General (Retd) Rick Hillier joins ONE9 as Strategic Advisor

ONE9, Canada’s only national security and defence-focused venture capital fund and innovation hub, proudly announces the appointment of General Rick Hillier, former Chief of the Defence Staff for the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), as its newest Strategic Advisor.

With a distinguished military career spanning over three decades, General Hillier brings unparalleled leadership and operational expertise to ONE9. His deep understanding of global security challenges and defence strategies will play a pivotal role in strengthening ONE9's mission to deliver cutting-edge investment and innovation solutions to founders, investors, and national security and defence end-users.

"We are honoured to welcome General Hillier to the ONE9 team," said Glenn Cowan, Founder and Managing Partner of ONE9. "His straight-shooting leadership style, strategic insight, and passion to defend Canada and our Allies will be invaluable as we continue to expand our impact in the security and defence sectors."

General Hillier’s appointment reinforces ONE9’s commitment to excellence and innovation in safeguarding global security.

“I first met Glenn when he was an officer in our Special Operations Forces, and it’s evident that he’s bringing the same ‘no fail’ mindset to ONE9.” General Hillier went on to state, “ONE9’s seat at the table of global security technology innovation is proof that venture capital is needed to deliver critical capabilities, and ONE9 is at the vanguard. This is a mission I’m excited to be a part of.”