People Spotlight — Richard Egli,
General Partner, Emend Vision Fund
April 10, 2025
Richard is a General Partner at the Emend Vision Fund, where he leads high-impact, early-stage investments focused on industrial transformation, critical infrastructure, and clean water and food security. Drawing on decades of experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and real estate development, Richard brings strategic insight and operational expertise to founders tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Previously, Richard served as CEO of Alacrity Canada, where he helped shape the organization’s long-term vision and played a key role in building Victoria into one of Canada’s most exciting emerging technology hubs. During his tenure, Alacrity supported companies that generated over $1.5 billion in value and raised more than $700 million in investment.
Richard holds a B.Com in Entrepreneurship from Royal Roads University and an MBA from the University of Victoria, with a focus on finance and venture capital. He has also led a successful career in real estate development as an owner, operator, and developer of residential and commercial projects. Richard also serves on the boards of several technology companies and non-profit organizations.
“We know the most successful companies of the next decade will be the ones solving the world’s toughest industrial problems. If you care about impact and long-term returns, this is the time to get involved.”
— Richard Egli