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Kirk Simpson
Entrepreneur
Kirk Simpson is a seasoned technology entrepreneur and the Co-founder and CEO of Qui Identity Inc., a company focused on digital identity verification.1 With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, Simpson has established himself as a prominent figure in the Canadian startup ecosystem.2
Professional Background
Prior to founding Qui Identity, Simpson co-founded and led Wave Financial, a Toronto-based FinTech company that provided bookkeeping and payment solutions for small businesses.2 Under his leadership as CEO, Wave Financial achieved significant success:
- Grew to $100 million CAD in annual revenue
- Acquired by H&R Block for $537 million CAD in 20192
In recognition of his leadership at Wave, Simpson was named Canada's Most Admired CEO in the growth category by Waterstone Human Capital in 2019.2
Current Venture: Qui Identity Inc.
In August 2022, Simpson co-founded Qui Identity Inc. (initially known as goConfirm) alongside Peter Carrescia.4 The company aims to provide a simple and ubiquitous way for people to prove their identity online, described as a "blue check mark that you can bring with you".1 Key aspects of Qui Identity include:
- Offering verified identity functionality for both individuals and businesses
- Utilizing cryptographically signed claims to prove identity
- Allowing users to control their own verified claims1
Entrepreneurial Involvement
Beyond his role at Qui Identity, Simpson is actively involved in the North American startup ecosystem as an angel investor and advisor.2 His entrepreneurial journey demonstrates a commitment to innovation and growth in the financial technology sector.
Social Media Presence
Kirk Simpson maintains a professional presence on social media platforms:
- LinkedIn: His username is kirksimpson1
- Twitter: His handle is @tksimpson, where he has verified his identity using Qui as part of their limited beta3
Simpson's work with Qui Identity reflects his continued focus on solving trust issues in the digital world and creating innovative solutions for identity verification in online transactions.
