Benjamin Alarie

Founder and CEO @Blue J

CA

Started Blue J as a research collaboration at the University of Toronto to test whether machine learning could predict case outcomes in tax law.We commercialized in 2017 and now serve organizations globally, including Big Four accounting firms.Blue J delivers AI-native tax research with citation-backed answers grounded in authoritative primary materials and leading secondary sources.CPA.com selected Blue J as its preferred partner for AI tax research.Raised $150M+ from Oak HC/FT, Sapphire Ventures, and Ten Coves Capital. 227% net revenue retention (2025). Team of 140+. Exclusive content partnerships with Tax Notes and IBFD.