Ahmed Shafik

Co-founder

Ahmed Shafik is the Toronto-based co-founder and Co-CEO of Venn, a fintech platform providing corporate cards, global payments, and accounting automation for Canadian businesses.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting & Finance from TMU

Expertise

Canadian SMB and business banking

Multi-currency accounts and cross-border FX

Fintech product development and scaling

Payments and money movement infrastructure

Neobank operations, compliance, and onboarding

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Highlight

Co-founded Venn in 2021, $21.5M Series A led by Left Lane Capital

Part of the Revolut team that launched its North American operations; previously at Koho

Leads product, engineering, growth, and recruitment at Venn

Platform Comparisons

October 12, 2025

Venn vs Brex: The Best Business Account and Card Options for Canadian Companies in 2026

Brex isn’t available for most Canadian companies, but Venn is. Compare Brex vs Venn to find the best business account, multi-currency platform, and corporate card designed for Canadian businesses.

Canadian Business Guides

October 10, 2025

How to Find My Canadian Business Incorporation Number

Learn how to locate your incorporation number, the difference from a CRA business number, and where to search federally or provincially.

Case Studies

October 6, 2025

How Haydn's Açaí & Frozen Yogurt keeps daily banking smooth with Venn

Haydn runs a lean, fast-moving retail operation. He needed a financial platform that would be easy to use, reliable in the day-to-day, and efficient when paying overseas suppliers. Venn delivered the onboarding, speed, and control he could not get from a traditional bank.

Platform Comparisons

October 3, 2025

Corpay Credit Card Alternatives for Canadian Businesses

Explore top Corpay credit card alternatives for Canadian businesses. Compare FX rates, CAD support, and features to find efficient, cost-effective solutions.

Canadian Business Guides

October 3, 2025

Virtual Cards: 10 Real Advantages & Drawbacks for Canadian Businesses

Discover the top 10 pros and cons of virtual cards for Canadian businesses. Learn how to streamline spend and avoid common pitfalls with the right provider.

Canadian Business Guides

October 2, 2025

How to Register a Business in Ontario: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know

Learn how to register a business in Ontario with this complete guide. Covers name registration, CRA Business Numbers, incorporation vs registration, and more.