We’ve created a new way to build exceptional businesses in Canada.

The traditional venture model is designed for high-risk, high-growth moonshots, leaving too many talented operators fit for other types of businesses on the sidelines.

We’re here to change that. Simple Ventures pairs proven leaders with high-potential ideas, providing the tools, resources, and focus they need to build sustainable, profitable businesses that make an impact.

What Makes Us Different?

We take a practical, results-driven approach to building companies by focusing on what truly works:

  • Capital efficiency, ensuring every dollar drives real growth.
  • Real ownership, keeping control in the hands of operators.
  • Lean, high-performing teams that execute with precision.
  • Sustainable, measurable success, prioritizing long-term value over short-term hype.
  • Risk mitigation, ensuring downside risks are capped, allowing operators to focus on execution without fear of catastrophic loss. This approach safeguards both the business and the operators’ long-term goals.

Our model blends the best of search funds, private equity, venture capital, and bootstrapping—balancing growth with stability to create lasting impact. We aim for $50M exits within 5 years producing win-win outcomes for all stakeholders.

At Simple Ventures, we’re profitability-obsessed and proudly Canadian.

Want to lead or join a team?

Build with us

Values that guide
our day-to-day:

Earn it every day

Debate like crazy, then grab coffee 

Be kind, not nice  

Hustle & scrappiness go a long way

We win as a team

Our Team

Michael Katchen
Co-Founder & Chair
Rachel Zimmer
Co-Founder & CEO
Dan Pappo
Head of Product & Technology
Jake Rudolph
Product Fellow
Elly Peng
Product Fellow
Nick Galasso
Strategy Partner & Advisor
Sajee Sivasooriyan
Finance Partner & Advisor
Rob Palumbo
Growth Partner & Advisor