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Fcpa Ray Walia

CEO at Launch Ventures

Ray Walia, FCPA, FCMA, is a serial entrepreneur and investor with over 25 years of experience in the entertainment and technology sectors.

He founded Launch Ventures, a network of accelerators, innovation labs, and investment funds, with Launch Academy being the most prominent incubator in Western Canada.

Ray has invested in over 30 startups and has received several awards and recognitions for his entrepreneurial endeavors, including being named Entrepreneur Mentor of the Year and a Fellow of Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia.

He is actively involved in developing the technology ecosystem in North America, assisting entrepreneurs in creating sustainable businesses, and hosting events that attract international dignitaries and industry leaders.

Ray's educational background includes studies in Entertainment Administration, Film & Television, Management Accounting, and Entrepreneurship.

He has held various roles in organizations such as former CEO of Launch Ventures, Co-Founder of PlayWize, and CEO of Launch Academy, among others.

Highlights

May 18 · BetaKit
Launch Academy giving $100000 in scholarships to aspiring entrepreneurs affected by COVID-19 - BetaKit
Jun 26 · Financial Post
Are you a Renaissance person, a polymath or a multi-potentialite? All of the above? - Financial Post
Are you a Renaissance person, a polymath or a multi-potentialite? All of the above? - Financial Post
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada