Kevin brings 30 years of hands-on experience working in North American software, hardware and professional services organizations. He’s worked with multi-nationals, mid-sized firms and has been the President and CEO of several software companies. Having successfully completed acquisitions for the larger firms he worked with, he used those skills to buy 3 companies in his own software firm, and then successfully sold the company to a publicly traded firm in 2003. Since that time he has invested in his own firm, using his experience in helping other entrepreneurs and boards of directors with their personal and corporate strategies with strategic acquisitions and sales. Kevin has assisted dozens of CEO’s and Shareholder groups achieve their personal and business objectives, whether to finance, sell, acquire, or merge with strategic partners. Kevin is a graduate of the Richard Ivey School of Business, Chairman of the York Technology Association, an active member in a variety of tech related associations and a board member of several tech related firms.
Steve began his career with Bell Canada, culminating a 15 year career there as General Manager Ontario, Public Communications. Following Bell, he led two privately owned telecommunications services companies in the Toronto area. From 1998 to 2002 Steve was President and CEO of the first carrier in North America to provide high- speed data, telephony and cable TV services over a fibre-to-the-home network. Prior to joining Tequity he was the CEO of Atria Networks LP, which owns and operates one of the largest fibre-optic networks in Ontario. During his tenure with Atria Steve successfully led the company through a rapid expansion which included numerous acquisitions. A Chartered Director (C.Dir.) Steve has considerable expertise on the boards of public, private and not-for profit organizations, and his advice is actively sought by executives at a strategic crossroad.
Wilf brings a unique combination of skills and experience to Tequity. As a business graduate of Wilfred Laurier University, he has been an entrepreneur, owner and manager of a software company. He has held senior roles in sales and marketing positions in technology companies and has worked with accounting firms. He currently teaches accounting courses in the evenings at Durham College. Wilf manages a considerable amount of the project details and logistics related to our client engagements.
Diane brings a mixture of finance and technology to the team at Tequity Inc. Her 20+ years of hands-on experience working in North American software, professional services, and M&A organizations has included a wide range of sales, marketing, financial, and senior management positions. Her progressive career has been in a diverse mix of start-up, large corporate, and entrepreneurial environments. Her role at Tequity focuses on business development and partnerships.
Mark manages Tequity's databases and leads our market research from any number of places around the world. His natural analytical abilities and keen attention to detail help ensure that Tequity continues its position as a leading M&A Advisory Firm to the tech industry. With all facets of Tequity's business hosted "in the cloud", Mark's diligence allows the team to operate efficiently and effectively from anywhere. Mark has a Bachelors of Economics from Carleton University.