Kurt Hoppe

Kurt Hoppe is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in global product and service development, excelling in innovation, strategy, and go-to-market leadership. Currently serving as a Partner at FAST FORWARD and holding various advisory and investment roles at Hayden AI, Aiden Automotive Technologies Inc, and Geeq, Kurt's expertise spans assisting businesses in navigating transformative challenges and leveraging technologies for growth. In addition to being Managing Partner at VOW International and a member of Abundance360, Kurt previously served as President of Digital Products, Strategy, and Innovation at Stanley Black & Decker, where Kurt led a global team driving new product development. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from the Royal Military College of Canada and M.Sc. studies in AI and Human-Computer Interaction from The University of British Columbia.