Amplius Business Design
Amplius Business Design is a Canadian boutique consulting firm specializing in strategic services and distinctive business model development for biotech, medtech, and life sciences ventures. We assist science-driven startups in transforming innovative research into viable, investable businesses. Our team connects science with business through customized tools for every growth stage—from initial validation to investor readiness and scale-up.
Our signature services include:
• Translational Pre-Business Case – Validate innovation potential, define value creation, and establish a solid strategic foundation
• Valorization Plan – Evaluate commercial and financial viability to support partnerships and fundraising
• Business Case – Define market positioning, business model for seed-stage investment
• Business Plan – Present long-term vision, financial projections, business model and operational roadmap for Series A+
• Opportunity Assessment – Identify unmet needs, market segments, and innovation fit
• Business Process Optimization & Financial Benchmarking – Streamline operations and measure performance
• Due Diligence Review – Provide independent readiness assessments, with or without valuation
• Growth Strategy Advisory – Support expansion planning into Canada or internationally, business model enhancement and strategic pivots.
• Fractional Chief Business Officer – Offer executive-level leadership without full-time costs
With strong scientific fluency and business insight, Amplius helps life sciences startups de-risk their path to growth, funding, and success. Based in Montreal, we serve clients across Canada
Professional Services, Strategic Consulting
- Antibodies
- Antigen
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Biologic Medicines
- Bioprocessing
- Bioproducts
- Cannabinoids
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cellular Medicine
- Diabetes
- Drug Delivery
- Drug Discovery
- Fibrosis
- Gene Therapy
- Genomics
- Health Tech
- Immune Therapy
- Infectious Diseases
- Inflammatory Diseases
- Medical Device Design
- Metabolic Diseases
- Microbiome
- Molecular Diagnostics
- mRNA
- Nanomedicine
- Neurological Diseases
- Neurophysiology
- Oncology
- Ophthalmology
- Product Development
- Regenerative Medicine
- Renal & Kidney Disease
- Restorative and Repair Medicine
- Study Monitoring and Reporting
- Teaching and Training
- Therapeutics
Innovation to Market, Operational Transformation, Professional Services , Strategic Consulting , Strategic Growth & Investment, Teach & Training
Amplius Business Design provides specialized consulting services and applied programming for biotech, medtech, and life sciences ventures at all stages of development. We support science-driven companies with strategic planning, funding readiness, and distinctive business model development. Our services are designed to help founders translate innovation into viable, investable businesses, supported by customized tools and advisory at every critical growth stage—from early validation to international scale-up. Core Services Include: • Translational Pre-Business Case • Opportunity Assessment • Valorization & Strategic Valuation Reports • Business Case & Business Plan Development • Business Process Optimization & Financial Benchmarking • Due Diligence Review • Growth Strategy Advisory (including Canadian market entry) • Fractional Chief Business Officer (CBO) services Current Programs and Initiatives: • Business Plan Clinics and Business Case/Plan Bootcamps delivered in partnership with incubators and accelerators • Custom business case/business plan workshops for researchers, academic spinouts, and innovation hubs • Strategic valuation and opportunity assessment at key inflection points (go/no-go strategies, fundraising, partnerships, or pivot decisions) • Advisory for international companies entering the Canadian life sciences ecosystem Based in Montreal, Amplius Business Design collaborates across Canada with clients, institutions, and innovation networks.
Pre-Seed, Private Company, Public Company, Seed, Series A, Other
We are working On:
Amplius Business Design is actively supporting early-stage and scaling biotech and medtech companies with business strategy, funding readiness, and distinctive business model development. Our work focuses on helping founders structure investor-ready business cases and plans, backed by strong scientific and market insights. Current and recent projects include: • Business Plan Clinics and Business Case/Plan Bootcamps for cohorts at incubators and accelerators • Customized Business Case and Plan Workshops for life sciences entrepreneurs and academic spinouts • Opportunity Assessment and Strategic Valuation Reports at key inflection points (go or no go strategies, fundraising, partner negotiations) • Strategic support for companies expanding into new international markets, including entry into the Canadian life sciences ecosystem • The development of a customizable techno-economic model for emerging bioprocesses, designed to quickly illustrate the potential profitability of a specific drug biofabrication. We continue to expand our network of collaborators, research partners, and program delivery partners across Canada. For partnerships or more information: Annie Bourdeau PhD, MBA, AdmA annieb@ampliusbd.com (438) 817-4302
We are looking For:
Amplius Business Design is looking to expand its network within British Columbia’s life sciences ecosystem. We are particularly interested in: • Biotech, medtech, diagnostics, and digital health companies seeking support in strategic planning, commercialization, and unique business model development in the form of investor-ready business case and business plan. • Academic institutions and translational research centers supporting spin-offs or entrepreneurial researchers, where we can offer tailored translational services and bootcamps on business case and business plan development. • Innovation hubs, accelerators, and incubators looking for expert-led programming, such as our business model design sessions or animated bootcamps that guide founders through investor readiness, business case and business plan. • Business development and commercial teams looking to refine their positioning, value proposition, or international expansion approach. • Organizations helping international companies enter the Canadian market. • Regional consultants and specialists in areas like regulatory affairs or IP, for collaborative client support. • Partners involved in board-building or executive recruitment to strengthen governance in early-stage companies. To connect with our team: Annie Bourdeau PhD, MBA, AdmA annieb@ampliusbd.com (438) 817-4302
Member Profile
Professional Services, Strategic Consulting
Amplius Business Design
- Website ampliusbd.com/
- Phone +1 (438) 817 4302
- Email info@ampliusbd.com
- Address
500 Place d'Armes, Suite 1800
Montreal, Quebec
H2Y 2W2 - Leadership Contact
Annie Bourdeau PhD, MBA, AdmA; Paul Van Slyke PhD; Sebastien Trop MD, PhD, FRCSC