Next AI
Stephania Stefanakou is a venture manager at Next AI since January 2023 and serves as a mentor for various programs, including The Scotiabank Women Initiative and The Forum. With previous mentorship experience at Gradient Spaces and a role as a programme associate at Entrepreneur First, Stephania plays a crucial role in nurturing startup talent. Professional history includes positions as a communication coordinator at Innovation Boost Zone, growth manager at Artboard Studio, and business development associate at Techstars. As the CEO and co-founder of House of Anesi Inc., Stephania contributed to the development of an award-winning smart bra startup. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Design in Fashion Communication from Ryerson University, along with additional certificates in health studies and growth marketing.
Next AI
Delivered in Montréal and Toronto, NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program for early or idea stage AI-enabled startups. NextAI is for exceptional teams and individuals from around the world who are commercializing AI research and want to build global companies.NextAI is a global innovation hub for artificial intelligence relatedventure creation and technology commercialization. We identify talented teams and individuals with ambitious ideas and leverage Canada’s leadership position in AI to provide them with the capital, mentorship, education and network to disrupt industries.NextAI teams have access to up to $200,000 in capital, world-renowned faculty and scientists, a network of Canada’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs, and access to cutting edge AI tools.