Ian Jeffrey

Overview

Ian Jeffrey is a Canadian entrepreneur and angel investor based in Montreal, Quebec. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Breathe Life, an enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company focused on the life insurance industry. Breathe Life provides insurers with a modern end-to-end platform that increases the speed of policy delivery and reduces operational costs for the distribution of life products. Prior to founding Breathe Life, Ian was the Vice President of Product Marketing at PasswordBox and took on the role of General Manager after the acquisition by Intel. He has also played a key role in the launch of several startups and co-founded FounderFuel, Canada’s leading startup accelerator, as well as MTLinTech, Montreal’s voice of the startup community. As an angel investor, Ian has invested in early-stage startups across various sectors, including technology and insurance. His investment focus is on companies that are innovating within the insurance industry, particularly those offering software solutions that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. Ian's investment strategy emphasizes supporting entrepreneurs who are passionate about transforming traditional industries through technology. He seeks to partner with founders who have a clear vision and the drive to execute their ideas effectively. His portfolio includes companies that are leveraging technology to modernize the insurance sector and improve accessibility for consumers. Ian's track record reflects a commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the insurance technology space. His investments are characterized by a hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance and leveraging his extensive network to help portfolio companies scale and succeed. Through his role at Breathe Life and as an angel investor, Ian continues to contribute to the evolution of the insurance industry by supporting ventures that are redefining how insurance products are delivered and experienced by consumers.

Investment Focus

• Innovative technology solutions
• Experienced founding team
• Scalable business model
• Clear market differentiation

Portfolio Companies