TECH PIPERS

ABOUT US

What you may ask, is a Tech Piper?

Throughout history, pipers have led charges and provided signals to troops in battle as well as ships at sea. In today's IT driven business landscape, we work at the forefront with companies looking to leverage technology to provide business advantages.

Unlike other companies in the sector, Tech Piper doesn't simply focus on the technological solution. Instead we focus on business solutions that are driven by technology. We might build a website or an application but we know that it's really a sales hub or an engagement portal. In other words, we know the difference between what it is and what it does.

 

We start with a fundamental understanding of your business objectives. Then we apply the tech solution that best fits your company. We are a team of IT and Management professionals with over two decade's proven experience in ideating, developing and implementing purpose-built outcome-oriented IT solutions. Our vision is to be a leading IT and IT Enabled Solutions partner and enable business transformation. How can we help you?

Leadership Team

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Niranjan Minase
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Niranjan is a Chartered Accountant and technology entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in software development and digital transformation. He founded Agronet Software Pvt. Ltd. in 1999, pioneering digital media and job platforms in agriculture. Over the years, he has managed IT operations for North American firms and led numerous system-design and process-automation projects. His recent work includes technology assessments for Canadian agribusinesses and digital solutions for community networks.

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Joe Dales
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Joe brings more than 40 years of leadership in the agriculture industry. He co-founded AgCareers.com in 1997 and Farms.com Ltd. in 1998—now recognized as global leaders in ag media and digital solutions. In 2019, he launched RHA Ventures Inc. (formerly RH Accelerator), investing in over 35 agri-food innovation startups. Earlier, Joe held senior roles at Pfizer, Cyanamid Crop Protection (BASF), First Line Seeds (Monsanto), and NK Syngenta Seeds (Ciba Seeds). He focuses on helping emerging ventures grow through strategic partnerships, funding, and experienced business coaching.

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Brian Foster
Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Brian is a seasoned technology investor, advisor, and entrepreneur with a record of successful exits and capital transactions. He co-founded InnoSoft Canada Inc., a fast-growing recreation-management software company acquired by Constellation Software (TSE: CSU) in 2017. He also co-founded the KW Titans professional basketball team. With experience in M&A deals exceeding $40 million and funding transactions over $15 million, Brian drives operational strategy and growth execution for TechPipers.

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Michael Dales
Project Manager, RHA Ventures / Faculty, Fanshawe College

Michael holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree from Fanshawe College, where he also teaches Precision Technologies in Agriculture and Relationship Management & Selling Fundamentals. At RHA Ventures, he manages new-venture intake and supports early-stage companies across agriculture and technology. He has produced video and digital marketing projects for leading North American ag brands and remains passionate about innovation, entrepreneurship, and education in the agri-tech space.