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Neha Khera

Expeditioner at Something New

Toronto, Ontario

Overview 

Neha Khera is a Venture Capital professional based in Toronto, Ontario, with a strong background in early-stage investing, particularly in sectors like DeepTech and Data Services. With experience at notable firms like 500 Startups and 2048 Ventures, she has successfully invested in companies such as Centro Commerce, PainWorth, Eli, and Obie, showcasing her expertise in identifying and supporting promising startups.

Work Experience 

  • Expeditioner

    2024 - Current

  • Co-founder & Partner, 500 Canada

    2016

    500 Startups Canada, a venture capital fund launched in 2017, made 36 investments into early-stage startups across Canada. Led the investments for Applyboard, Benchsci, Fightcamp and Mejuri, amongst others. Continue to manage out the fund.

  • Partner

    2017 - 2020

    500 Startups is a globally-focused venture capital firm, and one of the most active in the world. As part of the 500 Startups US Fund V, led accelerator investments for numerous companies.

500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies.

Raised $2,271,999.00 from Abu Dhabi Financial Group.

  • Venture Partner

    2024 - 2024

  • General Partner

    2022 - 2024

    2048 Ventures is a thesis-driven earliest-stage venture capital firm. Led investments in 16 companies, including Eli Health, Impacked, Frate and Enurgen (amongst others).

  • Partner

    2020 - 2022

2048 Ventures is a thesis-driven venture capital firm.

  • Member

    2022 - 2024

    C100 is the preeminent global community of Canadians in tech, a mission-driven network committed to supporting, inspiring and connecting the most promising Canadian entrepreneurial leaders.

  • Senior Investment Manager

    2012 - 2016

    The IAF is one of Canada's most active seed stage venture capital funds. Helped lead investments for over 15 companies including Figure 1, Rubikloud, Sampler and ThinkData.

  • Industry Analyst, Market Intelligence

    2011 - 2013

    Recognized as a thought leader in emerging technology trends. Published numerous papers, including an analysis of Canada's top tech companies and their path to success.

  • Manager, Business Innovation

    2008 - 2010

    Spearheaded the launch of innovative banking solutions, including mobile payments, digital signage and VR-based training.

  • Analyst, Business Innovation

    2006 - 2008

  • Proposal Coordinator

    2005 - 2005

Ericsson Ventures is a venture capital and private equity firm that invests in innovative companies.

  • Technical Analyst, Infrastructure Solutions & Design

    2004 - 2004

  • Software Developer

    2003 - 2003

  • Hardware Engineer

    2002 - 2002

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