illumisoft

Transforming Global Public Health Through Light Innovation

Illumisoft Technologies is a pioneering Canadian lighting technology company dedicated to creating safer indoor environments through advanced infection prevention solutions. We are addressing a $100B+ global crisis: Healthcare-Acquired Infections, which claim more than 10 million lives annually.

19+

Patents

100%

Ottawa Manufacturing

$200B+

Market Opportunity

Revolutionizing Indoor Environmental Health

We believe that clean air should be a basic right, not a luxury. Airborne diseases cost the global economy trillions of dollars annually and claim millions of lives. Traditional approaches to infection control rely on behavioral compliance, which fails at scale.

Illumisoft is building the infrastructure layer for pandemic-resistant buildings. Our technology provides continuous, passive protection against airborne pathogens without requiring any action from occupants.

“We are creating a world where buildings actively protect their occupants from airborne disease, 24/7, without requiring behavioral compliance.”

From hospitals to schools, offices to transit systems, our lighting-integrated disinfection technology transforms any indoor space into an actively protective environment.

Our Core Pillars

Science-First Innovation

19+ patents in LED and UV disinfection technology

Made in Canada

100% designed and manufactured in Ottawa

Regulatory Excellence

Health Canada certified, CSA compliant

Global Impact

Building pandemic-resistant infrastructure

Backed by Global Visionaries

Illumisoft has secured strategic investment from two of the world’s most influential voices in technology, media, and pandemic preparedness. Chris Anderson (Founder of TED) and Rob Reid (Creator of Rhapsody) have made a significant ownership commitment through their joint venture, Resilience Reserve LLC.

RESILIENCE RESERVE LLC

Building Global Pandemic Preparedness Infrastructure

19.43%

Ownership Stake

Chris Anderson & Rob Reid

Chris Anderson

Founder & Curator of TED

TED Conferences — Built the world's most influential platform for ideas worth spreading

Global Reach — TED Talks have been viewed over 10 billion times worldwide

Author & Visionary — "TED Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking"

Media Pioneer — Former head of Future Publishing, built 150+ magazine titles

“Illumisoft’s existing and upcoming products promise to significantly dampen the spread of respiratory diseases in healthcare facilities, schools, and beyond. This could greatly enhance social resilience at all levels of global income.”

— Chris Anderson, on investing in Illumisoft

Rob Reid

Creator of Rhapsody | After On Podcast

Rhapsody / Napster — Co-founded the first major licensed streaming music service

After On Podcast — Deep-dive interviews on science, technology, and the future

Pandemic Preparedness — Vocal advocate for Far-UVC technology since COVID-19

Author — "After On" and "Year Zero" (New York Times Notable Book)

“Illumisoft could soon revolutionize the use of tuned and targeted light as a weapon against disease. I have been fascinated by the potential of Far-UVC since the COVID crisis began — and Illumisoft’s breakthrough puts this technology within reach.”

— Rob Reid, on the Far-UVC opportunity

Why This Investment Matters

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Validation of Technology

Chris Anderson and Rob Reid conducted extensive due diligence before committing. Their investment validates our technology's potential to create category-defining impact.

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Global Platform Access

TED's global platform and Rob Reid's extensive network provide unprecedented access to thought leaders, policymakers, and potential partners worldwide.

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Long-Term Vision

These are not short-term financial investors. Resilience Reserve LLC is committed to building global pandemic preparedness infrastructure for decades to come.

Leadership Team

Our team combines proven entrepreneurial success with deep scientific expertise in lighting, semiconductors, and public company operations.

Brett Nicholds

Chief Executive Officer

Expertise in facility management and sales leadership. Led Illumisoft Lighting from concept to national distribution across Canada.

Michael Johnson, PhD

Chief Technology Officer

Physics PhD and former Motorola semiconductor leader who spearheaded the breakthrough Far-UVC nanoengineered technology.

Ali Pickett

Chief Financial Officer

Over 15 years of financial leadership with public company experience and $8B+ in assets managed across multiple sectors.

Board of Directors

World-class governance experience in life sciences commercialization and capital markets.

Ehsan Agahi

Chairman | Zephyr Venture Partners | 7+ years biotech/life sciences M&A

Cameron Groome

Director | CEO of Microbix (TSX) | 25+ years advising Global Affairs Canada

Ryan Adam

Director | Wellington DuPont | Former Ministry of Natural Resources

Trusted by Leading Organizations

From commercial real estate to government and healthcare, our technology protects people across Canada’s most important institutions.

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Commercial Real Estate

QuadReal Property Group

BGO (BentallGreenOak)

Triovest

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Government

Health Canada

Department of National Defence

Federal Buildings

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Healthcare

Queensway Carleton Hospital

Long-Term Care Facilities

Medical Clinics

100% Ottawa Manufacturing

Vertical integration in Ottawa provides cost control, supply chain security, and government procurement advantages.

Canadian Manufacturing Advantage

In an era of supply chain uncertainty and geopolitical tension, our 100% Canadian manufacturing provides critical advantages for customers who require supply chain security and government compliance.

Zero Tariffs

No import duties or trade barriers for Canadian customers

Government Preference

Canadian-made qualifies for government procurement programs

Supply Chain Security

No dependency on overseas manufacturing or shipping

Quality Control

End-to-end oversight of design and manufacturing

100%

Designed in Ottawa

100%

Manufactured in Ottawa

19+

Patents

Zero

Foreign Dependencies

Certified & Recognized

Our technology and market opportunity have been validated by leading biosecurity and public health organizations.

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Blueprint Biosecurity

Coalition Report on Far-UVC market opportunity

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Health Canada

Medical device registration

CSA Group

Standards compliance certification

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DLC

34 of Top 50 certified fixtures

Join Us in Building Pandemic-Resistant Infrastructure

Whether you’re an investor, partner, or customer, we’d love to discuss how Illumisoft technology can help protect your people and spaces.

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