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Abdullah Snobar
[edit]Abdullah Snobar is the Executive Director of DMZ at Toronto Metropolitan University and CEO of DMZ Ventures.[1]
Snobar's leadership has helped DMZ become a globally recognized startup incubator, helping over 1000 startups raise more than $2.69 billion in capital [2] [3]. Since joining DMZ in 2014, Snobar has overseen its expansion into a global network, with satellite locations in North America, Latin America, Africa, and Asia.[4] [2]
DMZ
[edit]As Executive Director, Snobar has spearheaded DMZ’s transformation from a co-working space to a top incubator, supporting startups with mentorship, capital, and connections. DMZ was ranked the number one incubator in North America by UBI Global and third in the world.[2][4] Under his tenure, startups at DMZ have created thousands of jobs and secured significant funding.[2]
DMZ Ventures
[edit]In 2020, Snobar became CEO of DMZ Ventures, the for-profit arm of DMZ, which focuses on scaling high-growth startups. DMZ Ventures’ investment fund, launched in 2024, will make up to 10 investments per year, ranging from $100,000 to $250,000 CAD. The fund will support promising pre-seed and seed-stage startups, primarily from DMZ’s portfolio, and is strongly focused on backing underserved founders.[5][6]
Thought Leadership
[edit]Snobar has frequently spoken on the importance of innovation and productivity, especially in relation to Canada's economic development. He emphasizes the need for Canadians to take a more aggressive stance in promoting their talents and capabilities on the global stage, arguing that the country’s humility may hinder its potential for innovation.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ "Abdullah Snobar". DMZ. Retrieved 2024-10-07.
- ^ a b c d "Executive director Abdullah Snobar explains how the DMZ became North America's top incubator | BetaKit". 2017-02-26. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
- ^ [1]
- ^ a b c "The Business Case For Vulnerable Leadership". Three. 2024-08-30. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
- ^ "Abdullah Snobar". Elevate. Retrieved 2024-10-21.
- ^ [2]