We don't start from zero

We build on a shared foundation of reusable building blocks. For each new venture, we leverage our library of pre-built engineering components—from authentication to design systems. This means our startups aren't starting from 0 to 1; they’re starting from 0.4 to 1, with a massive advantage in speed and stability.

Process

Three stages from problem to company

We move fast and stay grounded. Each stage builds on real operator feedback and proof of concept before moving forward.

01.

Problem access

Great companies solve urgent, expensive problems. We partner closely with enterprise leaders to surface mission-critical challenges directly from their food production and distribution operations.

02.

Prototype exploration

We build the solution in-house. Our expert team rapidly prototypes and tests in real environments—real kitchens, warehouses, and stores—to prove traction.

03.

Founder pathway

Once a venture has a validated prototype and early traction, we recruit exceptional founders to lead, scale, and build the company.

WHY TORONTO

Toronto helps shape modern AI. The talent and enterprise access are here, but too often the companies are not. N43 exists to change that—creating a centre of gravity that keeps builders here and attracts more.

Culture &

Logo mark of N43

Our Values

Principles that drive us

What we do it for

Passion

AI-driven systems for labor scheduling, waste reduction, and supply chain optimization.

Curiosity

Digital teammates to automate tasks like customer ordering, supplier management, and replenishment.

Trust

AI-native platforms to power personalization, loyalty, and smarter in-location engagement.

Team

A Team of Builders,
Backing Visionaries

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Scott Wu
Managing Director
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Nadiya Wilson
Head of Ventures
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David Ash
DevOps Engineer
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Marc Witney
Senior Product Manager
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Adelina Buccilli
Senior People Operations Manager
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Eric Knutson
Principal Application Architect
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Jason De Souza
Venture Strategist
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Laura Windhorst
Senior UX Researcher
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Victorien Garrigues
Product Manager
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Ryan Kilroy
Staff Full Stack Engineer
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Colin Skotarski
Full Stack Engineer

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