Next AI
Jogral F Jean is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in venture management and strategic partnership development. Currently serving as a Senior Venture Manager at Next AI since November 2018, Jogral leads investor relations and DEI strategies, fostering connections between entrepreneurs and diverse partners. Previous roles include Industry Expert at Fintech Cadence, Workshop Moderator and Jury Member for startup selection at CDL-Montreal, and CEO and co-founder of Pitstop Barber. Past experience also encompasses a decade as a Senior Debt Advisor at Desjardins and a Senior Account Manager at Notre Dame de Lourdes. Jogral holds a DESS in Management from McGill University and a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Politics from Université de Montréal.
Next AI
Delivered in Montréal and Toronto, NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program for early or idea stage AI-enabled startups. NextAI is for exceptional teams and individuals from around the world who are commercializing AI research and want to build global companies.NextAI is a global innovation hub for artificial intelligence relatedventure creation and technology commercialization. We identify talented teams and individuals with ambitious ideas and leverage Canada’s leadership position in AI to provide them with the capital, mentorship, education and network to disrupt industries.NextAI teams have access to up to $200,000 in capital, world-renowned faculty and scientists, a network of Canada’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs, and access to cutting edge AI tools.