Angela Robertson is a seasoned executive and board leader who has spent her career guiding organizations through growth, complexity, and change. Currently serving as CEO of Acetech, she brings a thoughtful and grounded perspective shaped by years of leadership in founder-led and scaling technology companies.
Angela studied both business and biochemistry at Queen’s University, a rare combination that reflects her ability to bridge analytical, technical, and human perspectives. She spent much of her career at Vorum, a global medtech company, where she worked across finance, operations, R&D, and sales before becoming CEO and leading the company through significant growth and a successful acquisition.
In addition to her executive leadership, Angela serves on the board of Bionic Power and is deeply committed to stewarding the growth of technology companies in Canada. Through her work at Acetech, she focuses on supporting founders and CEOs by fostering peer connection, curiosity, and resilience, helping leaders navigate not just their business challenges, but their own personal growth on the journey.
Episode Takeaways:
- Angela illustrates how a diverse educational background can catalyze innovative leadership in technology.
- Her experiences highlight the significance of resilience and adaptability during complex business transitions.
- The importance of fostering a culture of curiosity within organizations is essential for innovation and growth.
- Leadership is not solely about authority but also about listening and valuing team contributions.
- Angela emphasizes that leaders must be open to learning from failures as a pathway to success.
- Community connections among entrepreneurs can provide invaluable support during challenging times.
Learn More About Acetech:
- Acetech is a membership society for technology founders and CEOs that exists to ensure no founder or CEO has to grow their business alone. Learn more about joining their community here.
- The Acetech Leadership Retreat is their flagship event happening April 13-15, 2026 in beautiful Whistler, BC. Tickets here.
