Sir Terence Matthews is a highly unusual blend of talented engineer, technology visionary, and evangelical salesman who has an enviable international reputation for leadership in innovation. Through his hard work and tenacity he has become one of Canada's most successful entrepreneurs. He has founded or funded over 90 companies that have developed and sold new Canadian technologies around the world, creating wealth and providing thousands of jobs for Canadian engineers in the process. He has set up organizations to provide mentoring and funding that are helping others do the same. He has given back richly to the community, making contributions and donations, representing millions of dollars and in kind, to improve and enhance healthcare, education & entrepreneurship.