Dave B.

Dave B. has a diverse work experience in various leadership roles. Dave is currently working as the Chief Financial Officer at The Universal Group since December 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Vice President, Corporate Development at the same company from September 2021 to December 2022.

Before joining The Universal Group, Dave B. worked at Fibreco Export Inc. as a Director since July 2014. Fibreco Export is a B.C. owned and operated company that specializes in moving wood chips and wood pellets in the forest and renewable energy industries.

From August 2018 to August 2021, Dave B. held the position of Vice President, Corporate Development and Finance at CORIX Group of Companies.

Prior to that, they served as the Vice President, Strategy and Business Development at Timber Investments Ltd. from January 2014 to August 2018. Timber Investments is an investment company that owns Tolko Industries and is a major shareholder of Fibreco Export.

Dave B. also has experience as a Board Observer at Golden Boy Foods Ltd, a private label food products supplier, from February 2010 to January 2014. Dave was also a Vice President at Tricor Pacific Capital, a private equity firm, from February 2010 to December 2013.

Additionally, Dave B. has served as a Board Observer at Expocrete Concrete Products Ltd. and Beresford Box Company Inc. in 2011 and 2013 respectively.

Earlier in their career, Dave B. worked at Scotia Capital as an Associate and Analyst in the Investment Banking department from 2004 to 2009.

Overall, Dave B. has demonstrated expertise in finance, corporate development, investment, and business strategy throughout their career.

Dave B. completed their Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree with a double major in Finance and Accounting from The University of British Columbia, where they studied from 2000 to 2004. Additionally, they pursued further education at the CFA Institute, although the specific degree and field of study are not mentioned.