Mike Dobbins - RBC Ventures

On this episode of the Canadian Founders Podcast, host Anagh Narain sits down with Mike Dobbins, founder of RBC Ventures and venture partner at Framework Ventures. Dobbins shares his experiences navigating the Canadian banking ecosystem and his journey creating RBC Ventures. Listeners will learn about the importance of relationship building, the shift towards digital banking, and the role of experimentation and customer feedback in selecting startups or ideas to build. Dobbins also discusses his experience as a venture capitalist, the impact of the pandemic on access to capital and valuations, and opportunities for collaboration between banks and fintechs. This episode is full of valuable insights and takeaways for anyone interested in fintech and the future of banking.