Daniel Eberhard

Dan Eberhard, founder and CEO of KOHO and serial entrepreneur, built a challenger bank after early life lessons with a single mother. He talks about tackling hard regulated problems, why naivety can be an advantage, Canada’s competitiveness challenges, hiring for horsepower and humility, and building culture, transparency and long-term employee care while scaling to millions of users.

Daniel Eberhard, Founder and CEO of KOHO, a fintech company dedicated to empowering Canadians, shares insights on team dynamics and the impact of AI on business efficiency. He discusses the balance between data and intuition in product development while encouraging a lean staffing approach to boost productivity. Eberhard also dives into the challenges of Canada’s tech identity compared to the US and reflects on the importance of cultural resilience amidst an evolving economic landscape. His humorous anecdotes add a delightful touch to this engaging conversation.

Join Michael Katchen (Wealthsimple), Daniel Eberhard (Koho), Dax Dasilva (Lightspeed), Stuart Lombard (Ecobee), and Tobi Lütke (Shopify) as they dissect the ever-evolving tech landscape. They discuss the cyclical nature of innovation and the pressing need for personal accountability among entrepreneurs. Topics include the importance of adaptability in leadership, fostering local talent, and the balance between government policies and entrepreneurship. The conversation highlights the role of creativity and community engagement as essential to driving growth in Canada’s tech ecosystem.