Steer, the fast growing relationship building platform founded by Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) students and alumni, has been officially recognized by TMU as a breakthrough innovation transforming how students and professionals connect. In a feature article published by the university, TMU highlighted Steer’s mission to make “networking” less awkward and more accessible. The story positions Steer as a pioneering force in reshaping how students prepare for their careers and highlights the company’s rapid growth since launching earlier this year. Read the full article at TorontoMet Today.
“Networking can feel intimidating, awkward, and overwhelming for students,” TMU noted in its coverage. “But Steer is making it simple, fast, and meaningful—helping students build real relationships that open doors.”
Founded by Tyler Squibb (Economics and Finance ’25), Nicole De Las Casas (Economics and Finance ’26), and Aleksander Strazisar (Economics and Finance ’25), Steer is already being described as a game changer for the next generation of professionals. The TMU feature praised the startup not only for its technology, but for its bold vision to move beyond traditional networking and create a culture of genuine connection. By empowering students to track, manage, and grow relationships with ease, Steer positions itself at the intersection of technology human connection.
“Being recognized by Toronto Metropolitan University is proof that what we’re building matters,” said Squibb. “This isn’t just about networking, it’s about creating a movement where relationships, not transactions, drive success.” With backing from TMU’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and growing momentum across Ontario’s innovation hubs, Steer is quickly becoming a symbol of student led disruption in Canada’s tech scene.