Company Description Backers Securities Inc. operates a regulated funding portal under the Start-Up Crowdfunding Portal Exemption in Ontario (OSC), British Columbia (BCSC), and Alberta (ASC). Through its platform, the company enables startups and growth-stage businesses in these provinces to raise up to $1.5M by selling equity or issuing debt to everyday retail investors, starting from investments as low as $100, via Initial Backers Offerings (IBOs).

Backers focuses on democratizing access to private market investment opportunities, leveraging advances in regulation and financial technology. The company is deeply engaged with innovation in areas such as crowdfunding, blockchain, cryptocurrency, and security tokens, aiming to empower one million entrepreneurs and investors. More information about Backers Securities Inc. and its platform can be found at https://backers.ca.

Role Description The Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) is a full time remote role focused on identifying, shaping, and accelerating high-potential venture opportunities on the Backers platform. The EiR will work closely with founders and teams to refine business models, investment narratives, and go-to-market strategies, while supporting them through the crowdfunding and capital-raising process.

Daily activities include conducting market and competitive analysis, developing pitch materials and investor communications, and advising on fundraising strategy and campaign design. The EiR will collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve platform offerings,



contribute thought leadership on entrepreneurship and private markets, and explore new product, partnership, or ecosystem opportunities. This role is ideal for a resourceful self-starter who enjoys building early-stage ventures and navigating the intersection of startups, finance, and emerging technologies.

Qualifications

- Experience in entrepreneurship, founding or scaling startups, or working in incubators, accelerators, venture capital, or angel investing.
- Strong skills in business strategy, financial modeling, and fundraising, including familiarity with equity, debt, and crowdfunding structures.
- Knowledge of private markets, investment banking, or startup finance; exposure to blockchain, cryptocurrency, DeFi/CeFi, or security tokens is an asset.
- Ability to conduct market research, analyze competitive landscapes, and translate insights into actionable recommendations for founders.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to craft clear pitch decks, investor updates, and thought leadership content.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage multiple projects, and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent entrepreneurial experience is considered a strong plus.
- Commitment to inclusive, ethical, and transparent investment practices, and enthusiasm for expanding access to startup investing for the general public.

📌 Entrepreneur in Residence (Canada)
🏢 Backers Securities
📍 Canada