Bio

As the head of Torys' Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Group and a member of Torys' M&A and Technology Groups, Konata regularly advises founders, investors and other strategic and financial parties in all aspects of investing and divestiture transactions, including shareholders arrangements, majority and minority equity investments, and joint ventures. Having practised for over two years in New York, Konata provides comprehensive advice in cross-border transactions, helping clients expand their footprint in Canada, the U.S. and internationally. Konata is a mentor for the DMZ’s Social Impact Stream for Black entrepreneurs, as part of the incubator’s Black Innovation Program (BIP). Konata was the Program Chair for the 2023 Legal Guide to Start-Up Venture Capital from Osgoode Professional Development. He is also a member of and Vice-Chair of the Board of Governors of York University, a member of the board of Trustees of Sick Kids Hospital and a member of the board of directors of the Canadian Club of Toronto.