Will Dufton

Will Dufton is a Principal at OMERS Ventures, having joined the firm in March 2020. He is part of the European investment team, focusing on investments in businesses at the Series A and B stages across various sectors, including climate and sustainability, energy transition, agriculture, and cybersecurity.12

Before his role at OMERS, Dufton gained experience in the startup ecosystem and served as Chief of Staff to Niklas Zennström, the co-founder of Skype. His career began in investment banking, which provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic investment.13

At OMERS Ventures, Dufton is involved in identifying and supporting entrepreneurs with innovative solutions to significant global challenges, particularly those that can create substantial value while addressing existential threats.12