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Pelra Azondekon

Director, Venture Capital at Investissement Québec

Pelra Azondekon is a prominent figure in the venture capital and private equity ecosystem in Québec and Canada. She currently serves as the Director of Venture Capital at Investissement Québec, where she plays a crucial role in making strategic investment decisions.

With over 15 years of experience in private investments, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and accounting, Pelra has established herself as a young leader in the field.3 Her career journey includes:

  1. Current role: Director of Venture Capital at Investissement Québec
  2. Previous positions:
    • Managing Director of asterX, Quebecor's corporate venture capital arm (2020-2024)12
    • Senior Investment Manager in the Venture Capital division at Investissement Québec
    • Senior Manager in Transaction Advisory Services at EY
    • Senior Analyst in Corporate Finance at Enerkem Inc
    • Various roles at Ernst & Young, including Manager and Senior Accountant

Pelra's educational background includes:

  • Bachelor of Business Administration with a specialization in professional accounting from HEC Montréal, earned with a citation of excellence3
  • Graduate degree in Public Accounting from HEC Montréal3
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA auditor, CA) designation3

In addition to her professional roles, Pelra is actively involved in the community, serving as a Board Member for several organizations, including:

  • Université de Montréal
  • OSEntreprendre
  • The Upside Foundation3

Pelra Azondekon's expertise in venture capital, combined with her strong background in finance and accounting, has positioned her as a key player in Québec's innovation ecosystem, contributing to the growth and development of high-potential startups and tech companies.

Highlights

Sep 25 · asterx.vc
Our Team - AsterX Capital
Our Team - AsterX Capital
Nov 12 · betakit.com
Quebecor launches venture capital fund, asterX, to back startups ...
Quebecor launches venture capital fund, asterX, to back startups ...
Nov 11 · quebecor.com
Quebecor unveils asterX, its corporate venture capital arm - Québecor

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Montreal, Quebec, Canada