Developing the next generation of retirement investment products to help solve the global retirement crisis. We help your "Wealthspan" equal your "Lifespan".

CENGN is the Centre of Excellence in Next Generation Networks. Our mission is to accelerate the growth of the Canadian Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, enabling economic strength and prosperity, as well as innovation and competitiveness in this high-growth global multi-trillion dollar industry.Through our leading-edge technology infrastructure and expertise, and the creation of a globally recognized ecosystem of partners, CENGN helps Canadian small and medium… Show more CENGN is the Centre of Excellence in Next Generation Networks. Our mission is to accelerate the growth of the Canadian Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector, enabling economic strength and prosperity, as well as innovation and competitiveness in this high-growth global multi-trillion dollar industry.Through our leading-edge technology infrastructure and expertise, and the creation of a globally recognized ecosystem of partners, CENGN helps Canadian small and medium enterprises overcome commercialization barriers and grow. CENGN collaborates with top ICT multinationals, the public sector, financial institutions, and academic partners, to solidify Canada’s leadership in next generation networks for the benefit of all Canadians.CENGN’s ecosystem includes members Bell Canada, Cisco, EXFO, Huawei, Invest Ottawa, Juniper Networks, Mitel, Nokia, Ribbon Communications, Rogers, TELUS, and Wind River. The company also partners with the federal government through the Networks of Centres of Excellence (NCE) and the Ontario government through the Ontario Centres of Excellence (OCE). Show less

PESA is a leading provider of audio/video (A/V) Baseband and IP connectivity products,

Bluedrop Performance Learning Inc. (BPL) was the publicly listed holding company (now a private company) for its two wholly owned operating divisions, Bluedrop Training and Simulation Inc. (BTS) and Bluedrop Learning Networks Inc. (BLN) to which it provides management oversight and shared corporate and financial services. Founded by majority shareholder and CEO Emad Rizkalla, BPL’s mandate is to lead and dominate niche markets where technology and learning can deliver new levels of operational… Show more Bluedrop Performance Learning Inc. (BPL) was the publicly listed holding company (now a private company) for its two wholly owned operating divisions, Bluedrop Training and Simulation Inc. (BTS) and Bluedrop Learning Networks Inc. (BLN) to which it provides management oversight and shared corporate and financial services. Founded by majority shareholder and CEO Emad Rizkalla, BPL’s mandate is to lead and dominate niche markets where technology and learning can deliver new levels of operational success and improve and save lives. Show less

A TSXV CPC. Was successfully RTO'd by Wishpond Technologies (WISH.V) in Dec 2020

Baanto International Ltd. is a leading developer of innovative, high performance, and scalable touch solutions. With eight (8) patents filed and twelve (12) in process, Baanto ShadowSense™ for touchscreen applications solves many of the technical issues that plague other touch technologies.

Difference Capital is a TSX listed merchant bank which invests in and advises emerging growth companies with a focus on IPO ready private technology, media & healthcare companies. I was Chief Investment Officer from 2015 till 2018 and Chief Financial Officer from April 2017

Thunderbird Entertainment is a rapidly growing Vancouver-based multiplatform entertainment company with offices in Los Angeles, Toronto and London. Thunderbird creates award-winning programming for Canadian and International broadcasters and boasts divisions in scripted and unscripted development and production, theatrical distribution, and animation.

Player/Coach leader of Research Group. Helped restructure and refocus research on growth sectors. Also relaunched my own coverage of Tech sector.

Managed 40 person equity research dept, member of Operating Committee . Also worked closely with Technology, Cleantech, and Aerospace sector teams to provide equity research

Covered Technology and Cleantech

Covered Canadain and US Technology. Global Coordinator of Comm Equipment Team