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Creative Destruction Lab

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Creative Destruction Lab

Delivering an objectives-based program for massively scalable, seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies.

Toronto

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Toronto
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Who they are

About

Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2012 at the Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto. It delivers an objectives-based program for massively scalable, seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies. CDL operates a global startup program for seed-stage, science-based companies, employing an objectives-based mentoring process by accomplished entrepreneurs, angel investors, economists, and scientists. It aims to increase the commercialization of academic inventions and has generated over CAD$51B in equity value for participating companies. The organization focuses on unlocking enterprise productivity through AI and other advanced technologies.

Investment profile
Investment thesis
CDL invests in seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies with the potential for massive scalability. The program focuses on converting scientific discoveries into commercial ventures, leveraging mentorship to help founders build something massive. They look for startups typically 2-3 years old, with successful investments often in Analytics and Machine Learning.
Ticket size
US$100K - US$1M
Sweet spot
Science- and technology-based companies, Seed-stage, Massively scalable potential, Companies aged 2-3 years, Strong in Analytics and Machine Learning
What they add
Objectives-based mentoring, Access to a global network of mentors, Focus on massively scalable ventures, Programs across 23 deep tech streams, Connection to seed capital, Equity value creation guidance
Stages
Seed-stage
Geographic focus
Global (with locations in Canada · United States · Europe · Australia · Asia including Berlin · Calgary · Doha · Estonia · Halifax · London · Melbourne · Milan · Montreal · Paris · San Sebastian · Seattle · Texas · Toronto · Vancouver · Wisconsin)
Portfolio companies
1,893
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Frequently asked questions

What is Creative Destruction Lab?
Delivering an objectives-based program for massively scalable, seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies.
What kind of organization is Creative Destruction Lab?
Creative Destruction Lab operates as Investor.
Where is Creative Destruction Lab based?
Creative Destruction Lab is based in Toronto, Ontario.
What is Creative Destruction Lab's investment focus?
CDL invests in seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies with the potential for massive scalability.

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