Over the years, Martin has lead various business transfer transactions involving MBO’s, third party divestitures, family transfers, equity take-outs and succession planning. He has assisted mid-market public and private companies in developing business plans, forecasts and projections and raising different levels of debt and capital.

Martin also performs various due diligence mandates in third party buy-outs, mergers and growth transactions for mid-market private companies, entrepreneurs and venture capital funds.

Prior to joining BDO, Martin headed the succession and acquisition group and lead a team of KBI (Innovation & Technology) lenders at a major “big 4” Canadian bank. He also evolved as an Investment Manager with different players in the venture capital field (Labour sponsored fund) and subordinated debt industry.

Martin is recognized for developing innovative structured finance solutions and boasts an impressive network. He is recognized as an expert in the field of business transfers having given several presentations on the subject as well as having written and participated in articles published in several magazines, newspapers and podcasts.

Professional Designations & Education

• EMBA from Université du Québec à Montréal in SME Studies (MBA)
• Fellow with the Institute of Canadian Bankers (FICB)
• Bachelors of Commerce degree majoring in Finance with a minor in International Business, Concordia University

Professional Affiliations

• Member, M&A Club of Montréal
• Member, Association des MBA du Québec (AMBAQ)
• Member, Fellowship of the Institute of Canadian Bankers (FICB)
• Member, Global Private Equity & Venture Capital Association