Tobyn Sowden

Private Investment Firm British Columbia, Canada ·Founded 2011

Overview

As the Chief Executive Officer and founder of Redbrick, Tobyn Sowden leads a private investment firm that focuses on creating, acquiring, and growing technology companies. Redbrick's portfolio includes companies such as Assembly Digital, Shift, Leadpages, and Rebase. Under his leadership, Redbrick has been recognized as the 5th Fastest-Growing Company in Canada and 2nd in software by PROFIT 500. The firm specializes in private equity and venture capital investments, targeting seed to late-stage companies across various industries, including technology, software, digital media, marketing, and e-commerce. Redbrick's investment strategy emphasizes operational excellence, product development, and results-driven marketing to foster innovation and growth within its portfolio companies. The firm has a geographical focus on Canada and the United States, with investment sizes ranging from $1 million to $50 million. Redbrick's commitment to social and environmental responsibility is demonstrated by its B Corp certification, reflecting its dedication to leading the way in corporate responsibility within the tech industry. Additionally, Redbrick's CEO, Tobyn Sowden, was named the Pacific EY Entrepreneur Of The Year in 2024, highlighting his impactful leadership and innovative vision in the tech sector.

Investment Focus

  • Strong management team
  • Scalable business model
  • Innovative product or service
  • Clear path to profitability
  • Alignment with Redbrick's values and mission

Portfolio Companies

SHIFTLeadpagesAssembly DigitalRebase

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Frequently asked questions about Tobyn Sowden

What sectors does Tobyn Sowden invest in?

Tobyn Sowden invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Real Estate and Telecommunications, and is based in British Columbia, Canada. Tobyn Sowden is listed as a private investment firm in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Tobyn Sowden invest at?

Tobyn Sowden backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.

Which regions does Tobyn Sowden invest in?

Tobyn Sowden invests across United States and Canada.

What companies has Tobyn Sowden invested in?

Tobyn Sowden's portfolio includes SHIFT, Leadpages, Assembly Digital and Rebase.

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