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Propel Mourns the Passing of Visionary Entrepreneur and Co-Founder Gerry Pond

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July 10, 2026

For more than four decades, Gerry dedicated his life to building Atlantic Canada's innovation economy and he helped shape one of Canada's most vibrant technology ecosystems. His leadership earned numerous honours, including appointment to the Order of Canada and the Order of New Brunswick, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation and economic development.

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Propel Mourns the Passing of Visionary Entrepreneur and Co-Founder Gerry Pond

July 10, 2026

For more than four decades, Gerry dedicated his life to building Atlantic Canada's innovation economy and he helped shape one of Canada's most vibrant technology ecosystems. His leadership earned numerous honours, including appointment to the Order of Canada and the Order of New Brunswick, in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to entrepreneurship, innovation and economic development.

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Propel Announces Third Gerry Pond Sales Award

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