Analytics Pioneer Klipfolio Strengthens Board of Directors with Appointment of Ed Bryant and Jonathan Taylor as Independent Directors

Published 2025-07-08
Summary - Klipfolio, an Ottawa leader in dashboard and analytics software, welcomes M&A expert Ed Bryant and AI marketing innovator Jonathan Taylor to its Board. This strengthens Klipfolio's vision for data-driven decisions and expands its market reach in business intelligence.
OTTAWA, ON – July 8, 2025 – Klipfolio, a leading provider of dashboard and analytics software, today announced the appointment of Ed Bryant and Jonathan Taylor as independent directors to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Bryant and Mr. Taylor join Allan Wille, CEO of Klipfolio, bringing a wealth of experience in technology, finance, marketing, and innovation to support Klipfolio's continued growth and strategic vision.
"We are thrilled to welcome Ed and Jonathan to our Board," said Allan Wille, CEO of Klipfolio. "Their deep expertise in M&A, investment banking, world-class marketing, and AI operations will be invaluable as we continue to innovate our product offerings and expand our market reach. Their insights will be crucial in guiding Klipfolio through its next phase of development."
Ed Bryant is the founder and a Managing Director at Sampford Advisors, a leading M&A advisory firm focused on middle-market technology companies in Canada. Prior to founding Sampford in 2015, Mr. Bryant spent 17 years in investment banking with Morgan Stanley in Hong Kong and Singapore, and Deutsche Bank in New York, where he gained extensive experience in corporate finance and strategic transactions. His move to Ottawa and subsequent establishment of Sampford Advisors underscored his commitment to fostering growth within the Canadian tech ecosystem.
"I've long admired Klipfolio's commitment to empowering businesses with actionable data," said Ed Bryant. "I look forward to contributing my experience in strategic growth and M&A to help guide the company's trajectory and unlock new opportunities in the dynamic analytics market."
Jonathan Taylor is a world-class marketer, innovator, and AI operations expert. He is the Principal Consultant at Knowbots, a firm specializing in leveraging AI for marketing and business operations. Jonathan is the co-founder and former co-host of the popular "Humans of Martech" podcast, where he explores the intersection of marketing technology and human ingenuity. His career is marked by a deep understanding of how to drive growth through innovative marketing strategies and the effective implementation of AI.
"How do we close the gap between AI's hype and promise? Klipfolio's vision for the future of analytics excites me because it's pragmatic, grounded in a rock-solid data foundation, and focused on providing businesses with real value," commented Jonathan Taylor. "As a practitioner on the front-lines, I am excited to bring my expertise in marketing, innovation, and AI operations to the board, helping Klipfolio continue to lead in the analytics space."
About Klipfolio
Klipfolio is an Ottawa-based company dedicated to helping businesses make better decisions with data. Its suite of products includes Klipfolio Klips (https://www.klipfolio.com), an intuitive dashboard software that allows users to connect to various data sources and build real-time dashboards; PowerMetrics (https://www.powermetrics.app), an advanced analytics platform designed for deeper data exploration and insights; and MetricHQ (https://www.metrichq.org), a comprehensive library and community for understanding and defining key business metrics. Klipfolio is backed by major investors including OMERS Ventures, BDC Venture Capital, and Mistral Venture Partners, underscoring its strong position and potential in the business intelligence market.
Contact:
Allan Wille
CEO
awille@klipfolio.com