All Quiet on the Second Front
50. Beyond Borders: Canadian National Security and Defense Investing with Glenn Cowan
24 Apr 2024
Season 3, Episode 50. In this episode of All Quiet, Tyler is joined by Glenn Cowan, CEO and founder of ONE9 Investments, Canada’s leading dual-use technology innovation ecosystem for critical infrastructure and national security. Glenn is a seasoned Canadian venture capitalist, retired special operations officer, and accomplished investor. Together they discuss Glenn’s journey from the Canadian Armed Forces to spearheading Canada's pioneering defense-focused venture capital fund. They shed light on the challenges and opportunities within the Canadian defense sector, particularly in developing and investing in technologies that address specific national security needs.What’s Happening on the Second Front:Transitioning from military to venture capitalStrategic importance of Canadian investment in defenseUnique positioning of Canada in the global defense landscapeModernizing Canada’s defense capabilities and infrastructureConnect with Glenn:LinkedIn: Glenn CowanConnect with Tyler:LinkedIn: Tyler Sweatt Website: secondfront.comCatch 2F’s Offset Symposium replay here.
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