights during our conversation.    Let us know what you think. What types of guests would like to see on the show? What topics interest you the most? Send me your thoughts at nectar@thepnr.com   Subscribe | iTunes | Google Play |Spotify | YouTube | Stitcher | Breaker ","author_name":"Flagship Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.amiral.vc","html":"