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July 18, 2007
Jon Arnold / Iain Klugman - Communitech and the Waterloo Tech Market
On this week's podcast, Jon's guest was Iain Klugman, CEO of Communitech. This was a follow up podcast to recent trip Jon took to visit the Waterloo tech community. Communitech is a member-funded organization devoted to supporting this community in areas such as funding, government advocacy, startup advisory and recruitment. Iain spoke with Jon about the role Communitech plays, as well as the characteristics that make Waterloo such a strong community for tech startups. He also shared his insights about what successful startups have done right and what aspiring startups should be thinking about.
Iain Klugman
A Nortel veteran as Director of Branding and Advertising; Executive Director of Communications with CBC; and CEO of Ontario Tourism. Federal stints with the Privy Council Office and Industry Canada.
Overall, a 20-year background in marketing with a unique mix of technology and management experience. Iain’s Nortel work supported start-up technology companies around the globe. Here in Waterloo Region, he’s committed to supporting technology businesses where they need it most: right in the trenches, providing practical services and programs to members of all sizes. Part of his role is as key contact for government relations, to make sure that all levels of government know about the developments and capabilities in Waterloo Region´s tech sector. Iain is also committed to community partnerships, sitting on several boards, including the Prosperity Council, the Guelph-Waterloo Biotechnology Council, the Accelerator Centre and the Research + Technology Park.
Iain holds an MBA from Wilfrid Laurier University, an MPA degree from Dalhousie University and an HBA from Laurentian University
Posted at July 18, 2007 12:45 PM
