CO-FOUNDER, CEO & FINANCIAL STRATEGIST

Pascale Hansen

BA, CLU, CCS, EPC, CPCA

Pascale has over two decades of excellence in business development, strategic planning and relationship management. Throughout her professional career, she has been part of renowned companies where she helped clients reshape the trajectory of their businesses.


As a financial strategist, she thrives on helping organizations create roadmaps that ensure continuous business growth. Pascale specializes in risk management, wealth creation and estate planning for the C-suite and business owners.


Pascale has a BA in psychology from UBC, is a Certified Cash Flow Specialist and holds a Chartered Life Underwriter Designation.

CO-FOUNDER | HEAD OF GROWTH & STRATEGY

Domingo A. de Torres

Domingo is a serial entrepreneur with a diverse background in Real Estate Development, Finance, Fintech, Cleantech, Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies. He currently serves as Co-Founder, Head of Growth & Strategy at Zada Enterprises Inc.


Domingo’s focus is centered on growth of Zada and growth alone. He works closely with the partners to develop the organization’s plan for overcoming current and future challenges to realize its goals for expansion.​He is fully immersed in growth strategy goals including increasing market share and revenue, acquiring assets, and improving the organization’s products or services.

FINANCIAL MARKET CONSULTANT

Peter Hann

MSC, CFA


Peter has over 25 years of experience in global financial markets, including 10 years as head foreign exchange trader at ATB Financial, as well as 8 years at the Bank of Canada, where he was a senior fixed-income trader managing Canada’s foreign reserve assets.


Peter is an expert in Treasury risk management, including activities such as managing interest rates, foreign exchange and commodity risk, cash management activities such as cash flow modeling, settlements, and payments, operational risk assessment such as fraud and money laundering, and is also skilled in governance administration.


Peter has a B. Comm in Accounting/Finance from Queens, a Master of Science in International Finance from UBC, and is a CFA charter holder.

BUSINESS BANKING CONSULTANT

Ryan Hounjet

CFA


As a Business Banking Consultant, Ryan works with businesses to help them optimize their banking services, and perhaps more importantly, better understand how to prepare for interactions with their bank to get the most out of the relationship.


Ryan worked as a Commercial Banker with Scotiabank, specializing in structuring credit facilities ranging from $2-25million across a range of lending facilities including Property and Equipment loans, Lines of Credit, Letters of Credit, Hedging and Derivatives. Ryan was recognized twice with Scotiabank’s “Best of the Best” award as one of the department’s top performers.

FRACTIONAL VP OF SALES

Scott Wilson


As a Fractional VP of Sales, Scott implements a Certified Sales Operating and Management System to build a sales infrastructure for sustained business growth. Scott conducts a thorough needs assessment of your business and then becomes a part of your team to execute the sales plan by implementing the right strategy, systems and processes to deliver results.


Scott has over 30 years of successful sales management and leadership experience to help small and medium-sized businesses with sales of $5 to $50M to exceed sales goals.

FINANCIAL PLANNER

Uriah Kane

BA, CFP, CLU


As part of his financial planning consulting practice, Uriah engages in highly technical discussions with accountants and lawyers, as part of his role to help facilitate advanced corporate tax planning strategies for clients he has the pleasure of working with.

Uriah’s primary objective is to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and incorporated professionals grow their wealth, reduce taxes, fund their retirements, and maximize their estates and financial legacy.

Uriah graduated from Mount Royal University in Calgary in 2003, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Policy Studies (a multi-disciplinary focus in Economics and Political Science), with a minor in Spanish. In addition to his four-year bachelor’s degree, Uriah also carries the esteemed Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designations.

Outside of work, Uriah enjoys downhill skiing, and spending in the great outdoors with his wife and three daughters. He also loves a great card trick and considers himself a bit of a foodie.


LITIGATION COACH & INSURANCE ADVISOR

Natasha Petersen

HBA, JD


Natasha is a litigation coach with a passion for empowering individuals and businesses to navigate the complexities of the legal system with confidence.

During her work at a prestigious boutique law firm in Vancouver, Natasha demonstrated exemplary skill and dedication in representing a diverse clientele through every stage of the dispute resolution process. From pre-litigation negotiation to post-trial applications and enforcement of judgments, she has consistently delivered favourable outcomes for individual, corporate, and institutional clients alike. She now runs her own law firm, working on a contract basis with other law firms and coaching individuals and businesses through litigation.

Natasha has appeared before British Columbia's Provincial Court, Supreme Court, and Court of Appeal, showcasing her proficiency in a wide range of legal matters. She has honed her expertise across multiple practice areas, including administrative, aviation, commercial, construction, corporate, employment, insurance, personal injury, product liability, disability, and transportation law.

Recognized as a rising star in the field of litigation, Natasha has been honoured as a Benchmark Litigation Future Star and featured in the 40 & Under Litigation Hot List for Canada. She is known for her ability to provide strategic legal advice and risk management solutions.

Recognizing the challenges often associated with accessing legal assistance, Natasha is dedicated to enhancing accessibility to legal services. Through coaching and practical guidance, she endeavours to support individuals and businesses navigating litigation independently. Natasha's primary aim is to equip her clients with the knowledge and tools necessary to safeguard their rights, explore available options, and pursue their legal goals with confidence.

Whether you're considering legal action, facing litigation, or seeking to enhance your legal strategy, Natasha is here to assist you along the way.


CHARTERED BUSINESS VALUATOR

Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraiser

Ernest Bednarz

CBV, CMEA, B.Com


Ernest is a distinguished Chartered Business Valuator at Malahat Valuation Group, and an esteemed graduate with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Entrepreneurial Management from Royal Roads University.


Throughout his career Ernest has been a driving force behind numerous early-stage business venture and has a rich history of owning and operating businesses firsthand spanning over two decadess. Ernest dedicates his expertise to collaborating with established business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and their professional advisors in the specialized field of Business Valuation.


Ernest imparts unique perspectives and insights to every assignment. His practical knowledge of how businesses truly operate, the challenges they encounter, and the identification of growth opportunities set him apart. Armed with this profound understanding, Ernest not only delivers well-supported value opinions but also guides companies in enhancing their distinct value drivers, fostering an increase in their intrinsic value over time.


​Ernest's commitment extends to valuing companies of all sizes and across diverse industries, whether for tax planning, a sale or purchase, or legal considerations. His comprehensive valuation reports have been instrumental in supporting business values with the Canada Revenue Agency, the Courts, and most of the major lending institutions.


COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE APPRAISER

Aleksandra Bednarz

AACI, B.Sc, P.App


Aleksandra is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in geography, GIS technical consulting, and real estate appraisal. Graduating with a BSc in Geography from the University of Victoria in 2001, she embarked on a successful career path that led her to provide invaluable GIS technical consulting services to the provincial government for many years.


Driven by her passion for real estate, Aleksandra transitioned into the realm of property appraisal, earning her AACI designation through the Real Estate Division of UBC in 2015, a milestone she achieved with merit in the spring of 2021.


​Throughout her career, Aleksandra has undertaken a wide spectrum of assignments focusing on commercial properties, ranging from multi-family units, office spaces, industrial complexes, to mixed-use developments, and commercial development land projects across Vancouver Island. With each project, her unwavering commitment is to deliver meticulously researched, precise, and comprehensible appraisal reports, fostering enduring client relationships based on trust and reliability.


As a respected appraiser, Aleksandra is esteemed by both her clients and peers in the industry, recognized for her integrity, sincerity, and adeptness in handling complex situations with diplomacy. Serving as an appraisal partner at Malahat Valuation Group, she collaborates closely with Ernest Bednarz on assignments encompassing both business valuation and commercial real estate appraisals. This integrated approach streamlines the process for clients, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and comprehensive solutions under one roof.


In addition to her professional commitments, Aleksandra has assumed leadership roles within the Appraisal Institute of Canada, currently serving as the acting chair of the Victoria Chapter since 2022, further demonstrating her dedication to advancing the standards and practices within the field.


MORTGAGE SPECIALIST

Ghazaleh Hajivand

MBA, BEng


Ghazaleh Hajivand is a highly skilled Mortgage Specialist with a robust background in finance and engineering, holding both an MBA and a Bachelor of Engineering degree. Her expertise extends to navigating the intricate landscape of mortgage financing with a blend of strategic insight and precision.


Ghazaleh's practice encompasses a broad spectrum of mortgage-related services, including securing tailored mortgage solutions, refinancing existing mortgages, and managing complex applications for a diverse clientele. She is adept at working with high-net-worth individuals, self-employed professionals, and clients with multiple investment properties, ensuring that each client's unique financial situation is addressed with meticulous care. Her strong foundation in financial strategies, combined with an in-depth understanding of the real estate market, positions her as a trusted advisor in achieving optimal financial outcomes.


Ghazaleh is committed to delivering superior client service, characterized by a proactive and results-driven approach. Her dedication to exceeding client expectations and facilitating their homeownership and financial aspirations underscores her reputation as a leading expert in the field.


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