Derek Szeto
Venture Partner
Toronto, Canada
Derek Szeto, Venture Partner is an active investor based in Toronto, Canada. This profile covers what Derek Szeto backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.
Mr. Derek Szeto serves as Venture Partner at Vitality Capital. Mr. Szeto founded & served as President at RedFlagDeals.com. Mr. Derek Szeto was a Founding Partner of AdvisorStream. He co-founded and served as Chief Executive Officer at Wirkn. He is the Founder and serves as an Entrepreneur In Residence at Kinetic Café. He founded RedFlagDeals.com which was acquired by Yellow Pages Group in 2010.
- Investor type
- Angel
- Stages
- Early Stage VentureLate Stage Venture
- Invests in
- SaaS & Enterprise
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Typical check
- $3.8M
- Past investments
- 3
Notable investments
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What does Derek Szeto invest in?
Derek Szeto invests in SaaS & Enterprise, typically at Early Stage Venture and Late Stage Venture. Match your sector and stage, then reach out with a personalized pitch.
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Derek Szeto typically invests at Early Stage Venture and Late Stage Venture. Lead with traction that fits the stage when you reach out.
What is Derek Szeto's typical check size?
Derek Szeto typically writes checks around $3.8M. Use it as a signal for whether your raise fits their stage.
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