WUTIF

WUTIF Capital (VCC) Inc. operates as an angel fund dedicated to investing in promising early-stage technology ventures throughout British Columbia. The firm specializes in co-investing with angel investors, targeting ground-floor opportunities in the tech sector. WUTIF provides crucial capital to startups across various technology domains, focusing on those seeking initial external financing rounds with valuations typically under $4 million.

Michael Volker founded WUTIF Capital, establishing the fund in mid-2003, with its first investments commencing in late 2004. His extensive background as an angel investor since the 1980s informed the fund's creation. Volker recognized a need for a structured investment vehicle to support British Columbia's burgeoning technology ecosystem, particularly early-stage companies often overlooked by traditional venture capital, while leveraging local tax incentives for investors.

WUTIF serves investors seeking tax-advantaged participation in BC's tech growth, and innovative British Columbia-based technology startups in need of seed-stage capital. The company's vision is to act as a vital conduit for capital, driving the commercialization of local research and innovation. By enabling investment in niche ventures and fostering the tech sector, WUTIF contributes significantly to British Columbia's long-term economic prosperity.