Faizal is a serial entrepreneur, investor and mentor. He co-founded 5+ businesses in various industries before the age of 30, industries include: Information Technology, Real-Estate Development & Construction, Apparel, Automotive and Furniture Manufacturing. As co-founder of CognoVision (sold to Intel) Faizal has experienced the full life-cycle of a business from start-up to eventual exit. CognoVision was named Canada’s Most Innovative Company and was recipient of various industry and technology awards. Faizal is a Graduate & Alumni of Harvard Business School and a graduate of the EO/MIT Entrepreneurial Masters Program. Faizal has served as EIR @ Ryerson DMZ, Board Member @ Entrepreneur’s Organization, TiE Charter Member, Advisory Board @ Venture for Canada & Round13 Capital, Mentor @ NEXT, MaRS/JOLT, Accelerator Centre and other.