Chelsea Gillett
Venture Investor
Chelsea
Gillett
Chelsea joined Luge Capital in January 2025 as a Venture Investor, representing the team in Alberta. She focuses on sourcing, evaluating, and supporting early-stage fintech companies across Canada and the United States.
Before joining Luge, Chelsea was a Principal at The51, where she led the due diligence and oversaw investments for a portfolio of 30 companies. She worked closely with founders on fundraising strategies, business development, and performance reporting, while also facilitating co-investment education sessions and contributing to governance committees.
Chelsea began her career in engineering and financial planning at Suncor and Petro-Canada, where she developed expertise in project management, long-term capital resource planning and optimization. She holds an Executive MBA in Finance from the University of Calgary (Dean’s List) and a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering.
Follow Chelsea:
“Everything will be okay in the end. If it’s not okay, it’s not the end.”
– Oscar Wilde
3 things about Chelsea
Why am I in the VC industry?
Being part of the VC industry allows me to collaborate with innovative minds, engage in continuous learning, and be part of the leading edge of what’s next in technology and business.
What excites me about the Fintech industry?
What excites me about fintech is its ability to transform everyday financial interactions, making them simpler and more accessible for everyone.
Fun Facts about me:
When I was growing up, my Dad built a climbing wall on the side of our house. It’s a sport I still enjoy with my family. I love spending time in the mountains and spend my free time biking, skiing, golfing & hiking.
I’m a twin, who’s had twins.