Donald (Don) Hutchison, MBA

Donald (Don) Hutchison, MBA has a wealth of experience in the financial and operational sectors. Donald (Don) began their career in 2000 as a Vice President of Private Equity Coverage at Thomas Weisel Partners. In 2002, they joined Tri-Artisan Partners as a Managing Director, leading the closing of over $5 billion in retail and consumer merchant banking transactions. From 2010 to 2012, they were Managing Director at NRDC Equity Partners, a leading private equity family office focused on retail and real estate. During this time, they also served as Chief Development Officer and Managing Director at Hudson's Bay Company. From 2012 to 2014, they were Chief Executive Officer at Urban Zen, a luxury lifestyle brand combining commerce and philanthropy. From 2017 to 2018, they were a Consultant at Anne Klein, providing strategic business consultation and overseeing the development strategy and roll-out of a new high-end apparel and footwear line. From 2018 to 2020, they were Chief Financial Officer at Big Apple Circus, leading finance and operational strategy. In 2020, they joined ExWorks Capital as Chief Operating Officer and Member of the Operating Committee. Finally, in 2022, they became Chief Financial Officer at Frontpoint, a do-it-yourself (DIY) direct-to-consumer (DTC) home security company.

Don Hutchison earned their Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management in 1998, with a focus in Finance, Strategy, and Organizational Behavior. Donald (Don) earned their HBA from Ivey Business School at Western University in 1994, with a focus in Business Administration and Management, General.