Relay Ventures

Relay Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm focused on transformative companies across North America. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Toronto, Relay primarily invests in sectors like fintech, proptech, sports tech, and urban tech. The firm aims to support startups addressing major pain points in large markets, often leading pre-seed and seed rounds. Their portfolio includes successful companies such as Ecobee, theScore, and Quickplay Media, showcasing their expertise in identifying and nurturing high-growth opportunities. Relay Ventures is particularly committed to working closely with founders, offering not just capital but also strategic guidance and access to a broad network of industry leaders and partners. They take a collaborative approach, treating founders as partners and helping them scale their companies through multiple stages of growth. With a track record of over 240 investments and several successful exits, including acquisitions by major players like Generac and Penn National Gaming, Relay has established itself as a key player in the venture capital landscape. Managing partners John Albright and Kevin Talbot lead the firm, leveraging their extensive experience in supporting innovative technologies that are reshaping industries. Relay Ventures continues to focus on companies with scalable solutions that can drive significant change in their respective sectors.