Bryan Duarte

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

2021 - Current

BlackTech Capital is a Toronto based pre-seed fund that invests in Black and other Underrepresented Entrepreneurs focused on ClimateTech/CleanTech.

Board Chair

2024

Treasurer, Board of Directors

2022 - 2024

Board Member

2021 - 2022

Build geographic partnerships and share resources with other areas in need Build strong and healthy communities through social networks/support Support income generation through skills development Address structural inequalities with emphasis on community engagement and development, equity, diversity and human rights

BlackTech Capital - Awarded as a Top Innovative Fund for Our Future

2022

http://ow.ly/p8yO50KRfNG Innovative investment funds which invest in people and planet-focused entrepreneurs. This challenge called for innovative investment funds with a portfolio focus on start-up to scale-up ventures across at least 1 of 8 key SDG areas: Nature, Ocean, Plastics, Climate Action, Circular Economy, Water, Health and Education. ​ UpLink is the open innovation platform of the World Economic Forum

Founder & CEO

2012

As Canada transitions to a low-carbon economy, we believe that sustainability will drive business growth in every sector. Green building features like fresh indoor air quality, natural lighting and views, and balanced thermal comfort will attract top industry talent and provide huge increases in employee health and productivity, all while saving energy and the environment. Enliten partners with your business on sustainability plans and manages your energy retrofit and design/build projects by integrating green building solutions in these areas: • HVAC upgrades, replacement, and system optimization • Daylighting and automated lighting • Building envelope systems: windows, insulation, and airtightness • Sustainable office design

Director

2022

Founded in 1983, the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) is a non-profit, charitable organization that addresses equity and opportunity for the Black community in business, employment, education and economic development. To advance Canada’s Black communities by delivering programs that support business and professional excellence, higher education and economic development. VISION To be the organization of choice serving the Black community’s business, professional and economic development needs. PURPOSE To encourage and support the pursuit of entrepreneurship, business, professional excellence, higher education and economic empowerment. To facilitate access to people and resources. To identify and reward excellence in achievement. To establish linkages and co-operate with other organizations on matters pertaining to business, education, economic development and community wellness. To build cross-cultural understanding and promote equity.

Advanced Advisor/Executive In Residence (EIR)

2022

The Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) is committed to connecting Black Businesses in Canada to the Global Black diaspora and the mainstream global markets. We promote local and bilateral trade, resources, information and cultural exchange for business. Responsible for advising members and participants of CBCC’s programs, specifically in CleanTech and Sustainability, Including assisting entrepreneurs in planning and executing business strategies to improve efficiency in the operational and financial management of their businesses. Along with other CBCC personnel, expand and develop the CleanTech/Sustainability programs, initiatives and offerings of CBCC.

Executive In Residence

2022

Evaluate potential new commercialization projects and ideas in terms of feasibility, commercial viability and financing. Manage commercialization projects, from idea towards exit. Assess sustainable competitive edge, market and commercialization potential and development state of research projects, innovations and inventions including IP status. Mentor, coach and advise referred Ryerson researchers, creators, inventors, entrepreneurs on innovation, commercialization, venture development and value creation. Promote, introduce, and connect Ryerson to internal and external stakeholders, in particular industry and finance/capital when appropriate.

Entrepreneur In Residence

2022

Foresight is Canada’s cleantech accelerator. We bring together innovators, industry, investors, government, and academia to address today’s most urgent climate issues and support a global transition to a green economy. Cleantech innovation starts here!

Entrepreneur In Residence

2022

Haltech is one of 17 Regional Innovation Centres (RICs) across the province of Ontario. We are a non-profit corporation backed by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and corporate sponsors – Supporting a strong, innovative economy that can provide jobs, opportunities, and prosperity for all Ontarians. Our program of tailored innovation services support technology and innovation companies at every stage of business development. The goal is to accelerate through key milestones using a structured approach so that our clients have access to the right services and support at the right time.

Member

2022