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David Chan

CFO

With over 20 years of business experience, including 12 years as a CFO, David combines strategic vision with a practical, hands-on approach to operational management. His diverse industry background is anchored by expertise in the technology sector, with extensive CFO experience across both public and private sectors.

As a Fractional CFO, David provides flexible, high-impact financial leadership both remotely and in Markham, Greater Toronto Area, helping growth-focused companies scale successfully and supporting organizations in financial restructuring.

David is part of the York Simcoe Muskoka & North Team which covers the regions of; Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Aurora, Barrie, Orangeville, Muskoka, Sudbury & North Bay.

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Track record highlights

  • Entrepreneurial Insight: As a professional advisor, CFO, and founder of three startups, David brings a unique understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing growth-driven companies.
  • Strategic Vision and Execution: Skilled at zooming out for big-picture strategy while diving into the details to ensure flawless execution.
  • Team Development: Experienced in coaching and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and learning.
  • M&A Leadership: Led and advised on 12 M&A transactions, totaling $150 million in value, with a focus on maximizing deal impact and synergy.
  • Capital Raising Expertise: Raised capital across venture capital, private equity, IPOs, and public equity markets, securing the resources needed for sustainable growth.
  • Technology-Driven Efficiency: Leveraging technology to streamline operations, generate actionable insights, and enable informed, timely decision-making.

Sector Experience

  • Technology-Media-Telecoms Software, SaaS
  • Manufacturing-Transport-Logistics
  • Retail-Consumer-Products
  • Entertainment
  • Industrial

David's specialist skills

Financial Modeling & Analytics

Supporting decision-making and growth in uncertain environments.

Business Planning

Managing resources to achieve near term goals and long-term objectives.

Operational Efficiency

Right-sizing operations, smart cost management, and leveraging technology to maximum runway.

M&A Specialist

Accelerating growth and strategic positioning. Helping owners exit at maximum valuations.

Capital Raising

From startup, growth, and expansion to MBO’s and restructuring. Private and Public.

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