Richard is Chairman of the Board of TechnoCap Inc, Gestion TechnoCap Inc., and is a Managing Partner of TechnoCap I, L.P. Richard founded TechnoCap in 1993 and has co-founded technology companies such as DreamWafer, SpaceWatts, Hyperchip and YottaYotta. Richard serves as a Director of various technology companies.

Richard has launched over a dozen technology companies, closely involved from the initial concept to final launch. In each start up Mr. Prytula is involved in the development of patents, product specifications, commercialization, sales and finance.

Richard has over 25 years experience with technology companies, holding various positions including Chairman, CEO, President, Secretary, Treasurer, International Marketing Manager, Software Development Manager and Design Engineer.

Prior to TechnoCap Richard was owner of the LNS Group a defence, aerospace and manufacturing group. LNS fabricated large steel and aluminum structures, integrating glass and electronic systems and installing them in harsh environments around the world.

Gestion TechnoCap Inc. and its associated companies have provided more than $100 million in funding to start-up companies. In addition, Gestion TechnoCap Inc. has raised $100s of millions more for those start-ups from co-investors.

Richard holds a B.Sc. (Electrical Engineering) from the University of Saskatchewan and an M.B.A. from the University of Western Ontario.

Richard is bilingual in English and French.