About MerchantBanker.ca
Canadian merchant banking and corporate development, supported by a network of specialists assembled around the needs of each engagement.
Principal
Colin brings more than 30 years of corporate development and merchant banking experience to acquisition, divestiture and financing mandates. He manages transactions from $3 million to $20 million.
His principal-led approach connects acquisition strategy, financial and operating analysis, capital structure and transaction execution. The work begins with the commercial objective and the evidence needed to support a decision.
Growth Partner & Strategic Acquisitions Advisor
Zachary joined in this role in June 2025, focusing on off-market acquisitions and founder transitions. His capabilities include defining target search criteria, identifying acquisition opportunities, conducting operational assessments and developing relationships with founders. He supports strategic acquisition discussions by connecting the buyer’s objectives with the target business’s operating capabilities.
Zachary attended Humber College and focuses on founder-led businesses. He handles opportunities from $1 million to $3 million, with an emphasis on acquisitions and founder transitions.
Selected transaction experience
Selected MerchantBanker.ca assignments led or supported by Colin.
Public-company acquisition
C$5 million purchase consideration · Completed
Acted as buy-side and financing adviser on the acquisition and take-private of a public company.
Communications
C$10 million purchase consideration · Completed
Advised the seller of a communications business, managing the transaction structure and financing strategy.
Technology
C$6.5 million purchase consideration · Completed
Advised the seller of a technology business, managing the transaction structure and financing strategy.
Manufacturing
C$6 million combined purchase consideration · Completed
Sourced 12 acquisition targets for the buyer, negotiated funding to complete the acquisition and managed the closing checklist. The purchase was structured as two separate transactions covering inventory and assets.
Independent Review helped buyers and sellers assess the proposed transaction. Sellers used the Confidential Information Memorandum (CIM), supported by Financial Analysis and Operational Assessment, to present the business and proposed terms. Buyer-side financing advisory considered borrowing capacity and the funding required to complete the purchase.
Explore Transaction Readiness →The engagement model
Investment bankers, lenders, investors, accountants, lawyers and transaction specialists contribute within defined responsibilities. Colin remains directly involved in the transaction and its key decisions.
The team works across food, technology, manufacturing and services. Colin leads transaction strategy, financial and operating review, financing coordination and negotiations. Zachary defines target search criteria, identifies acquisition opportunities, supports operational assessments and develops relationships with founders.
During an initial discussion, ask about experience relevant to your sector, the work each team member would undertake and the specialists your situation may require. Specific assignments can be discussed where confidentiality permits.
Our transaction framework →The next step