When Marcos founded Bizont in 2016, he saw more than just a business opportunity – he saw a chance to help shape the digital future of the North. Originally from Mexico and already immersed in the world of web development, Marcos’ journey to Canada started with a project in Yellowknife through a connection with Camilo from Apprendo. After spending three years there and gaining permanent residency, he was offered the chance to relocate to Whitehorse. Seeing the scarcity of software companies in the Yukon, he decided to launch Bizont and put down roots.

With a lifelong love for computers and problem-solving, Marcos knew he wanted to be his own boss, but he also knew that running a company required much more than just technical skills. “I had to learn how to talk to people, understand finances, and grow my business acumen,” he shares. Today, while he no longer does the hands-on coding himself, Marcos leads a team focused on building tools that make data more accessible and useful for Yukoners.

One of Bizont’s most recent initiatives, Yukon Connect, is designed to help local businesses better understand and access Yukon Government contracts. The public registry contains valuable data thanks to open government policies, but it hasn’t evolved with the times. Marcos explains that Yukon Connect allows for deeper insight into procurement patterns: “If you sell tomatoes, and the government is buying ketchup, our tool helps make those keyword connections visible. Not only that, it allows you to surface procurement trends so you better understand when to start seeking out those bids.” It’s a practical solution for a government town where many businesses depend on public contracts.

Reflecting on a pivotal moment two years ago, Marcos recalls a period of intense change both within his company and the local procurement landscape. “It forced us to think more long-term,” he says. “We used to be very reactive, solving the problems in front of us. Now, we’re building toward the future.”

That long-term thinking also extends to his involvement in the local tech ecosystem. As a member of Tech Yukon, Marcos sees an opportunity for northern innovators to play a bigger role on the national and global stage. “The Arctic is gaining attention – for its resources, for climate reasons, and we need to be prepared. We need to be informed, organized, and ready to contribute to that change.”

For more on Yukon Connect: Read the full article here.