Jasmin Ganie-Hobbs

Biography

Jasmin is a Senior Banker, Board Member, and Advisor, and has worked with BDC for the past 20 years. She has had the privilege of working extensively with many of Canada’s best and brightest companies, especially those in emerging technology, innovation, and knowledge based industries. Jasmin understands the power of leveraging the financial community, and the technology ecosystem to help build globally scalable Canadian companies.

Jasmin is also an experienced board member and advisor, and currently sits on the board of numerous companies including Elevate Export Finance, Hackergal, Direct Coops etc etc. She currently serves as Chair Woman for Hackergal, a leading non-profit organization that provides STEM Education and Coding Classes for Canadian Girls, especially those from marginalized communities.

In addition to funding, Jasmin’s role often sees her as a frequent industry speaker and commentator on topics such as women in business, raising capital, finance, entrepreneurship, technology and innovation, and diversity and inclusion. Through her travels she has been featured on the top rated Canadian business show Dragon’s Den, providing financial commentary and analysis both on and off air. She has also been featured in a key role on 2 seasons of “Mind Your Own Business”, a Canadian Show for Entrepreneurs with Disabilities.

Off hours Jasmin’s true personal passion lies in philanthropy, and giving back to the community.

Contact Info

Phone : (416) 973-5242
Email : jasmin.ganie-hobbs@bdc.ca