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We buy and build great companies

Founded in 2011 and based in Victoria, we're on a mission to build, acquire, and scale purposeful, profitable companies where people love to work.​

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A future with Redbrick

Equal parts entrepreneur and investor, we’re on the lookout for software, media, and technology.

Striking a deal means we’re excited to build on the foundation you’ve spent years shaping. We’re not here to mess with the best parts of your business.

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We’re industry experts

Our leadership team is a group of seasoned entrepreneurs who have grown Redbrick from a start-up into a multi-national parent company. We leverage a unique Shared Services team to do what we do best: unlock growth across our portfolio.

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And exceptional operators

It’s how we’ve scaled two businesses to the Profit 500 list and been named one of the fastest-growing software companies in Canada—while being one of Canada's Top Small and Medium Employers six years running.

Our company
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2023

Fast-tracked product development

After 16 years as an independent company, Animoto wanted more support to dive deeper into its product and generative AI.

Since acquiring Animoto, the team has launched a full product upgrade with enhanced AI features and UI, as well as new company branding, and a fresh marketing website.

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2023

Leveraging the power of marketing

Delivra had invaluable industry knowledge and a loyal user base, but needed more resources to create a stable marketing program and capture more customers.

Working closely with Delivra since 2022, we’ve established an internal marketing team, launched a full branding redesign, and revitalized product development.

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Unprecedented growth

In 2020, Leadpages’ owners wanted to exit and focus on other projects. We saw an opportunity to revitalize an outstanding product and team.

Since then, we’ve rolled out new technology, tapped into a bigger customer base, and mapped out a hyper-profitable strategic direction.

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"I've been through a couple of acquisitions and working with Redbrick has been, by far, the easiest and most rewarding experience for us."

Barbara Berry, CEO of Delivra
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"Redbrick was a proactive and trustworthy partner throughout our acquisition process. Animoto was fortunate to have multiple acquisition offers but Redbrick’s leaders and culture made the decision to join them easy."

Brad Jefferson, CEO of Animoto

What we’re looking for

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Innovative companies
Building on the strengths of our existing portfolio, we’re looking for technology, software and media companies.
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Healthy, stable business
You’ve built a great foundation with steady customers and sustainable profit but now you’re ready for the next chapter.
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Vision for the future
Your business has big ambitions, but you need strategic guidance or operational support to take it to the next level.

Support that enables
you to scale

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Support that enables
you to scale

Unique company structure

Our Shared Services team manages the finance, People & Culture, and admin responsibilities for all portfolio companies, taking the pressure off growing businesses and their leadership teams.

Extra creative and technical resources

Acting as an in-house agency, top marketing, creative, and technical talent divides their time across our portfolio. It’s a behind-the-scenes support system that puts extra power behind every initiative.

Executive
team

Good leadership is grounded in experience. We’re well-equipped with first-hand industry knowledge and have everything it takes to turn potential into growth.

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Tobyn Sowden
CEO
As founder and CEO, Tobyn’s background in computer science is what started it all. He continues to work hands-on with product as he leads the long-term vision for Redbrick.
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Marco Pimentel
CMO
A relentless entrepreneur, Marco lives and breathes growing businesses from the ground up. Directing a team of marketers and creatives, he brings the Redbrick vision to life.
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Christine Tatham
CPO
As Chief People Officer, Christine engages our most important asset—our people. Her leadership helps us anticipate our team’s needs and create a cohesive, meaningful culture.
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Rory Capern
COO
Rory is a seasoned M&A leader with a long track record of building businesses and strong partnerships in tech and media—he can spot a good partner for Redbrick from a mile away.
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Kevin Dam
CFO
Alongside strategic and operational decisions, Kevin leads financial due diligence throughout the acquisition process and financial integration post-acquisition.
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Jason Soni
General Counsel
With over a decade of specialization in legal counsel for technology and data protection, Jason advises as Fractional General Counsel to Redbrick and our portfolio companies.
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Alisha Kelly
Chief of Staff
Alisha works across the portfolio leading the executive operations team and EA program. Her support in strategic initiatives helps to execute Redbrick’s long-term vision.

Becoming a Redbrick company

We use a four-step framework to keep our process simple
1
Exploration

We frame what life looks like at Redbrick while learning everything about your business to make sure that we click.

2
Commitment

If a deal makes sense, we write a letter of intent that outlines the scope of the acquisition.

3
Due diligence

Join working sessions so we can identify growth opportunities and how we can best support you.

4
Finalization

Lawyers are called, paperwork gets signed, and champagne gets popped. You officially join the Redbrick family!

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Let’s start with a conversation

Connect with our M&A team to get to know us better or learn more about our process.

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