Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | Software (Web Marketplace Saas..) • IT (& TMT) • FinTech (& Financials services) • Hardware (& Manufacturing) • CleanTech |
Investing | Canada |
Tera Capital is a venture capital firm that focuses on several key sectors including innovation, natural resources, industrials, clean energy, biotechnology, and financials. Since its establishment in 1996 in Toronto, Ontario, Tera Capital has been actively investing in growth companies across various stages of development. Their investment thesis revolves around the concept of innovation as a critical driver for the economy, society, and the environment. The firm perceives innovation as not only fundamental to creating the next generation of products and services but also as a means to foster green initiatives, medical advancements, and overall societal wellness. Tera Capital places significant emphasis on hands-on engagement with their portfolio companies, aiming to drive growth through intimate involvement. The team at Tera Capital, led by experienced investment managers Howard Sutton and Lyle Stein, applies over 50 years of cumulative investment management experience to identify opportunities, particularly those that promise substantial cash flow and earnings. Tera Capital's family of funds includes the Balanced Small Cap fund focused on small cap investing for high-reward opportunities, and the High Income fund which targets high current income through investments in high-yield securities. This diversified approach reflects the firm’s commitment to innovation and growth across a spectrum of economic sectors, leveraging expertise to support companies that can deliver significant returns.