NACO incorporated as a non-profit in 2002 to promote and help create a vibrant Angel community in Canada by providing Angel investors with a secure environment to network and learn from their peers.

Since then, NACO has evolved to become the National champion of Canada’s Angel investing community, working with individuals, groups and industry partners by supporting best practices and professional development, informing policy in support of the early-stage funding ecosystem, and providing trusted intelligence on Canada’s Angel investing activity.

With more than 2,000 members across the country, we are building a strong and vibrant Angel community in Canada by making meaningful connections across borders, sectors and asset classes. Our members are a diverse group of individual investors, Angel groups and other industry partners that provide support to early-stage companies.

The National Angel Capital Organization

Jim Hayhurst has been active in the Victoria technology sector as an investor, advisor and entrepreneur since 2005. He is currently CEO of Pretio Interactive, a fast-growing leader in digital customer acquisition. His career includes building companies with clients and operations around the world in cleantech, online gaming, management consulting, and social enterprise. He has been a longtime director and advisor for leading non-profits and schools, including Pearson College and Power to Be. In 2016, Jim was selected as VIATEC’s Technology Champion.

Jim Hayhurst

Biography