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Empowering the Next Generation of Innovators

Mentorship, venture capital insights, and career guidance from an experienced early-stage investor, Joseph Bahous.

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Why connect with Joseph?

Extensive experience in venture capital, mentorship, and investment leadership.

Early-Stage Venture Investor

Leading Canada's first quantum-focused VC fund.

9+ years in VC & Wealth Management

Experience across public and private markets.

Structured $40M+ in assets

Closed over a dozen startup investments.

Mentor at Esplanade Québec

Coached 8+ early-stage startups.

Former Investment Director at MEDTEQ+

Investment expertise in digital health technologies.

CFA Charterholder, HEC Montréal

Strong academic and professional foundation.

About Joseph

Joseph Bahous is a Montréal-based venture investor with experience across digital health, quantum technologies, and early-stage startups.

Since 2016, he has developed a strong background in both public and private markets, focusing on pre-seed and seed investments in Canadian companies shaping the future of healthcare and deep tech.

Prior to his current role, Joseph led investment efforts in digital health and held analyst positions in the financial services sector.

He holds a Bachelor's and a Diploma of Specialized Higher Studies in Finance from HEC Montréal and is a CFA charterholder.

Known for a thoughtful investment approach, collaborative portfolio support, and active mentorship, Joseph enjoys working with emerging founders and future finance professionals.

  • Expertise: Portfolio management, financial analysis, strategic investment, client relationships, market analysis, compliance, risk management
"Joseph's mentorship and investment expertise have been invaluable to our startup's growth. His guidance is practical, strategic, and always supportive."
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Startup Founder (Testimonial)
Esplanade Québec Mentee

Ready to connect?

If you're a student or early-career professional interested in venture capital, startups, or career guidance, I'd love to hear from you. Please fill out the short application to schedule a chat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here's a bit more about the process. If you have other questions, feel free to reach out via the contact section below.

Who is Joseph Bahous?
Joseph Bahous is a Montréal-based venture investor with experience across digital health, quantum technologies, and early-stage startups.
What can I talk to Joseph about?
Mentorship, VC careers, startup fundraising, investment strategy, and career navigation.
Is this a paid service?
No, this is a free, structured coffee chat for students and early-career professionals looking for guidance.
How does the scheduling process work?
Click the "Schedule a Coffee Chat" button to fill out a short application form. If your request is a good fit, you'll automatically receive an email with a link to book a time on my calendar.
What happens after I submit the form?
Our system will review your application. Qualified applicants (students and early-career professionals) will receive the booking link instantly. All other submissions are forwarded for manual review.
Can Joseph help with connections?
Yes, when relevant, Joseph can connect you to founders, investors, or accelerators.
What's Joseph's background?
9+ years in VC and wealth management, with a focus on early-stage startups and fund structuring.

Contact

Feel free to reach out to me directly using the details below.

Let's Connect

I'm passionate about helping students and young professionals navigate their careers in finance and technology. To ensure I can provide the most value, I ask that you fill out a short application to schedule a coffee chat.

I review every request and aim to connect with as many of you as I can.